On an Island is the third solo album
by David Gilmour, best known as vocalist and lead guitarist for Pink Floyd. It
was released in the UK on 6 March 2006, Gilmour's 60th birthday, and in the
United States the following day. It was Gilmour's first new solo album in 22
years. The song "Castellorizon" received a Grammy Award nomination
for best rock instrumental. The album has achieved platinum status in Canada
for shipping 100,000 units.
