"The Court of the Crimson King" - King Crimson -- First time reaction!

[@BritIronRebel]

It was 1969...I bought tickets for a concert. The "warm up band" was King Crimson. I'd never heard of them before. Yet, I cant even tell you today what the top billed band was that I had paid to see! Crimson blew me away! Edit: Greg Lake had the most amazing vocals throughout his career.

[@MrHobo71]

You also saw the Rolling Stones, maybe.

[@BritIronRebel]

@@MrHobo71 No, I've never seen The Stones live. It may have been Black Sabbath or Jethro Tull, I've scoured my brain trying to remember, but just can't.

[@MrHobo71]

@@BritIronRebel They opened for the stones in 69, though they probably opened up for many bands that year. I think the opening for the stones at hyde park was their first concert.

[@BritIronRebel]

@@MrHobo71 Wasn't Blind Faith also at that same Hyde Park concert?

[@GreyDabbler]

WOW! I am so jealous. What a fantastic experience. Very happy for you.

[@richardcork6918]

This was their debut album. It came out in 1969 and went straight to number 1 in the UK charts. It was what many of us kids had been waiting for without realising it.

[@roy19491]

still have this on the original vinyl, and CD

[@joeking5310]

Only made it to number 5. Not that that matters!

[@LarryNeie-lj7zc]

I also have it on the original vinyl. Also folks that like this should definitely listen to Macdonald and Giles first album. Two of the King Crimson founding members out on their own spaced out musical adventures.

[@Kitaez77476]

I am of 1975. Found these guys in early 90ths. Till today, merely, they are one of my top bands, competing with Tom Waits and some Russians. Pink Floyd, Abba or any others are great. But these are just from other world, more advanced civilization, maybe. Still, not as inkborn as Frank Zappa. KC might be compared to another Frank, Sinatra. Who managed to talk in tones istead of singing... But they are just doing music live. They play what they composed and rehearsed, but they do it the living itself. Like mouther could tell much more than her child, who also can talk, but has not that much to tell us, as his mother could tell him or us about him. Its almost personal.

[@sst3d]

Yeah this was epic, and just music when I was coming up….the entire era was the best time for music….

[@mickcurrie6113]

Greg Lakes vocals are hauntingly mesmerizing. Easy to see why he became a rockstar with ELP.

[@jonathanroberts8981]

A lot of progressive rock singers have, shall we say, unusual voices. Among the crowd Lake probably had the most conventionally “good” voice - could imagine him singing most any style.

[@СерафимТоманов]

@@jonathanroberts8981 Well, i could say that about Jon Anderson as well.

[@simonjones8111]

Released October 10th 1969, my 15th birthday. Drummer Michael Giles, vocals and bass Greg Lake, guitar Robert Fripp plus others, lyrics Pete Sinfield. A true timeless classic.

[@richardwilton722]

Ian McDonald on woodwind and mellotron ( and he wrote this music)

[@atleast400demogorgons3]

King Crimson are in a league of their own. Their discography is incredibly diverse and much more consistent in quality than most of the great prog bands from the 70s. I'd argue they don't have a single bad release, though I know many would disagree with me. It's not evident in this track, but they were particularly influential in progressive metal. Much of their material focuses a lot more on rhythmic complexity than other 70s prog bands, more in line with modern prog metal - and they could get very dark and heavy at times. Definitely check out something from albums like Larks' Tongues in Aspic or Red.

[@L33Reacts]

I can hear the prog in this for sure! I will be doing “red” next by them. Apparently that is a little heavier. Thanks for watching 🙏 I really dug this.

[@NewBritainStation]

@@L33ReactsYes, Red is a classic, with Bill Bruford on drums (instead of Michael Giles here). The studio stuff is great, but they really were best live. One of the big things about Crimson is how much improvisation plays a part. Not just improvising a solo, but full band improvs. The ‘73-4 era was a peak in this regard, Red being the album that closed that era. Asbury Park is a great example, recorded at the tail end of their last tour of the ‘70s, only three more shows to follow before recording the album Red. It is entirely improvised. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gYLUq6OXiaycpJo

[@fractuss]

Yep, they released no bad records.

[@tomlyons2633]

Must hear "Epitaph" from this same album.

[@jamesmcmanus8787]

The drummer was Michael Giles. He only did 2 albums with KC because he apparently hated touring but his drumming is brilliant.

