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Which 1979 Pink Floyd concept album was inspired by an incident in which Roger Waters spat on an unruly fan during a concert?
Answer
The Wall
Roger Waters conceived 'The Wall' after spitting on a disruptive fan at a 1977 concert in Montreal, an act that sparked his exploration of isolation and alienation as a rock star.
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Pink Floyd's 'The Wall' was inspired by a real incident where Roger Waters spat on a fan who touched him during a concert.
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- The Dark Side of the Moon
- Wish You Were Here
- Animals
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- pink-floyd
- concept-albums
- 1970s
- rock
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