King Crimson's "Live in Vienna" is a captivating live album that captures the band's electrifying performance on December 1, 2016, in Vienna. Spanning an impressive three hours and seven minutes, this double album is a testament to King Crimson's enduring influence and innovation in the realms of progressive rock, art rock, symphonic rock, and psychedelic rock. The album features a diverse setlist, showcasing both classic tracks and more recent compositions, offering a comprehensive overview of the band's discography.
From the hauntingly beautiful "The Hell Hounds of Krim" to the intense and complex "Larks' Tongues in Aspic, Pt. Two," King Crimson delivers a powerful and dynamic performance. The inclusion of covers like David Bowie's "Heroes" and King Crimson's own reinterpretations of their classic songs, such as "21st Century Schizoid Man," highlights the band's versatility and musical prowess. The album also features tracks from their later works, including "Radical Action II" and "Ahriman's Ceaseless Corruptions," demonstrating their continuous evolution and experimentation.
Recorded and released under their own label, Discipline Global Mobile, "Live in Vienna" is a must-experience for both longtime fans and newcomers to King Crimson. The album's intricate compositions, virtuosic performances, and the unique chemistry between the band members make it a standout live recording. Whether you're drawn to the intricate guitar work, the complex rhythms, or the mesmerizing melodies, "Live in Vienna" is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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Tracks
Walk On - Monk Morph Music of the Chamber (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
The Hell Hounds of Krim (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Pictures of a City (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Dawn Song (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Suitable Grounds for the Blues (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
VROOOM (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
The ConstruKction of Light (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
The Court of the Crimson King (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
The Letters (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Sailor's Tale (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Interlude (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Radical Action II (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Level Five (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Fairy Dust of the Drumsons (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Peace (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Cirkus (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Indiscipline (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Epitaph (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Easy Money (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Devil Dogs of Tessellation Row (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Red (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Meltdown (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Larks' Tongues in Aspic, Pt. Two (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Starless (Live in Vienna, 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Heroes (Live in Vienna 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Fracture (Live in Vienna 1 December 2016)King Crimson
21st Century Schizoid Man (Live in Vienna 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Schoenberg Softened His Hat (Live in Vienna 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Ahriman's Ceaseless Corruptions (Live in Vienna 1 December 2016)King Crimson
Spenta's Counter Claim (Live in Vienna 1 December 2016)King Crimson