> Michael Bennett wrote:
> 
> I'm curious how many folks here have listened to
> Barrett's solo work.  In particular, Auditeers who are
> fans of Robyn Hitchcock.  I acquired a Barrett comp
> that came out 10 years ago or so, after years of
> listening to Hitchcock.  I was aware of the
> comparisons of Robyn to Syd, but listening to
> Barrett's stuff, I began to think that Hitchcock
> probably should have given Syd some of his royalties,
> particularly for his early work.
> 
> So, if you are a Hitchcock fan who hasn't heard
> Barrett's music, I would strongly recommend it.

I've long loved his two solo albums, the second one, Barrett, in particular. There's a sadness, innocence, and wonder that can't be faked. Meanwhile, I've never been able to warm up to Robyn Hitchcock. There's a sadness, innocence, and wonder I sense he'd like to get at yet is rarely able to fully scratch.

Jim
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