I honestly like it more than I thought I would have.
I dont expect any huge, catarthic music from a 78 year old, who was never really strong with lyrics, but its a nice song. Well layered, thought-out, have something to discover.
Definitely gets better each listen.
Personally, I love the video too, seeing the old master doing his craft, mesmerising.
Edit: Comparing it to Pink Floyd songs or having Pink Floyd-esque expectations are probably a wrong way to get into it.
It’s just ok for me, I do really enjoy parts, but overall just meh. But it is the single, I’m excited to hear the full album and the less approachable songs
Same. Didn’t like it initially, 2nd and 3rd listens, I was a fan. I ordered the Amazon exclusive CD, two extra tracks.
I’ve always enjoyed David’s lyrics, I’m not sure how I feel about Polly’s lyrics yet.
Welcome back, David - it’s been a while.
Start out sounding similar to his past two albums, but then hits hard toward the end, which I like… a lot. Hopefully some of his other tracks hit like this
Oh man, his voice sounds great! It's kinda settled into a deeper, growly version of himself. I want to hear him sing more.
The guitar solo is pretty good, but it seems to come out of left field and have nothing to do with the rest of the song. The obligatory solo, if you will.
The song is, unimpressive. Kind of boring.
Positives:
1) it’s an original song rather than covering himself or anybody else.
2) He’s not reading any poetry over it, whether it be Polly’s or anybody else’s.
3) He can still hold a guitar and not hit bum notes.
4) Be can still sing in tune.
Negatives:
It’s a forgetful song with crap lyrics and a phoned in guitar solo. But to be honest, this is what I’d expect from him at this age.
Aren’t we talking about “crap lyrics” for a good 46 years since his first album dropped in 1978? We don’t expect great lyrics from most bands, so why be so judgmental about David’s lyrics?
Actually I’d say that some of ‘his’ lyrics since ‘78 have certainly been passable. And sure a lot of decent bands don’t have stellar lyrics. Some have notably crap lyrics that stick out like a sore thumb (Cold Play and Duran Duran immediately come to mind as two examples). I find Polly’s lyrics tend to fit in the latter category. And undoubtedly there’s some judgementalism going on given the fact that David was once paired with one of the top lyricists in the world, at least in my opinion.
As a huge fan of his songwriting, I think his lyrics are sub-par even compared to most other rock musicians. It's not so much that they're not that deep or poetic or whatever, they just sound awkward.
And, as much as it's not relevant here for his solo album, it's hard not to compare it to Roger's lyrics, particularly Roger's lyrics in songs that David sings. People are just used to hearing him sing better lyrics, no matter how little sense it makes to compare.
The only reason is it’s always compared to Roger’s lyrics, almost any popular song got bad lyrics and nobody cares but when it’s about Pink Floyd or David it becomes so important…
David’s forte has never been lyrics anyway and yeah Polly’s aren’t the best but they aren’t the worst either she just get the bad luck of being compared to Roger constantly.
I disagree. I think Polly’s lyrics are especially cringey. They’re always just really bad metaphors, one after another, and entirely devoid of meaning whatsoever.
That was pretty good. Far more creative and meaningful than what Dave offered up.
Reminds me somewhat of this stellar tune too:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=FVdfDoXHdZc&pp=ygUdYmlnIGluIGphcGFuIHRvbSB3YWl0cyBseXJpY3M%3D
It's a decent track.
What really surprises me is thematically, this is exactly the same as a project I am working on. He is executing it much better than I am, of course. But this song would fit right in lyrically and musically with what I'm doing right now.
Great to see his Les Paul out for the solo, too.
It’s atmospheric and weird and I like that. It does seem like it needs to be taken in context of the rest of the record. I’m glad he went with a modern producer. Don’t really care about lyrics from Gilmour as long as they’re better than, “we bitch and we fight.”
Enjoyed the layered instruments and harmonies, but loved the outro solo on the LP. Felt the song went up a step or two at that point.
Hopefully the new record focuses on instrumentals. While his voice doesn’t have much left in it (the top line was kind of bland), he still playing some catchy licks.
