DAVID GILMOUR releases a single in memory of Syd Barrett

Pink Floyd star David Gilmour is to release a tribute single to his former bandmate Syd Barrett.

The EP will feature live performances of two songs written by the reclusive guitarist, who died this year.

One of the tracks, “Arnold Layne”, features vocals from David Bowie, who appeared at one of Gilmour’s Royal Albert Hall gigs over the summer.

Bowie has long been a fan of Barrett’s recordings with Pink Floyd, as well as his brief solo career.

He paid tribute to the songwriter on his death in July this year, calling him a “major inspiration”.

As well as Bowie’s performance, there will be a recording featuring vocals from Pink Floyd keyboard player Richard Wright.

The third track is a solo acoustic performance of “Dark Globe”, one of the tracks from Barrett’s first solo album, “The Madcap Laughs”.

  • Source: Bbc.co.uk