Syd Barrett has long been one of the most enigmatic figures in rock. Undeniably brilliant, the young star propelled Pink Floyd into the public eye with his psychedelic and original compositions. In this issue we look at the role he played in the formation of Pink Floyd, and his untimely fall from grace as he succumbed to mental illness. With track-by-track analysis and insight from his fellow Pink Floyd members, this is an in-depth look at the early years of the band and Syd's ultimate disappearance from the public eye.
