An exhibition of Syd Barrett‘s paintings, many never seen before in public, will form the centrepiece of an extensive tribute to the psychedelic legend in his hometown of Cambridge. Entitled “The City Wakes“, it runs across Cambridge between October 22 and November 1.
Besides Barrett’s own artwork, there’ll be a display of memorabilia and photographs from the legendary snapper and close Barrett friend Mick Rock, and Mind Over Matter – a solo exhibition from Pink Floyd’s long-time collaborator and sleeve designer Storm Thorgerson.
Besides the exhibitions, “The City Wakes” also promises a series of concerts organised by someone called Simon Gunton, however the identities of the musical performers have not been revealed…