The most recent, biggest -hitting news about Pink Floyd, direct from http://www.brain-damage.co.uk https://www.brain-damage.co.uk Tue, 28 Jul 2026 01:15:22 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/images/M_images/rss.png https://www.brain-damage.co.uk The most recent, biggest -hitting news about Pink Floyd, direct from http://www.brain-damage.co.uk https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/other-related-interviews/thirty-years-and-two-years-a-conversation-with-rob-chapman-syd-barretts-biogr.html Marcelo Paulo de Souza is a Brazilian Pink Floyd collector and aficionado who has lived in London for over 30 years. Our thanks to Marcelo for kindly supplying the following chat with author Rob Chapman. During The Madcap's Lasting Laugh, the eight-day celebration of Syd Barrett's life at The Piper in St Leonards-on-Sea, I had the chance to speak with Rob Chapman, the author of Syd Barrett: A Very Irregular Head, widely considered the definitive biography of Syd, and of Psychedelia and Other Colours, his acclaimed history of psychedelia and a Guardian, Mojo and Rough Trade Book of the Year. We talked outside the venue on Sunday 5 July, the day after his talk Syd's Last Stand, where he was interviewed on stage by Tony Higgins. I wrote about the festival and the unveiling of Syd's famous floorboards in my earlier feature for Brain Damage (https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/various-other-items/the-piper-st-leonards-where-syd-barretts-floorboards-found-a.html); this is the second article from that weekend. This was the third time I have met Rob. The first was at the premiere of Have You Got It Yet? The Story of Syd Barrett and Pink Floyd, the documentary about Syd. The second was at a talk and book signing organised by the Walthamstow Rock ‘n' Roll Book Club, practically around the corner from my house, where he spoke about Unsung Unsaid and signed my copies of his Syd biography and the lyrics book. On both occasions he was welcoming and always ready to talk. A lifetime of thinking I opened by repeating something many fans believe: that his book is considered the best because he spent ten years researching it. Rob corrected me, and his answer was better than the legend. He wrote the Mojo obituary when Syd died in 2006, and shortly after that he got a contract through Faber to write the book, which he submitted in 2009. So the research took about two years. But then he reached for a famous story about Picasso. Someone once told Picasso that a child of five could have made one of his works in five minutes. Picasso answered that it took him a lifetime to do it in five minutes. It is the same with the book, Rob told me: a lifetime of thinking and evaluating went into it before the research even began. "It took me 30 years and 2 years." Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:41:10 +0100 https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/latest/signed-pink-floyd-la-1975-test-pressing-in-auction.html eBay auction runs until July 23rd, at 9:45pm BST (https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/407070605185) so if you are interested in this, you've got around a week from today to get your bids in! Recently Steven offered the other copy of the LA Sports Arena test pressing he had, and, separately, the 2LP Pink Floyd Pompeii test pressing he had, and other saw heavy bidding until the end of the respective auctions. This final opportunity is bound to be even more popular. Best of luck to all who bid, and thanks to Steven for letting us know. Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:34:34 +0100 https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/other-related-interviews/mark-wilkinson-reveals-story-behind-his-syd-barrett-cove.html Full details can be found here, along with ordering details for Clowns And Jugglers: The Songs Of Syd Barrett on double vinyl and double CD (https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/latest/syd-barretts-80th-birthday-celebrations-in-cambridge-and-tribute.html). The cover of the album has been hand-created by Mark Wilkinson, an artist who has created artwork for various artists including Marillion, Fish, Judas Priest and Iron Maiden. He created the cover of the 2003 DVD, The Pink Floyd and Syd Barrett Story, and Mark has kindly revealed to us the story behind his latest cover design... I painted a portrait of Syd Barrett last year, one of my cultural heroes ever since I heard Arnold Layne, Emily and The Piper. I joined the Pink Floyd fanclub in 1968, there were around 500 of us then, with George Best and John Peel as celebrity members. It was an exciting time when anything seemed possible in the arts, and this man, full of beautiful music, writing lyrics unlike anyone else with a wildly colourful imagination was legendary and way ahead of his time. The painting wasn't commissioned for any purpose, it was simply a passion project, which took 4 months on and off. It's painted on a 91cm square canvas primed