[@Soundbrigade]

Unless you don’t know, Giles and McDonald released a self-titled album that was SO good. One side was rather jazzy, with some re-makes of some KC’s songs and B-side is a 20 minute long song about a guy who builds a flying machine. The ending is one of the best ever ever ever …

[@robertjewell9727]

This piece has a rolling credits quality because it is the last song on the album and musically does sum up themes as if a dream tale has been told.

[@L33Reacts]

I could feel that as I listened. It definitely had a dream like feel too it. I almost was in a daze it felt like. But I loved it! I am definitely going to listen to more by them.

[@rafanj824]

This song DESERVES more reactions/ listenings. An outstanding masterpiece. The drumming, oh God, Michael Giles' playing is unbelievable. An encyclopedia of incredible fills.

[@Manni59]

All the music from the mid 60´s to the early 70´s is pioneer music. NO band and NO music that were created later would be imaginable if this period of music had not existed. By far the most exciting time in modern music.

[@L33Reacts]

You are absolutely correct. If it wasn’t for this…. Explosion of creativity and freedom…. We wouldn’t have what we have now

[@vicprovost2561]

Totally agree, and so lucky to have been a kid into a young man, class of 1973. Started High School with Led Zeppelin bursting forth and left as a senior to Dark Side of the Moon! You can't do much better than that.

[@mr.skinsspirit]

King Crimson always reminds me of the Moody Blues,

[@ronniefarnsworth6465]

The Keyboard of Prog, The Glorious "Mellotron" !!!! 🎶🎹🎼

[@Saffy-yr8vo]

We’re all depending on you young guys to keep ‘prog’ bands alive. I saw them live as a teen and they did change us, opened our minds to classical and jazz etc. King Crimson. ELP mainly. Camel too. Pse don’t let them fade away. They are all incredible musicians and in those days the tech was limited so they HAD to be good. No back lines etc. thanks and keep it up!

[@L33Reacts]

I am trying my friend. I don't want to be dour, but unless something seriously changes soon, not only will we lose the flame but it will be misrepresented and misconstrued and just sapped of all creative life for profit and nostalgia. Our entire fabric of society and culture has been at a Tipping point for at least a decade now. All that needs to happen is a push. It could go either way but I don't have much hope. Corporations and individuals have been allowed to run amuck with no accountability or soul. Sorry This got out of hand lol

[@quentinmichel7581]

I bought this album from a Record Club of America catalog. Based on the cover alone. It cracked my young skull open and helped me see many were the Ways of Music.. I then stuck with them through the second album becoming more & more enamored with the crazy bass playing and the wonderful vocals of Greg Lake so then in 1970 when Greg announced that he was leaving to form a new band with The Nice's Keith Emerson, and former Crazy World of Arthur Brown and Atomic Rooster drummer Cart Palmer and that the band primary layout was unconventional....keys, bass, drums. I was in. And since 1970 never regretted the move. ELP became the Band of my Life.

[@michelcamino6290]

KC did open for Rolling Stones in '69. They hadn't even recorded their first album yet.

[@tomfabozzi5353]

Allegedly, the Stones watched them from the side of the stage. It was Mick Taylor’s 1st gig after Brian Jones’ death, I think? And Richards (allegedly, and probably apocryphally) turned to Jagger and asked “How the fuck do we follow that?”

[@neonpark1874]

As others have mentioned, King Crimson has a multitude of styles as they evolved over time. Before you leave this album, be sure to listen to 21st Century Schizoid Man (you should really just listen to the whole album). Every one of their albums have great material. Some of it will just blow you away. They completely changed their style (after they took a bit of a hiatus) when they re-emerged in 1981 with their Discipline album. Someone already suggested Indiscipline from that album. I'd also suggest Elephant Talk, Frame By Frame, and Thela Hun Ginjeet from that album. I was fortunate to see them during the tour for this album. It was superb. I also got to see them during what supposedly was their final tour (in 2021 or possibly early 2022). They had three drummers on stage for that tour (one of them was Gavin Harrison who you might recall from Porcupine Tree). Another phenomenal concert. Once you start down this rabbit hole, you'll be hooked.

[@L33Reacts]

Thanks neon! I will definitely be checking out more. I really enjoyed this and heard the potential for absolute greatness. That’s so cool Gavin was a drummer for them for that. I love hearing about connections in the prog world lol

[@jonathanroberts8981]

Saw them in NYC when Discipline came out. Excellent performance. So good even Fripp liked it.

