Pink Floyd Fact #2:
In the album of Wish You Were Here, there is a song called Shine On You Crazy Diamond. Syd Barrett is this "Crazy Diamond".

Pink Floyd Fact #3:
Ummagumma is slang for the word sex.

Pink Floyd Fact #4:
David Gilmour sometimes refers to Comfortably Numb as Come On Big Bum.

Pink Floyd Fact #5:
Syd Barrett changed the title of Pink Floyd's second single, Games For May to See Emily Play.

Pink Floyd Fact #6:
That monotone voice that is played in the begining of Keep Talking is the voice of the famous Physicist, Stephen Hawking.

Pink Floyd Fact #7:
The nuclear holocaust is signified as the second sun in the song, Two Suns In The Sunset.

Pink Floyd Fact #8:
On the cover of Atom Heart Mother, the cow's name is Lulubelle III.

Pink Floyd Fact #9:
The mask on the old Relics album is really Nick Mason's face.

Pink Floyd Fact #10:
The Division Bell is the only Pink Floyd album that reached number 1 on the charts in both the United Kingdom and the United States.

Pink Floyd Fact #11:
In the song Pigs, (Three Different Ones) Roger Waters is talking about Mary Whitehouse an old lady from the 70's in Britian who had a smut free talk TV, a media free sex, violence, and bad language. Roger thought she was pretty much a whore.

Pink Floyd Fact #12:
Another one is in the song One Of These Days, Roger wanted to say "One Of These Days I'm Going To Cut Young Into Little Pieces." Young is a radio host for a British radio station. The song is almost a complete duplicate to the begining credits to the classic black and white Dr.Who.

Pink Floyd Fact #13:
The song Interstellar Overdrive and See Emily Play, was played by Pink Floyd for Prince Charles's 17th birthday.

Pink Floyd Fact #14:
The Dark Side Of The Moon had sold the most copies of any album up to date in the world and is still increasing. It was on the US chart for over 750 weeks. Estimated 1 in every 12 people in the world own a copy.

Pink Floyd Fact #15:
In the song Brain Damage, when Floyd sings: And if the Band your in starts playing different tunes... Well Syd was doing that after the Piper sessions. Pink Floyd will be playing what there supposed to, and Syd is playing his own thing, and kicking an AMP.

Pink Floyd Fact #16:
The album Animals is based on George Orwell's famous fairy tale Animal Farm.

Pink Floyd Fact #17:
At the begining of the album The Wall, you here someone say "We Came In" and at the end of the album you here someone say "Isn't This Where" so everytime you listen to it you build and tear down a new Wall. Roy Harper is also the influence on Roger to write the song One Of My Turns because he smashed his trailer in front of Pink Floyd. Also, Bob Geldof wasn't supposed to cut his nipple or cut his hand on the window, he came up with that on his own.

Pink Floyd Fact #18:
Pink Floyd wrote the song Alan's Pyschedelic Breakfast for their cook, who cooks for them on the road, Alan. And because Syd Barrett would take a break during a song and start to cook eggs and bacon on the stage from his LSD days.

Pink Floyd Fact #19:
Careful With That Axe Eugen was origanly called Keep Smiling People.

Pink Floyd Fact #20:
Syd Wrote Astronomy Domine because on his first acid trip, he was so messed up that he carried around a Space Book when someone said that he was Lost in Space. Then grabbed fruit and named them after planets, until someone ate his plum (Venus) and his universe callapsed.

When The Division Bell was released, an anonymous user started posting messages to the Usenet under the name Publius. He claims to be a messenger sent to guide Pink Floyd fans through an Enigma burried deep within the lyrics, pictures and music of the Division Bell album. He also promises a great reward to those who figure it out. David Gilmour denied any existance of any enigma.

Here are all of Publius' original postings.

You have heard the message Pink Floyd has delivered, but have you listened? Perhaps I can be your guide, but I will not solve the enigma for you. All of you must open your minds and communicate with each other, as this is the only way the answers can be revealed. I may help you, but only if obstacles arise. Listen. Read. Think. Communicate. If I don't promise you the answers would you go.

