Photo Credit: Storm Thorgerson, Sony Music Entertainment

In 1975, Pink Floyd released their pinnacle, certified gold record, Wish You Were Here. Five decades later, the spellbinding set is receiving special attention through the arrival of Shine On You Crazy Diamond (pts. 1-9, New Stereo Mix). Out now, the set presents all nine parts of “Shine On You Crazy Diamond” as a singular, extended listening experience that clocks in at 25 minutes and builds on the original atmospheric soundscape, presented today with a new music video featuring Syd Barrett tribute art by Noel Fielding. 

Backing the nine-part release is the storyline that informed the song’s creation, parsed for authenticity and presented as a culmination of moves that made for one of the most prized numbers in rock history. “Shine On You Crazy Diamond” serves as a tribute to the British band’s co-founder and childhood friend, Syd Barrett, at a time when his health was in limbo, and societal pressures over modern life, on the brink of societal collapse, bred frustration, guilt, and sadness.  

While working toward the original album, Barrett arrived at the famed Abbey Road Studios unannounced, just as the ensemble was beginning the final mixes of “Shine On You Crazy Diamond.” Recognized as a tribute track for their bandmate, Barrett’s influence is also being recognized by comedian, artist, and co-host of The Great British Bake Off, Fielding, who has created a unique series of original paintings to complement the arrival of You Crazy Diamond (pts. 1-9, New Stereo Mix).

The commissioned art presents Barrett’s iconic image coming together over time, as captured in the official music video for Pts. 1-9, displaying Fielding’s understanding of light and color and its ability to convey a feeling and the artist’s own response to the music. Commenting on his contributions, Fielding says, “I was pretty young when my affinity with Pink Floyd and Syd started. I remember going to the library and hiring the tape of The Piper at the Gates of Dawn when I was 12. And I just was like, ‘What’s this?’ It blew my mind. I couldn’t believe it.”

He continues, “When I started doing stand up it was all very whimsical. I was always trying to write like I was Syd Barrett. I liked his style, I liked his walk, I liked the way he talked. ‘Shine On You Crazy Diamond’ is such a beautiful tribute to him.

What’s amazing about Pink Floyd, especially with Wish You Were Here, is that the artwork was as good as the music. When you’re 12 and you’re seeing two guys shaking hands, one of them’s on fire, you’re thinking ‘what?!’ And the music goes exactly with that as well; it’s perfectly in sync with the visuals, with the weird surrealism. And that’s all very Syd Barrett. It could be the 70s, but it could be 2040. It’s the future and the past at the same time. It is a masterpiece, that album cover, and that album. It’s a masterpiece. And it’s based on Syd Barrett, who is a walking masterpiece.”

Wish You Were Here, the anniversary collection, is due on December 12 via Sony Music, in multiple formats, including 3LP, 2CD, Blu-ray, digital, and a Deluxe Box Set. Scroll down to a breakdown of the tracking list and formats. Pre-order here. 

DIGITAL

“DISC 1” – Original album

1. Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Pts. 1-5) 
2. Welcome to the Machine 
3. Have a Cigar 
4. Wish You Were Here 
5. Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Pts. 6-9)

“DISC 2” – Bonus tracks

1. Wine Glasses (2:13) 
2. Have a Cigar (Alternate Version) 
3. Wish You Were Here (featuring Stéphane Grappelli) 
4. Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Early Instrumental Version, Rough Mix) *
5. The Machine Song (Roger’s Demo) *
6. The Machine Song (Demo #2, Revisited) * 
7. Wish You Were Here (Take 1) *
8. Wish You Were Here (Pedal Steel Instrumental Mix) *
9. Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Pts. 1-9, New Stereo Mix) *

