Classic Adrian Belew, some simple chords with some easy changes, some bonkers chords with impossible changes ... That guy is completely out of this world
Adrian Belew is a true original. This song is just beautiful, and so beautifully performed. I think this is one of those songs where when listing track personnel on an album sleeve, Robert Fripp would write "admirable restraint" against Bill's name. Always made me smile. Thanks Bill, hope you're well
Adrian is the frontman that we never knew we needed. BUT DAMN, he turned out to be so imperative for the sound of this amazing ensemble of talent. So freakin amazing
what a beautiful song, what a rendition. One of my favorite Crimson tunes, I am glad to see in the comments so many other friends recognizing it. And what a beautiful and true concept you're communicating to us in your text transmission too. Thank you a thousand times, mr. Bruford.
Every iteration of K.C. has been astounding but when Belew was there there was something special about the melodies, chord structure, and vocals. Yes, at times his influence took a more pop turn but overall he brought life to a sometimes dour band.
Beautiful song indeed!, and great words describing the relationship and fragile balance between Art & Skill to bring this kind of performance, thanks for sharing all this with us
For those who like this… Adrian put out a solo album at about this same time called “Op Zop Too Wah”. It has a few music moments like this. Overall, eclectic and fun. It is probably in my top ten. I am happy to share.
Cada día me sorprende más la calidad de Adrian Belew, es un gran compositor, canta magistralmente , es un guitarrista supremo y además con muy gusto muy sofisticado para los solos, cuando KC era Wetton, Bruford, Fripp y Cross, creí que no se podía superar. Me equivoqué. Este tema es una gran muestra . Y Adrian siempre se muestra feliz
Admirable restraint from Bill indeed. And admirable restraint from Adrian as well. In KC Adrian's wild and sometimes disorganised ideas found a wadi where beautiful expressions like this were possible. My favourite song from THRAK.
Wow thanks for this one. Lovely rendition of one of my favorites from this era. When I first heard it, it took me back to the first album and "I talk to the wind" in parts, with a little "Matte Kudasai" sprinkled in. THRAK obviously harkens back thematically to the different eras of KC.
I had forgotten this song. But I see, when I listen through my own back catalogue, that it's always been there as an inspiration. Thank you, King Crimson. And thank you, Bruford, for keeping reminding us all that there was a time of spectacular music, both with King Crimson and Yes.
I love Crimson ballads! For me, Wetton and Belew have delivered the most beautiful of them. Wetton, very british, and Belew, mixing american country with chinese music.
Its like they listened to "Don't Let Me Down" a few weeks before writing this song , wrote it a few weeks later, and WHOOPS the theme of the song i might as well sing "Dont let me down! Dont let me down!"
Absolutely stunning. Belew's melodies consistently hit right to the heart, and the rest of the band shows the restraint to just lay down the air. Great thoughts in the description; something I've had to learn as a listener (and reader) is to not focus so much on the technical chops of musician/writer/artist and just taken in the actual work. It makes artistic appreciation both less stressful and more rewarding.
I wish I knew what this song was about. My gut reaction was that it was about someone being a caregiver of someone who cant speak, or is infirmed, perhaps old. If you can't speak, don't worry, we know each other.
Can the young drummer play quarters on the ride or on the snare with brushes for a 5 minute song and not interject commentary? A greater challenge than wailing away unthinkingly. Love this tune.
Classic Adrian Belew, some simple chords with some easy changes, some bonkers chords with impossible changes ...
That guy is completely out of this world
Adrian Belew is a true original. This song is just beautiful, and so beautifully performed.
I think this is one of those songs where when listing track personnel on an album sleeve, Robert Fripp would write "admirable restraint" against Bill's name. Always made me smile. Thanks Bill, hope you're well
Adrian is the frontman that we never knew we needed. BUT DAMN, he turned out to be so imperative for the sound of this amazing ensemble of talent. So freakin amazing
So ahead of it's time it fits right into the modern times.
Best song from this era imo. Beautiful!
what a beautiful song, what a rendition. One of my favorite Crimson tunes, I am glad to see in the comments so many other friends recognizing it. And what a beautiful and true concept you're communicating to us in your text transmission too. Thank you a thousand times, mr. Bruford.
Perfect example of a beautiful prog rock ballad. Great epoch of King Crimson.
Every iteration of K.C. has been astounding but when Belew was there there was something special about the melodies, chord structure, and vocals. Yes, at times his influence took a more pop turn but overall he brought life to a sometimes dour band.
Yeah, as cliched as this may sound - Adrian takes it to another level.
Adrian makes the world stand still ❤
Hey Bill, I'm reading your autobiography. I just finished the chapter w/Adrian and this song. So timely. Enjoying the good read, thx!
Just beautiful. Belew channeling Hendrix “May This Be Love”. The perfect counterbalance to Fripp’s tendency to darker musical expression.
Beautiful song indeed!, and great words describing the relationship and fragile balance between Art & Skill to bring this kind of performance, thanks for sharing all this with us
For those who like this… Adrian put out a solo album at about this same time called “Op Zop Too Wah”. It has a few music moments like this. Overall, eclectic and fun. It is probably in my top ten. I am happy to share.
