During a recent Q&A with the fans on X, Roger Waters revealed the Pink Floyd album he desires to re-record.
One of the fans asked the musician:
“If you could redo any of the other great Pink Floyd albums, which one would you choose and why?”
Production Flaws In ‘The Final Cut’
Waters replied, explaining what he doesn’t like about the production of ‘The Final Cut’:
“There are parts of the production of ‘The Final Cut’ that I would redo. I’m not sure that James Guthrie and I and Michael Kamen made all the right choices, particularly in the mix… the drum levels on some of the tracks. Some of it’s a bit overwrought and thinking too much, in my view.”
He went on to reveal what he wishes was different about the record:
“And some of the songs might have been better served by less production and more; how would this song sound if it was just a band getting together and playing it? A band of good players and playing it in a more natural way, so less, you know, trying to be very theatrical.”
The singer added, addressing a specific track from the album:
“I’m particularly talking about the drum parts in ‘Possible Pasts’ [singing the song]. ‘Will you remember me? How we used…’ the drum fill into that I’ve always thought was way too loud and explosive and trying too hard.”
Mixed Opinions On Re-Recording ‘The Final Cut’
In the comment section, some fans agreed with what the musician said, while others seemed content with the current version of the song. One of them expressed:
“True, as it’s true that the drums and other important elements are buried in mixing and mastering due to inappropriate production, technical or artistic criteria, in all bands. In 1982, it was not possible. Now, you can release the multitrack and let us process them. Could be interesting.”
Another one disagreed, writing:
“My favorite album, ‘The Final Cut.’ I wouldn’t change a thing.”
One other comment added:
“‘The Final Cut’ is a fave album. And ‘Possible Pasts’ is such a rollercoaster song, where that part of the loud drum adds awesome intensity. Love your theatrical signature, which makes all you create so original and special; never drop it; it’s pure passion R.”
‘The Final Cut’ is known as the last Pink Floyd album featuring Waters, who wrote all the songs and sang lead vocals, except for ‘Not Now John’ with David Gilmour. Despite later tensions, Gilmour and Waters initially got along, even playing ‘Donkey Kong’ together.
Below, you can see his video and the comments.
Answering fan questions.
'The Dark Side Of The Moon Redux'. Available now. https://t.co/d9JVvLnA8t pic.twitter.com/yrzjj4m73e
— Roger Waters ✊ (@rogerwaters) December 22, 2023
True,as it's true that the drums and other important elements are buried in mixing and mastering due to inappropriate production,technical or artistic criteria, in all bands. in 1982 was not possible, now you can release the multitrack and let us process them,could be interesting
— Realizador TV Radio ISER (@ToniFanara) December 22, 2023
My favorite album “The Final Cut” I wouldn’t change a thing 🤷♀️
— Firuze (@MalFiruze) December 23, 2023
The Final Cut is a fave album. And possible pasts is such a rollercoaster song, where that part of the loud drum adds awesome intensity. Love your theatrical signature which makes all you create so original and special, never drop it, it's pure passion R.
— Vasca (@TessaRock4ever) December 22, 2023