“DISC 3” – Live bootleg

1. Raving and Drooling (Live bootleg – Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
2. You’ve Got To Be Crazy (Live bootleg – Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
3. Shine On You Crazy Diamond (1-5) (Live bootleg – Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975 ) *
4. Have a Cigar (Live bootleg – Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
5. Shine on You Crazy Diamond (6-9) (Live bootleg – Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
6. Speak to Me (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
7. Breathe (In The Air) (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
8. On the Run (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
9. Time (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
10. The Great Gig in the Sky (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
11. Money (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
12. Us and Them (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
13. Any Colour You Like (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
14. Brain Damage (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
15. Eclipse (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
16. Echoes (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *

2CD

“DISC 1”

1. Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Pts. 1-5)   
2. Welcome to the Machine
3. Have a Cigar
4. Wish You Were Here
5. Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Pts. 6-9)
6. Wine Glasses 
7. Have a Cigar (Alternate Version) 
8. Wish You Were Here (featuring Stéphane Grappelli) 

“DISC 2”

1. Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Early Instrumental Version, Rough Mix) *
2. The Machine Song (Roger’s Demo) *
3. The Machine Song (Demo #2, Revisited) *
4. Wish You Were Here (Take 1) *
5. Wish You Were Here (Pedal Steel Instrumental Mix) *
6. Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Pts. 1-9, New Stereo Mix) *

3LP

Side A

1. Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Pts. 1-5)  
2. Welcome to the Machine

Side B

1. Have a Cigar
2. Wish You Were Here   
3. Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Pts. 6-9)

 Side C

1. Wine Glasses 
2. Have a Cigar (Alternate Version) 
3. Wish You Were Here (featuring Stéphane Grappelli) 

Side D

1. Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Early Instrumental Version, Rough Mix) *
2. The Machine Song (Roger’s Demo) *

Side E

1. The Machine Song (Demo #2, Revisited) *
2. Wish You Were Here (Take 1) *
3. Wish You Were Here (Pedal Steel Instrumental Mix) *

Side F

1. Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Pts. 1-9, New Stereo Mix) *

Blu-Ray

Wish You Were Here original 5-track album

• 2025 Dolby Atmos Mix
• 2011 5.1 Surround Mix
• 1975 Stereo Mix
• 1975 4.0 Quad Mix

Bonus Audio Material (stereo)

1. Wine Glasses
2. Have a Cigar (Alternate Version)  
3. Wish You Were Here (featuring Stéphane Grappelli) 
4. Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Early Instrumental Version, Rough Mix) *
5. The Machine Song (Roger’s Demo) *
6. The Machine Song (Demo #2, Revisited) *
7. Wish You Were Here (Take 1) *
8. Wish You Were Here (Pedal Steel Instrumental Mix) *
9. Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Pts. 1-9, New Stereo Mix) *

Live Bootleg (stereo)

1. Raving and Drooling (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
2. You’ve Got To Be Crazy (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
3. Shine On You Crazy Diamond (1-5) (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
4. Have a Cigar (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
5. Shine on You Crazy Diamond (6-9) (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
6. Speak to Me (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
7. Breathe (In The Air) (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
8. On the Run (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
9. Time (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
10. The Great Gig in the Sky (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
11. Money (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
12. Us and Them (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
13. Any Colour You Like (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
14. Brain Damage (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
15. Eclipse (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *
16. Echoes (Live from the Los Angeles Sports Arena, 1975) *

Videos (concert Screen Films)

• Shine On You Crazy Diamond (Part I)

• Shine On You Crazy Diamond

• Welcome To The Machine

• Storm Thorgerson Short Film, 2000

Produced & Directed by Storm Thorgerson

DELUXE BOX SET

Including all 2CD, 3LP (on exclusive clear vinyl) and Blu-Ray formats listed below, plus:

A fourth clear vinyl LP titled: “LP4” – Live At Wembley 1974

Side G

1. Shine On You Crazy Diamond

Side H

1. You’ve Got To Be Crazy

Japanese Replica 7” Single:

Have A Cigar (edit) b/w Welcome To The Machine
* never before officially released