Night 30: Venice
IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: BOTH VENICE SHOWS OFF
We can confirm with deep regret that, unfortunately, both concerts at the Piazza San Marco have had to be called off.
A structural defect was discovered in the scaffolding just before the sound check this evening, which has rendered the whole stage structure unsafe.
Our most sincere apologies to all those who were supposed to attend these shows this weekend.
There is a possibility that these concerts will be re-scheduled, so, if you are a ticket holder, please be patient. Discussions are ongoing and further details will follow just as soon as we have them.
Venice’s most famous square welcomes David and his band later today – as well as fans from all over the world, by the sounds of it.
The centre of Venetian social life for many a century, the Piazza San Marco is stunningly beautiful and fringed with myriad architectural treasures, the most notable of which is the famous Basilica, on which the story of St Mark the Evangelist is told in paintings.
St Mark became Venice’s patron saint in 828. His remains were initially buried in a chapel in the nearby Doge’s Palace – Palazzo Ducale – but, in 829, a church was built that was to be his perpetual resting place.
The elements were not kind to it and it suffered great damage from fire, hence it was rebuilt and modified many times over the 11th century, resulting in what we see today: elegant arcades, bulbous domes, Gothic arches and breath-taking mosaics.
The interior is decorated throughout with such mosaics, the floor made up of many shades and varieties of marble and glass.
Famous for the four gilded bronze horses of Lysippos, known as the Quadriga, St Mark’s Basilica is also well known for the Pala d’Oro, a Venetian-Byzantine gold relief which is arguably the richest and most precious altarpiece in the world. It is made up of some 250 gold panels and covered with more than 3,000 precious gemstones.
Although the piazza seems enormous, it is only 175 metres long. The white-striped pavement, designed by Andrea Tirali in 1723, creates the impression of a much greater space.
It is bordered by historic buildings, such as the Gothic Palazzo Ducale, with its paintings depicting Venice’s violent past, and the iconic Clock Tower, on which two bronze figures – the Moors – strike the hour against a huge bell.
There is also the 100-metre-tall brick bell tower – the Campanile – constructed in 912 and fortified after it collapsed in 1902. You can climb to the top for a stunning view across Venice.
There are also the 18th century cafés which help attract an estimated 25 million visitors a year.
If you will be in the romantic city of Venice looking for David and the band to sweep you off your feet tonight or tomorrow night, do let us know. We hope you have a terrific time.
The winner of yesterday’s competition will be announced later today, so stay tuned. Please see yesterday’s entry for all the details.
dreamy, romantic, appealing, sensual, free
This is going to be a stupid question – but is the Venue that David is playing in at Venice the same place that Indiana Jones was running around in during the Last Crusade?
[Pass. Anyone? - Features Editor]
I was looking at the latest poll and you know David is one of the best guitarest ever.For David has his own mark on the way he plays.
I was listening to a song that Bryan Ferry did and it sounded like David was playing, So I looked it up and sure enough it was David. David style will always be GREAT.
Plus Thank you Fed, For I found the song David did with Elton John and it is really good.
I really hope everyone who goes to the show tonite will have a great time.
Thomas
[Glad you like it. Have you tried Dream Academy? Some great tracks there. - Features Editor]
What, can’t sleep Fed?
There’s many sheep to count ….ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ
Melissa(*_*)
[I was hard at work on the site's new addition. I just couldn't help myself. I feel like a zombie today, though. - Features Editor]
What a beautiful place…wish I was there.
Of course you realize that Venetians only come from two places. Venice and Venus.
I guess I should get my coat now.
I hope all enjoy the shows.
Andrew
17 years ago i think … Pink Floyd played in Venice
I was 14 years old … the impact was cosmic…
My dad brought Delicate Sound of Thunder and we listened with the Volume to the maximum. My dad brought me a classic guitar for me to learn.
A great experience for a kid. Today hes not in this planet anymore, like Syd
Peace for them …. They will shine on in my heart.
But the music is … and the good moments are in my Heart too …
In that period, Pink Floyd, Genesis and Mike Oldfield were my diet and today they are my inspiration with Camel ( the band )… maybe a everyday lesson … Your generation are the greatest.
I had a band, i have Fender Stratocaster Red and White like David’s. And YES “Wish you were here” was my first song, the first i learned to play. A month ago i played to the girl i love, and … what an experience … very emotional.
