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USA (album)

by King Crimson

Released: May 06, 1975

Progressive rock

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Experimental Album.

The Album

The album exhibits King Crimson's complex, experimental style, featuring blends of rock, jazz, and classical influences. "USA" is a live album by the English band King Crimson, released in 1975. Notably, this performance was one of the final ones by King Crimson before their first disbandment, marking the end of the band's 1972-1974 phase.

Inside the Recording

It was recorded at the Casino, Asbury Park, New Jersey, on 28 June 1974.

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Interesting Facts

The original vinyl album was noteworthy for its…

The original vinyl album was noteworthy for its inclusion of edited versions of several songs, omitting some solos.

The full length songs were included in subsequent…

The full length songs were included in subsequent CD reissues.

The reissue series also added more songs to…

The reissue series also added more songs to the track list, from the same live show but not included in the original album.

Band members featured on this album include Robert…

Band members featured on this album include Robert Fripp, John Wetton, David Cross, and Bill Bruford, each bringing their own unique talents to a tightly-knit, dynamic musical landscape.

It also features violin and keyboards, giving it…

It also features violin and keyboards, giving it a distinctive sound in comparison to other King Crimson albums.

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Reception

Fans and critics alike have praised "USA" for its raw energy, intensity, and musicianship.

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The Complete Album Story

"USA" is a live album by the English band King Crimson, released in 1975. It was recorded at the Casino, Asbury Park, New Jersey, on 28 June 1974. Notably, this performance was one of the final ones by King Crimson before their first disbandment, marking the end of the band's 1972-1974 phase.

The original vinyl album was noteworthy for its inclusion of edited versions of several songs, omitting some solos. The full length songs were included in subsequent CD reissues. The reissue series also added more songs to the track list, from the same live show but not included in the original album.

The album exhibits King Crimson's complex, experimental style, featuring blends of rock, jazz, and classical influences. Band members featured on this album include Robert Fripp, John Wetton, David Cross, and Bill Bruford, each bringing their own unique talents to a tightly-knit, dynamic musical landscape. It also features violin and keyboards, giving it a distinctive sound in comparison to other King Crimson albums. Fans and critics alike have praised "USA" for its raw energy, intensity, and musicianship.