In 2013, Rogers was accused of antisemitism for using the image, but he countered that the pig, which he said represented “evil, and more specifically the evil of errant government”, also featured “the crucifix, the crescent and star, the hammer and sickle, the Shell Oil logo and the McDonald’s sign, a dollar sign and a Mercedes sign … The Star of David represents Israel and its policies and is legitimately subject to any and all forms of non violent protest. He has long denied antisemitism and claimed that his enmity is with Israel rather than Judaism, and has accused Israel of “abusing the term antisemitism to intimidate people, like me, into silence”.įrankfurt’s council also highlighted Waters’ historical use of a Star of David emblazoned on a pig prop as part of his stage show. Note – "In the Flesh", "Have a Cigar", "Pigs (Three Different Ones)" and "Wish You Were Here" were performed as a medley.Waters has long been an opponent of Israel over its activity in Palestine, describing it as an “apartheid state” that is guilty of “ethnic cleansing”, and supports a cultural boycott of the country. " Outside the Wall" (performed at The Forum, Inglewood, California)." The Great Gig in the Sky" (performed at both Wembley Arena shows and at Madison Square Garden, New York)." Arnold Layne" (video "played" by Billy for the audience)." Southampton Dock" (added from September 8 onward)." Get Your Filthy Hands Off My Desert" (added from September 8 onward)." 5:01 AM (The Pros and Cons of Hitch Hiking)" (dropped after 6 September)." Tempted" (Paul Carrack solo performance).Clare Torry – lead vocals on " The Great Gig in the Sky" on 26 August at Madison Square Garden and on 21 and 22 November at Wembley Arena.Jay Stapley – lead guitar and backing vocals.Andy Fairweather-Low – rhythm guitar, bass guitar and backing vocals. ![]()
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