Once again …
More than words …
Thank you David
Thank you Rick
Thank you Roger
Thank you Syd
Thank you Nick
Thank you for THE PINK FLOYD SOUND
O, by the way, on my way home tonight the DJ on Q104.3 in NY gave a plug for David and his OAI tour. He actually talked about the wine glass performance and how David is wrapping up his tour.
Of course he mentioned the Radio City shows and how great they were. He ended his commentary with how he hopes that David will tour again. And then he played a Pink Floyd song. (Of course it would have been more appropriate to play an OAI song.)
In any case, it was really nice. It also seemed like he is a blog reader because of the details he gave in his story. Maybe, who knows?? Well, FEd might know.
Just wanted to share that.
Andrew
[Anything's possible. Speaking of which, did anyone notice the press amateurs who took my words about Syd and passed them off as being a direct quote from David? - Features Editor]
CAPTION:
Roadie 1: Okay, we’ll pull the trucks in over here and… oh, hell…
Roadie 2: What?
Roadie 1: We forgot the portable toilets…
(Long Pause)
Roadie 2: …..not again…..
HELLO VENICE
HAVE ALL A BIG HAPPINESS THIS EVENING.
We the somme with you on the other side in Canada
As I envy you, you go to live one of the most BEAUTIFUL EXPERIENCE of your life.
Live completely there, burst you, to prepare you for big feelings love that only David in the power to give us.
God blesses you all
Sylvie from Québec
Bonjour à tous
To give you my opinion on the site, I find him very well made, I like visiting photos in gallery, her one of the journeaux in Press, day short story when I go on the site, later I hurry to go to the blog which I find super nice, really I raise you my beautiful hat work. I vote “excellent”.
I wish that this blog remains alive after August 26. Maybe that it will be him just a little more, because David or Polly will have time maybe to give us their opinions on this blog? I would be it very happy.
Good continuance!
Sylvie from Quebec
It would be amazing to see these venues, I hope David gives us his personal tour on the next DVD. Europe is a great place to be right now. Good Luck in Venice to all. You too Fed and Sned. LOL.
Good morning all
I’m heading off to the airport in just under an hour – this time I’m heading off to Zurich for the weekend with Deb.
To everyone going to the Venice concert tonight, have an absolute blast. I hope David manages to sneak one of his acoustic guitars onto a gondola to serenade Polly with ‘Smile’
Have a great weekend everyone,
N
Hi!
I’ll be leaving this afternoon for Venice, this time with my girlfriend. I’ve been tempted to give away the ticket to someone else, specially after she said after Roger Waters concert in Magny Cours: “Err, sorry, but I do like more Roger than your David Gilmour”. After such a blasphemy, what can I do? Well, I let her try the Gilmour experience in Venice and will let you know.
It seems that there’s still no place to meet over there other than Monocco hotel (is that its name?). I’ll try to be there Saturday’s afternoon before the concert. Anyway, if you see me wandering around the city (1.90m, thin, dark haired, sun tanned), probably with the PF 1994 tour metal heads shirt, just give me a shout!
Enjoy the concert today!
César.
[Have a great time, César. If that girlfriend of yours says anything similarly outrageous in Venice, you can always threaten to push her in the water. - Features Editor]
I’ll be there tomorrow, fed. I am quite exited!
Venice and David…unbelievable, just 1 year ago!
By the way, the sound in Florence was perfect, not too high, but absolutely clear.
(always the same problems with the audience, moving, recording, taking pictures, talking, phoning…i hate that!!!!!!!)
And….Can you avoid pedlers from selling Coke and bier during the concert?
Anyway…the band and David are in a very special form….incredible, he is becoming younger or his improving while getting older…(even the voice)….
[I hope you have a wonderful time. - Features Editor]
‘Morning FEd!
Sorry, but I can’t send you the review by the newspaper…and also the one by ANSA press agency…the only thing I can do is write them as a post here…this is be ANSA…I can see it on the screen but I can’t send you the link…just copy and paste the text…let me know if you want I type with my sweet, little hands the other review by La Repubblica.
Aloha!
[Please don't go to all that trouble, mate. There's no need for it. Thanks again for the other articles, all of which are in the Press section. - Features Editor]
I am curious. The other venues on the summer tour are obviously used regularly for concerts and events. Is this true also of St Marks square or is this a “special” event (as well as being a SPECIAL event of course). And how much of the square is taken up by the show. And what about the pigeons!
