David Gilmour - David Gilmour (9 tracks) +Album Reviews

Incredible Sounding Remaster

D. Allen | McKinney Texas | 02/26/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I've owned the original CD since it's initial release in the '80s, and I've always felt that it sounded flat and lifeless, so I ordered this remaster with hope of at least modest improvement. After fetching it from the mailbox, I popped it in my player, hit play, and I couldn't believe what I was hearing. This disc has depth, dynamics, warmth, and perfect tonal balance - all way beyond anything I had hoped for. Who remastered it? Doug Sax. He and his company, The Mastering Lab, do a lot of work for audiophile labels, and he is considered by many to be the best in the business. Apparently he was given a lot of freedom on this project, because even the volume level isn't jacked up to todays record company norms. He gave it plenty of headroom and no noticeable compression, and it sounds sweet! This is an audiophile quality disc for the standard admission price. I wish they'd clone this guy."

Terrific reissue for first solo album by Gilmour but no bonu

Wayne Klein | My Little Blue Window, USA | 09/13/2006

(4 out of 5 stars)

"Let's start with the important difference here between this edition and the previous one available from Sony/Columbia. "David Gilmour" sounds terrific in this remaster with better depth and detail as well as more warmth to the original recording. Unfortunately there are no bonus tracks (no demos, etc.) included as part of the package.

Between the three solo albums that Gilmour has released this sounds the most like vintage Floyd (how it could it not with Dave's lead vocals and guitar parts). From the bluesy "There's No Way Out of Here" to "I Can't Breathe Anymore" (which found have made fine additions to any of the Floyd albums). "Raise My Rent" an instrumental has some nice characteristic playing from Gilmour. One of the best tracks though is "Short and Sweet" a rocking number written with Roy Harper.

Each of Gilmour's solo albums have had his basic sound intact but because of the years between them (1978, 1984 and 2006) each is unique. The years between allow enough difference in the songwriting, textures and arrangements to make each a unique experience.

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FINALLY! A remaster worth the repurchase! LONGER songs!

Dave P in CT | Guilford, CT United States | 10/08/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I always feel somewhat guilty buying remastered editions of CDs I already own - like I'm the ultimate surrogate whore to the record companies who have somehow tricked me into laying down my hard-earned cash for stuff that's already on the shelf at home (and don't even get me started on the whole "3-disc extended unrated directors cut limited edition" DVD thang...). What's the old P.T. Barnum saying? "There's a sucker born ev'ry minute?" Exactamundo, P.T. - but NOT with this remaster of the first David Gilmour solo LP, thank gawd! First of all, the sound on this CD is VASTLY superior to the original Columbia issue. Second of all, many of the tracks on this remaster are noticeably longer than the ones on the LP and original issue CD - some by a good 30+ seconds! What does that mean? Well, on the now-longer tracks, you get MORE blazin' Gilmour guitar solo outros - which is AWESOME because I often thought that with many of the tracks on the original edition, the fade started just when he was staring to rock out. Well, these new versions let Mr. G go OFF - full on! I'm tellin' ya: when I was listening to this CD in my car, one of the "extended fades" came on and I actually asked out loud (to no one in particular, of course), "What's up with THIS?! I've never heard THIS guitar work before!" This remaster is worth every PENNY - even if you already have the original!"

David Gilmour - First Solo Album Outside Of Pink Floyd

Steven Sly | Kalamazoo, MI United States | 04/16/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Gilmour, of course, is best known as the guitarist for Pink Floyd. In 1978 he put out this his first solo album of shorter songs mostly in the 4 to 5 minute range. If I remember correctly the two guys he recruited to perform on the album with him had been in a band with Gilmour when they were kids. The bass player is Rick Willis who has had stints with both Foreigner and Bad Company, and the drummer was Willie Wilson. I have always liked this album. The songs are relatively simple, but all contain that distinctive David Gilmour guitar that is uniquely his. Gilmour's voice is also one of a kind with it's soothing quality that always gave Pink Floyd that special touch. The album is a mix of instrumentals and vocal tunes that reflect a similar sound to what fans are used to in Floyd. The lyrics, while not as profound as Roger Waters, are all decent and enjoyable. Highlights include, "Mihalis", "There's No Way Out Of Here", "So Far Away", "Raise My Rent", and "I Can't Breathe Anymore". The bottom line is if you like Gilmour's work with Pink Floyd you will probably like this nice little disc."

Gilmour's Best Solo CD

Danno | NY, NY | 02/09/2008

(5 out of 5 stars)

""David Gilmour" stands head and shoulders above either of Gilmour's other solo CDs. Throughout the set list, Gilmour is in consistently fine form, and shows off his chops not only on guitar and vocals but also as a surprisingly competent piano player. Strong songs focus both Gilmour's singing and instrumental prowess, and this disc collects most of his strongest solo material. Most of this album can easily hold its own against much of Pink Floyd's output, and it's by far the best of any of Gilmour's attempts at solo success. When I bought this CD I listened to it at least once nightly for over two weeks and not once did I skip through the songs. That is how good this CD is. There are no big-name guest stars here and no gimmicks - only Gilmour with some very capable support on drums and bass.

There are no bonus tracks. Given that Gilmour is a perfectionist, that isn't surprising. I, for one, would rather hear a strong album the way that it was originally intended rather than dilute it with needless outtakes or demos. If Gilmour doesn't want them here, he has his reasons and I respect them.

Listening to this CD, I had a new appreciation for just how fine a craftsman David Gilmour can be. Everyone recognizes his gifts as a lead guitarist, but he's also a solid songwriter and his arranging skills are sublime. Try this CD, and you might find yourself glad that "There's No Way Out Of Here!""

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	David Gilmour David Gilmour Genres: Pop, Rock Track Listings (9) - Disc #1 Mihalis There's No Way Out Of Here Cry From The Street So Far Away Short And Sweet Raise My Rent No Way Deafinitely I Can't Breathe Anymore David Gilmour, David Gilmour
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