Nick Mason

Nick Mason's appearance at the Grammy Museum was a reminder as to why so many artists -- from Radiohead to the Mars Volta -- owe a huge debt to Pink Floyd. Although he didn't play (and being a drummer, that would have been a bit difficult!), Mr. Mason offered up great stories, memories and reflections on arguably one of the greatest bands ever. He seemed a bit embarassed by all the attention, and wanted to (but couldn't) promise the small crowd that there wouldn't be any more reissues of "Dark Side of the Moon", but he was a witty, entertaining and engaging speaker. A thoroughly enjoyable evening from the one member of the Floyd who has managed to survive all the turmoil and drama from its inception to now. The true backbeat of the band...

Gratitude. Given I have received 40 + years of experiencing Pink Floyd's Music, both live and recorded mediums, I treasure the eye to eye contact, usually, fleeting at best. At the Grammy museum I was given a chance to directly express my experience and gratitude to the person giving me a window to my soul.