Just trying to visualise …
[There are a lot of pigeons... - Features Editor]
Here’s an interesting webcam. Don’t know if the stage is already built but the seats are not (all) there yet…
[Good thinking, Koen. - Features Editor]
[Indeed. It would take me two hours to write that much in French and another two hours to pluck up the courage to post it for all to see. - Features Editor]
Thanks but when I re-read what I wrote I find horrible mistakes. I write so fast that grammar, syntax never comes out well (there are always “s” here and there but always in the wrong place; “do” or “does” on a casual basis, words in the wrong order-the wrong order is because of the italian order I have in mind). About the courage, Fed you are right….sometimes it takes some bravery to post those Bulls**T of mine!!!! HAHAHHA.
Ciao.
[English speakers who speak nothing but English make these mistakes often, so you have nothing to feel bad about. Keep sharing it with us. (You say you write fast, which makes it even more amazing. When I'm tripping over my fingers, trying to write something comprehensible in French, you see the tumbleweed rolling by in the background - I'm that slow.) - Features Editor]
Good morning everybody, my name is Pierluigi and I live “On an Island” on the lagoon of Venice, Pellestrina.
This is my first post here but I’m a fairly regular visitor, when work duties permit. I’m a real big fan of David’s work with Pink Floyd and as a solo artist…
Well I should say that I’ve been of “ill” of Pink Floyd for 16 years now…I felt in love with PF just after Venice ’89.
I’m “following the steps” of Pink Floyd galaxy from a year or so because I was in London for Live 8, in Rome for Ca Ira première, in Milan for David and Verona and Lucca for Roger.
This is my first day of summer holydays and I want to christen with a special night…so I’m going to be in Piazza S.Marco early this afternoon to see if David will allow fans to assist to the soundcheck as he did in Firenze before the show.
I’m sure the show will be a special one: there will be the City, Square, the History, the recent Past (17 years have passed but the memory remains…). The night will be fantastic in spite of weather..
Oh..the weather, some news about the weather….the weather is bad, very bad, black clouds are up in the sky but the forecast is good for the evening,but……at the moment I’m watching in direction of Venice and the colour is a deep Blue…let’s hope.
I would suggest my Island to David and family if he’s seeking some rest from tour duties, we have the sun (not now but He’ll return… :-)))), the Sea and good fish and wine. I could offer him a good “pranzo”!
Thank you David and staff, See you in Piazza San Marco!
Ciao da Pier
[Have a lovely tme, Pier. - Features Editor]
I’m going!!! (Sto arrivando!!!)
[Enjoy! - Features Editor]
lush venue. have a good time if you’ll be there.
yours in jealousy,
victor
p.s. i’m not really. i got to one of the rha shows, so can’t complain.
[This is going to be a stupid question - but is the Venue that David is playing in at Venice the same place that Indiana Jones was running around in during the Last Crusade?]
No, that was Piazza San Barnaba, if I can remember well….when he sneaks out from the manhole, right? GREAT question, Lennon!
L!
Hello again FEd, everyone,
02:06 AM ? Trouble getting sleep Fed ?
A friend of mine sent me a postcard from Venice a few years ago of Floyd’s floating stage.
I remember watching that show on TV.
Yet again, have a wonderful time out there tonight and tomorrow.
Best regards,
Ralph
Belgium – in pouring rain :-(
[Hard at work on our soon-to-be new addition, Ralph. I didn't realise the time. I hope you'll all like it. - Features Editor]
[Anything's possible. Speaking of which, did anyone notice the press amateurs who took my words about Syd and passed them off as being a direct quote from David? - Features Editor]
Yes, I did, but does the Press get anything right these days. Especially, some headline quotes, then when you actually read the article, it wasn’t actually what was said.
I hope everybody who mails on the site to say they are going to the concerts, mails back with their opinions. I find it frustrating when people say they are going and then don’t post their thoughts afterwards.
Anyway, everybody who is going – enjoy.
[How embarrassing... - Features Editor]
…what to say: I’m really counting down the hours…Let me say I’m proud to be italian by watching your beautiful photos and by reading the historical researches you ‘ve explained!
I’ll be there tomorrow evening (we have ordered perfect weather, anyway it’s a little bit cold)
Thank you for the nice hosting, and of course Mr.Gilmour & Friends know very well we all “old fans” still do love the “old stuff” …
See you
keep well all you
ciao Elisabetta
Angelo – I like it, that’s very funny!!
As it was said before, David will trully play “On an Island” on an island. I remember being in Venice a few years ago and Piazza San Marco was absolutely astonishing just as it was. And now that David and the band will be playing there, well…the place will be even twice as beautiful.
As to Indiana Jones question – yep, that`s the place. “The Last Crusade” was filmed in Venice and in Piazza San Marco. A funny detail – the crew also got Canal Grande for 7 hours only for themselves to film all the scenes.