- Publius

So it seems that some of you have speculated with the past and found nothing. Fair enough. But, is it impossible to believe things have changed? You're all so concerned with my identity - but you're just shooting the messenger. The message itself is what's important, and not who delivers it. Some of you may be beginning to understand. Remember: If I don't promise you the answers would you go. Do you think that I know something you don't know?

- Publius

Some of you are asking thoughtful questions (a tip of the hat to Geoff Lee and Duncan Anker, among others, who have contacted me directly). Now, let me provide a few answers that will perhaps inspire more of you. First of all, as you read further, you will better understand why my identity cannot be revealed. Let it be said again that I am a messenger, simple as that. I cannot tell you who has sent me, but I can say that I was directed to you because you're a strong collective body of Pink Floyd fans and experts. Those of your newsgroup who have chosen to "flame" my postings because I won't divulge my identity are clearly choosing to focus on the messenger and not what has been disclosed in the messages. This is unfortunate. I would like to think that for all your time spent listening, discussing and thinking about Pink Floyd, you would be drawn to something unique and and potentially extraordinary. More importantly, to those of you who have been following my earlier messages, do not be intimidated by the jeers of the others. Have faith and be assured that what I am about to explain is very real. AS SOME OF YOU HAVE SUSPECTED, "The Division Bell" is not like its predecessors. Although all great music is subject to multiple interpretations, in this case there is a central purpose and a designed solution. For the ingenious person (or group of persons) who recognizes this - and where this information points to - a unique prize has been secreted. How and Where? The Division Bell - Listen again, Look again. As your thoughts will steer you Leading the blind while I stared out the steel in your eyes. Lyrics, artwork and music will take you there. FOR SEVERAL MONTHS, I have watched and found that you have speculated on one level of meanings. However, no one among you has yet discovered the beginnings of what has always been there and the unusual challenge that has been included. So now I have been given a task - as your "guide" - to begin pointing you in the right direction. LET ME BE CLEAR: For those of you willing to think through this perplexing and intricate problem, a singular prize awaits. But, the challenge is accompanied by a particularly complex solution. For those of you who choose to ignore or even ridicule this posting, it is your loss. It will be your own skepticism that precludes you from participating. If you choose to discuss your progress openly on this forum, I will be able to help steer you from time to time. CAREFULLY REVIEW my previous messages and this very posting for additional help and a place to begin. Best of luck.

- Publius

While I am encouraged by the positive response to my last post, I understand that many of you still doubt my authenticity. It is for those of you who now believe, as well as for those of you who still may doubt, that I have arranged for an extremely visible and conclusive demonstration of my truthfulness. To validate the trust of those who believe, as well as to reconcile the doubt of others, I have gone to great lengths to plan the following display of communication: Monday, July 18, East Rutherford, New Jersey, Approximately 10:30pm. Flashing white lights. There is an enigma. Trust.

-Publius

Congratulations to all those who have newly begun the search. Many of you correctly identified my signal last Monday (7/18). As promised, this gesture should serve as visible proof of my truthfulness and of the enigma's existence. Contrary to recent postings, this beacon has never appeared previously. If necessary, check your available resources to verify this fact. For those of you who still number among the non-believers, I have provided verification of my credentials and I am finished attempting to appease you. Originally, the newsgroup requested evidence of my legitimacy and, in fairness to what I was asking of you, I complied. I believe I have been generous in what I've offered. I have extended you all an invitation into something exclusive and unique - a token of appreciation for your continued Pink Floyd interest. However, some of you still distrust the proof that has been clearly shown to you. An integral part of solving this enigma is a willingness to imagine and speculate creatively. While some of you still seem resistant to engage in such endeavors, I have no further inclination to try and prove a claim you will simply never choose to accept - regardless of what efforts I undertake to convince you otherwise. I am not willing to engage in a futile battle with skeptics. You will either have to contend with what proof has been supplied or return to your regular newsgroup dialogue and discuss whatever matters you feel secure are within your complete sphere of understanding. Sadly, there will be no part in the enigma for you. Stand aside, and let those who have demonstrated the incentive to embrace this challenge with an eager and open mind pass by unencumbered by your flames and arrows. BEST OF LUCK to all who have begun researching the available clues! I promise that you have embarked on what will ultimately be an enriching and fascinating journey. Judging from recent postings, many of you are asking intelligent questions and raising provocative issues. Progress is being made. Do not be frustrated in your initial attempts. Recall my earlier caution that the solution to this enigma will not be discovered easily. It was designed to be unlocked only with time and healthy perseverance. Your newfound persistence has paid off and, in turn, let me provide a few more hints to orient your research. Though the newsgroup discourse is generally moving in a positive direction, examine in particular the posts of Matt Denault, mcginni, John Take and Evan Coyne Maloney for helpful clues. Well done people! I will also provide some new data to work with: My friends