Love this song!
Just perfect. Thank you Bill.
Thank you Bill - my favourite KC tune.
ty for the gem
Thank you for your trenchant comments on acquisition vs application. It's not what you can do, it's what you do do.
Exquisite musicianship all round. Adrian Belew is masterful and held me spellbound throughout this one-camera clip. That's damn impressive.
Im very hyped for this! I hope there's a performance of People aswell coming soon.
Thank you very much for uploading this video of beautiful music, it’s just down right wonderful 🤩😍🤗😘!
KC una de mis bandas predilectas,todas sus etapas,Bill uno de los grandes de todos los tiempos en percusion.
Cada día me sorprende más la calidad de Adrian Belew, es un gran compositor, canta magistralmente , es un guitarrista supremo y además con muy gusto muy sofisticado para los solos, cuando KC era Wetton, Bruford, Fripp y Cross, creí que no se podía superar. Me equivoqué. Este tema es una gran muestra . Y Adrian siempre se muestra feliz
Hey Bill, we met too many years ago backstage at the Armadillo World Headquarters 😎✌✊ Always soundin good
Outstanding mix in my earbuds
Very Nice
Great finding this
Thank you for sharing this with us
Admirable restraint from Bill indeed.
And admirable restraint from Adrian as well. In KC Adrian's wild and sometimes disorganised ideas found a wadi where beautiful expressions like this were possible.
My favourite song from THRAK.
Wow thanks for this one. Lovely rendition of one of my favorites from this era. When I first heard it, it took me back to the first album and "I talk to the wind" in parts, with a little "Matte Kudasai" sprinkled in. THRAK obviously harkens back thematically to the different eras of KC.
I wish i had a magic spell at my disposal. That would, just for once, have Greg Lake sing this beautiful song. Things would come full circle...
Thank you for the lovely song and the text that invites me to think.
What a voice!! First time I heard Adrian in my life was on Mike Oldfield's 'Holy' - has been utterly mesmerised by his angelic vocals ever since 🥹
Thanks Bill. That was wonderful. Hope you are well!
I had forgotten this song. But I see, when I listen through my own back catalogue, that it's always been there as an inspiration. Thank you, King Crimson. And thank you, Bruford, for keeping reminding us all that there was a time of spectacular music, both with King Crimson and Yes.
Thanks, Mr. Bill - it's a lovely song.
Bill !!!
Hey Bill, Im a big fan from Brazil.
Cheers!
Im floating on this....
The guitar solo is played backwards so his reverse delay can play it properly. Mind blowing!
Love this song! I always love your contemplative comments Bill! I agree, the best art, I find, is behind the curtain so to speak.
Thank you
I love Crimson ballads! For me, Wetton and Belew have delivered the most beautiful of them. Wetton, very british, and Belew, mixing american country with chinese music.
Beautiful
this video brings back good memories. I saw the Cleveland show on the 95 tour.
BEAUTIFUL SONG ❤ CONGRATS KING CRIMSON 👋 ONE OF MYS FAVORITES BANDS PROG .CHEERS 👋
fantastic.
What a beautiful performance. Also, must say great podcast with Vinnie Colauita Mr Bruford.
Its like they listened to "Don't Let Me Down" a few weeks before writing this song , wrote it a few weeks later, and WHOOPS the theme of the song i might as well sing "Dont let me down! Dont let me down!"
Great commentary. That should make a few curious enough to get your autobiography, I would hope.
this is just absolutely beautiful. Can't find anything to say other than that
Immense.
This was the most accessible lineup of Crim.
Absolutely stunning. Belew's melodies consistently hit right to the heart, and the rest of the band shows the restraint to just lay down the air. Great thoughts in the description; something I've had to learn as a listener (and reader) is to not focus so much on the technical chops of musician/writer/artist and just taken in the actual work. It makes artistic appreciation both less stressful and more rewarding.
love it!!!!!!!!
Wow!!
I wish I knew what this song was about. My gut reaction was that it was about someone being a caregiver of someone who cant speak, or is infirmed, perhaps old. If you can't speak, don't worry, we know each other.
Wow to think that new Crimson album is 30 years old now.
Great video.
Always felt like he was channeling Lennon on this track. So good
For those of you who think Belew is a special effects guitarist...
Belew is so great that I laugh , uplifted
Adrian belew in such a great guitarist.
🔥🔥🔥
❤
At around 1:50, Adrian's vibratos look/sound similar to Eric Johnson.
Adrian doesn't play notes so much as create new sounds.
Saw him last year with his trio and he's still fantastic.
Can the young drummer play quarters on the ride or on the snare with brushes for a 5 minute song and not interject commentary? A greater challenge than wailing away unthinkingly. Love this tune.
Great song, Bill can have brushes to play.
dear Bill does exist the italian version of your autobiography?
Si, "Bill Bruford. Autobiografia alla batteria. Yes, King Crimson, Earthworks e non solo". Ciao!
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Such a pity whoever filmed this seemed to think KC was the Adrian Belew band.