Hello,
Again a great place to perform.
Something different; The Dutch Radio 2 wil broadcoast a live recording of 1969 (Amsterdam).
Click my name, then click on HIER (underlined in the yellow field with the sleeping dog).
And for all the people in Venice; have a great evening.
Nick
[Thanks very much for that, Nick. - Features Editor]
Quick question – was it the Piazza San Marco where Floyd played on the DSOT tour? I remember seeing a film of the gig there if so. Have always thought it was a wonderful place to hold a concert.
Hope everyone who’s going has a smashing time, and a good weekend to all.
Kxx
[Speaking of which, did anyone notice the press amateurs who took my words about Syd and passed them off as being a direct quote from David? - Features Editor]
yes, i certainly did, and i believe i may have mentioned it on here earlier, it made me smile, in the days just after Syd´s passing…..
[Some people just don't do their homework, do they? - Features Editor]
PLEASE COME BACK TO USA !
When is the Live DVD coming out?
[We hope the end of the year. If not, the beginning of next year. - Features Editor]
[This is going to be a stupid question - but is the Venue that David is playing in at Venice the same place that Indiana Jones was running around in during the Last Crusade? - Posted by: Lennon at August 4, 2006 02:51 AM]
the place to talk about is Campo San Barnaba
[So that makes it 2-1 to San Barnaba... - Features Editor]
CAPTION:” After much thought David’s only way of of clearing the bird problem from the square was a blinding tribute version of THE SCARECROW…”
Sorry worst one yet.
Rgds Geoff Duffy ( Dublin )
[Anything's possible. Speaking of which, did anyone notice the press amateurs who took my words about Syd and passed them off as being a direct quote from David? - Features Editor]
Blasphemous. And you didn’t sharpen your pointy stick for that one???
Andrew
[No, I just cringed with embarrassment. - Features Editor]
Well I have to admit I`ve made a mistake. It`s true that the Indiana Jones scene was filmed in The Church of San Barnaba in Campo San Barnaba although in the movie it is presented as a Venetian church-turned-library. I was almost ready to go out and get a copy of the movie to make sure…guess it makes it 3-0 to San Barnaba.
Happy Friday,
I must confess that of all the recent venues this is the one I am most envious of everyone going to. I remember watching, and still have on video, the Pink Floyd concert from Venice. I really thought that that show was awesome.
Have a great time everyone going and a great weekend to everyone who is not.
Pete – Coventry
ok.. so i’ve become a part time regular blogger here ( note the oxy here Fed ? ). Yes I am a big fan, a loyal fan! And heres a chance for you all to kick my rear end! I still have not heard the album except OAI and red sky..those too cuz of the official release here on the site. I will NOT buy a pirated album no matter how long I have to wait till I get me hands on an original piece. I will not compromise on this. A sad state of affairs aint it
to get an idea how long I am willing to wait.. just a couple months back, i finally got some one to bring me DG in concert DVD! You do the math
cheerios
S
“So that makes it 2-1 to San Barnaba”
Maybe San Marco picked the wrong referee
OOps, run for cover, bad taste, sorry my Italian friends
Dear F.ed,
You know what, A DVD of Venice would be fantastic. Because we still not have the 1989 Pink Floyd Venice Show which is a shame…!
If you are here tonight, enjoy the show. Me I’m on holiday for the next three weeks. AAARRGGH !!!
The best to you.
Antoine
I am on the train to Venezia, just come down from the Alps. Looking forward to a tasteful and cultured evening.
I appreciate the historical details.
[Have a good one, mate. - Features Editor]
“guess it makes it 3-0 to San Barnaba”
Oh it only gets worse!
[Can San Marco turn it around, I wonder? - Features Editor]
Numb question time…
Is David playing historic places on purpose or are they really just the only venues overseas that are available for a show of this magnitude. It just seems like he has mapped out a truly wonderful “European Vacation” whilst touring. I mean I havent seen one venue with a name like “Rembrandt’s Roller Rink” if ya know what I mean…
[As with the theatres, they're nice places to play and that's all that matters. - Features Editor]
Yet another addition ?
I guess you’ve made us all quite curious now, FEd.
As for your request on comments about the site, I think it is quite good.
I am normally not the blogging/forum-dwelling type of person but you have managed to create a real community here of which I feel part. I’ve had the privilege of getting hold of last-minute RAH tickets and meeting a number of fellow members of The Blog thanks to your tireless efforts.
