The Night Watch
King Crimson · 1997
84 min · 12 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · art rock
A sprawling exploration of jazz-infused progressive rock that captures the essence of King Crimson's improvisational prowess.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks immersive listening experience exploratory improvisation throughout
- Context
- Released in 1997, 'The Night Watch' is a live album capturing King Crimson during their mid-90s renaissance, following their breakup in the early 80s and subsequent reunion. This album reflects their ability to blend intricate compositions with spontaneous improvisation, showcasing a matured lineup featuring Adrian Belew and Tony Levin.
- If you like
- progressive rock, psychedelic rock, art rock
The Night Watch is an album by King Crimson, released in 1997. A sprawling exploration of jazz-infused progressive rock that captures the essence of King Crimson's improvisational prowess. Though not a commercial blockbuster, 'The Night Watch' garnered critical acclaim for its innovative arrangements and live energy, further solidifying King Crimson's influence on the progressive rock genre. The album features tracks that highlight the band's improvisational skills, making it a significant listen for fans of live performance. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Night Watch sound like?
A sprawling exploration of jazz-infused progressive rock that captures the essence of King Crimson's improvisational prowess. Rooted in progressive rock and psychedelic rock.
What makes The Night Watch by King Crimson notable?
Though not a commercial blockbuster, 'The Night Watch' garnered critical acclaim for its innovative arrangements and live energy, further solidifying King Crimson's influence on the progressive rock genre. The album features tracks that highlight the band's improvisational skills, making it a significant listen for fans of live performance. Released in 1997, 'The Night Watch' is a live album capturing King Crimson during their mid-90s renaissance, following their breakup in the early 80s and subsequent reunion. This album reflects their ability to blend intricate compositions with spontaneous improvisation, showcasing a matured lineup featuring Adrian Belew and Tony Levin.
Who is The Night Watch for?
The Night Watch works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, immersive listening experience and exploratory improvisation throughout.
How many songs are on The Night Watch?
The Night Watch has 12 tracks, running approximately 84 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Easy Money 6:14
- 2 Lament 4:14
- 3 Book of Saturday 4:07
- 4 Fracture Standout 11:28
- 5 The Night Watch 5:28
- 6 Improv: Starless and Bible Black 9:11
Disc 2
- 1 Improv: Trio 6:09
- 2 Exiles Standout 6:37
- 3 Improv: The Fright Watch 6:03
- 4 The Talking Drum 6:34
- 5 Larks’ Tongues in Aspic, Part II 7:51
- 6 21st Century Schizoid Man Standout 10:38
Release Date
January 1, 1997
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
84 min 39 sec
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