The Lyrics of Syd Barrett

Overview

This beautifully illustrated and official book compiles Syd's extraordinary lyrics together for the very first time

Legendary Pink Floyd founding member Syd Barrett's songwriting was unique, memorable, and utterly brilliant. Featuring 56 songs and a foreword by Pink Floyd's first manager, Peter Jenner, and an introduction by Rob Chapman (author of Syd Barrett: A Very Irregular Head).

Author Biography

Both a writer of non-fiction (syd barrett, psychedelia, pirate radio) and fiction, Rob Chapman also runs an experimental writing workshop called Stream of Consciousmess. Additionally, he was the singer and lyricist in the Bristol based beat combo Glaxo Babies. Peter Jenner is a British music manager and a record producer. Jenner, Andrew King, and the original four members of Pink Floyd were partners in Blackhill Enterprises.