A Saucerful of Secrets

by Pink Floyd

A Saucerful of Secrets cover art

'A Saucerful of Secrets' is a transitional work capturing the shift from the Syd Barrett-led era to the David Gilmour lineup. The album's psychedelic rock sound juxtaposes Barrett's final, erratic contributions like 'Jugband Blues' with the emerging space-rock and extended instrumental forms pioneered by the remaining members, notably on the title track. This pivotal 1968 release bridges the band's whimsical pop origins and their future progressive ambitions, and is the only studio album to feature all five members.

Genres

  • Experimental Rock
  • Progressive Rock
  • Psychedelic Rock

Tracklist

  1. Let There Be More Light
  2. Remember a Day
  3. Set the Controls for the Heart of the Sun
  4. Corporal Clegg
  5. A Saucerful of Secrets
  6. See-Saw
  7. Jugband Blues