David Gilmour is an English musician, best known as the lead guitarist and vocalist for the progressive rock band Pink Floyd. His distinctive style, characterized by blues-derived phrasing, expressive bends, and extensive use of echo and delay effects, has been highly influential in rock music. Gilmour joined Pink Floyd in 1968 and played a major role in the creation of iconic albums such as "The Dark Side of the Moon" and "The Wall". As a solo artist, he continued to explore progressive and blues influences, further solidifying his position in music history.