Roger Waters Backs Son’s Tribute Band After Dismissal, Launches Open Search for Lead Singer
Two years after a professional split that drew attention within the music community, Roger Waters is now publicly supporting a new project led by his son, Harry Waters, and helping recruit a key member for the venture.
In 2023, Harry Waters was dismissed from his father’s touring band after more than a decade as a keyboardist. The decision, which affected much of the touring lineup at the time, was described by Harry in later interviews as both unexpected and personally difficult. Now, however, the elder Waters appears to be backing his son’s next step: a Legacy tour project that aims to revisit the catalog of Pink Floyd alongside selections from Roger Waters’ solo work.
The most immediate focus of the project is finding a lead vocalist. In a message shared publicly, Roger Waters framed the search in direct and personal terms, describing the role as one that requires replicating the vocal range and tone he himself had during his earlier years.
He pointed to the demands of classic Pink Floyd material, referencing songs such as “Comfortably Numb” and “Don’t Leave Me Now” as examples of the emotional and technical range required. The invitation was positioned as open to any qualified singer, with Waters encouraging potential candidates to audition if they believe they can match that standard.
Harry Waters echoed the call independently, emphasizing that the band is specifically seeking a performer capable of channeling the sound associated with his father’s earlier recordings. Applications for the position are currently being accepted, with a deadline set for the end of April.
The announcement comes against the backdrop of Harry Waters’ departure from his father’s touring ensemble in 2023. At the time, he had been part of the band for approximately 14 years, contributing as a keyboardist across multiple tours.
In remarks given after his exit, Harry described the experience as difficult, noting that the personnel changes affected nearly the entire group, though his own dismissal carried an added emotional dimension given the family connection. He suggested the decision reflected a broader shift toward new collaborators, though he said the specific reasoning behind it was never fully clarified to him.
The restructuring left only a small number of long-time musicians in place, marking a significant reset for Roger Waters’ live lineup.
Following his departure, Harry Waters continued working as a touring and session musician, collaborating with artists including Les Claypool and Sean Lennon. He also performed with established Pink Floyd tribute acts, gaining experience within a format that revisits the band’s catalog for live audiences.
The formation of Legacy represents a more formal step into that space. According to early descriptions, the project is intended to focus on what is often described as Pink Floyd’s “golden era,” alongside material from Roger Waters’ solo career. The band is expected to begin touring in 2027.
Tribute acts centered on Pink Floyd have long maintained a strong global following, reflecting the enduring popularity of the band’s music. By positioning Legacy within that tradition, while also drawing a direct connection to one of the band’s founding members, the project enters a crowded but established live market.