with 10 coats of gesso, sanded down to create a mirror-smooth surface to airbrush and paint on. I called it "The Mirror Guitar". Syd Barrett bought a Fender Esquire guitar in early 1965. In late 1966, he wrapped it in silver melinex and glued on some mirror discs, using the guitar to reflect the light shows Pink Floyd had in their early years back into the audience. He switched to a black Telecaster after that but was quoted as saying "The Mirror Guitar" was by far his favourite. Its current whereabouts is unknown. A friend of mine posed for the painting, crosslegged with his guitar as I wanted to 're-imagine' Syd in Wetherby Mansions where his first solo album cover 'The Madcap Laughs' was photographed. I changed the direction of the floor boards to create a dynamic perspective, then added the mirror guitar even though it had been lost a few years before. It was an era filled with symbolism. The iconic floor boards, the vase of flowers, and I tried to recreate some of Syd's paintings and drawings leaning against the wall. I stuck mirror discs to the painting of the silver guitar just as Syd had done. The unfailing creativity, strangeness and charisma of Syd Barrett, reunited, out of time with his lost mirror guitar. When I first exhibited it I met Syd's nephew who invited me to take the painting to The Artyst bar/venue in Cambridge where I met Neil Jones (who had been 20 years director at The Corn Exchange). Neil suggested a concert in what would have been Syd's 80th birthday year in 2026. Rob Ayling then suggested a covers album showcasing Syd's songs. We then decided to have an exhibition to celebrate Syd's life and influence inviting some contemporary artists to show new artwork as well as displaying some of Syd's own art. October 10th is World Mental Health Day (https://mentalhealth-uk.org/get-involved/mental-health-awareness-days/world-mental-health-day/), which seemed perfect to pull all of these elements together. We've all given our time free to this project because we are fans of Syd's unique talents, and in the process it will raise funds for mental health charities chosen by the Barrett family. Our thanks to Mark for sharing the background to the cover art. For more details of the events in Cambridge in October, please click here (https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/latest/syd-barretts-80th-birthday-celebrations-in-cambridge-and-tribute.html). Fri, 10 Jul 2026 09:28:02 +0100 https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/various-other-items/the-piper-st-leonards-where-syd-barretts-floorboards-found-a.html Marcelo Paulo de Souza is a Brazilian Pink Floyd collector and aficionado who has lived in London for over 30 years. Marcelo kindly supplied this report from a very special event this week in the south of England, with pictures by Marcelo and also Beata Kruczkowska. Our thanks to both of them! Twenty years after Syd Barrett's death, and in the year he would have turned 80, a grassroots music venue on the south coast of England is keeping his memory alive in the most literal way possible: with the painted floorboards from his London flat on display for anyone to come and see. I was at the venue on Sunday 5 July, the day of the unveiling, where I recorded video interviews with the people at the heart of the celebration. The Piper in St Leonards-on-Sea has just turned seven years old. Its name comes from The Piper at the Gates of Dawn, Pink Floyd's debut album, and the location is no accident. Hastings Pier, directly across from the venue, was where Syd played his final gig with Pink Floyd on 20 January 1968. Owner Chris Barnett, who I interviewed outside the venue on the day of the unveiling, moved to the coast from Hackney in London, where he had watched pub after pub close down. When he found this beautiful building standing empty and derelict, he decided to turn it into a new grassroots music venue: a home for bands, DJs, and what he calls the collective psychedelic alternative community. The pub was called the Norman Arms. He renamed it The Piper. Even the Wi-Fi password is a nod to the album. Eight days for Syd This week the venue is running The Madcap's Lasting Laugh, an eight-day celebration of Syd's life, marking the 20th anniversary of his passing on 7 July and the unveiling of his iconic floorboards. The opening weekend brought Twink (the drummer known for his work with the Pretty Things and the Pink Fairies, and a member of Stars, the short-lived supergroup he formed with Syd in Cambridge in 1972), along with talks, a film screening and panel discussions. Still to come are Ozric Tentacles, Bernard Butler, a Sydfest all-dayer of psychedelic bands, and the Mystery Jets. The guest list reads like a who's who of Syd's world. Jenny Spires, Syd's former girlfriend from the Cambridge days. Ian Barrett, Syd's nephew. Jerry Shirley, who played on both The Madcap Laughs and Barrett, and who performed alongside David Gilmour at Syd's 1970 show at Kensington Olympia. Biographer Rob Chapman. And Jill Drower: former habitué of the UFO Club, member of the Exploding Galaxy, the radical performance art collective of 1967-69, and film maker. Her film about the group, Exploders, was screened at the venue with her own introduction. Twink, Ian Barrett, Rob Chapman and other guests also came together for Shine On You Crazy Diamond, a panel discussion and celebration held on Monday 6 July, the eve of the anniversary, followed by the Exploders screening. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 14:42:43 +0100 https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/latest/syd-barretts-80th-birthday-celebrations-in-cambridge-and-tribute.html This year, to mark what would have been Roger "Syd" Barrett's 80 birthday, a range of celebrations have been arranged, including a concert and a major exhibition in Cambridge, as well as a commemorative double LP and double CD, all of which raising money for mental health charities, with all proceeds donated to them. First, the concert. A natural choice for the location has been picked: Cambridge Corn Exchange, where he gave his final live performance on February 24th 1972. On October 10th, audiences will experience a special concert featuring Kula Shaker, Soft Machine, Men on the Border, Diana Silveira The Psychedelic Circus, Radhika and Pünk Floyd, with additional surprise guests still to be announced. The event will also feature an immersive liquid light show by Los Angeles visual artist The Mad Alchemist. Tickets for the concert go on sale at 10am BST on Friday (June 19th) through Cornex.co.uk (https://www.cornex.co.uk/events/a-tribute-to-syd-barrett-official-80th-anniversary-celebrations), the website for the venue. The anniversary will also be marked by the release of Clowns And Jugglers: The Songs Of Syd Barrett, a commemorative double coloured vinyl and double CD album on October 9th 2026, featuring new recordings, previously unreleased material and standout live performances celebrating Barrett's enduring influence. The cover has been created by Mark Wilkinson, most known for artwork for the likes of Marillion, but who also did the cover for the 2003 DVD, The Pink Floyd and Syd Barrett Story. Contributors to the album include Kula Shaker, Mystery Jets, Rosalie Cunningham, Pink Floyd, David Gilmour and Nick Mason's Saucerful of Secrets. The full track listing of the vinyl edition can be seen below (the CD track listing is still being finalised). Alongside the concert and album, a major exhibition exploring Barrett's life, art and cultural impact will run from October 3rd–9th at camopen.space (https://bio.site/camopen.space/). The exhibition will showcase original paintings and sketches by Syd Barrett, alongside prints of larger works. Visitors will also be able to view work by a number of guest artists, including Barrett’s nephew Ian Barrett, Mark Wilkinson, Mick Rock, Spadge Hopkins, Mikey Georgeson, James Wilkinson and Justin Wiggan & Dominick Allen. A programme of talks from leading Barrett biographers will further explore the life and legacy of one of Britain’s most fascinating creative minds. Neil Jones, co-organiser of the events, said: "Eighty years after his birth, Syd Barrett's influence remains as powerful as ever. His music, creativity and unique vision continue to inspire artists and audiences across generations. It's especially fitting that this celebration takes place in Cambridge, the city at the heart of his story. Bringing together live music, art and a new album on World Mental Health Day is a fitting tribute to one of the city's most extraordinary cultural figures". Rosemary Breen, Barrett's sister, said: "The family wholeheartedly support these exciting events in aid of mental health charities. Syd would have been so happy and honoured to know his music was still being enjoyed in Cambridge." ORDERING INFORMATION: For ease, we've listed the various editions below from different retailers. 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The end of an era and at the same time the beginning of a turbulent decade. A fitting day for the publishers of a new book about the album and associated concerts to announce it to the Floydian community! In the Dutch language book Aangenaam Verdoofd - Bedevaart Naar The Wall (which translates to COMFORTABLY NUMB – PILGRIMAGE TO THE WALL), Charles Beterams and Wouter Bessels describe the complex origin story of the album and the film and the overwhelming impact that the – no more than 31 – concerts have on the visitors. Pink Floyd didn't include The Netherlands on their schedule for The Wall shows. The devoted Dutch followers had to do their utmost to get their hands on the scarce tickets for concerts in London and Dortmund. They become, without having foreseen it, part of a historical journey, a pilgrimage to The Wall in 1980 and 1981. Upon their return, there are the stories, concert reports in the newspapers, and – secretly taken – photos. That history is now captured for the first time in a 120-page richly illustrated book. The authors spoke with concertgoers and other involved parties and uncovered a lot of unique and previously unpublished footage. In the years that follow, Roger Waters remains inextricably linked to the album, even after the film's release in 1982. It is therefore not surprising that a reprise follows in Berlin in 1990 after a turbulent decade in which everything seems to be overshadowed by The Wall. The book concludes with a detailed description of the particulars of the 31 concerts and a discography. Aangenaam Verdoofd - Bedevaart Naar The Wall is released as a luxury hardcover edition. 