There’s a buzz here and I like it. A lot.
Enjoy the weekend,
Ralph
[Thanks very much. Have a good weekend. - Features Editor]
Another fine place for a concert…
It’s nice to see that so many people from the blog are going tonight or tomorrow night. I hope you all have a brilliant time and tell us all about it. Enjoy it!!!
Thanks for the history lesson, Ed.
[You know you love it. - Features Editor]
Come vi invidio (How I envy you),
you , yes you….going to Venezia. Ok, I have been in Firenze, and Milano….but we never have enough of David.
I appreciate we have another Piersomething here. quite a rarity.
If I will not write again today, I say you hello for a couple of weeks (what are those smiles of relief?!?! you bast….hahaha). Maybe I will write from holiday. I will look at you.so be careful. ;-)
and when the new thing on the blog, Fed?
[I hope it will be soon, but it probably won't be until next week. - Features Editor]
[As with the theatres, they're nice places to play and that's all that matters. - Features Editor]
I didnt mean any disrespect F*Ed, I just thought that access to these places would be somewhat restricted due to their historic heritage. If any artist deserves to play in class surroundings it’s David, Richard and Company!
[Pardon me, Matt. I didn't mean any with my answer. All that mattered in selecting these places was that they would be nice places, be they theatres or outdoor venues. - Features Editor]
Hello everybody!
I’m only to going to the concert tomorrow and I’m trembling already!:)
It’s going to be the first time I’ll get to see the lads playing live. It’s actually something I’ve been waiting for “all my life”. Quite some time ago I swore that I would go to their concert no matter where, no matter how. Were it to be staged in Afghanistan and the only way to get there would be on foot, I would go.
I hope the weather gets better though. According to the Italian weathermen, it should be partly sunny and warm on Saturday. Fingers crossed!
To everybody going to the concert tonight-have a great time; to the ones going tomorrow-see ya!
Due to general craziness in my life, I haven’t posted much lately. But here I am and I am about to break two of our blog rules.
Transgression 1: A rather lengthy post.
Maybe a little off topic, but as I sit jealously awaiting reports from the Venice show, I have to report that I have not yet had a chance to view the second disk of my PULSE DVD yet.
I bought it the week it was released and it took another week before I had a chance to sit down and watch the first disk. Since then, I’ve been busy and then we’ve had a heat wave (high 90s, low 100s farenheit) in New England that has prevented me from watching disk 2.
My TV with best sound system hook up is not in an Air-Conditioned part of the house, so I can’t bear to sit and watch anything. So here I am still anticipating my first viewing of the DSOTM part of the show.
Now, here comes transgression 2:
This is the real taboo part: I hate to say this but I must. While watching the first disk, my reaction was, “My God, what a great show. They have to get back together and tour again as Pink Floyd.”
Now I know that is a forbidden topic, but I can’t help myself.
I’m the first to admit that I’m contradicting myself here. Right after attending the Radio City Music Hall Show in NY, I refbuffed fellow bloggers calling for a reunion, stating that I didn’t want to trade the intimate setting for the stadium full of fans talking through High Hopes and screaming for Another Brick in the Wall. But after seeing just part one of Pulse, it revived my memories of the Divsion Bell tour (I saw the show at Yankee Stadium in NY). I realized what a one-of-a kind event a Pink Floyd show is. And how I’d love to share that experience with my now teenage children, who were babies dancing around the house to “Take It Back” in 1994 when the Division Bell was released. I feel it would be a crime not to give them this opportunity.
Yes, I know I’m a greedy, selfish, rule-breaking fan. Do to me what you will dear F*ed, but I had to get this out.
Cheers anyway!
Mike from Connecticut
[You greedy, selfish, rule-breaking fan, you! I think we can forgive you. You're not alone. - Features Editor]
[Can San Marco turn it around, I wonder? - Features Editor]
I think it doesn`t have to. With all the respect to “The Last Crusade” – Indy running around Venice and San Barnaba has no chance winning with David playing at Piazza San Marco…well, maybe not until Sean “007 Bond” Connery gets in the way.
[Good point. - Features Editor]
[Speaking of which, did anyone notice the press amateurs who took my words about Syd and passed them off as being a direct quote from David? - Features Editor]
Just like David is the “Voice of Pink Floyd” FEd is mistaken as the “Voice of David Gilmour”
Lovely venue but I still really enjoyed the intmate setting at Massey Hall
OK a bit of light relief for you all.
