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Sheltering Skies Live in Frejus 1982 CD
The first standalone CD release of King Crimson's complete concert at Frejus recorded on August 27th 1982.
Taken from the original multi-track tapes by Robert Fripp and Brad Davis, the release includes an additional performance of The Sheltering Sky from Cap d’Agde (August 26th).
The first standalone CD release of King Crimson's complete concert at Frejus recorded on August 27th...
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Sheltering Skies Live in Frejus 1982 2LP
The first standalone vinyl release of King Crimson's complete concert at Frejus recorded on August 27th 1982.
Taken from the original multi-track tapes by Robert Fripp and Brad Davis, the release includes an additional performance of The Sheltering Sky from Cap d’Agde (August 26th).
The first standalone vinyl release of King Crimson's complete concert at Frejus recorded on August 2...
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Red 50th Anniversary 2CD 2 Blu-ray
A 50th Anniversary 2CD/2Blu-Ray edition of King Crimson’s explosive 1974 album.
Presented in vinyl replica sleeves in a rigid slipcase, with booklet.
A 50th Anniversary 2CD/2Blu-Ray edition of King Crimson’s explosive 1974 album.
Presented in vin...
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Red 50th Anniversary 2LP
A 50th anniversary double LP edition of King Crimson’s explosive 1974 album.
Pressed on 200g vinyl, LP1 features 2024 stereo mixes by Steven Wilson, while LP 2 includes 2024 elemental mixes by David Singleton.
A 50th anniversary double LP edition of King Crimson’s explosive 1974 album.
Pressed on 200g viny...
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USA 50th Anniversary 2LP (Blue Sparkle)
Released on the exact 50th anniversary date of the original concert recording at The Casino, Asbury Park, New Jersey, USA, on June 28th, 1974, King Crimson’s blistering USA available as a limited edition on double 200g Blue Sparkle vinyl.
Released on the exact 50th anniversary date of the original concert recording at The Casino, Asbury ...
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Larks' Tongues In Aspic 2LP 2023 Mixes
Larks' Tongues In Aspic 2LP Edition 2023 Mixes
Larks' Tongues In Aspic 2LP Edition 2023 Mixes
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In The Court Of The Crimson King - 3CD Blu-ray
50th anniversary 3CD/Blu-ray edition of King Crimson’s seminal debut
50th anniversary 3CD/Blu-ray edition of King Crimson’s seminal debut
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The Grid/Fripp Leviathan vinyl
A 2021 collaborative album from electronic duo The Grid (aka Richard Norris and Dave Ball) and Robert Fripp, combining Fripp Soundscapes with synth, drums, programming and effects by The Grid.
A 2021 collaborative album from electronic duo The Grid (aka Richard Norris and Dave Ball) and Rober...
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Washington Square Church vinyl
Recorded in New York City between July & August 1981, these are perhaps the finest example of Frippertronics in performance.
Recorded in New York City between July & August 1981, these are perhaps the finest example of Frippe...
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Earthbound vinyl
Earthbound, originally released in 1972, was one of the earliest (if not the first) “official bootleg” released by a major rock band, consisting of a series of deliberately lo-fi live recordings of King Crimson’s Islands era line-up on tour in the USA.
Earthbound, originally released in 1972, was one of the earliest (if not the first) “official boot...
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Music For Quiet Moments
In May 2020, with much of the world in lockdown and reeling from the consequences of the Covid-19 pandemic, Robert Fripp began uploading the first of 52 individual Soundscapes on his YouTube channel, streaming platforms, and DGMLive.
In May 2020, with much of the world in lockdown and reeling from the consequences of the Covid-19 pa...
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Three Of A Perfect Pair 40th anniversary vinyl
40th anniversary stereo mix by Steven Wilson and Robert Fripp of King Crimson’s dazzling 1984 release, Three Of A Perfect Pair.
On 200g super-heavyweight vinyl for the first time. Mastered by Jason Mitchell at Loud Mastering from original studio masters.
