Episode 144 – King Crimson, Five Larks’ Tongues, Aspic, and a Thrush Deceived

As noted early in this episode: we’ve always wanted to do an episode focusing on King Crimson, but couldn’t figure out the right approach. Until this idea, where we dissect and decipher all five parts of the band’s “Larks’ Tongues in Aspic” song cycle, spanning several decades and three different lineups. Join us as we delve into a musical delicacy better listened to than tasted…

Note I: Jeff’s Voivod book, ‘Always Moving: The Strange Multiverse of Voivod,’ is now available. You can purchase a copy of the 540-page, 3-pound behemoth HERE: radicalresearch.org/voivod Note II: The Radical Research Patreon page is now set up and ready for your patronage. We are offering tiered subscription levels for those who want a set-it-and-forget-it donation option. As ever, if you choose to support us, we are humbled and grateful! patreon.com/RadicalResearchPodcast Music cited in order of appearance: “Larks’ Tongues in Aspic, Part One” (1973, Larks’ Tongues in Aspic) “Larks’ Tongues in Aspic, Part Two” (1973, Larks’ Tongues in Aspic) “Larks’ Tongues in Aspic, Part III” (1984, Three of a Perfect Pair) “Larks’ Tongues in Aspic - Part IV” (2000, The Construkction of Light) “Level Five” (2003, The Power to Believe) “The Deception of the Thrush” (unsure of year, maybe 2000, maybe 2003, live) Radical Research is a conversation about the inner- and outer-reaches of rock and metal music. This podcast is conceived and conducted by Jeff Wagner and Hunter Ginn. Though we consume music in a variety of ways, we give particular privilege to the immersive, full-album listening experience. Likewise, we believe that tangible music formats help provide the richest, most rewarding immersions and that music, artwork, and song titles cooperate to produce a singular effect on the listener. Great music is worth more than we ever pay for it.