Astronomy Domine
Original song written and composed by Syd Barrett / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
"Astronomy Domine" (alternative "Astronomy Dominé"[lower-alpha 1]) is a song by the English rock band Pink Floyd.[7][8] The song, written and composed by the original vocalist/guitarist Syd Barrett, is the opening track on their debut album, The Piper at the Gates of Dawn (1967).[7] The lead vocal was sung by Barrett and the keyboard player Richard Wright.[7] Its working title was "Astronomy Dominé (An Astral Chant)". Domine (vocative of Dominus, Latin for "Oh Lord") is a word frequently used in Gregorian chants.
Quick Facts Song by Pink Floyd, from the album The Piper at the Gates of Dawn ...
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Song by Pink Floyd | |
from the album The Piper at the Gates of Dawn | |
Released | 5 August 1967 |
Recorded | 11–13 April 1967 |
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Songwriter(s) | Syd Barrett |
Producer(s) | Norman Smith |
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