album · March 23, 1973

Larks' Tongues in Aspic

King Crimson

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This 1973 album marked a significant shift for King Crimson, introducing a more improvisational, aggressive, and dissonant sound that drew from hard rock and jazz fusion. The lineup featured in this recording would only last for this album, further cementing its unique place in the band's discography.

• The album was recorded at Command Studios in London, with Robert Fripp and Peter Sinfield credited as producers.
• "Larks' Tongues in Aspic" reached number 67 on the Billboard 200 chart in the United States.
• The album's title track famously features a lengthy, chaotic instrumental section showcasing the band's improvisational prowess.

King Crimson was a pioneering English rock band, formed in London in 1968, noted for their influential contributions to progressive rock and their often-complex, experimental sound. By 1973, the band had undergone significant lineup changes, solidifying a lineup that would push their sound into heavier, more improvisational territory, distinguishing this period of their career.