The Pulse DVD is on my xmas list for when/if the kids ask me if there is anything I would like. I was then browsing ebay and won a copy for £7.99 plus p+p. What a bargain I thought……until it arrived. I should have guessed by the shape of the package but I had, in fact, bought a f***ing poster. My error, should have read the advertisment better. So Pulse is now back on my xmas list and I need to convince my wife that a pulse poster will look great in the bedroom.
Pete – Coventry
I find the universal and emotional impact of Pink Floyd’s music remarkable. It must be hard for David and Richard to truly understand their impact. I mean if I wrote a song that millions embraced I wouldn’t love it like I love Pink Floyds music. I would be too partial and close to it to have it affect me as deeply. David and Richard must feel the same way about their songs. A sense of pride sure, but no real “wonder” attached to them. I always wanted to know who their, “Pink Floyd” was. By actually being the band itself they could never experience their impact like we have had the priviledge to do.
Dear Fed,
for anyone interested there’s a web cam in Piazza San Marco’s Square.
To all those lucky people going tonite have a great time!!
Regards Steve
[This is the real taboo part: I hate to say this but I must. While watching the first disk, my reaction was, "My God, what a great show. They have to get back together and tour again as Pink Floyd. - Posted by: Mike from Connecticut at August 4, 2006 02:05 PM]
Glad you had the nerve to say it. I felt the same, but dared not utter the words aloud for fear of being burned as a heretic. LOL
Maybe the purpose of the dvd was to raise our P*U*L*S*E.
Melissa(*_*)
You are right, it was Cheisa di S. Barnaba, the interior filming must have taken place elsewhere as althought the church is quite lovely & tranquil, it is quite humble inside It is also collapsing quite badly due to the wooden pillars (logs) that underpin much of Venice giving way here
Ken
That San Marco web cam is exciting !
Maybe David should put one up at the concerts – We could have Gilmour Cam !
Martin.
[We hope the end of the year. If not, the beginning of next year. - Features Editor]
Isn’t that what we heard with PULSE?
If I was in the marketing business, I’d say “It’s got to be the end of this year, having it available during a holiday season means $$$.”
Luckily David is more concerned with quality then $$.
Have a great show tonight everyone
~Erin
[No, with 'P.U.L.S.E' you had lots of people blabbing about a release date which was never likely to be met, a big hoo-hah in anticipation of that date and lots people getting their hopes dashed time and time again when each new date was announced. I'd rather we say that it might not be out until early next year, just to be on the safe side. - Features Editor]
I remember sitting there from 10:00 AM in the morning in July 1989. And was it worth the wait!!! Wish I was there right now….
Fed, tell me it is not true…. Are they cancel the concert??
[I'm waiting for confirmation and will make an announcement as soon as we hear what's happening. - Features Editor]
[for anyone interested there's a web cam in Piazza San Marco's Square]
Click my name to see.
Have a great weekend and thanks for everything!
I has been in Florence for concert, brilliant! Another amazing concert of our David!
I’ve heard that tonight concert in Venice was cancelled due to a problem with stage (a part of it was collapsed!)….is it true?
I’m very apologise for my italian friends.
Stefano.
I wonder if they are planning to tour in 2007. Can I reach the management somehow?
Thanks
[This website is run by David's management, Koen. There are no plans for any 2007 shows. Gdansk will be the last one. If anything is scheduled, we'll be sure to let you know. - Features Editor]
dear Dave,
please don’t postpone the concert of tomorrow…
by me and all the italian floyders
Marghe
***** IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT *****
Regarding the rumours about the cancellation of the Venice shows due to the stage collapsing…
I can confirm that, regrettably, tonight’s show cannot go ahead.
A structural defect was discovered in the scaffolding just before the sound check, which has rendered the whole structure unsafe.
So I’m afraid that tonight’s show has been cancelled.
As soon as we have more definitive news about tomorrow’s concert, we will of course let you know.
Our sincere apologies for those who were supposed to be in Venice for the show tonight.
Hey, this webcam is great! No sound though… It will probably be dark too… pitty me!!! But still it’s good to see all those people swarming in.
Nothing like 1989; I guess at that time there were about 200.000 or so. Wish I was at the Piazza right now though… I miss Mr. Gilmour performing LIVE!!!!!
[You don't want to be there tonight, believe me... - Features Editor]
Oh this is so terrible for the fans traveling but I’m so glad this defect was found before anyone got hurt. These riggings are extremely heavy and very dangerous if not supported properly.
Kudo’s F*Ed on the heads up. Hope it reaches all affected in time.