* A recipe for a solution

Review the Division Bell material. Orient yourselves a first time, then open your minds again a second time to truly move ahead. Notice everything that has been presented since all the necessary evidence has been supplied. Direct yourselves with communication: and two more - Leading the blind while I stared out the steel in your eyes(this clue has already been posted, but has not yet been thoroughly addressed). A question: what exactly is a division bell and where could this lead your thoughts?

-Publius

Please note that my communication with you will now become less frequent. Recall what has been previously explained: "I may help you, but only if obstacles arise." I was not sent to directly supervise, nor to instruct or acknowledge your progress on a regular basis. I was only dispatched to begin guiding you in the right direction. Clearly, many of you have followed my lead and now the onus is on you to make further inroads into solving this enigma. Be prepared to travel! Your effort - albeit demanding - will be rewarded with a treasure waiting to be unearthed. Make no mistake; this prize is real and certainly very tangible. Organize yourselves formally, plan a true method of investigation, choose your leaders. Rest assured that I am always watching and will certainly return to aid in the event of any serious deadlock. However, this challenge was intended to be met by you - the Pink Floyd experts. My role is clearly secondary. Lastly, for those of you who are still concerned with unveiling my identity, I have repeatedly stated that this matter is not at issue. "It is the message that is important, and not who delivers it." Although this notion seems to cause you endless irritation, my anonymity is my right (as it would be yours). I have always understood that the Internet was founded on the precepts of respecting other community members. I would only hope that those nay-sayers respect the rights of the voluntary enigma participants and my continued right to privacy as well. You may not agree with what I have to say, but I still have a right to say it without hindrance. Best wishes to all in your search!

-Publius

Yes, I've been watching your progress and am duly impressed with the recent discourse. Many of you have taken my words to heart and identified significant associations between the clues. Organized communication is the key. Your persistence and thoughtful analysis is leading you down the road to a solution. Do not be discouraged; you are on your way! Special cheers to 'The Publius Concern' - I'm flattered - and other formal committees who have formed to investigate the enigma. Now, let me impart a word of advice: while each DB component requires its own individual degree of interpretation, carefully take note of those subtle, connecting relationships between seemingly disassociated clues. I emphasize this an essential step in the right direction. Ask yourselves: how do these separate clues that you have been researching and evaluating now find renewed meaning within an overall, more unified theme? As an example, what does the following lyric suggest and how does this relate to your earlier findings: On the day the wall came down The Ship of Fools had finally run aground Promises lit up the night like paper doves in flight. Lastly, let me leave you with a final question: Why would the Newspaper be crumpled? Continued luck to all in your search!

-Publius

My friends, For all of you who are working diligently, let me once again applaud your persistence and point out another area of interest: Now frontiers shift like desert sands While nations wash their bloodied hands It is my impression that searching together and exchanging information openly has enhanced your progress. Good work! Continue as such and you will unearth your treasure soon enough. And, best of all, another unusual and conclusive signal is being prepared to validate your trust! Have patience. It will be upon you shortly...