120 pages on 170-gram paper, size 22 x 22 cm. There are two options available: a limited, numbered, and one-time Regular Edition of 600 copies (https://www.floydstuff.com/product/23407133/pink-floyd-aangenaam-verdoofd-bedevaart-naar-the-wall-regular-edition-book). They've put aside 100 copies of that which are available as a Signature Edition in a luxury magnetic box (https://www.floydstuff.com/product/23407141/pink-floyd-aangenaam-verdoofd-bedevaart-naar-the-wall-signature-edition-book-box) with foil printing, containing a signed copy of the book and exclusively a printed silk-like retro scarf as was also sold at the concerts back then. Both versions are now available for pre-order from Floydstuff.com (https://www.floydstuff.com) who are the exclusive stockists of this book. The book will be released on Friday, September 25th, 2026. Those who have seen their previous books will know that they are very well designed and produced, and are well worth adding to your Floydian bookshelves! Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:57:33 +0100 https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/latest/new-book-pink-floyd-album-by-album.html To be published at the end of this month by White Owl (and on August 30th in North America) is a new book, Pink Floyd: Album by Album by Stephen Palmer. The book, written by a musician who is a long-standing Pink Floyd fan, is said to analyse the music as well as the context it was created in, and looks at the "unique contributions of each of the five members to the group". It includes concert photographs from fans. As we've yet to see a copy of it, here's how the book is described: "This unique group gave so much to Britain, yet in telling the personal stories of the five remarkable individuals comprising it the impact of their music is sometimes overlooked. This book focuses on that music: Syd Barrett's melodic childhood nuggets, David Gilmour's transcendent blues guitar, Roger Waters' lyrical brilliance, and Nick Mason's mesmeric drumming; and the keyboards and voice of Rick Wright, whose loss inspired mourning and tributes reinforcing his position as the soul of the group, not least when it came to the final Pink Floyd album. "This book tells a fifty-five year story, from the sun-dappled haunts of Cambridge, through stadium concerts and the fourth bestselling album of all time, to the messy, but ultimately triumphant conclusion." ORDERING INFO:As we participate in their affiliate programme, ordering any item after entering Amazon through our links helps with BD's ongoing running costs, and we really appreciate it. You can order this guide from Amazon.com (http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1036129276/braindamage-20), Amazon UK (https://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/1036129276/braindamage-21), Amazon Canada (http://www.amazon.ca/exec/obidos/ASIN/1036129276/braindamageon-20), Germany (http://www.amazon.de/exec/obidos/ASIN/1036129276/braindamage0f-21), France (http://www.amazon.fr/exec/obidos/ASIN/1036129276/braindamageon-21), Italy (http://www.amazon.it/gp/product/1036129276/bradamonl-21) and Spain (http://www.amazon.es/gp/product/1036129276/braidama01-21). Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:19:08 +0100 https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/latest/places-to-go-the-pink-floyd-in-cambridge.html Places To Go: A Guide To The Pink Floyd's Cambridge (https://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN/1919184260/braindamage-21), a fold-out illustrated map and guide charting more than 40 Cambridge locations connected to the lives, music and legacy of Pink Floyd. Family homes, schools and venues sit alongside record shops, chalk pits and riverside meadows, mapping how Cambridge shaped Pink Floyd and how the band, in turn, left its mark on the city. Syd Barrett and Roger Waters grew up within streets of each other, attended the same school and played the same venues before leaving for London in the early 1960s. David Gilmour, who also grew up in Cambridge and knew Barrett from the local music scene, would later complete the connection when he joined the band in 1968. The publishers note that this is a guide to be used on the street as well as read at home. Each location is accompanied by concise notes placing it within the band's story and Cambridge's cultural history. With the map and guide written by none other than Glenn Povey - founder and editor of Brain Damage in its fanzine print days from 1985 to 1993, and subsequently author of numerous essential reference books about the Floyd - you are sure of detailed and accurate information. Whilst we've not seen a copy yet, we're sure it will prove an extremely useful, and illuminating, guide to the band's days in the city of Cambridge, whether or not you are planning a visit there. ORDERING INFO:As we participate in their affiliate programme, ordering any item after entering Amazon through our links helps with BD's ongoing running costs, and we really appreciate it. 