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Pink Floyd released the song Shine On You Crazy Diamond (part One).

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Pink Floyd - Short Biography

- Pink Floyd is an English rock band from London that was formed in 1965
- The band became well-known for their psychedelic sound and extended compositions
- Pink Floyd is also known for their live shows which were known to be quite elaborate
- The band is cited by some as the greatest progressive rock band of all time

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The first part was recorded in one day without any overdubs, while the second part required two days of work with various overdubs.
The song is in the key of B major and is composed of two parts, each lasting about thirteen minutes. The first part is slow and contemplative, with an ethereal quality. It features a solo on Gilmour's electric Fender Stratocaster guitar and a distinctive, screeching guitar sound produced with a wah-wah pedal. The second part is more rhythmic and has a heavier rock sound. It features a solo on Wright's Hammond organ.

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