CD King Crimson – Epitaph (Volumes One & Two)
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| Volume One | ||
| BBC Radio Sessions | ||
| 1-1 | 21st Century Schizoid Man | 7:08 |
| 1-2 | In The Court Of The Crimson King | 6:28 |
| 1-3 | Get Thy Bearings | 6:00 |
| 1-4 | Epitaph | 7:29 |
| Fillmore East, New York, 21 November 1969 | ||
| 1-5 | A Man, A City | 11:43 |
| 1-6 | Epitaph | 8:03 |
| 1-7 | 21st Century Schizoid Man | 7:45 |
| Fillmore West, San Francisco, 14 December 1969 | ||
| 1-8 | Mantra | 3:45 |
| 1-9 | Travel Weary Capricorn | 3:17 |
| 1-10 | Improv - Travel Bleary Capricorn | 2:23 |
| 1-11 | Mars | 8:55 |
| Volume Two | ||
| Fillmore West, San Francisco, 15 December 1969 | 50:34 | |
| 2-1 | In The Court Of The Crimson King | 7:24 |
| 2-2 | Drop In | 5:15 |
| 2-3 | A Man, A City | 11:44 |
| 2-4 | Epitaph | 8:21 |
| 2-5 | 21st Century Schizoid Man | 8:03 |
| 2-6 | Mars | 9:44 |
Experience the birth of a legend. This 2018 two-disc reissue of Epitaph (Volumes One & Two), released via Discipline Global Mobile, is a meticulously remastered archive documenting King Crimson’s original 1969 lineup. Capturing the band’s formative live sound with raw intensity, this collection is an essential document for any progressive rock connoisseur.
The set features landmark performances of the band’s most iconic repertoire, characterized by Greg Lake’s powerful, resonant vocals and the lush, expansive textures of the Mellotron. Listeners will find definitive live versions of classics such as:
- "21st Century Schizoid Man" – Featuring a "beautifully apocalyptic" energy and wild, Hendrix-style guitar solos.
- "The Court of the Crimson King" – A cornerstone of symphonic prog.
- "Epitaph" – Showcasing brilliant melodies and layers of well-constructed bombast.
- "I Talk to the Wind" – A melodic breather featuring delicate flute work.
Praising its historical depth and "lo-fi" yet technical complexity, critics have awarded this archival release a solid four-star rating. Whether it is the booming rhythm tracks or the extended instrumental passages, Epitaph provides a faithful recreation of the energy that launched the progressive rock movement.
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