Syd Barrett

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Roger Keith "Syd" Barrett (born 6 January 1946 in Cambridge, England; died 7 July 2006 in Cambridge, England) was an English musician, singer, songwriter, guitarist, and painter, best remembered as a founder member of the legendary rock band Pink Floyd. He was the lead vocalist, guitarist, and primary songwriter during the band's psychedelic years, providing major musical and stylistic direction in their early work; he is also credited with naming the band.

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  1. Terrapin
  2. Octopus
  3. Here I Go
  4. Golden Hair
  5. Love You
  6. No Good Trying
  7. Dark Globe
  8. Baby Lemonade
  9. Long Gone
  10. Late Night

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