-Publius

My friends, Cheers again, your newsgroup has certainly succeeded in elevating the "debate" to a new level of understanding. As promised, new evidence to validate your trust will be emerging shortly! Be careful to watch this space for details. Now, perhaps another clue will help prior to the arrival of this forthcoming signal: Because there'll be no safety in numbers When the Right One walks out of the door. Your interpretations are very astute, but it's time to more explicitly review where this information could lead you. A long road lies ahead; begin to chart its course...There is much more to this enigma than just a castle and field in England!

-Publius

My friends, The signal has been delivered. Over the past few days, many of you have already observed it. A great many more will see it on November 1st. You need only look at the Circle in The Wall - the Enigma has been announced worldwide. It's my understanding that there may even be more clues to find...

-Publius

My friends, As you know, I've been monitoring the latest discourse - remarkable indeed! Your newsgroup's resourcefulness - and knowlEdge of subjects (from physics to geography) is quite reassuring. Be sure, this caliber of analysis is the means to the enigma solution and the way to track a Path to the Plunder! For all this hard work, none discouraged Among you, I hope! By this time, most of you have seen the recent Pink Floyd communiques as further prOof of the enigma's authenticity. However, I wonder if there aren't more Signals that have yeT to be discovered... And, I also wonder if the essence of my eaRlier statement "there is much more to this enigma than just a castle and field in England" has truly been noted...Lastly, let me point out another Area of verbiage I've found quite revealing: Now life devalues day be day As friends and neighbors turn away. Continued Luck in your pursuit!

-Publius

Greetings to everyone. I see that your work is progressing nicely. Some of you have noticed clues in the mini-disc release of "A Momentary Lapse of Reason." The appearance of the words "publius" and "enigma" were included to give you further proof of my legitimacy. It is time to give you another clue from "The Division Bell." Some of you have been searching the booklet through different means, such as holding pages up to a light to see what bleeds through from the other side. Turn your attention away from these methods and refocus on the words and the music. See what you have not seen. Finally, a clue in the lyrics: Why did we tell you then You were alwayS the golden boY And that you'D never lose the light in your eyes. You are getting closer to the solution. Keep up your efforts, and rest assured that the enigma will be revealed.

-Publius

My friends, Ah, long time no speak - but for good reason! Much work is taking place on this end; plenty of clues and evidence still to find. Yet, much discourse has occurred in my absence and many new "investigators" have joined in communicating regarding the Enigma. Bravo, I couldn't applaud your tenacity further - except with a new morsel to digest and examine! But, "Is it a reference to failed negotiations?" So I open my door to my enemies And I ask could we wipe the slate clean But they tell me to please go f--- myself You know you just can't win. And, then there's the matter of those three dots - right between THE DIVISION BELL and Cluster One. For those of you who are despaired in your search, I ask: How will you despair with a singular bounty still waiting to unearthed? Come now...

-Publius

My friends, With months to stand back and observe your progress, I must congratulate you on your persistence. My planned and prolonged absence from the newsgroup has inspired the formation of vast groups of people all over the world to work closely and in concert with each other. Plus, the lack of regular clues has encouraged not only a thorough reconsideration of the existing pool of evidence, but also a vigorously renewed search through the music, lyrics and artwork to discover even more information. You are all owed a sincere round of applause! But now, as we move forward, a most exciting turn of events is about to take place. Thousands have already joined the search and a great deal more will soon follow. And, while the ultimate prize still lies waiting to be unearthed, let me help by pointing out that there is another physical location that must be visited before final progress can be made. As I've been monitoring your discussions, I feel this should now be made clear in order for you to properly proceed. As a reward for your diligence, I can help lead you to this landmark through a small series of new clues. But, make no mistake, this new information must be considered in relation to all previous clues that have either been discovered by you or provided by me. The first clue: There is great significance in the page numbers. While some of you might think this statement vague, trust me. It is not. While I have been gone awhile, trust that I will return shortly with the second clue. You are all closer than you think.

-Publius

In April 2005, Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason stated that the Publius Enigma did exist, and that it had been instigated by the record company, rather than the band:

"That was a ploy done by EMI. They had a man working for them who adored puzzles. ... He was working for EMI and suggested that a puzzle be created that could be followed on the Web. The prize was never given out. To this day it remains unsolved."