THE DIVISION BELL

Strange how this album was so underated and ignored by the press when it was releaased in 1994. Fortunatly I can see that most people here on PA gives it high praising, like it deserves. Ok, it does not have any radio friendly stuff like On the Turning Away Or Learning To Fly, but it is by far more consistent as a whole. Unlike A Momentary Lapse Of Reason, Division Bell is the kind of record I listen to from beginning to end without skipping a single track. It was Pink floyd´s final CD? Then they did it on a grand way.

I was very happy to see Richard Wright back on the fold and his contribution can´t be denied (man,, I just LOVE that Hammond sound!), the old PF sound is back. Besides I was delighted to see his musical contributions being recorded again (Wearing The Inside Out is one of my favorites on this CD. I can´t have enough of it!) Ok, Roger Waters is not here, who cares? Contrary to a lot of people I think PF could live without him. And the three remaining guys are in top form. David Gilmour confirms his influence, talent and inspiration on every track. And his voice is also still strong and convincing.

The production is perfect. The other musicians are also very good and the arrangements are tasteful. It only makes me sad this band never did anything else on studio after this one. It was nevertheless a great album to end a brilliant and influential career. Not really their best, but one of the best. Just listen and dream away. Four stars.