LARKS' TONGUES IN ASPIC

The first time I listened to this album it intrigued and mystified me. I love the emphasis on rhythmic ideas, and the effective use of silence. The viola solos are very nicely constructed, great use of dissonance!

I love the contrast in texture, ranging from a solo instrument to a full blown instrumental section with each part playing its own melody. This is something that a lot of bands never explore.

The melodies for the tracks with lyrics are beautiful.

In my prog rock collection for starters, including titles from King Crimson, Genesis, Rush, Riverside, Transatlantic, Pink Floyd and Dream Theater, this is by far my number 1 album. How do you define King Crimson? They're not really rock, and they're not really jazz. They should have a genre named after them.

Without a doubt, a masterpiece!