Neal and Jack and Me
King Crimson · 2004
141 min · 25 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · art rock
An immersive journey through intricate rhythms and cerebral melodies, blending art rock with jazz-inflected improvisation.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its exploration of live performance, showcasing King Crimson's dynamic sound and improvisational prowess. It features tracks that highlight the band's influence on progressive rock and jazz fusion, solidifying their legacy within both genres.
- Best for
- dynamic exploration with peaks immersive journey through rhythms cerebral melodies for deep focus
- Context
- Released in 2004, 'Neal and Jack and Me' captures King Crimson during a phase of renewed creativity, following their previous studio album 'The Power to Believe' in 2003. This period marked a time of experimentation for the band, as they revisited and reinterpreted classic material while integrating modern influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Emerson, Lake & Palmer· Soft Machine· Frank Zappa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Three of a Perfect Pair Standout 4:30
- 2 No Warning 2:19
- 3 Larks’ Tongues in Aspic, Part III 4:04
- 4 [untitled] 5:04
- 5 Thela Hun Ginjeet 6:00
- 6 Frame by Frame 4:00
- 7 Matte Kudasai 3:28
- 8 Industry 6:56
- 9 Dig Me 3:41
- 10 Indiscipline Standout 8:54
- 11 Sartori in Tangier 4:16
- 12 Man With an Open Heart 3:44
- 13 Waiting Man 6:59
- 14 Sleepless 5:58
- 15 Larks’ Tongues in Aspic, Part II 6:03
- 16 Elephant Talk 5:04
- 17 Heartbeat Standout 5:24
- 18 Waiting Man 8:34
- 19 Matte Kudasai 3:37
- 20 The Sheltering Sky 10:51
- 21 Neal and Jack and Me 5:55
- 22 Indiscipline Standout 11:12
- 23 Heartbeat Standout 4:02
- 24 Larks’ Tongues in Aspic, Part II 7:04
- 25 Sleepless (promotional video) 3:41
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