@song4thedeaf_: On this day, legendary King Crimson guitarist Robert Fripp turns 78 🌟 King Crimson - "Starless" Robert Fripp, born May 16, 1946, in Wimborne Minster, England, is a seminal figure in the realm of progressive rock, renowned primarily as the guitarist and leader of the influential band King Crimson. Fripp's career spans over five decades, marked by his innovative guitar techniques and contributions to a variety of musical genres. Fripp co-founded King Crimson in 1968, and their debut album "In the Court of the Crimson King" (1969) is often credited with pioneering the progressive rock genre. The album’s complex compositions and eclectic influences—from classical to jazz to heavy rock—set a high bar for musical experimentation. Fripp’s guitar work, characterized by its precision, complexity, and distinctive tone, was central to the band's sound. Beyond King Crimson, Fripp has an extensive solo career and numerous collaborations with other artists. He developed the "Frippertronics" technique, utilizing tape loops to create layered, atmospheric soundscapes, which he used both in solo performances and on recordings with artists like Brian Eno. Their collaborations, including "No Pussyfooting" (1973) and "Evening Star" (1975), are landmark ambient music albums. Fripp’s versatility is further evident in his work with a wide array of musicians across different genres. He contributed guitar to David Bowie's iconic albums "Heroes" (1977) and "Scary Monsters" (1980), bringing a unique, avant-garde edge to Bowie’s sound. Additionally, he has worked with artists such as Peter Gabriel, Daryl Hall, and the band Talking Heads, demonstrating his adaptability and broad musical influence. A respected innovator, Fripp also founded Guitar Craft in 1985, a series of guitar-playing seminars and workshops aimed at imparting his techniques and philosophies to new generations of musicians. 🎶 🎶 🎶 🎶 🎶 🎶 🎶 🎶 🎶 🎶 🎶 🎶 🎶 🎶 🎶 Credit: @kingcrimsonhq DM for credits/removal 📥 © ᴬˡˡ ʳⁱᵍʰᵗ ʳᵉˢᵉʳᵛᵉᵈ ᵗᵒ ᵗʰᵉ ᶜᵒᵖʸʳⁱᵍʰᵗ ᵒʷⁿᵉʳˢ ˢᵉᶜ ¹⁰⁷ ᶜᵒᵖʸʳⁱᵍʰᵗ ᵃᶜᵗ . . . #song4thedeaf #s4tdrf #s4td1605 #kingcrimson #robertfripp #billbruford #adrianbelew #greglake #tonylevin #starless #red

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