[Indeed. - Features Editor]
Oh, yeah. Now I’m glad that I’m not there in contrary to 30 minutes ago. I hope the people will get a chance to watch the show on sunday or so… Oh wat a terrible thing to arrive in Venice from who knows where and then… United States, Australia? Oh yeah, people come from Australia sure! I’ve seen lots of Floyd shows and they travel half way around the world, and they’d do the same for Dave’s band.
Will there be a solution for the people that bought tickets for tonight, Fed? I sure hope so. I pitty them deeply!
[Me too. I'm sure something will be arranged. As soon as I get some details, they'll be here. - Features Editor]
Tomorrow’s concert is also called off, it was informed now…
[We can't confirm that. There are still discussions taking place as I type. - Features Editor]
It’s off? Nightmare.
Sorry for those who are there. How sad. We’ll be able to see the rioting on that webcam.
Boy FEd this has been an eventful week. The blog goes down for the first time in how long. Show cancelled due to unsafe stage condition. I hope that nothing else goes wrong.
I also have to comment to Pete – Coventry. I feel for your misfortune in purchase but I am also LMAO. I do hope that Santa brings you your copy of P.U.L.S.E. Do you think they should wrap it in a P.U.L.S.E poster??
Andrew
[Oh wat a terrible thing to arrive in Venice]
Let’s keep our perspective here…
There are worse places to arrive at. At least these folks will have a common bond, albeit a disappointing one and can comfort each other with wine, great food and stories of their dedication to David and The Floyd. If I were to be informed of a cancelled show I really can’t think of a better place to receive such news.
Keep your spirits up and wine glasses full!
[Well said. - Features Editor]
People are a bit disappointed in San Marco right now, but taking it with a bit of humour, it seems. I guess the band is disappointed as well. But better safe than sorry…no, rather both safe and sorry
[Sorry for those who are there. How sad. We'll be able to see the rioting on that webcam.]
Maybe a soccer game will break out…
[Well, those thrice-yearly ones in period costume (in Florence) usually end in fights, so perhaps we should hope not... - Features Editor]
Click my name for rioting fans…
Just kidding. I’d be gutted if I were there.
So sorry for the fans in Venice now to see tonights show.
Hope tomorrows show can go through.
My sincere sympathies go out to those fans who were going to the concert tonight, particularly those who travelled far distances. I returned to the US from Europe late Wednesday and the Vienne Concert was definitely the focal point of the trip, so I can imagine it would have been heartbreaking if that show was scrubbed.
At the same time, based on how much David and the band put into their performances, I am sure no one is more disappointed and sorry than they are.
Deepest respect to the technical staff and crew for putting safety above all else.
Is this can confirm this? Fed?
“VENICE: GIG DELAYED…now also the Saturday’s gig…”
[I'm afraid it's true. - Features Editor]
[Well, those thrice-yearly ones in period costume (in Florence) usually end in fights, so perhaps we should hope not... - Features Editor]
Your right, sorry for the multiple posts, Me a ham…
( Mia Hamm get it? )
Ok, I’m done…
***** IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT *****
Unfortunately, tomorrow’s concert has also been called off.
Full refunds will, of course, be given. Fans are visiting the Box Office in St Mark’s Square (you can see the queues in the webcam) for refunds, but please don’t rush there right now and exacerbate the problem. Alternative means of issuing refunds will be arranged and we’ll let you know all the details just as soon as they are confirmed.
However, there will be discussions taking place about the possibility of re-scheduling these shows, so, if you are a ticket holder, please don’t panic.
We will let you know of any new arrangements as soon as we can.
On behalf of David, his band and management, we are so very sorry to disappoint the fans.
As soon as we hear what will happen next, we’ll let you know.
A total American response: THIS S*CKS!!!!!
I truly feel for the fans who were going to the show. Especially the ones who travelled far to get there. Sure, it’s still a great place to take a holiday but still a bummer.
Yeah, keep those wine glasses full and hope the band does an impromptu performance somewhere tonight. You can always hope for that…
Andrew
It`s a real shame. A double shame for Saturday`s show. Hope there will be some additional shows arranged. If not than you`ve got my kindest invitation to come to Gdansk show.
Riots? I don`t think so. We`re talking about David Gilmour fans. They will be able to understand the whole situatuion. We`re not on a football game (no offence to football fans but I`m from Poland and the situation here`s not really comfortable during matches).
While watching the webcam, I’m wondering what’s happening there. Is there maybe some DG music playing?