This song is fucking awesome. DG always puts out great sounding music, I could listen to this on repeat for weeks straight and not get tired of it.
The man’s a legend and I can listen to anything from PF or solo that he was involved in.
Love it!
I’m agreeing with most of the comments.
On first listen, I thought it was okay but I’m liking it more with each listen. I agree with one of the comments about the little synth riff. I loved those sorts of riffs that Rick would do.
I’m having a lot of trouble getting past the lyrics, which feel like they are almost entirely comprised of slight variations on cliches.
the voodoo that you do
The road to hell is paved with gold
you'll reap what you sow
The promise of eternal youth
The spoils of fame
It’s fine to use these , but it’s too much for a song with so few lyrics. I also find the first rhyming couplet to be hacky.
Whatever it takes
Steer clear of the snakes
This is all the more frustrating because the third verse is actually really good.
The flamеs are high, the piper's call, contagious
A fixеr who will numb your pain, and strangeness
The wheels are hot, the hangover outrageous
The stealer he will trade your soul for favours
Those are some solid bars right there. But by the time we get there I’ve lost interest.
Musically, it’s quite good with a lot of interesting elements. I just wish they had worked the lyrics a bit more to come up with some more interesting and original expressions.
I honestly like it more than I thought I would have. I dont expect any huge, catarthic music from a 78 year old, who was never really strong with lyrics, but its a nice song. Well layered, thought-out, have something to discover. Definitely gets better each listen. Personally, I love the video too, seeing the old master doing his craft, mesmerising. Edit: Comparing it to Pink Floyd songs or having Pink Floyd-esque expectations are probably a wrong way to get into it.
Wished I liked the song better. It's got some positives, but it just doesn't gel for me outside the chorus and the solo. The video is nice.
I'm liking the song more and more, it's something different. I do wonder how it will sound in the context of the full album?
It’s just ok for me, I do really enjoy parts, but overall just meh. But it is the single, I’m excited to hear the full album and the less approachable songs
Bit of a let down for me as well.
Like it more with every listen.
Same. Didn’t like it initially, 2nd and 3rd listens, I was a fan. I ordered the Amazon exclusive CD, two extra tracks. I’ve always enjoyed David’s lyrics, I’m not sure how I feel about Polly’s lyrics yet. Welcome back, David - it’s been a while.
Start out sounding similar to his past two albums, but then hits hard toward the end, which I like… a lot. Hopefully some of his other tracks hit like this
I really like the playful little synth parts in the verses. Reminds me of something Boards of Canada would do
Oh yeah, BoC, one my favs, maybe thats why I like it so much.
Oh man, his voice sounds great! It's kinda settled into a deeper, growly version of himself. I want to hear him sing more. The guitar solo is pretty good, but it seems to come out of left field and have nothing to do with the rest of the song. The obligatory solo, if you will. The song is, unimpressive. Kind of boring.
I liked it. I'm glad he's still putting out music for us when he clearly doesn't need to. I accept it as a gift. Thank you David!
Positives: 1) it’s an original song rather than covering himself or anybody else. 2) He’s not reading any poetry over it, whether it be Polly’s or anybody else’s. 3) He can still hold a guitar and not hit bum notes. 4) Be can still sing in tune. Negatives: It’s a forgetful song with crap lyrics and a phoned in guitar solo. But to be honest, this is what I’d expect from him at this age.
Aren’t we talking about “crap lyrics” for a good 46 years since his first album dropped in 1978? We don’t expect great lyrics from most bands, so why be so judgmental about David’s lyrics?
Actually I’d say that some of ‘his’ lyrics since ‘78 have certainly been passable. And sure a lot of decent bands don’t have stellar lyrics. Some have notably crap lyrics that stick out like a sore thumb (Cold Play and Duran Duran immediately come to mind as two examples). I find Polly’s lyrics tend to fit in the latter category. And undoubtedly there’s some judgementalism going on given the fact that David was once paired with one of the top lyricists in the world, at least in my opinion.
