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Mar 5, 2025

Pete

Mr. Eighties

Pete has published a news story:

On This Day: March 5 1984 About Face by David Gilmour Was Released.

On this day March 5 1984 David Gilmour released his second solo album About Face. Following his work with Pink Floyd the album showcased Gilmour’s signature guitar style and introspective songwriting while exploring a more personal and diverse sound.

About Face reached number 32 on the Billboard charts and featured a mix of rock ballads and up-tempo tracks including Blue Light and Love on the Air. The album also included contributions from notable musicians such as Jeff Porcaro of Toto and...

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