Syd Barrett-The Madcap Laughs (1970)
Posted in Psychedelic on Mar 22nd, 2009 No Comments »
Like a supernova, Roger “Syd” Barrett burned briefly and brightly, leaving an indelible mark upon psychedelic and progressive rock as the founder and original singer, songwriter, and lead guitarist of Pink Floyd. Barrett was responsible for most of their brilliant first album, 1967’s The Piper at the Gates of Dawn, but left and/or was fired from the band in early 1968 after his erratic behavior had made him too difficult to deal with. Pink Floyd never recaptured the playful humor and mad energy of their work with Barrett.
Richie Unterberger, All Music Guide
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