[@frederickpando9444]

No! KING CRIMSON does not have a mulitude of styles as they evolved over time. Everything after this isnot King Crimson, it is Robert Fripp and his projects. Don't mistake this band with Fripp's evolvement!

[@PittDaddy]

I spent many a night listening to this album back in the 70s. I'm so glad to see young guys like you appreciating this.

[@bradleypaulus2926]

Man this still sounds excellent after all these decades. It's like a heavy trip.

[@L33Reacts]

This shit is so damn good. I love them lol

[@andyshan]

A great debut from the pioneers of art rock, as it was known at the time. The most astonishing track on the album is probably 21st Century Schizoid Man, the opening track on this album and a piece of music which is still referenced and sampled in today's popular culture, Highly recommended.

[@L33Reacts]

I will definitely check it out thank you for the suggestion my friend 🙏🙏

[@moefeaux1442]

The Moody Blues "Days Of Future Passed" came out in 1967 and in some circles are actually considered the pioneers (godfathers) of prog rock. Give "Nights in White Satin" a listen although the whole album is one that is meant to be listened to from start to finish.

[@thomasmacdiarmid8251]

And it absolutely should be the album version with the poem Late Lament for a first listen.

[@cybore213]

Their debut album was a game changer for sure. I don't know if you can call them Rockstars, it sure didn't sound like any other rock band at the time. I still have my vinyl copy I bought in 1973.

[@L33Reacts]

That’s crazy! I can’t hold on to anything for more then a week 😂😂😂

[@elunedlaine8661]

Me too

[@rrock2025]

Your comment is a game changer

[@benjaminwellington8297]

Not many reactions to the studio version of this song. You're a rock star for reacting to it.

[@L33Reacts]

Thanks bro! It was Awesome. I'm so glad I found them 🙏

[@jonathanroberts8981]

Jimi Hendrix said this lineup was the best band in the world.

[@edwardthorne9875]

If you like heavy metal, then RED is the next King Crimson you should try. So many bands were influenced by this band. Robert Fripp, now in his 80's, was very active until just a year or two ago. He was the original tortured artist, but has found a more whimsical side in his later years.

[@brettmarlar4154]

I would've said Larks Tongues in Aspic part II. But Red is also fantastic.

[@gregjones861]

Oh man, this band just keeps changing and growing. Always doing something new. Anything from the Red album, Indiscipline or Frame By Frame from the album Discipline, The Great Deceiver, Lament, The Night Watch or any other track from the Starless And Bible Black Album, the list just goes on and on.

[@dagnabbit6187]

Yes even Stephen King took from this . Anyway Guitarist Robert Fripp was in demand . He created something called Frippertonics which can be heard in David Bowie’s Heroes . Robert Fripp is such a genius he came up with a new standard tuning for guitar .

[@frederickpando9444]

Released in October 1969. The drummer is Michael Giles. Incredible drummer!

[@leodalkey651]

This songs drums are fantastic and the mellotron clean sound. Incredible. 7:00 is such a great shift.

[@garyarnett1220]

One small complaint....music needs more volume. This song totally needs to be heard loud. The singer Greg Lake, kinda became a Rockstar with ELP.

[@paulr1193]

I concur! More volume!!

[@robrob7400]

On vinyl - all the records from these years were meant to be listened that way

[@silvertube52]

Yes, Genesis took a lot of inspiration from King Crimson. They bought one of KC's Mellotrons, before they became rock stars. If you like this, you'll be blown away by 21st Century Schizoid Man, that song and this one really defined the genre of prog. Those odd sounds at the end were not on the vinyl record.

[@L33Reacts]

I am going to do starless today and then for the next KC video I will do that one :) a lot of people have mentioned it so far

[@lindaulloa4786]

Love Greg Lake's voice!

[@davidbutterworth877]

Greg was totally great ❤

[@brianalpert2383]

The drummer was Michael Giles, and he was brilliant here. You should also listen to 20th Century Schitziod Man on this same album.

[@Micropterus06]

I heard the Earthbound version the other day and it it was off the hook

[@NelsonMontana1234]

Michael Giles on drums. A total original, and yes ,I do believe Bill Bruford got some of his style from him.

[@alexhicks5889]

Bruford would never admit that, never mentions Giles once in his book, but yeah.

