A heavy, angular peak of 70s Crimson, tense and powerful. Influential on metal and prog alike. A genre high point. Worth exploring once you've heard the obvious entry points.
On vinyl: Well-pressed originals still surface at reasonable prices; modern reissues are a safe bet if you want new.
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More from King Crimson — where to go next
If you have Red, these are the King Crimson records worth reaching for next.
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In the Court of the Crimson King1969 · RockStart here
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Larks' Tongues in Aspic1973 · RockClassic
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Red1974 · you're viewing this oneClassic
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Discipline1981 · RockClassic
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