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 The Mighty Crim isn't dead! May 16, 2010
Written by Slipstream
If it weren’t for the odd mix I’d give this show a six-star rating, but I felt that it had to be reduced to a "mere" five...
Let’s face it, King Crimson’s flame delayed to begin to catch that night, however, when it did, the boys simply nailed the setlist with intense fury and power, problably to recover the lost time. Gavin Harrison proved to be a fine addition to the band, specially because his playing matches Pat’s and yet, it’s different, complementing the sound and leaving more room for Mastelotto to use triggers and samples.
Levin isn’t Gunn, and for anyone who’s expecting Gunn’s parts being exactly the same with Levin, disappointment is the word. Tony embraces Trey’s parts but, instead of trying to reproduce them, he gives ’em his own arrangement and interpretation.
Robert and Adrian are somewhat low and seemingly absent on some points, yet, that doesn’t mean you won’t hear them or their soloing. The balance is very good and, instead of being claustrophobic and only focusing on guitar, you get to hear every nuance of every member equally clear.
For me, high points include the extended "Sleepless", the reinvigorated "Larks’ Tongues In Aspic - Part II", the "Red" with a Chapman Stick, the insaner-than-normal "Indiscpline" and the soundscape in the end of "Coda: Marine 475"...
Some reviewers complained about the clear coldness of the band that night. Welcome to the Soundboard World! Soundboard recordings are like this, you could record even a King Crimson 1973 show or a System Of A Down 2001 gig and it would still sound weak. The fault is of the soundboard and not of the band...
Well, probably, the previous shows have a bigger sense of uncertainty and the latter shows are best performed, but this one balances both, it has some uncertainties (specially during "The ConstruKction Of Light") and is finelly played, also, it is forceful and strong. So, why complain about the other 2008 shows not being available while you can delight yourself with this one?
Buy it! It’s a good one!
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Surprisingly rich and rewarding Tue., Jul 7, 2009
Posted by: kevred
I say "surprisingly" not because I expect these fellows to underachieve, but because I’ve seen track listings very similar to this for many years now. So, with some of the other mixed reviews in mind, I felt a little trepidation Read more
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Simply Excellent! Sat., Jul 4, 2009
Posted by: johnburr54
I just heard this one today--a couple of times and it blew my mind away nicely! Just really great stuff!
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The Return Of The 40 Years Beast Sat., Mar 28, 2009
Posted by: Slipstream
The beast is finally back, and is as powerful and brutal as ever. With the addition of Porcupine Tree’s Gavin Harrison to the band, and the return of Tony Levin, the band’s in full flight again, and also, Read more
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Super show Mon., Feb 16, 2009
Posted by: mabonadies
Finally, I have gotten around to downloading this show and it was well worth the wait! Even though I attended the August 8th concert, this show from the night before has the same Read more
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Chicago 08 Mon., Feb 2, 2009
Posted by: ludwigjr
Can it be the same Gavin Harrison that loitered within the pages of Rhythm back in the day? Some of those exercises still hurt, man. Anyway nice one and it’s great to have Ade and the boys belting it out Read more
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poor KC .......... Sun., Feb 1, 2009
Posted by: roselina
i’ve downloaded this ecellent soundin’ concert a few days ago - -awesome sound , but very poor music ; KC as a shadow of its own.....>> no more ideas and a terrible lead vocal singer Read more
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Love the audio!!! Wed., Jan 7, 2009
Posted by: KennyKij
I am really impressed with the recording and mix of this show. The low end is thundering as it was in New York when my wife and I seen them (August 16, 2008 please Read more
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Why wasn't I at this show? Thu., Jan 1, 2009
Posted by: Aryadeva
As someone who has lived in Chicago since 2003 (when I lived in Copenhagen and very sadly missed the Circusbygningen show [argh!]), I wonder why I was not at this Read more
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The most FUN KC ever? Fri., Dec 12, 2008
Posted by: fabio_riccardi
Well KC is always great, but I was really curious to hear what Gavin Harrison would contribute to this line-up. Well the drumming is nothing short of fantastic. It is obvious that Gavin and Pat are having fun, they’re Read more
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Level 5 stars Mon., Dec 1, 2008
Posted by: sapindo
The substantial Crimson with something new. Great.
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