[@isadona59]

This is a Historic album. One of the best albums all of times. Few people react to King Crimson. There are no words to describe this album, to me.

[@dh3279]

One of the 5 greatest albums of all time!

[@chrishopkins4962]

Jimi Hendrix was quoted as saying "This i the greatest band I've ever seen" after seeing them in concert.

[@x00p3]

The Who's Pete Townshend described KC's album as 'an uncanny masterpiece',

[@joedouglas9217]

Both Genesis and Yes saw Crimson, and both of their reactions were, like, we need to practice more!

[@ge0rgeharris218]

What once was, will never be again!

[@nealamesbury7953]

Ain't that the truth. 😢

[@konteros9850]

Amazing reaction bro! This is one side of king crimson, but I invite you to check out their heavier prog side (that in my opinion heavily influenced prog metal) My recommendation is a song from their album "red", from 1974! Maybe the title track is a good pick to show off their different side

[@L33Reacts]

Thanks bro! I’m glad you enjoyed it. I really like this. I will do “red” for y’all next week 😊🤘

[@progperljungman8218]

So true! They were a great inspiration to prog metal - through their later career as wellm

[@poutine57]

memories from my teenage years. peace and love from Canada.

[@L33Reacts]

I bet they were good years if you had this as your soundtrack :)

[@poutine57]

@@L33Reacts yes, the music was amazing. the times were amazing, peace, love, flowers. cheers

[@TheMarlinspike]

Absolutely influential rockstars!

[@fannietheflaky]

Ugh this one is so visceral for me. One of the few albums my mom owned and this is one of the main tracks of my childhood. I spent hours and hours staring at that album cover artwork and letting the music carry me away. Very nice to go on that journey with you, Rockstar.

[@blackmore1972]

Mellotron sound is fantastic on this

[@jeemjeem6190]

"One More Red Nightmare" is really good.

[@L33Reacts]

I'll add it to the list. I have a whole page of crimson recommendations already 🤣

[@TCFire-i4c]

Thanks again, I haven't heard or thought about this for decades! You said it sounds like a dream, maybe fantasy is a better word. Enjoyed your reaction as always! Superstar 😊

[@quentinmichel7581]

That lovely voice and bass playing is why in 1870 I followed Greg Lake when he left KC to form Emerson, Lahe and Palmer.

[@L33Reacts]

Holy shit that was right after the civil war 🤣

[@quentinmichel7581]

@@L33Reacts Altho my ancient carcass would seem to agree with the timeframe, that was an inasvertant typo ... and a funny reply. . Not even gonna correct it LOL

[@magic-highway]

I love when that hits “every time”. Yea, me too…

[@papacarl2002]

Hell yeah - yer a ROCKSTAR my man! Just finding your KC content today “Starless” and this one. So cool to see smart young dude like you digging back into the musical roots. Gives me hope. 🤘🏼🎧🤟🏼

[@porgy29]

About your comment of "Imagine listening to Rolling Stones and then this?" Not sure if you were aware, but their first big show was as an opener for the Stones, shortly before this album was out, and it completely blew everyone away.

[@L33Reacts]

At the time of recording, no I did not know that. I guess I have foresight or something lol. But people mentioned it in the comments. Crazy lol

[@rogerwebb7501]

​@@L33ReactsThe concert in question was held in Hyde Park, London (the equiv. of Central Park, NY), and I was there!...but to hear the Rolling Stones - Brian Jones had just died and this was the first gig for his replacement, Mick Taylor. I became a KC fan for life and saw them many times subsequently...last time about five years ago - worth having a look on KZbin as this last iteration has three drummers! Perhaps my favourite 'unknown' prog band is The Enid...I don't think they've ever featured in a reaction video! Try their 'Aerie Faerie Nonsense' album - a quite superb classical/rock fusion.

[@flomalheur7467]

The whole album is highly recommended and varied. "21st Century Schizoid Man" e.g. somehow sounds completely different. You'll love it.

[@L33Reacts]

I just posted my reaction to that song like 20 minutes ago 😃🤣

[@alistairmccausland1580]

Classic Album !

[@danielscott1749]

I was 13 in 69 and heard this one moring on an Underground/Collage Radio Station I owned the Album before the end of the Day. And Silkscreened the Back Cover for a Tea-shirt the Next Week.

