EleKtrik: Live in Japan cover

EleKtrik: Live in Japan

King Crimson · 2003

74 min · 12 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · art rock

A vibrant tapestry of complex rhythms and improvisational flair, seamlessly blending progressive rock with jazz influences.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic progression with resolution
  • wave-like pacing for deep listening
  • improvisational flair for exploration
  • vibrant soundscapes for immersion

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • seek instant gratification in tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'EleKtrik: Live in Japan' was released in December 2003, King Crimson had undergone numerous lineup changes since their formation in 1969. This album came after a decade-long hiatus from live recordings, showcasing the band's evolution into a more experimental phase, marked by the addition of Adrian Belew and Robert Fripp's innovative guitar work.
Stylistic neighbors
Yes· Genesis· Frank Zappa

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Introductory Soundscape 5:05
  • 2 The Power to Believe I: A Cappella 0:42
  • 3 Level Five 7:22
  • 4 ProzaKc Blues 6:01
  • 5 EleKtriK 8:01
  • 6 Happy With What You Have to Be Happy With 4:15
  • 7 One Time 6:01
  • 8 Facts of Life 5:29
  • 9 The Power to Believe II: Power Circle 8:44
  • 10 Dangerous Curves 6:02
  • 11 Larks’ Tongues in Aspic, Part IV 10:33
  • 12 The World’s My Oyster Soup Kitchen Floor Wax Museum 6:31

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