Arguably the best progressive rock band ever, King Crimson will celebrate the 50th Anniversary as a band in 2019, and the 50th anniversary of their debut album In The Court Of The Crimson King. The band has announced plans for major tour with a career-spanning setlist. Starting this summer, they will embark on a “Celebration Tour” consisting of 50 dates. Currently, the trek kicks off in this summer in Germany and wraps up in New York in September. Check their itinerary at their website, and purchase tickets at the link below. This year will also see the release of the documentary Cosmic F*Kc. Directed by Toby Amies, the film will include archival footage and interviews with King Crimson members past and present. It’s set for release in late 2019. A soundtrack is also planned. Continuing the celebration, the band has announced several new box sets. Their debut album, 1969’s In the Court of the Crimson King, will receive a limited edition expanded set featuring live recordings, studio sessions, photos, liner notes, and a new remix of the album proper. A vinyl release of all their 1969 recordings is in the works. Release dates have not yet been set. 90s through 2008 with the box set Heaven & Earth. Other celebratory releases planned for this year include clothing, archival live albums (in their ongoing Collectors’ Club series), an updated edition of Sid Smith’s long out-of-print band biography In the Court of King Crimson, and 50 new rarities uploaded to their website and streaming services one week at a time.Continue reading →