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Gerald, of course, is a graphic artist with a long history with the Floyd, from the 1974 tour programme caricature, through to his most famous work on The Wall, and beyond that, working with Roger Waters on his Pros and Cons project. As ever, many happy returns to Gerald on this very special day from all of us here at Brain Damage. For those who haven't seen it, Gerald's superb The Art Of Pink Floyd The Wall (https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/books/gerald-scarfe-the-art-of-pink-floyd-the-wall-hardback-book.html) is REALLY worth checking out if you are interested in his work on the project, which spanned the album, concerts and film. Published almost five years ago, it is a beautiful, 288-page hardback book, in landscape format housed within a cardboard sleeve that reveals a huge amount of rare and previously unseen sketches, paintings and more, created by Gerald Scarfe principally for The Wall project, but also includes earlier materials, for Wish You Were Here and Animals, for example. It is an expensive book, but the work involved bringing together the breadth of material within, and the quality of its presentation, help to justify the price tag - and it is completely different to any previous books on Scarfe's artwork for the Floyd. However much you think you know The Wall, and Scarfe's artwork for it (and earlier Pink Floyd projects), this book will reveal far more than you could imagine. One wonders if there was anything left in his archive that wasn't included? It's superb to see so many early sketches and ideas sitting alongside finished designs and images. This is a truly incredible book that will appeal equally to Pink Floyd fans, to Scarfe enthusiasts, and to those interested in production design for film and concert stage. As a special exclusive treat, Gerald had this video shot especially for us here at Brain Damage, so you get a feel for what the book includes, and the format it comes in. Thanks Gerald, and hope you have a fantastic birthday! Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:47:47 +0100 https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/obituaries/dick-parry-1942-2026.html Some very sad news today: Dick Parry, the English saxophonist who played with numerous artists, but was probably best known for his work with Pink Floyd, has died. Born in Suffolk, Parry, once in Cambridge, started his musical career, and was a friend of David Gilmour. Later Parry was asked by Gilmour to play sax on The Dark Side Of The Moon, and he recreated his iconic sax solos on Money and Us And Them on the 1973 tour. He remained as part of the touring band until the end of the 1977 tour, playing sax (including the standout sax on Shine On You Crazy Diamond) as well as additional keyboards, rejoining Pink Floyd on the road in 1994. He also took part in the Pink Floyd reunion in 2005's Live 8. Following his sterling work on The Dark Side Of The Moon, Parry also played sax on Wish You Were Here and The Division Bell. Later, he rejoined Gilmour for the 2001/2002 live dates, which ultimately lead to the 2006 On An Island tour, where Parry again played sax, additional keyboards, and the glass harmonica. He will be sorely missed. Our sincere condolences to his family and friends. Fri, 22 May 2026 15:46:29 +0100 https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/latest/money-.-pink-floyd-commemorative-coin-announced-by-uk-royal.html royalmint.com/pinkfloyd (https://www.royalmint.com/shop/limited-editions/music-legends/pink-floyd/). Image to the right is ©Royal Mint 2026. Here's the designer talking about the new coin: Thu, 14 May 2026 05:44:17 +0100 https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/latest/yet-another-movie-pink-floyd-in-film-movie-festival-next.html Saturday, May 23rd at 1:30pm (https://www.regentstreetcinema.com/movie/speak-1962-and-the-committee-1968-introduction). John Latham's Speak from 1962 was a favourite of the band, and they'd project it whilst playing at UFO, and created a soundtrack for it (although the film itself DOESN'T feature this) which is coupled with 1968's The Committee. Those who have seen this will know it is a weird, surreal tale about a hitchhiker, a murder, and Manfred Mann's Paul Jones trying to make sense of it all. Following on from that, at 4:15pm