Classical Composer Reacts to PINK FLOYD: On the Turning Away | The Daily Doug (Episode 620)

Oh man, I was hoping for the live version. The studio version is great as well, but the live version is sensational.

The live version is simply mind blowing! It has in my opinion David's greatest guitar solo ever...even better than Comfortably Numb.

Learning to Fly, Dogs of War & Sorrow are just amazing tracks. Sorrow is brilliant on the Pulse concert.

David Gilmour, a master of tone and the best string bender in all of musicdom.

On the Turning Away is excellent. Momentary Lapse of Reason is really the one Pink Floyd album that feels more like a David Gilmour solo album. The same way that The Final Cut really feels more like a Roger Waters solo album.

What you said here about demonizing those who suffer and the actual political situation sadly is so true. Growing up in the 70s to 90s I always had the feeling that society was getting better each day. We overcame barriers and walked towards each other. Since then it feels like we're constantly moving in the wrong direction, gettng back to behaviours we had already identified as false. "If you got empathy that's in you it makes it very tough to live among the daily headlines" - you speak from my heart!

Live version from delicate sound of thunder is much better

Such an awesome tune. When I saw the video a few weeks after the album was released I was mesmerized by this track. Gilmour's solo is so good: pure feeling!!!! Stunning!!!!

The live version from the Delicate Sound Of Thunder Concert is the best, He just extends that solo and just goes off ! :P

You are a good and kind man Doug Helvering - your humanity shines through each episode. I have found that your compositional knowledge has helped me understand WHY so much of my favourite music has touched me. Thank you so very much.

The live version is beyond wonderful..This PinkFloyd song is one of there best. Thank you for sharing.

Thanks Doug for helping me to understand why I love the music that I love. I apprectate your efforts

100% agree with your views Doug, well said! Great review as usual, of a great song. This was a solid album so have fun exploring it. Learning to Fly is superb but Sorrow is the stand out track for me, enjoy!

If you like this song, please react to David's solo album "On an Island", or at least it's title track. The age in his voice, the wisdom in his delivery, and the lyrics from his wife, poet Polly Samson make it a beautiful reflection of life from a couple as in love as kids getting the first taste of love...with the reflection of a couple in their autumn years. It's magical, beautiful, and sweet.

Having being lucky enough to see both the original lineup and the Pulse concert live, I count myself blessed.

This album was my gateway into Pink Floyd. I was 15 when this came out and pulled me into the rabbit hole. This song, and also "Sorrow", which closes the album are imho the best songs the band recorded after Roger left and their message is timeless and universal.

This is my absolute favorite Pink Floyd song!! I discovered it at 16 years old when they went on tour in 95. I’m so happy you’re reviewing this!!

The live version is amazing as well

I was fortunate to hear this performed live in Philadelphia in 1989 with an invite from their front of house mixer to sit with him at the mix position. One memory I am left with is the sheer power, the volume was stunning. No other word for it. During soundcheck the bass drum put wind in my hair at a distance of 180’ and an absolute lack of distortion. It is no small trick to attain that level with total clarity, no cancellation while moving in the soundfield. I will never forget that stunning display of loudness without discomfort.

I saw them in 88 as they toured to support this album. It was fantastic! A few friends and I made a road trip from southern Spain where we were stationed up to Madrid for it. Good times!