King Crimson is set to release a new studio album, according to guitarist and singer Jakko Jakszyk, who has confirmed the involvement of band founder Robert Fripp and other members in the project.
King Crimson Gears Up for New Album with Latest Lineup
After a hiatus of over two decades, iconic progressive rock band King Crimson is back in the studio, working on a new album. The band, known for their innovative and complex music, last toured in 2021 and their most recent studio album was released in 2003.
The new album will feature the current lineup, which includes Robert Fripp, Jakko Jakszyk, Mel Collins, Tony Levin, Pat Mastelotto, Gavin Harrison, Jeremy Stacey, and the late Bill Rieflin. Fripp, the guitarist and chief driving force of the band, has been recovering from a heart attack and surgeries, but the band's management has emphasized that the creative process is ongoing.
Jakszyk, the new singer and guitarist, has been at the helm of the recording process. He has previously been part of the 21st Century Schizoid Band, a group comprised entirely of ex-Crimson members. Jakszyk has mentioned that he has been recording the new album and that some of the new songs from the most recent lineup's live releases will be revisited for the new album.
While details about the release of the new album are still uncertain, fans are eager for more news. Jakszyk has teased that the release date and format are unknown, but he is confident about the assertions regarding the new album. There are also plans for some live film of King Crimson playing in various places, adding to the anticipation among fans.
Rumors of King Crimson's disbandment have been circulating, but the band and their management have clarified that they are still active. Bassist Tony Levin stated that Fripp suggested King Crimson might revive with an unknown lineup in the future.
In addition to the new album, King Crimson is also set to re-release their 1994 album "Scarcity of Miracles". The re-release will feature unreleased tracks and alternative versions, providing fans with a deeper dive into the band's discography.
As the band continues to work on the new album, fans eagerly await more updates. The renaissance of King Crimson is causing excitement among fans, who are eager for more news about the who, what, when, where, and why of the band's future plans.
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Fans of King Crimson, intrigued by the band's new album, are also captivated by the potential reunion of celebrities such as Jakko Jakszyk and Tony Levin, known for their contributions to the progressive rock genre, particularly in the areas of vocals and bass respectively. The anticipated album may also contain elements of music from other genres, given Jakszyk's previous involvement with the 21st Century Schizoid Band. During the creative process, Jakszyk has expressed interest in revisiting some live release songs from the most recent lineup, which further peaks fans' curiosity about the future of King Crimson's entertainment offerings.