[@garysexton8840]

Rockstar. I loved this song from the first listen because it was so different from the music of the 60’s. It had beautiful orchestral parts that combined with the drums was so moving. I believe the drummer was a guy named Ralph and think his last name began with A. I am sure you can Google it. Bill Buford played with them before he went to Yes and then returned later. Your favorite Tull fan.😊

[@KarlElvis]

The word rock star could not be less applicable with KC. 😂 The next era to look at starts with ‘larks tongues in aspic’ from ‘73, that’s my favorite incarnation; John Wetton on vocals and Bruford on drums. It’s pretty amazing, much harder rocking but still totally eclectic.

[@L33Reacts]

I want to check out when bruford was playing. He is an animal back there lol

[@Jimbowlcoach]

@@L33Reacts kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZnYlXeXaK90r8U

[@cayminlast]

I remember my brother in law got this album when it was released in about 1969-70, he introduced me to all sorts of amazing music. Thanks.

[@boostedlss6450]

Subbed! Just gonna say, the Red album is also amazing, killer rockstar John Wetton content as well, it's the best! . I had the pleasure of seeing KC live in '18 or so, my 1st time, after 40 years, nothing comes close. Maybe when I saw Zappa, maybe

[@KMAsKorner]

Begin the Rabbit hole of King Crimson... Rock Star! Anyways... let me know what you want to hear from them and I will point you in that direction. They have fusion, jazz, progressive, progressive metal and other influences and drastic styles on their albums. Tool even used to open for them.

[@L33Reacts]

My man! I’m glad you were paying attention 🤘🙏 I have seen their name pop up so much in the influences of my favorite bands. It’s about time I checked them out lol. I will be doing starless and red next. But I would appreciate more proggy songs by them.

[@KMAsKorner]

@@L33Reacts Starless, the song is my favorite KC song. You will love it!

[@larrygranat4456]

Rockstar! Thanks for the great reaction. Love KC

[@L33Reacts]

Thanks Larry! Glad you dug it!

[@JoeK-q6q]

Thanks for your thoughts on this incredible piece of music. 50 years old and going strong after being released by Mr. Fripp for all to enjoy. I did not fully appreciate this album in my younger days since there was so much going on in the music scene in early 70's. This record has made its indelible mark in the history of progressive rock.

[@GreyDabbler]

I really like the point you just made about preserving this amazing music. It's about appreciation, but it's also about preservation. What a tragedy if these incredible masterpieces were to be forgotten.

[@L33Reacts]

We (I) can't let this die. I promise to show my kids kids this music. I will keep it alive

[@Macstick]

Freakin awesome !! Long Live old school !! 😎❤ Rockstar. Another twist is the organ became the synthesizer on future hits for stars !!! Luv ya bro

[@L33Reacts]

Hey bro glad you enjoyed the video! This was awesome. I’m happy i finally gave them a chance. Im definitely doing more soon 😎🙏🤘

[@jimmybrown8375]

Wow flashback, one of my favorite bands back in high school. I was a ROCKSTAR back then.

[@Kursulic]

11:19 I'm just gonna start talking then-(weird mellotron noises)

[@kitseu]

One of my favorite classic/old bands. As you go along their catalogue you can hear their inspiration in everything from Tool to The Contortionist and beyond.

[@L33Reacts]

It's funny you mentioned The Contortionist because they are totally carrying the torch in this genre of music. They take forever to make music just like tool 😅😂

[@farfelforever]

I so loved the 60s and 70s creative music, side bonus they were great to listen to with a joint.

[@ynotbmale5218]

You wondered what bands back then (1969) thought. They played just before Steppenwolf (Born To Be Wild). John Kaye, their lead singer, complained it wasn’t Rock because they “Sound like a f*****g orchestra.” The singer was Greg Lake who went on to form Emerson, Lake, and Palmer. King Crimson changed personnel and sound with nearly every album after their second one. Here are some suggestions “A Sailor’s Tale” “Red” “Starless” “Lark’s Tongue In Aspic” also “Epitaph” and “I Talk To The Wind” from the first album.

[@brenthenshaw3585]

The lineup on this album was Greg Lake (who went on to Emerson, Lake, and Palmer) on bass and lead vocal, Ian McDonald (who later played with Foreigner) on keyboards and flute, Michael Giles on drums, Robert Fripp on guitar, and the lyrics were written by Peter Sinfield. Robert Fripp was the mainstay of King Crimson, which had so many different lineups over the years, but King Crimson was at the forefront of the Prog movement.

