KING CRIMSON "COURT OF THE CRIMSON KING" 1969 ATLANTIC SD-8245 VINYL LP VG+/VG+
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KING CRIMSON "COURT OF THE CRIMSON KING" 1969 ATLANTIC SD-8245 VINYL LP VG++/VG+ King Crimson was an English progressive rock band formed in London in 1968. King Crimson have been influential both on the early 1970s progressive rock movement and many contemporary artists. The band has earned a large cult following. They were ranked No. 87 on VH1's 100 Greatest Artists of Hard Rock The debut album, "In the Court of the Crimson King", was released in October 1969. Lead singer Fripp would later describe it as having been "an instant smash" and "New York's acid album of 1970". The album received public compliments from Pete Townshend, the Who's guitarist, who called the album "an uncanny masterpiece." The album's sound, including its opening track "21st Century Schizoid Man", was described as setting the precedent for alternative rock and grunge, whilst the softer tracks are described as having an "ethereal" and "almost sacred" feel.
This record is VG+ condition, The outside sleeve is in VG+ condition with some slight wear on the edges. The inner sleeve appears to be the original condition.
The record in its inner sleeve will be removed from the outer sleeve for shipment and carefully packed in special purpose box.
The album will be shipped by USPS Media Mail. Keep in mind that the USPS has been experiencing significant delays in some parts of the country and EBay's estimated delivery dates are wildly optimistic. It may take ten days or more for delivery.
Tracklist A1 21st Century Schizoid Man (Including Mirrors) 7:21 A2 I Talk To The Wind 6:08 A3 Epitaph (Including (A) March For No Reason; (B) Tomorrow And Tomorrow) 8:52 B1 Moonchild (Including (A) The Dream; (B) The Illusion) 12:15 B2 The Court Of The Crimson King (Including (A) The Return Of The Fire Witch; (B) The Dance Of The Puppets) 9:25
Runout Information: This information is engraved on the record near the center label and uniquely identifies this particular pressing. Matrix / Runout (Label Side A): ST-A-691699 PR Matrix / Runout (Label Side B): ST-A-691700 PR
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