on May 23rd (https://www.regentstreetcinema.com/movie/iggy-the-eskimo-girl-1968-tonite-lets-all-make-love-in-london-1967-introduction), is a double bill of Tonite Let's All Make Love In London, Peter Whitehead's 1967 documentary on Swinging London features a host of actors, writers, musicians, and other contemporaries, among them Pink Floyd performing at UFO Club. Paired with this recently restored feature is Anthony Stern's Iggy the Eskimo Girl, a short starring model Evelyn 'Iggy' Rose. Rose was Syd Barrett's girlfriend and appeared on the cover of his debut solo LP, The Madcap Laughs. The screening is introduced by scholars and co-curators of the Peter Whitehead Archive, Dr Steve Chibnall and Dr Alissa Clarke. The Peter Whitehead Archive at De Montfort University, Leicester, will hold a small exhibition of Pink Floyd-related items from the archive in the cinema foyer. The final double bill on May 23rd, at 7:30pm (https://www.regentstreetcinema.com/movie/san-francisco-1968-zabriskie-point-1970-introduction), is 1968's San Francisco, a short which features an early Interstellar Overdrive whilst the visuals showcase the US counterculture capital in those days. This is followed by Michelangelo Antonioni's 1970 classic Zabriskie Point, which features a number of Floyd songs created for the film. The screening is introduced by series curator Sophia Satchell-Baeza. On Sunday, May 24th at 3:45pm (https://www.regentstreetcinema.com/movie/psychedelia-1969-more-1969-introduction), the double bill is of 1969's Psychedelia: Another Day At The Office, a rare film which includes a brief bit of Syd Barrett amongst others shown face-only, which the Velvet Underground can be heard in the background. This is coupled with Barbet Schroeder's More from the same year, which explores heroin addiction on the island of Ibiza set to a specially written soundtrack by the Floyd. Finally on May 24th, at 7pm (https://www.regentstreetcinema.com/movie/crystal-voyager-1973-introduction), is the UK premiere of the new 4K restoration of Crystal Voyager, the film about surfing which includes a long sequence amidst the waves set to the Floyd's Echoes. They permitted the use in the film in exchange for them being allowed to use the footage in concert on the circular screen. After a short gap, the festival resumes on Saturday, June 6th at 4:30pm (https://www.regentstreetcinema.com/movie/gunnera-1969-the-body-1970-introduction), with Gunnera, a short erotic film from 1969 which uses Ummagumma as its soundtrack, paired with the documentary film The Body. This 1970 film uses the talents of Ron Geesin, who ropes in Roger Waters to assist, and the soundtrack even includes an uncredited whole band performance from Pink Floyd. This was obviously around the time that Atom Heart Mother also saw a collaboration between Geesin and the Floyd. Those are followed at 7:30pm on June 6th (https://www.regentstreetcinema.com/movie/the-valley-1972-nick-mason-filmed-intro) by the 1972 Barbet Schroeder film The Valley (La Vallée or Obscured By Clouds) which again features the band's specially created soundtrack. The screening of The Valley is preceded by an exclusive filmed interview with Nick Mason, introducing the movie. For the final day, things begin with, on Sunday, June 7th at 4:45pm (https://www.regentstreetcinema.com/movie/when-the-wind-blows-1986-introduction) the incredible and sobering animation When The Wind Blows, with a Roger Waters, David Bowie, Squeeze and Hugh Cornwell soundtrack is shown. This focuses on the effect a nuclear strike on London has on a sweet old couple, who try to make the best of the situation. The festival concludes on June 7th at 7pm (https://www.regentstreetcinema.com/movie/pink-floyd-the-wall-1982) with a screening of Pink Floyd The Wall. We presume you don't need any description of this one! Tickets for all the screenings at the Regent Street Cinema in London are now available to buy (https://www.regentstreetcinema.com/pink-floyd-in-film/). The links above will take you directly to each film session's page. Sun, 26 Apr 2026 11:28:06 +0100 https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/latest/inter-x-pink-floyd-collaboration-match-day-celebration-of.html Following last week's news about the collaboration between Italian football team Inter and Pink Floyd, resulting in special merchandise and an exclusive blue vinyl Wish You Were Here (https://www.brain-damage.co.uk/latest/inter-x-pink-floyd-collaboration-launched-today-with-exclusive-blue-vinyl-wywh-and.html), it was also noted that the match that Inter would be playing on Friday night against Cagliari at the San Siro in Milan, Italy would be "be further amplified by a special activation at the stadium during Friday night's match [which will] transform the stadium into an immersive Pink Floyd-inspired experience". A short video has now been posted by Inter giving a taste of the pre-match celebration of Wish You Were Here, which is all rather impressive: Tue, 21 Apr 2026 09:52:27 +0100