Live at Pompeii
David Gilmour · 2017
148 min · 21 tracks · progressive rock
A haunting blend of progressive rock and ambient soundscapes that reverberates through the ancient ruins with emotional depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rattle That Lock — This track opens the concert, showcasing Gilmour's signature guitar work and lyrical themes of self-reflection and freedom, setting the tone for the performance.
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Wish You Were Here — A poignant tribute to lost friends, this beloved classic resonates deeply with audiences, highlighting Gilmour's emotional vocal delivery against a backdrop of atmospheric instrumentation.
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Comfortably Numb — Featuring one of Gilmour's most iconic guitar solos, this track exemplifies emotional transcendence through music, drawing listeners into its haunting narrative about isolation.
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The Great Gig in the Sky — The soaring vocals and ethereal arrangement epitomize the fusion of rock with spiritual elements, leaving a lasting impact that encapsulates the album's grandeur.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Gilmour's live performance blends classic rock with ambient elements, showcasing his guitar mastery and emotional depth.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate ambient soundscapes, creating a reflective atmosphere that contrasts with the more traditional rock elements.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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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
- 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 continued evolution as a solo artist following his successful album, On an Island (2006). This live recording showcases his mastery of guitar and emotive songwriting during a period marked by a resurgence of interest in his work. At this point, Gilmour was also celebrating his status as a classic rock icon while revisiting the legacy of Pink Floyd.
- 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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