Ride it if You Like to Astronomy Domine
by Syd Barrett on May.06, 2009, under Syd Barrett
At Syd Barrett, we’re committed fans with real opinions and insights into the world of Syd. Once an icon, Syd Barrett has faded to memory for most as a mere madman who launched Pink Floyd through two albums, his own solo, and then vanished. But his story, and music, are much more than that.
Syd has perpetrated every medium we see and here, much like Pink Floyd themselves did after his departure. Syd’s world leaves nothing vacant or unanswered, no angst or distress remains, and despite perhaps being the king of psychedelia, his phrases and tunes are incredibly simple, joyful and direct.
We hope that our love for Syd will bring you joy as you adventure through to listen, see and beyond.
Syd Barrett's First Solo Album, complete with hand-drawn insects
July 1st, 2009 on 1:27 pm
He will always be my hero; since I was 15 years old I realized in my mind that there was no one who came close to what he did. 31 years later I still feel the same way. If I talk to someone who know’s of him,it’s all the half truths that they believe in. His voice,lyrics & guitar got me thru some rough times & for that i’m grateful. When i found out he passed on I cried like a baby, always hoping, praying that he would come back but deep down knew that would never happen.
I have his music, books, DVD’s & that’s all I need. I just hope he found the peace he was looking for that alluded him on this planet….Thank you Syd