[I don't know about that, but I do know that they're queuing for their money back. - Features Editor]
Well, i have actually booked a room in Venice for tomorrow….and paid for, of course.
So, tomorrow i will be there…..what a shape….
It was a shame to hear about the problem with the stage and subsequent cancellation, as long as no one was hurt that’s the main thing, I was at Earls Court when the seating collapsed in 94 so I know the disappointment of being turned back when being all excited myself.
F.Ed,
I am sorry to hear of the concert demise. It is disappointing for all involved, I’m sure.
Praise God that the defect was found, reported, and the appropriate action was taken. Although fans are disappointed, that is sure better than having fans or the band and crew injured or even killed. If memory serves, there was a Floyd concert on the DB/PULSE tour where a section of seating had collapsed and injured many people during the show. Hats off to everyone for doing the right thing.
I hope David and crew get to enjoy some of the great scenery and sites over the next few days.
Have a great weekend, all
Mike
[This is my first post here but I'm a fairly regular visitor,Posted by: pier at August 4, 2006 10:42 AM]
Greetings Pier. I’m glad you joined in.
SOOOOO Sorry About the show getting canceled. Everyone must be crushed. I would say David and the band feel awful. I am Sorry for them as well.
Melissa (no smile)
I feel very sorry for all the fans in venice ! A lot of them had to travel a long way I know .
I still hope they have a nice time there anyway ! I was there last week and it’s beautifull there .
I’m just back in Holland from Firenze 1400 km . I was at the gig there and it was SUPER !! It was worth every inch of the trip !!
My respect to the Italians they are a great audience all those people singing shine on and wish you were here .I’m lost for words .
I’m sure mister Gilmour will be back in Italia one of these days !!
Fed I feel sorry for you too.
Don’t take no crap. Your sleep tank is running on fumes by now I’m sure.
Melissa (still no smile)
[I'll sleep most of tomorrow away, don't worry about that. - Features Editor]
I feel so sorry for all the fans there. Really a nightmare……but if there is no other way ….:-(
I have a ticket for tomorrow in my hand, it seems I will not use it.
Please David, try to manage another concert in Venice as soon as possible (or in Trieste, even better..)
Ciao,
Roberto
Boy oh boy. That’s a blow for all concerned – and I hope everyone remembers the band will be distraught about it as well.
Massive expectations dashed – I really do feel for you guys. I suppose it does remind us what a massive undertaking these sort of shows are – so many things that could, but rarely do, go wrong.
Another difficult night for you as well F’ed.
[It's just a shame for the people who have to miss out, especially after making long journeys. They must be very disappointed tonight. - Features Editor]
Good grief. What a shame.
On the other hand, good that the defect was discovered in time.
Ahh Man!! That really sucks!! I would be so upset. At least they found out before the show and no one got hurt. It could have been a lot worse. I think this was gonna be a couple bloggers first show too. Ahh Man!
Keep your chin up everyone =]
~Erin
Dear Fed,
So sorry for all of you who were so excited about the show in Venice… But I’m sure David and the Band are disappointed too.
And, remember Furiani..! It was surely the best (the only) thing to do. Imagine what could happen if…! No! Don’t imagine!!!
Ikkar, with love
3 wishes (as I go to bed)
I wish the band and crew a relaxed evening
I wish the shows will be rescheduled in the next days
And I wish there’d be peace in the Lebanon
VAFFANCULO!!!!
will be available other dates within the next few days???
[Negotiations are taking place and we'll have the details as soon as possible. - Features Editor]
Oh Oh Fed, Your work is cut out now !!! Now you’ll earn your sheckles.
One cannot express the sympathies to all the people who will miss the shows.
Fed, 6 months or so to get this right ! Not as if it hasn’t been done before !
Don’t want to put pressure on but someone must be accountable for this !!! Would not like to be in their shoes or wellie boots !!!
GET THE DVD OUT ASAP AS COMPENSATION !!! FOC TO THE FANS WHO MISSED OUT !
You can do it Fed !
Drink for now is the only comfort !!!
[It's all true... - Features Editor]
i came online for the setlist to find this! wow. what sad news. sorry to everyone who missed out tonight and who will miss out tomorrow. that really is a kick in the teeth. i hope you get your money back or a new show arranged mighty soon. i’m sure david and the gang won’t let you down.
1500 km to see david….tickets concert are refoundable but not 100 euros of gasoline and 100 euros of street taxes!!!! and 200 for the hotel!!! In venice the hotels are the most expensive of all the italy!!!!!
please try to do some other dates as soon as possible in the next weeks