David Gilmour

Biography

David Jon Gilmour is an English musician and multi-instrumentalist, who was the guitarist, lead vocalist and songwriter of the progressive rock band Pink Floyd. It is estimated that as of 2010, the group have sold over 250 million records worldwide, including 74.5 million units sold in the United States. In addition to his work with Pink Floyd, Gilmour has worked as a producer for a variety of artists, and has enjoyed a successful career as a solo artist. Gilmour has been actively involved with many charities over the course of his career. In 2005, he was appointed CBE for his services to music. He was awarded with the Outstanding Contribution title at the 2008 Q Awards. In 2011, Rolling Stone Magazine ranked him number 14 in their list of the greatest guitarists of all time.

Known For

Saturday Night Live

as Self - Musical Guest

Pink Floyd: Live at Pompeii

as Self - Guitar, Vocals

Pink Floyd: Pulse

as Self - Guitars, Lap Steel Guitar, Talk Box, Vocals

The Tonight Show with Jay Leno

as Self - Musical Guest

Live Aid

as Self

Pink Floyd: The Story of Wish You Were Here

as Self

Pink Floyd: Behind the Wall

as Self

Classic Albums: Pink Floyd - The Making of The Dark Side of the Moon

as Self

French & Saunders

as Self

David Gilmour - Live at Pompeii

as Self - Lead Guitar, Vocals