Colin Wilson

Bass / Vocals

When did you join Aussie Floyd?

1993.

Favourite Pink Floyd album?

Animals.

Favourite Pink Floyd songs to listen to?

Anything off Animals

Favourite Pink Floyd song to play?

Dogs, Sheep, Careful With That Axe Eugene, Money, Brain Damage/ Eclipse, Shine On You Crazy Diamond Pts. 6-9, Hey You, What Do You Want From Me, Astronomy Domine; I suppose I should say One Of These Days as well.

How did you get in to Pink Floyd?

I remember that all through the mid 70's people at school were talking about DSOTM but I never really heard it. The only PF record I bought myself was Animals and that decision was based solely on the album cover! I got into it by joining this band and having to learn it all.

What other bands do you like?

I tend to like great songs or albums regardless of genre, so if it was released in the1960's or 1970's, I probably like it. The 1980's not so much, but there are exceptions to both. Really I listen to everything from ABBA to ZZ Top. In a given week I could listen to Rush, The Specials, The Black Crowes, Some Motown or 70's Disco/Funk/Soul, and finish the week on Ralph Vaughan-Williams or Holst!

If you weren’t in a Pink Floyd tribute what tribute would you be doing?

I was in a Guns & Roses tribute band in the early 90's!!! Now I think it would have to be something a bit more laid back.

Have you met any Floyd members?

David, Nick, Rick, Guy Pratt, Gary Wallace, Dick Parry, Durga & Lorelei of course.

Least favourite Floyd Album?

Delicate Sound Of Thunder

Funniest moment on stage with TAPFS?

Too many to mention. If you know, you know.

If you weren’t a musician what would you be?

I'd be designing Aussie Floyd promotional material and merchandise... Oh hang on, that's what I am doing.

Best thing about touring?

Being a part of this big rolling troupe of musicians and technicians who are all at the top of their game.

Worst thing about touring?

Being a part of this big rolling troupe of musicians and technicians who are all at the top of their game.

Favourite venues?

Heineken music Hall in Amsterdam for the sound quality. Montreal Bell Centre. Mohegan Sun Casino in Connecticut. Outdoor venues and festivals I always found enjoyable.

Most enjoyable gig?

Maybe the first time we played in Malta. 

Funny touring story off stage?

Jason and I always had a laugh whilst doing interviews around the world. We'd often decide on a secret random word that we would try to get into the interview. Good memories.

What instruments do you play?

Bass, Guitar, Guitarlele, and I've realised in the last few years that I can actually stamp out a rudimentary song on a keyboard if I'm recording something of my own.

When did you start playing music?

I bought my first guitar at 15 with money earned from mowing lawns.