In their 1970s heyday, prog superstars Pink Floyd were renowned for having some of the most psychedelic, spaced out stage shows in rock music history. In 2011, it would seem that the trend has been updated into the 21st century. London’s Evening Standard is reporting that globally recognised Pink Floyd covers band The Australian Pink Floyd Show will be screening some of the Floyd’s iconic in-concert animations on a 20ft screen at the Hammersmith Apollo this March… in 3D.
The groundbreaking concert is reportedly the result of a chance meeting between the band’s drummer, Paul Bonney and John Attard, a visual effects expert who has worked on films such as Gladiator. The show will consist of new and reworked animations based on the works of Gerald Scarfe, the satirical cartoonist who designed many of the illustrations associated with the band’s The Wall concept album. The 3D technology is the same as is used in cinemas and will require audiences to wear 3D glasses. According to Attard, “The 3D is about making the whole thing a lot more immersive”.
Fans hoping to catch a glimpse of the real Pink Floyd “in the flesh” might not want to hold their breath. Drummer Nick Masonrecently stated that the band cancelled a scheduled charity reunion concert at the home of the ex-wife of retired Pakistani cricketer Imran Khan, claiming “That particular event wasn’t right for a reformation of Pink Floyd.”
The Australian Pink Floyd’s Hammersmith show takes place on March 20th. In 3D, there’s even more reason to watch out for pigs on the wing…
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