David Gilmour
David Gilmour is a British musician best known as the lead guitarist and vocalist of Pink Floyd.
David Gilmour is a British musician best known as the lead guitarist and vocalist of Pink Floyd. He has also built a respected solo career and is widely regarded as one of rock's most influential guitarists.
What it is
David Gilmour is a British musician, singer, songwriter, and producer. He is most famous as the lead guitarist and vocalist for Pink Floyd, the progressive rock band he joined in 1968 after Syd Barrett's departure. His solo work includes five studio albums, from *David Gilmour* (1978) to *Luck and Strange* (2024).
Key details
Born in Cambridge, England, on 6 March 1946, Gilmour has been active since 1963. With Pink Floyd, he contributed to landmark albums such as *The Dark Side of the Moon* and *Wish You Were Here*. In 2022, the band released the single "Hey Hey Rise Up," featuring Gilmour. His solo albums include *About Face*, *On an Island*, and *Rattle That Lock*.
Why it matters
Gilmour is often cited among the most notable guitarists in rock history, known for his distinctive, emotive playing style. His work with Pink Floyd and as a solo artist has had a major international impact, including a strong following among Canadian audiences and classic-rock broadcasters.
In short
- Lead guitarist and vocalist of Pink Floyd since 1968.
- Has released five solo studio albums, most recently *Luck and Strange* (2024).
- Born in Cambridge, England, on 6 March 1946.
- Widely regarded as one of rock's most influential guitarists.
David Gilmour has had a major international impact on rock music, and Pink Floyd and his solo work have long been widely followed by Canadian audiences and classic-rock broadcasters.
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Sources
- Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/David-GilmourSupports: Birth date, birthplace, nationality, and identification as Pink Floyd’s lead guitarist and singer.
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_GilmourSupports: Solo studio album count and album titles.
- David Gilmour official site — https://www.davidgilmour.com/about/Supports: Role in Pink Floyd and the 2022 recording of 'Hey Hey Rise Up'.
- IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0319592/bio/Supports: Birth name, birth date, and birthplace.
- Gold Radio — https://www.goldradio.com/artists/pink-floyd/david-gilmour-age-wife-children/Supports: Biographical details and solo album list.
- Wikipedia (French) — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_GilmourSupports: Pink Floyd membership since 1968 and recognition as a guitarist and singer.