[@garysexton8840]

Rockstar. I loved this song from the first listen because it was so different from the music of the 60’s. It had beautiful orchestral parts that combined with the drums was so moving. I believe the drummer was a guy named Ralph and think his last name began with A. I am sure you can Google it. Bill Buford played with them before he went to Yes and then returned later. Your favorite Tull fan.😊. Correct myself - the drummer was Michael Giles and he was brilliant on those two albums

[@EdwardGregoryNYC]

This song was particularly well-suited to the three-drummer set up they had on their recent tour. Jakko M. Jakszyk also covers Greg Lake and John Wetton very well, although he had to reinterpret the Adrian Belew-era songs to suit his style.

[@Rowenband]

This is the gentle side of the band. But then there is the dark one with 20th Century Schizoid man. Try that one next (from the same album). There is a live version from before the album came out (if I remember well), filmed in NewYork. It shows how wild they were before prog and metal existed. In a way they all got it from the Beatles and from King Crimson afterwards, but I would say it was in the air. Van der Graaf Generator was in the air too at the same time, Yes too. So yes, influential but not only them. The genre HAD to arrive.

[@progperljungman8218]

Not only an inspiration to Genesis who also bought their first mellotron from them. Happy you liked this track from their ancient groundbreaking album with the title In the Court of the Crimson King.

[@progperljungman8218]

Also: couldn't you make a warranty claim for that $200 camera?

[@L33Reacts]

@@progperljungman8218 It’s a razor camera but I’ve had it for more then a year so the warranty is void. That’s the first thing I looked into after it happened :(

[@L33Reacts]

That’s so crazy how the older prog bands were connected in some weird way or another. Lol

[@progperljungman8218]

@@L33Reacts To bad. Here we get up to three year warranties by law

[@richardwilton722]

The drummer is Michael Giles

[@L33Reacts]

He's very talented. Having to keep all this in time and have it make sense rhythmically is quite the task

[@kikovazquez7277]

King Crimson were absolutely originators but also drew from their own inspirations -- a long list for a bona fide genius like Robert Fripp who captained many different ships but all named King Crimson. By coincidence for old times sake, I listened to The Beatles all time classic "A Day In the Life" a few times through yesterday. That composition, arrangement and production from 1967 blasted the doors open for all the uber creative artists that followed, and though I can't recall a discussion of it by Fripp or anyone, I have no doubt that we wouldn't have had King Crimson doing this in 1969 but for predecessors like Lennon, McCartney, Harrison, Star, and George Martin going for broke on that day or those days in their lives in 1967.

[@3lullabies]

McDonald (keys/horns) and Giles (percussion) left after this album, 2 solid rockstars. For a real treat, have a listen to their self titled album. Its always felt like part2 of this album to me. And to wrap it up love your vids bro.

[@DannKriss]

Robert Fripp & company certainly define the words ROCK STAR when it comes to the tapestry of sound they bring! I highly recommend Lark's Tongue In Aspic pt 1.

[@fractuss]

I looked at this cover in stores for months before deciding to take a chance on it back in the day. Glad I did.

[@fractuss]

Only got to see them live last year, also glad i did.

[@L33Reacts]

I am trying to save up to go to the camp next year and see everyone Play. The Crimson projekct.

[@vrartist]

"Sounds like a dream" is a great way to say it mate. I agree they influenced many bands. ;-)

[@greggpangle4385]

One of the most important pieces of music ever.

[@Jack-D-Ripper]

Hey Rockstar, 😀 Bill Bruford joined King Crimson for "Larks Tongues in Aspic" onwards. This is when I first heard King Crimson. I only tried them out because Bill joined them. And it proved to be a marvellous move. I pretty much have all their albums.

[@farfromperfek]

One of my favorite songs

[@rainerseeger4195]

The drumming by Michael Giles just amazing. Throughout the album

[@GreyDabbler]

LOL! not falling for it this time... so funny. I had the same experience.

[@L33Reacts]

😆😆😆😆I forgot about that part. Hilarious.

[@IIIIIIDC]

I first listened to this song when I was working in a bakery all night long in a swiss village when i was like 14. core memory.

