Discipline: Live At Moles Club, Bath 1981
King Crimson · 2000
53 min · 9 tracks · progressive rock
A vibrant blend of intricate rhythms and soaring melodies that encapsulate the essence of King Crimson's live energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Discipline Start here — This track exemplifies the band's intricate polyrhythms and interlocking guitar lines, serving as a centerpiece that encapsulates their artistic evolution.
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Thela Hun Ginjeet — This song combines complex time signatures with spoken word elements, showcasing the band's creativity and unique approach to narrative in their music.
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Elephant Talk — With its playful lyrics and distinctive bass line, this track illustrates King Crimson's ability to meld intellectual themes with accessible melodies.
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Indiscipline — The performance of this track highlights the band's improvisational prowess, merging structured composition with spontaneous expression that defines their live sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
This live album captures King Crimson's intricate rhythms and improvisational prowess, reflecting their unique sound.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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9/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic progression with peaks
- wave-like pacing throughout
- intricate rhythms and melodies
- engaging live performance energy
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Captures a significant live performance, but not a primary entry point for new listeners.
- Themes
- Bath live energy· 1980s progressive fusion· spoken word narrative
- Career context
- Released in 2000, this live album captures King Crimson during a period of renewed creativity following their 1981 studio album 'Discipline'. This performance showcases the band's innovative fusion of progressive rock and new wave elements, highlighting their evolution since the original lineup disbanded in the mid-1970s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Yes· Genesis· Frank Zappa
Tracklist
- 1 Discipline Start here 5:57
- 2 Thela Hun Ginjeet 5:42
- 3 Red 6:11
- 4 Elephant Talk 4:45
- 5 Matte Kudasai 3:43
- 6 The Sheltering Sky 8:48
- 7 Indiscipline 7:02
- 8 Frame by Frame 4:58
- 9 Larks’ Tongues in Aspic, Part II 6:37
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Remain in Light
Talking Heads
Shares intricate rhythms and a fusion of art rock with new wave energy, capturing the same vibrant live feel.
Heavy Weather
Weather Report
Features complex jazz fusion arrangements and dynamic interplay that parallel King Crimson's intricate compositions.
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Peter Gabriel
Blends progressive elements with a pop sensibility, showcasing narrative depth and a lively atmosphere.
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