Roger Waters
Roger Waters is an English musician, singer-songwriter, and political activist best known as a co-founder of Pink Floyd.
Roger Waters is an English musician, singer-songwriter, and political activist best known as a co-founder of Pink Floyd. He was the band’s bassist and later its principal lyricist and conceptual leader.
What it is
Roger Waters co-founded Pink Floyd in 1965. After Syd Barrett left in 1968, Waters became the band’s main lyricist and conceptual force, shaping albums like The Wall. He left Pink Floyd in 1985 and has since pursued a solo career.
Why it matters
Waters is widely identified with Pink Floyd’s most iconic work and has a long-standing audience in Canada through the band’s global legacy and his own tours. His political activism has also kept him in the public eye.
Key details
Born George Roger Waters on 6 September 1943 in Great Bookham, Surrey, England. He plays bass guitar and sings. His solo career includes albums and extensive touring. He remains active in music and political causes.
In short
- Co-founded Pink Floyd in 1965 as bassist.
- Became principal lyricist after Syd Barrett left.
- Left Pink Floyd in 1985 for a solo career.
- Known for political activism and Canadian fanbase.
Roger Waters has toured internationally and has a long-standing audience in Canada as part of Pink Floyd’s global legacy and his solo work.
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Sources
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roger_WatersSupports: Birth name, birth date, Pink Floyd co-founding, role after 1968, departure in 1985.
- Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Roger-WatersSupports: Birthplace, nationality, role in Pink Floyd, solo career after 1985.
- IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0914166/bio/Supports: Birth details and selected biographical information.