King Crimson on Broadway cover

King Crimson on Broadway

King Crimson · 1999

113 min · 23 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · art rock

A vibrant tapestry of complex rhythms and intricate melodies that captures King Crimson's live energy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic progression with resolution
  • wave-like pacing for engagement
  • vibrant rhythms and melodies
  • immersive live energy experience
  • exploratory listening in two halves

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward song structures
  • want quick, instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1999, 'King Crimson on Broadway' is a live recording that showcases the band's lineup during their 1994-1997 tour. This album followed their studio effort 'The ConstruKction of Light,' positioning them at a moment of artistic resurgence. The group was reestablishing themselves in the progressive rock scene after a decade-long hiatus from recording.
Stylistic neighbors
Yes· Genesis· Frank Zappa

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Conundrum 1:57
  • 2 Thela Hun Ginjeet 6:43
  • 3 Red 6:29
  • 4 Dinosaur 7:16
  • 5 VROOOM VROOOM 4:48
  • 6 Frame by Frame 5:10
  • 7 Walking on Air 5:28
  • 8 B’BOOM 5:35
  • 9 THRAK 6:31
  • 10 Neurotica 4:34
  • 11 Sex, Sleep, Eat, Drink, Dream 4:58

Disc 2

  • 1 People 6:14
  • 2 One Time 5:55
  • 3 Indiscipline 7:16
  • 4 Improv: Two Sticks 2:02
  • 5 Elephant Talk 4:17
  • 6 Prism 3:56
  • 7 Talking Drum 2:59
  • 8 Larks’ Tongues in Aspic, Part Two 7:27
  • 9 Three of a Perfect Pair 4:22
  • 10 VROOOM 3:54
  • 11 Coda: Marine 475 2:41
  • 12 Fearless and Highly THRaKked 2:31

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