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.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic progression with resolution wave-like pacing for engagement vibrant rhythms and melodies
- 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.
- If you like
- progressive rock, psychedelic rock, art rock
King Crimson on Broadway is an album by King Crimson, released in 1999. A vibrant tapestry of complex rhythms and intricate melodies that captures King Crimson's live energy. This album is notable for its blend of new material and classics, highlighting King Crimson's enduring influence in progressive rock. It received positive critical reception, with particular praise for its musicianship and live interpretation of earlier works, thereby reinforcing their reputation as innovative live performers. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does King Crimson on Broadway sound like?
A vibrant tapestry of complex rhythms and intricate melodies that captures King Crimson's live energy. Rooted in progressive rock and psychedelic rock.
What makes King Crimson on Broadway by King Crimson notable?
This album is notable for its blend of new material and classics, highlighting King Crimson's enduring influence in progressive rock. It received positive critical reception, with particular praise for its musicianship and live interpretation of earlier works, thereby reinforcing their reputation as innovative live performers. 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.
Who is King Crimson on Broadway for?
King Crimson on Broadway works well if you're into dynamic progression with resolution, wave-like pacing for engagement and vibrant rhythms and melodies.
How many songs are on King Crimson on Broadway?
King Crimson on Broadway has 23 tracks, running approximately 113 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Conundrum 1:57
- 2 Thela Hun Ginjeet Standout 6:43
- 3 Red 6:29
- 4 Dinosaur Standout 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 Standout 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
Release Date
January 1, 1999
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
113 min 13 sec
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