A Saucerful of Secrets (song)

"A Saucerful of Secrets" is a multi-part instrumental song by the art rock band Pink Floyd from an album of the same name, released in 1968. The track lasts 11:52 and was composed by band members Roger Waters, Rick Wright, Nick Mason, and David Gilmour. It is very much an experimental, avant-garde piece featuring howling feedback, menacing percussion, and eerie wordless vocals.

Related Topics:
Art rock - Pink Floyd - Album of the same name - 1968 - Roger Waters - Rick Wright - Nick Mason - David Gilmour - Avant-garde

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The song comprises the following parts:

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• "Something Else" (slow bass guitar fade-in and echoing organ)
• "Syncopated Pandemonium" (drum tape loop, furious cymbals, screeching guitar)
• "Storm Signal" (chimes and organ)
• "Celestial Voices" (bass, organ, and wordless chorus)

"A Saucerful of Secrets" became a Pink Floyd live staple from 1968 until 1972. A live version of the track is available on Pink Floyd's 1969 double album Ummagumma.

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