Jenner and King believed Barrett was the creative genius of the band, and decided to represent him and end their relationship with Pink Floyd. Morrison sold his business to NEMS Enterprises , and O’Rourke became the band’s personal manager. Blackhill announced Barrett’s departure on 6 April 1968. After Barrett’s departure, the burden of lyrical composition and creative direction fell mostly on Waters. Initially, Gilmour mimed to Barrett’s voice on the group’s European TV appearances; however, while playing on the university circuit, they avoided Barrett songs in favour of Waters and Wright material such as ” It Would Be So Nice ” and ” Careful with That Axe, Eugene “. Mason said later that Gilmour brought greater structure to Pink Floyd’s music and that “we became far less difficult to enjoy”.
Barrett’s departure announced
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