Geoff Tobia Jr.

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King Crimson’s 'In the Court of the Crimson King' and Zappa’s 'Hot Rats' turn 50

By Geoff Tobia Jr. | October 9

Very few people at that time knew it, but Oct. 10, 1969 marked an incredible day for music culture. Fifty years ago this Thursday, two of rock’s most influential albums of all time were released: “In the Court of the Crimson King” (1969) by King Crimson, and “Hot Rats” (1969) by Frank Zappa.“In ...

Geoff Tobia Jr.

King Crimson’s 'In the Court of the Crimson King' and Zappa’s 'Hot Rats' turn 50

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