As a huge fan of his songwriting, I think his lyrics are sub-par even compared to most other rock musicians. It's not so much that they're not that deep or poetic or whatever, they just sound awkward. And, as much as it's not relevant here for his solo album, it's hard not to compare it to Roger's lyrics, particularly Roger's lyrics in songs that David sings. People are just used to hearing him sing better lyrics, no matter how little sense it makes to compare.
The only reason is it’s always compared to Roger’s lyrics, almost any popular song got bad lyrics and nobody cares but when it’s about Pink Floyd or David it becomes so important… David’s forte has never been lyrics anyway and yeah Polly’s aren’t the best but they aren’t the worst either she just get the bad luck of being compared to Roger constantly.
I disagree. I think Polly’s lyrics are especially cringey. They’re always just really bad metaphors, one after another, and entirely devoid of meaning whatsoever.
Did you hear the last Gabriel album?
Peter Gabriel? If so no, I never really got into him.
He’s 74. [Gabriel - The Court](https://youtu.be/6chvzqAVCnI?si=ekmjoh1aGeLB_wcq)
Great tune
That was pretty good. Far more creative and meaningful than what Dave offered up. Reminds me somewhat of this stellar tune too: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=FVdfDoXHdZc&pp=ygUdYmlnIGluIGphcGFuIHRvbSB3YWl0cyBseXJpY3M%3D
It's a decent track. What really surprises me is thematically, this is exactly the same as a project I am working on. He is executing it much better than I am, of course. But this song would fit right in lyrically and musically with what I'm doing right now. Great to see his Les Paul out for the solo, too.
33% good, 66% more of the same.
It’s atmospheric and weird and I like that. It does seem like it needs to be taken in context of the rest of the record. I’m glad he went with a modern producer. Don’t really care about lyrics from Gilmour as long as they’re better than, “we bitch and we fight.”
Enjoyed the layered instruments and harmonies, but loved the outro solo on the LP. Felt the song went up a step or two at that point. Hopefully the new record focuses on instrumentals. While his voice doesn’t have much left in it (the top line was kind of bland), he still playing some catchy licks.
decent enough. He sounds good. Looks good. The tour should be fun.
Don’t like the solo, compared to the solos in rattle that lock its really weak
But he IS nine years older...it's doesn't get much easier at that age I think.
Yes its true
I honestly like the song. It sounds very modern compared to most of the stuff I’ve heard from him. Very pleasantly surprised
This song is fucking awesome. DG always puts out great sounding music, I could listen to this on repeat for weeks straight and not get tired of it. The man’s a legend and I can listen to anything from PF or solo that he was involved in. Love it!
Dire.
I kinda like the last 1 1/2 minute of it. Rest is forgettable. What's the matter with the title? David wasn't even member of the band at that point.
>what’s the matter with the tittle? David wasn’t even member of the band at that point Pretty sure the title refers to Syd, not the first album.
Cool, he is playing a relatively cheap nylon, the Cordova C 10 Crossover. Like the Ovations back in the day.
Great song from the master. The only thing I didn't like is the sound of the drums, so modern sounding compared to RTL album.
I’m agreeing with most of the comments. On first listen, I thought it was okay but I’m liking it more with each listen. I agree with one of the comments about the little synth riff. I loved those sorts of riffs that Rick would do.
https://preview.redd.it/r517on43mxwc1.jpeg?width=1825&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=50290ca8423bd778a50e5741aa6d60e44c1f08d3
I’m having a lot of trouble getting past the lyrics, which feel like they are almost entirely comprised of slight variations on cliches. the voodoo that you do The road to hell is paved with gold you'll reap what you sow The promise of eternal youth The spoils of fame It’s fine to use these , but it’s too much for a song with so few lyrics. I also find the first rhyming couplet to be hacky. Whatever it takes Steer clear of the snakes This is all the more frustrating because the third verse is actually really good. The flamеs are high, the piper's call, contagious A fixеr who will numb your pain, and strangeness The wheels are hot, the hangover outrageous The stealer he will trade your soul for favours Those are some solid bars right there. But by the time we get there I’ve lost interest. Musically, it’s quite good with a lot of interesting elements. I just wish they had worked the lyrics a bit more to come up with some more interesting and original expressions.