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Roger Waters Calls for Cultural Boycott of Israel

Nick DeRiso — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 15:25:32 +0000

Thirty years after the release of Pink Floyd's 'The Final Cut,' which focused on the early-1980s conflict over the Falkland Islands, Roger Waters is still involved with world politics. These days, he's calling for a South African apartheid-style musical boycott of Israel.

Roger Waters on Pink Floyd: 'It Was Over in 1985′

Sterling Whitaker — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 19:15:18 +0000

Former Pink Floyd maestro Roger Waters may be riding high with a hugely successful touring version of 'The Wall,' but that doesn't mean he would ever consider touring with his former band again. In a recent interview, the singer-songwriter and bass player spoke succinctly about the matter, saying, "It was over in 1985, and it's still over."

Roger Waters Adds New Song to 'The Wall'

Jeff Giles — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 13:40:02 +0000

Since its release in 1979, Pink Floyd's 'The Wall' has journeyed all over the world, playing to audiences during numerous tours (and even being turned into a movie). But through all its guises, the album's song cycle has remained essentially the same -- until recently, that is.

Roger Waters Speaks Out Against the 'Idiocy of Our Foreign Policies'

Dave Lifton — Sat, 05 Jan 2013 19:27:46 +0000

It's no secret that Roger Waters is no fan of war. His father's death in World War II, coming when Waters was but five months old, were integral to Pink Floyd's 'The Wall' and 'The Final Cut.' In a new interview, he rails against 60 years of what he considers to be unnecessary wars.

Get Ready for the Sandy Concert Fundraiser of the Year!

Barbara LaRue — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 16:32:46 +0000

Mark this date: 12-12-12. Because it’s the date when The Boss, The Who, Billy Joel, Jon Bon Jovi, Roger Waters, Sir Paul McCartney, and more, all come together to headline a Madison Square Garden benefit for those suffering from the destruction of Hurricane Sandy. 12-12-12: The Concert For Sandy Relief will raise money for the [...]

Roger Waters Rocks Benefit Concert with Band of Wounded Veterans

Jeff Giles — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 22:42:02 +0000

As the child of a soldier who perished in World War II, Roger Waters has always had a personal understanding of the veteran's plight, and it's been a part of his music for years -- as a member of Pink Floyd as well as a solo artist. On Thursday (Nov. 8), that commitment was reflected again in a poignant, once-in-a-lifetime performance.

Roger Waters Hits a Homer at Yankee Stadium [PHOTOS]

Hawk Honey Rachael — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 14:00:52 +0000

Pictures of Roger Waters performance of Pink Floyd's The Wall Live at Yankee Stadium from this past Saturday.

Roger Waters' Pigs (Nine Different Ones) [VIDEO]

Hawk Honey Rachael — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 19:53:11 +0000

Hawk Honey Rachael saw Roger Waters perform Pink Floyd's The Wall Live at Yankee Stadium this past Saturday - and came home with a piece of the flying pig! Check out the story here.