The magic and mystery surrounding the architect of Pink Floyd endures – and a larger canvas emerges of a confident, ...

The life of Syd Barrett was not an easy one, but the legacy he left behind is one of the most respected in psychedelic rock.

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A statement from Pink Floyd said: “The band are naturally very upset and sad to learn of Syd Barrett’s death. “Syd was the guiding light of the early band line-up and leaves a legacy which ...

“After he [Barrett] left the band ... He added, “They’re disturbing, and not a lot of fun, but they’re some of Syd’s finest work – though God knows, I wouldn’t wish anyone to ...

He described Barrett as a "celebrated son of Cambridge", who returned to the city and lived as a recluse until his death in 2006. A blue plaque was dedicated to Syd Barrett in Cambridge as part of ...

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Syd Barrett is to be the subject of a new documentary ... Truman and producer Julius Beltrame after Storm’s untimely death”. “It’s the tragic story of Brian Wilson and Kurt Cobain and ...

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The Piper at the Gates of Dawn. Syd Barrett (vocals and lead guitar) displayed a minor talent for writing as well as a not insubstantial ability to prepare special effects and production work.