A year ago, we lost prog luminary John Wetton to cancer. His work with King Crimson, Asia, Roxy Music, and countless other acts will not be forgotten. Fernando Perdomo, solo artist and guitarist for the Dave Kerzner Band, has released a new tribute track on behalf of the Wetton family. Here is the press release. … Continue reading
I am slowly learning to accept the new King Crimson. As I have said in the past, this latest incarnation of the legendary band has not grabbed me the way previous lineups have. After three-plus years, this new beast may finally be getting through. I’ll be the first to admit my “Belew Bias” may have … Continue reading
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I’ve been trying for nearly three years. But it’s time to face a simple, horrible fact: I’m just not that in to the new King Crimson. The legendary progressive rock stalwarts are now in their ninth incarnation, and I don’t think this band was meant for me. I’m not saying what they’re doing these days … Continue reading
This episode of Proglodytes is brought to you by The Bow Tie Guy. If you’re ready to up your style game and join a worldwide community of fashionable bow tie wearers, check out bethebowtieguy.com. They have a wide variety of bow ties, as well as a blog and a podcast all dedicated to helping you … Continue reading
I’m writing this review at 1 am and a group of musicians from the various bands we’ve seen today are playing the entire Court of the Crimson King album in a Greg Lake tribute. They just finished a ridiculously awesome version of “21st Century Schizoid Man” by King Crimson, with the lead singer of District … Continue reading
Progressive rock giant John Wetton passed away on January 31. John was a phenomenal bass player, well known for his proficiency and sought after as a session musician. His voice was extremely expressive- at times spirited and strong, other times forlorn and melancholy. He contributed significantly to progressive rock, playing and singing with major acts such … Continue reading
