Fingal's Cave - A Podcast for all dedicated Pink Floyd Fans

Ep.23 - Syd Barrett drummer Jerry Shirley in conversation with Phil Salathé

Fingal's Cave - A Podcast for all dedicated Pink Floyd Fans

Show Notes

If you were to make a list of the musicians who made some of the most beloved recordings in rock music, the name Jerry Shirley will come up over and over again. In addition to his role as drummer in Humble Pie, he has worked closely with luminaries like B.B. King, John Entwistle, and of course, Syd Barrett. In this episode, he sits down with Phil Salathé to discuss his long and storied career, and to share stories from his work with Syd in the studio and live. We also investigate a few mysteries in the process, including an enigmatic Syd outtake that's stymied researchers for decades. You won't want to miss it!

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