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The Division Bell is the fourteenth studio album by the English progressive rock band Pink Floyd, released in March 1994. It marks a significant milestone in the band's history as the first album since 1975's Wish You Were Here to feature keyboardist Richard Wright as a permanent band member and primary songwriter. The record explores themes of communication and political division, featuring guitarist David Gilmour's signature atmospheric soundscapes and extended instrumental passages. The album won the Grammy Award for Best Rock Instrumental Performance for the track "Marooned."
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When was Pink Floyd's The Division Bell released?
The Division Bell was released in March 1994. It is Pink Floyd's fourteenth studio album.
Why is Richard Wright important to The Division Bell?
The album was the first Pink Floyd album since 1975's Wish You Were Here to feature Richard Wright as a permanent member. Wright's keyboard work is therefore part of a major return in the band's history.
What does the title The Division Bell refer to?
The title connects with the album's themes of communication, separation, and failure to connect. A division bell is also associated with the voting bell used in the UK Parliament.
Which Pink Floyd song on The Division Bell uses Stephen Hawking's voice?
Keep Talking uses a sampled voice of Stephen Hawking. The song is one of the album's clearest links between communication and modern technology.
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