40th anniversary stereo mix by Steven Wilson and Robert Fripp of King Crimson’s dazzling 1984 rele...
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McDonald and Giles LP
This is the first official release of the album on vinyl in decades and the first time since 1970 that the album has been cut from the original masters.
This is the first official release of the album on vinyl in decades and the first time since 1970 th...
One of the most comprehensive boxed sets devoted to a single period of an artist’s career, Exposures features the complete collection of Robert Fripp’s studio and live solo material from 1977-1983, covering the period from the first Exposure sessions to the end of The League of Gentlemen and final Frippertronics concerts.
One of the most comprehensive boxed sets devoted to a single period of an artist’s career, Exposur...
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Let The Power Fall CD
Let The Power Fall is the only full album of Frippertronics released during the original vinyl era and within two years of the original tour of shops/offices/restaurants that acted as venues for the concerts.
Let The Power Fall is the only full album of Frippertronics released during the original vinyl era a...
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King Crimson At 50 DVD Blu-ray
A two disc Blu-Ray/DVD edition of Toby Amies' superb documentary In The Court Of The Crimson King - King Crimson at 50 including the full documentary film, an edit from an early version of the film, the final performance of Starless from the band’s final concert in Tokyo (in December 2021) and four trailers/shorts.
A two disc Blu-Ray/DVD edition of Toby Amies' superb documentary In The Court Of The Crimson King - ...
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Music Is Our Friend 3LP set
Limited edition 3LP set on 200gram Super-Heavyweight vinyl. King Crimson’s final US concert in Washington, DC (Sept 2021) and 4 additional tracks from Albany, New York (August 2021) available on vinyl for the first time.
Limited edition 3LP set on 200gram Super-Heavyweight vinyl. King Crimson’s final US concert in Was...
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In The Court Of The Crimson King - King Crimson At 50 8 disc boxed set
An 8 disc (2Blu-Ray/2DVD/4CD) box set edition of Toby Amies' superb documentary In The Court Of The Crimson King - King Crimson at 50 including the full documentary film, an edit from an early version of the film, live and studio performances from the 50th anniversary tour, and an abundance of additional footage.
An 8 disc (2Blu-Ray/2DVD/4CD) box set edition of Toby Amies' superb documentary In The Court Of The ...
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Beat 40th anniversary vinyl
40th anniversary stereo mix by Steven Wilson and Robert Fripp of King Crimson’s sparkling 1982 release, Beat.
On 200g super-heavyweight vinyl for the first time. Mastered by Jason Mitchell at Loud Mastering from original studio masters.
40th anniversary stereo mix by Steven Wilson and Robert Fripp of King Crimson’s sparkling 1982 rel...
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Discipline 40th anniversary vinyl
40th anniversary stereo mix by Steven Wilson and Robert Fripp of King Crimson’s innovative 1981 release, Discipline.
On 200g super-heavyweight vinyl for the first time. Mastered by Jason Mitchell at Loud Mastering from original studio masters.
40th anniversary stereo mix by Steven Wilson and Robert Fripp of King Crimson’s innovative 1981 re...
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Let The Power Fall vinyl
Let The Power Fall is the only full album of Frippertronics released during the original vinyl era and within two years of the original tour of shops/offices/restaurants that acted as venues for the concerts.
Let The Power Fall is the only full album of Frippertronics released during the original vinyl era a...
On RF's Facebook page, there is a series of posts titled Apologia Pro Vita Sua which is continuing. Facebook is not an ideal platform, for anyone interested in giving thought to the comments posted...
9november2024The League Of Gentlemen…1980
The League Of Gentleman were a second-division touring new wave instrumental dance band. A cooking live band, which failed to make a...
I see that the Youtube channels have just uploaded the latest in the videos from Robert's and my speaking tour last year - a snippet from Covington. A gig and a city that proved to be particularly memorable for a number of reasons.
Firstly, because in my morning run, I set off with my usual complete lack of direction, and found myself jogging all the way from Covington to Cincinnati. In fact, all...
