Pink Floyd Rift: Gilmour Declares 'No More' Performances with Waters Over Feud

ROGER WATERS VS DAVID GILMOUR: THE BITTER FEUD THAT WILL NEVER END

The legendary Pink Floyd duo, once united by their groundbreaking music and psychedelic vibes, has imploded in a bitter feud that refuses to die down. The news has sent shockwaves throughout the music industry, with fans left heartbroken and wondering if the magic of Pink Floyd will ever be relived.

At the center of this toxic dispute are Roger Waters, 82, and his former bandmate David Gilmour, 79. Their decades-long feud has been a subject of fascination for many, but recent events have taken an ugly turn. The tensions between the two rock legends came to a head when Waters' wife Polly Samson took to social media to unleash a scathing attack on her husband's former bandmate.

THE WAR OF WORDS

Polly, known for her sharp tongue and unapologetic style, unleashed a fiery tweetstorm directed at David Gilmour. In a series of tweets, she accused him of being "antisemitic to his rotten core" and a "Putin apologist." She also took aim at his character, calling him a "lying, thieving, hypocritical, tax-avoiding, lip-synching, misogynistic, sick-with-envy, megalomaniac."

Gilmour's wife was responding to an article shared by Waters, which sparked a heated online debate about Israel and Ukraine. The usually reserved Gilmour couldn't resist weighing in on the controversy, backing up his wife's claims and accusing Waters of being "demonstrably wrong" on every count.

WATERS' ANTISEMITISM ROW

The drama began when Waters shared an article on social media criticizing the UK government for labeling Palestine Action a terrorist organization. In a statement that sparked outrage among pro-Israel groups, Waters said, "Parliament has been corrupted by a genocidal foreign power. Stand up and be counted - it's now."

Campaign Against Antisemitism, a charity that advocates for Jewish rights, accused Waters of making antisemitic remarks and vowed to pursue legal action against him. They pointed out that supporting Palestine Action, which has been proscribed as a terrorist organization, is a criminal offense.

Waters has long been an outspoken critic of Israel's military actions in the Middle East, but his recent comments have sparked accusations of antisemitism. He has repeatedly denied these claims, insisting he is simply standing up for justice and democracy.

LIVE 8 CONCERT AND THE FEUD'S EARLY DAYS

The rift between Waters and Gilmour dates back to 1985 when the former left Pink Floyd due to creative differences. The two musicians have had a love-hate relationship ever since, with their public spats becoming more frequent over the years.

One of the most notable incidents was during the Live 8 concert in London's Hyde Park on July 2, 2005. Waters, who had quit the band several years earlier, made a surprise appearance alongside his former bandmates, including Gilmour and Nick Mason. The event marked one of the few times the two musicians have been seen together in public.

However, their friendship has always been fragile, with both musicians frequently trading barbs on social media. In June 2021, Waters uploaded a scathing statement on his website detailing his latest feud with Gilmour.

WHAT'S NEXT FOR PINK FLOYD?

In an interview with The Telegraph, David Gilmour made it clear that there's no hope of a Pink Floyd reunion anytime soon. "There is no possible way that I would do that," he said bluntly.

The news has left fans devastated and wondering if the magic of Pink Floyd will ever be relived on stage again. As for Waters, he remains committed to his cause, but at what cost to his reputation and relationships?

As the feud continues to simmer, one thing is clear: the world will never see a reunited Pink Floyd perform live together again. The question now is: can they find peace without sacrificing their artistic legacy? Only time will tell.

Sources:

• thescholarlynote.com
• Various online news articles and social media platforms.