Syd Barrett - "The Madcap Laughs" -is the debut album by British musician Syd Barrett, a former founding member of Pink Floyd. The album was first released in 1970, after Barrett left the band and withdrew from public life in the previous years. Syd Barrett, known for his unique style as a songwriter and guitarist, was a key figure in the early days of Pink Floyd. However, he suffered from mental health problems related to his drug use and the increasing pressure that the band's success brought with it. These problems eventually led to his departure from Pink Floyd in 1968. "The Madcap Laughs" was produced during two recording sessions in 1969, first by David Gilmour, a former Pink Floyd bandmate, and later by Roger Waters and Rick Wright. The album is known for its raw and intimate sound as well as its unconventional song structure. The songs on the album reflect the fragile psyche of Syd Barrett, and many of the lyrics are characterized by surreal and poetic elements. Some of the notable tracks on the album include "Octopus", "Golden Hair" and "Terrapin". The songs showcase Barrett's unique approach to songwriting and his ability to create an unusual and captivating atmosphere. The raw nature of the recordings adds a certain charm to the album. "The Madcap Laughs" is often considered an artistic document of Barrett's solo work and has achieved a certain cult status over the years. It provides an insight into the artist's psyche at this time and stands as a standalone work, capturing his creative vision and musical originality. Tracklist: A1 Terrapin A2 No Good Trying A3 Love You A4 No Man's Land A5 Dark Globe A6 Here I Go B1 Octopus B2 Golden Hair B3 Long Gone B4 She Took A Long Cold Look B5 Feel B6 If It's In You B7 Late Night LP / Near Mint more Mint (only fine, flat, thread scratches from the years without effect and only in the unrecorded areas) OBI / VG+ to NM (wrinkles, back spots light) Cover / VG+ to NM (wrinkles, a pressure) Insert /VG+ (a little bit yellow down left) (the pictures and the description are an integral part of the state and the scope of the delivery of the LP or Single) ★★★ Another "Must Have "! From A Great Pioneer Of Psychedelic Rock ★★★ An offer exclusive from the seller : BlackGold-Memorabilia Thank´s for your interest. Check out my other rare items in current and future Auctions at Catawiki ★★★ Delivery to Lithuania, Portugal, Bulgaria and Norway only by Express Post