[@L33Reacts]

I used to work at Panrera as a barista and was always jealous of the night shift bakers. All night baking bread with music and one other person. Sounds good to me 🤣

[@IIIIIIDC]

@@L33Reacts Never too late to try :D

[@edgarsnake2857]

I couldn't have said it better. Glad you keyed in on the drums. I always wished they were a little more up in the mix. They are just epic. I assumed for years it was 'Rockstar" Bill Bruford but the credits say it's Michael Giles. I saw KC later in their career with Bruford on drums and I can only say it was 'memorable.' They were titanic. Enjoyed your reaction. Check out '21st Century Schizoid Man' from this album.

[@wanderleyjesus6772]

King Crimson made their breakthrough on 5 July 1969 by playing as a support act at the Rolling Stones' free concert in Hyde Park, London before an estimated 500,000 people.

[@L33Reacts]

That's a helluva breakthrough gig! Opening for the Stones AND that crowd size. Good for them.

[@lindacrighton]

What a great reaction

[@SteveT935]

Go to album while on acid way back when…Robert Fripp still active. Rockstar Rockstar.

[@urbanbluecoyote]

The whole album is deliciously macabre

[@wanderleyjesus6772]

Rolling Stones were on the radio, but they were not - mouth to mouth was the way prog progressed and made their fan base - at least in Brazil - and I was alive at that time...

[@Kitaez77476]

Quite poetic ) Muse also, they made some kind of cameo to me in their Uprising to the Starless. The riff answered with the bass, if not mistaken.

[@fostercathead]

I saw King Crimson at the Fairground Arena in Oklahoma City, 06/07/1974.

[@tomratcliff3755]

Thanks!

[@tomratcliff3755]

Happy Halloween!

[@Humb7757]

I just turned 12, this day of October 10, 1969…this Magic came out as a dream …from beginning to end! (Listen to Moon Child … dreaming we became after Moon walk in July 1969….Eeery! ) Fantastic 💎 Album

[@lloydbraun6026]

Same here. I was born 10/5/57. My brother saw them in NY in 1969. He is 7 years older.

[@privateconfidential4775]

I really like this

[@brettmarlar4154]

Bill Bruford was still in Yes when this album came out. H joined KC in 1972. Larks Tongues in Aspic is an amzing work as well. There is an entire suite of 5 pieces that span over 30 years, culminating with Level 5 on Power to Believe. The entire Decipline album is the pentacle of their catalog in my opinion. Though, like Rush, there is incredible music in every era.

[@L33Reacts]

I can tell just from this track that these guys are super talented. I can't wait to dive into some more when I get off work lol

[@dantean]

You didn't want to name who IS playing drums?

[@yes_head]

This was mostly written by sax/flutist/keyboard player Ian McDonald, who was mainly responsible for KC's early symphonic and orchestral sound. The drummer here is Michael Giles, who was in an earlier group with his brother Peter and Robert Fripp call The Cheerful Insanity of Giles, Giles and Fripp. Robert Fripp often names Giles as the best drummer KC ever had, and I have a feeling most drummers in KC who came along later would agree with him. Mike Giles brought an unorthodox approach to combining jazz and rock, with lots of syncopation, unexpected riffs, and super clean cymbal work. And you're right -- Genesis lifted a BIG part of their early sound directly from this album. Yes did as well, actually, though more in spirit than with their instrumental textures.

[@TheMinster1960]

The original lineup was Robert Fripp (guitar), Greg Lake (bass and vocals), Ian McDonald (sax, mellotron), and Michael Giles (drums). This lineup pretty much fell apart after the first U.S. tour. King Crimson basically became Robert Fripp and whoever he assembled around him. This led to several different incarnations of the band with different musical results that still had the King Crimson DNA. Bill Brufford joined the band in 1973. That lineup also included John Wetton (bass and vocals), David Cross (violin), Jaimie Muir (percussion) and, of course, Fripp. Larks' Tongues In Aspic was first release from the Wetton/Brufford/Cross/Fripp band. Jaimie Muir left after the European tour in '73.

[@Flegetanis]

I don't know if many people put him on that level, but Robert Fripp certainly is my favorite Rockstar. I love your analogy of a painting. And yes, Yes & Genesis in particular were friends with & influenced by King Crimson. Genesis even bought a used Mellotron from them!

[@Raistlin306]

When Yes heard this song Jon told the band we have to practice a lot more 😁

[@joeslish-p1p]

love that melletron