DAVID GILMOUR - Self-Titled 12" Vinyl LP Album

- German Release with Gatefold Cover

David Gilmour's 1978 self-titled solo debut, released in Germany with a distinctive gatefold cover, marked a pivotal moment in music history. As the guitarist and vocalist of Pink Floyd, Gilmour's decision to explore solo ventures showcased his artistic versatility. The album's production, featuring collaboration with HIPGNOSIS and recording at Super Bear Studios, France, reflects meticulous attention to both musical and visual elements. This release remains a testament to Gilmour's ability to shape a unique artistic identity.

 

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"David Gilmour Self-Titled" Album Description:

The self-titled debut album by David Gilmour, released in 1978 in Germany, stands as a remarkable piece of musical history, not only for its artistic merit but also for its contributions within the context of the time period.

David Gilmour, renowned for his role as the guitarist and one of the lead vocalists of Pink Floyd, took a bold step into the solo realm with this album. The decision to embark on a solo career during a period when Pink Floyd was still active demonstrated Gilmour's desire to explore his musical identity beyond the confines of the iconic band.

The album's production holds a significant place in Gilmour's career. Taking on the role of producer himself, Gilmour ensured that every aspect of the album reflected his artistic vision. This level of control allowed him to experiment with sounds and arrangements, showcasing his versatility as a musician.

The contribution of the English Art Design group HIPGNOSIS in crafting the album's visual identity is noteworthy. HIPGNOSIS, known for their work with Pink Floyd and other prominent artists, played a crucial role in creating an album cover that visually complemented the music within. The gatefold cover, a distinctive feature of this German release, adds an extra layer of aesthetic appeal, inviting listeners to engage more deeply with the album.

The choice of Super Bear Studios in France for the recording further adds to the album's historical context. Super Bear Studios, renowned for its state-of-the-art equipment and serene surroundings, provided an ideal setting for Gilmour to bring his musical vision to life. The studio's influence on the album's sound quality and overall atmosphere is a testament to the importance of selecting the right recording environment.

The collaboration with sound engineer Jon Etchells also played a crucial role in shaping the sonic landscape of the album. Etchells' expertise contributed to the clarity and richness of the recordings, allowing Gilmour's musical nuances to shine through.

Album Description & Collectors information:

This album "DAVID GILMOUR - Self-Titled (FOC)" has been released with gatefold cover and non-gatefold cover. This issue is with the gatefold cover

The album design was by the English Art Design group HIPGNOSIS.

  • Hipgnosis – British album cover art design group

    Hipgnosis is my favorite proof that a record sleeve can be a full-on mind game, not just a band photo with better lighting.

    Hipgnosis is the legendary London-based art design group that turned rock sleeves into visual myths. The core duo, Storm Thorgerson and Aubrey "Po" Powell, were childhood friends of the Pink Floyd inner circle in Cambridge—a connection that allowed them to bypass the stiff mandates of EMI’s in-house design department in 1968. Their debut, "A Saucerful of Secrets," was only the second time in EMI history (after The Beatles) that an outside firm was granted creative control. The very name "Hipgnosis" was a piece of found art; Syd Barrett, during one of his more enigmatic phases, scrawled the word in ballpoint pen on the door of the South Kensington flat he shared with the duo. Thorgerson loved the linguistic friction of it: the "Hip" for the new and groovy, and "Gnosis" for the ancient, hidden knowledge. While Peter Christopherson later joined as a third partner in 1974, that initial Barrett-endorsed moniker defined a decade of surrealist mastery for bands like Led Zeppelin, Genesis, and 10cc, before the group dissolved in 1983.

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    Music Genre:

    British Rock 

    Album Production Information:

    The album: "DAVID GILMOUR - Self-Titled (FOC)" was produced by: David Gilmour

    Sound/Recording Engineer(s): Jon Etchells

    This album was recorded at: Super Bear Studios, France

    Album cover design: Hipgnosis and David Gilmour

    Album cover photography: Hipgnosis

    Record Label & Catalognr:

    HARVEST 1C 064-60 774
    Packaging:Gatefold/FOC (Fold Open Cover) Album Cover Design with artwork / photos on the inside cover pages

    Media Format:

    12" LP Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record in Gatefold cover
    Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 280 gram  

    Year & Country:

    1978 Germany (Gema)
    Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: DAVID GILMOUR - Self-Titled (FOC)
      Band-members, Musicians and Performers
    • David Gilmour
    • David Gilmour – Guitar, vocals

      David Gilmour is the voice-and-fingers combo I hear whenever Pink Floyd turns from “spacey” into straight-up cinematic: he joined in 1967 and basically helped define what “guitar tone with emotions” even means.

      David Gilmour is, for me, the calm center of Pink Floyd’s storm: an English guitarist, singer, and songwriter whose playing can feel gentle and devastating in the same bar. His earliest band period worth name-dropping is Jokers Wild (1964–1967), before he stepped into Pink Floyd in 1967 as Syd Barrett’s situation unraveled. From there his main performing era is Pink Floyd (1967–1995), including the post-Roger Waters years where the band continued under his leadership and released "A Momentary Lapse of Reason" (1987) and "The Division Bell" (1994), with a later studio coda in "The Endless River" (2014). Outside Floyd, he’s had a long solo run (1978–present) with albums ranging from "David Gilmour" (1978) to "Luck and Strange" (2024), and he even did a sharp side-quest in 1985 with Pete Townshend’s short-lived supergroup Deep End. And for one historic night, the classic lineup reunited at Live 8 in Hyde Park, London on 2 July 2005—one of those “you had to be there (or at least press play)” moments.

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    • Rick Wills
    • Willie Wilson
    • Mick Weaver
    Complete Track-listing of the album "DAVID GILMOUR - Self-Titled (FOC)"

    The detailed tracklist of this record "DAVID GILMOUR - Self-Titled (FOC)" is:

      Track-listing Side One:
    1. Mihalis
    2. There's no way out of here
    3. Cry from the street
    4. So Far away
      Track-listing Side Two:
    1. Short and Sweet
    2. Raise my Rent
    3. No Way
    4. Deafinitely
    5. I Can't Breathe anymore

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