CD King Crimson – Epitaph
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| Volume One | ||
| BBC Radio Sessions | ||
| 1-1 | 21st Century Schizoid Man | 7:06 |
| 1-2 | In The Court Of The Crimson King | 6:27 |
| 1-3 | Get Thy Bearings | 5:59 |
| 1-4 | Epitaph | 7:08 |
| Fillmore East, New York, 21 November 1969 | ||
| 1-5 | A Man, A City | 11:41 |
| 1-6 | Epitaph | 7:42 |
| 1-7 | 21st Century Schizoid Man | 7:16 |
| Fillmore West, San Francisco, 14 December 1969 | ||
| 1-8 | Mantra | 3:47 |
| 1-9 | Travel Weary Capricorn | 3:15 |
| 1-10 | Improv - Travel Bleary Capricorn | 2:23 |
| 1-11 | Mars | 8:53 |
| Volume Two | ||
| Fillmore West, San Francisco, 15 December 1969 | 50:34 | |
| 2-1 | In The Court Of The Crimson King | 7:13 |
| 2-2 | Drop In | 5:14 |
| 2-3 | A Man, A City | 11:19 |
| 2-4 | Epitaph | 7:31 |
| 2-5 | 21st Century Schizoid Man | 7:37 |
| 2-6 | Mars | 9:42 |
King Crimson – Epitaph (Discipline Global Mobile, 1997)
A landmark release in the King Crimson discography, Epitaph stands as a definitive document of the band’s legendary 1969 lineup. This extensive box set captures the raw intensity and historical significance of an era that continues to vibrate with power nearly three decades after its inception.
While the collection leans into the “historical necessity” of presenting multiple versions of beloved tracks, each performance highlights the band's unrivaled emotional depth. From the desolate, haunting vocals of Greg Lake on the title track—evoking a potent, dramatic energy—to the menacing, tension-filled rendition of Holst’s Mars, this set is a masterpiece of early progressive rock.
Key Highlights:
- Historical Significance: Essential listening for fans of early King Crimson’s epic, structured compositions.
- Rare Gems: Includes the only studio version of Get Thy Bearings, an intriguing, period-defining Donovan cover.
- Dynamic Performances: Features powerful live renditions of classics like In the Court of the Crimson King.
Though the live recordings carry the authentic grit of 1969, the intensity and musicianship remain unparalleled. A perfect addition for any serious prog-rock archive.
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