Friday, November 1, 2013

King Crimson In The Court Of The Crimson King Box Set

In the Court of the Crimson King: An Observation by King Crimson
released October 10, 1969

King Crimson:
Robert Fripp - Guitar
Michael Giles - Drums, Percussion, Backing Vocals
Greg Lake - Bass, Lead Vocals
Ian McDonald - Flute, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Saxophone, Vibraphone, Keyboards, Backing Vocals
Peter Sinfield - Lyrics, Illumination

Songs:
21st Century Schizoid Man (including Mirrors)
I Talk to the Wind
Epitaph
Moonchild
The Court of the Crimson King

Bonus song on the box set released October 9, 2009:
2009 Stereo Remix by Steven Wilson and Robert Fripp
Moonchild (Remix Edit)
I Talk to the Wind (Duo Version)
I Talk to the Wind (Alternate Mix)
Epitaph (Backing Track)
Wind Session
21st Century Schizoid Man (Instrumental)
I Talk to the Wind (BBC Session)
21st Century Schizoid Man (BBC Session)
The Court of the Crimson King Parts 1 & 2 (Mono Single Version)
Alternate versions of the album using alternate takes, de-clicked original vinyl release, U.S. Promo and D.J copies.
The band's concert at Hyde Park, London July 5, 1969 opening for the Rolling Stones.
A DVD in 24 bit featuring the original release and bonus songs. 

This is one of the best debut albums any band or performer has ever released. There's not a bad song among the collection. From the rocking and relevant 21st Century Schizoid Man to mellow songs like I Talk To The Wind and Moonchild. The mournful Epitaph and the commanding The Court Of The Crimson King. This is such a moving album which bring up so many moods. While some groups paint pictures of places with music, King Crimson takes you there. This album is something that belongs in EVERYONE'S collection. This IS a must have. The sound has never been better thanks to the new remasters from the original tapes.

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