July 12, 2006
Syd Barrett, a Founder of Pink Floyd, Dies at 60
By JON PARELES
Syd Barrett, the erratically brilliant songwriter and singer who created the psychedelic rock of Pink Floyd only to leave the band in 1968 with mental problems, died on July 7 at his home in Cambridgeshire, England. He was 60.
His death was confirmed by a spokesman for his former band, Doug Wright of LD Communications, who did not give a cause. Mr. Barrett had long suffered from diabetes.
A statement from Mr. Wright said: “The band are very naturally upset and sad to hear of Syd Barrett’s death. Syd was the guiding light of the early band lineup and leaves a legacy which continues to inspire.â€
Source: http://www.nytimes.com/2006/07/12/arts/music/12barrett.html
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Slightly old news, but since I was late to catch it - thought I'd post it anyway for fellow Pink Floyd fans. Personally I liked "See Emily play"
Syd Barrett, a Founder of Pink Floyd, Dies at 60
By JON PARELES
Syd Barrett, the erratically brilliant songwriter and singer who created the psychedelic rock of Pink Floyd only to leave the band in 1968 with mental problems, died on July 7 at his home in Cambridgeshire, England. He was 60.
His death was confirmed by a spokesman for his former band, Doug Wright of LD Communications, who did not give a cause. Mr. Barrett had long suffered from diabetes.
A statement from Mr. Wright said: “The band are very naturally upset and sad to hear of Syd Barrett’s death. Syd was the guiding light of the early band lineup and leaves a legacy which continues to inspire.â€
Source: http://www.nytimes.com/2006/07/12/arts/music/12barrett.html
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Slightly old news, but since I was late to catch it - thought I'd post it anyway for fellow Pink Floyd fans. Personally I liked "See Emily play"
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