#Clare Torry

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Am I the only one that thinks Clare Torry looks like Christine McVie?

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Clare Torry | 1973 provided the astounding improvised vocals on Pink Floyd's Great Gig In The Sky on The Dark Side of the Moon.

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Clare Torry, best known for her improvised vocalizations on Pink Floyd’s The Great Gig in the Sky.

In 2004, Torry sued Pink Floyd and EMI for royalties and a writing credit on the song under revised British copyright law. Pink Floyd settled out of court with undisclosed terms in 2005, however all releases of Dark Side of the Moon since then have credited her along with Richard Wright.

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“The Great Gig in the Sky” – a song so transcendent, it defies description. Its emotional depth and soaring vocals leave listeners spellbound. But behind this timeless masterpiece lies an intriguing, eventful story that few truly know. Let me take you through the twists and turns of its unforgettable journey.

Pink Floyd composed the song, recorded all the instruments but lacked a vocal artist. Hence, they set off on a quest for it. They had an audio engineer at that time, Alan Parsons, who recommended Clare Torry, saying she’s extraordinary at what she does. Taking the advice, Pink Floyd invited her to their studio. She came to the studio without getting any prior information. They had her listen the song and asked her to use her voice as an instrument, without uttering a single word.

They made two records and she thought she did her best in the second one and when asked to record for a third time by David Gilmour, one of the members, she complied, but a bit reluctantly, because she thought she did it very well already. As a matter of fact, she discontinued the third record for the said reason. Now, here comes the completely inconceivable and ridiculous thing; 

The team members actually liked the vocals very much but betrayed no emotion and they gave her £30! Yes, that’s right. 30 POUNDS!!! And showed her out. It’s like a huge practical joke, right?

But fret not! It’s getting better. Eventually the album was released, unbeknownst to her, and she came across the album while wandering around a music store. She took it in her hands and flipped it, then saw her name on it. The band actually used the third discontinued record in the song as we know it. She then did the plausible thing to do and sued them in 2005 and won the case and earned all the rights!!!  

Additional info: This vocal is among the best vocals in the world history after Bohemian Rhapsody.  

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1987 with Clare Torry at Madison Square

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Clare Torry (1973)

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2:26 PM EST December 29, 2024:

Clare Torry - "Theme From Film 'OCE'" From the album   Mojo Presents: Us And Them - A Pink Floyd Companion (December 2022)

Last song scrobbled from iTunes at Last.fm

Giveaway with the February 2023 issue

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My friend saw someone cover Great Gig in the Sky on TikTok but she's never heard the original so she thought David Gilmour did the original vocals and she was like HOLY SHIT HE SANG LIKE THAT 😭

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She fucking gets it

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wait… she’s not a black woman?!

The Great Gig In The Sky | Pink Floyd

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Clare Torry performed with Roger Waters at Madison Square Garden in 1987.

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One time this guy was arguing with me that Syd Barrett wrote the lyrics to Dark Side of the Moon under the influence of LSD and I just-

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Pink Floyd's legendary album The Dark Side of the Moon

The Dark Side of the Moon was released in 1973 and became one of the most influential albums in rock history. It was conceived as a concept album, exploring themes of conflict, greed, time, death, and mental illness. The record was heavily influenced by the struggles of former band member Syd Barrett, who left due to mental health issues.

The album features nine tracks, including:

"Speak to Me" – An atmospheric introduction with sound effects foreshadowing the album’s themes.

"Breathe" – A dreamy, slow-paced track about life’s fleeting nature.

"On the Run" – A chaotic instrumental piece symbolizing anxiety and modern life.

"Time" – A powerful song about the relentless passage of time, featuring iconic clock sound effects.

"The Great Gig in the Sky" – A haunting vocal performance by Clare Torry, representing death.

"Money" – A funky, satirical take on materialism, featuring a distinctive cash register loop.

"Us and Them" – A melancholic reflection on war and human division.

"Any Colour You Like" – A psychedelic instrumental showcasing Pink Floyd’s experimental sound.

"Brain Damage" / "Eclipse" – A climactic ending, touching on insanity and existential themes.

The album was recorded at Abbey Road Studios, using innovative techniques like multitrack recording, tape loops, and analog synthesizers. Engineer Alan Parsons played a crucial role in shaping its sound, and the prism cover art was designed by Storm Thorgerson, symbolizing the band's lighting effects and the album’s themes.

The Dark Side of the Moon spent over 741 weeks on the Billboard charts and remains one of the best-selling albums of all time. It’s a masterpiece that continues to captivate listeners with its deep lyrics, immersive soundscapes, and timeless themes.

The cover features the iconic prism design, created by Hipgnosis and George Hardie, which symbolizes light dispersion and the band's complex sound. This album is widely regarded as one of the greatest of all time, blending psychedelic rock, progressive elements, and deep philosophical themes. It includes classics like "Money," "Time," "Us and Them," and "The Great Gig in the Sky".