Pink Floyd History 1982

Pink Floyd: The Wall took place at London’s Empire Theatre in Leicester Square

The world premiere of Pink Floyd: The Wall took place at London’s Empire Theatre in Leicester Square on July 14, 1982. The event was attended by members of Pink Floyd, including Roger Waters and David Gilmour, as well as director Alan Parker and musician/actor Bob Geldof, who played the lead role of Pink. Richard Wright did not attend as he was not a member of the band, having left during August of 1979 during the recording of the album.

The premiere was a star-studded affair, with notable figures from the music and film industries, such as Sting from The Police, Pete Townshend from The Who, and actor Bob Hoskins, among others.

Photos – The Wall Premiere Photos

Videography – The Wall Movie, 1982

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Recording The Final Cut, the last Pink Floyd album with Roger Waters

“The Final Cut,” recorded by Pink Floyd from July to November 1982, at various UK studios including Abbey Road, Olympic, Mayfair, RAK, Eel Pie, Audio International, and David Gilmour’s home studio, Hookend, and Roger Waters’ home studio, The Billiard Room.

The Final Cut album stands as a deeply personal and politically charged album, primarily driven by Roger Waters. Amidst significant tension, especially with David Gilmour, who questioned the quality of some tracks, Waters pushed forward with his vision. Originally meant as a soundtrack for “The Wall” film, the Falklands War inspired Waters to write new material reflecting his views on war and politics.

In terms of credits, Roger Waters handled most lead vocals and songwriting, while Nick Mason’s role was largely confined to sound effects. The band were minus Richard Wright, but worked with additional musicians: Michael Kamen and Andy Bown (keyboards); Raphael Ravenscroft (sax); Ray Cooper (percussion); Andy Newmark (drums); and the National Philharmonic Orchestra.

Released on March 21, 1983, the album marked Waters’ final collaboration with the band and was the only one without keyboardist Richard Wright. Despite mixed initial reviews, it has garnered a more favourable retrospective reception.