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Live at Pompeii

David Gilmour · 2017

148 min · 21 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · blues rock

An atmospheric blend of poignant rock anthems and reflective ballads, echoing through ancient ruins.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • atmospheric reflections in solitude
  • dynamic ebb and flow experience
  • poignant anthems for introspection
  • immersive soundscapes for contemplation
  • extended tracks for deep listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced instant gratification
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2017, 'Live at Pompeii' captures David Gilmour's ongoing solo career following his successful album 'Rattle That Lock' from 2015. This performance showcases Gilmour’s evolution as a live artist, blending his iconic Pink Floyd repertoire with new material. The concert was recorded at the historic Pompeii amphitheater, marking a return to the site of the original film featuring the band in 1971.
Stylistic neighbors
Roger Waters· Steve Hackett· Mark Knopfler

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 5 A.M. 3:13
  • 2 Rattle That Lock 5:23
  • 3 Faces of Stone 6:00
  • 4 What Do You Want From Me 4:30
  • 5 The Blue 6:33
  • 6 The Great Gig in the Sky 6:02
  • 7 A Boat Lies Waiting 4:55
  • 8 Wish You Were Here 5:18
  • 9 Money 8:13
  • 10 In Any Tongue 7:47
  • 11 High Hopes 9:31
  • 12 One of These Days 6:32

Disc 2

  • 1 Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Parts 1-5) 12:32
  • 2 Fat Old Sun 6:05
  • 3 Coming Back to Life 7:18
  • 4 On an Island 7:01
  • 5 Today 6:40
  • 6 Sorrow 10:50
  • 7 Run Like Hell 7:16
  • 8 Time / Breathe (In the Air) (reprise) 6:45
  • 9 Comfortably Numb 9:59

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