Inevitable Music
Forgive me for stating the obvious - and repeating what has, no doubt, been written many times before in these pages. Probably even by me. But I was struck this morning by the absolute absurdity of the music industry. Not the machinations, dodgy contracts, and double dealing. But by the underlying principle - namely ownership of music.
The absurdity struck me, with an astonishing clarity, almost like the proverbial lightning bolt, while playing Bach’s Prelude No1 in C major....
10.18
Bredonborough.
On the afternoon of this day in 1984 my Father, Arthur Henry, flew from this world while being held by my Mother. Fortunately, I had returned to Wimborne the day before (from the first two Guitar Craft courses).
Several weeks later, while staying with my Sister in San Francisco, I had a vivid dream from which I woke. Feeling that this dream was...
20.33
A cold day here in Nashville & its environs.
The first day of winding up the Crimson Beast of Terror in preparation for unleashing it on the world. Apparently, the English magazine Classic Rock, in their review of TPTB, suggests we should call it a day. This is the simple arrogance of a reviewer not yet quite grown out of believing their own reviews. Yet not quite...
Robert Fripp and I have now completed the first four speaking engagements of our "Englishmen Abroad" California tour. A travel day/day off in Agourra Hills yesterday, and...
9november2024The League Of Gentlemen…1980
The League Of Gentleman were a second-division touring new wave instrumental dance band. A cooking live band, which failed to make...
T-shirt from King Crimson's 1982 release, Beat. Stocks vary across UK and US sites.
T-shirt from King Crimson's 1982 release, Beat. Stocks vary across UK and US sites.
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Discipline
T-shirt of Steve Ball's knotwork for King Crimson's1981album, Discipline. Also available in black and long-sleeve. Shop stocks vary.
T-shirt of Steve Ball's knotwork for King Crimson's1981album, Discipline. Also available in black...
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Three of a Perfect Pair
T-shirt from King Crimson's Three of a Perfect Pair 1984 release. Also available in long-sleeve and baseball tee style.
T-shirt from King Crimson's Three of a Perfect Pair 1984 release. Also available in long-sleeve and...
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Larks Tongues in Aspic
T-shirt from the debut album of King Crimson's third incarnation, Larks Tongues in Aspic. This iconic t-shirt is available in a range of colours and styles. Shop stocks vary.
T-shirt from the debut album of King Crimson's third incarnation, Larks Tongues in Aspic. This...
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Red
T-shirt of the back cover image for King Crimson's potent 1974 release Red. Also available as two-sided T-shirt, including the front cover. Shop stocks vary.
T-shirt of the back cover image for King Crimson's potent 1974 release Red. Also available as two...
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Indiscipline
T-shirt designed by Ben Singleton from King Crimson's 'indiscipline' release. Containing Adrian Belew's classic lyrics, "I repeat myself when under Stress."
T-shirt designed by Ben Singleton from King Crimson's 'indiscipline' release. Containing Adrian...
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In the Court of the Crimson King
T-shirt of the classic album cover available in black and white, long and short-sleeves, plain and distressed.
T-shirt of the classic album cover available in black and white, long and short-sleeves, plain and...
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In The Court Of The Crimson King
T-shirt of the classic album cover now available in a wrap-around.
T-shirt of the classic album cover now available in a wrap-around.
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Starless and Bible Black
T-shirt from the cover art of King Crimson's classic1974 release, Starless and Bible Black. Also available in long-sleeve. Shop stocks vary.
T-shirt from the cover art of King Crimson's classic1974 release, Starless and Bible Black. Also...
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Dinosaur
T-shirt designed by Ben singleton based on King Crimson's 1995 release, Dinosaur.
T-shirt designed by Ben singleton based on King Crimson's 1995 release, Dinosaur.
Today at the Vicarage : The Betsy. A toe back in the world of the diary. I had intended to write about the current terrifying absence of music in my life, which might explain my...
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