King Crimson – Larks’ Tongues In Aspic – 200G Audiophile Vinyl LP

Released in 1973, Larks’ Tongues in Aspic marked a seismic shift in the evolution of King Crimson. Introducing a newly configured lineup and a far more aggressive, improvisational approach, the album fused avant-garde experimentation with crushing rhythmic force—reshaping the boundaries of progressive rock in the process.

This 200g heavyweight vinyl LP presents the album with exceptional authority and control, offering a listening experience that fully conveys its physical intensity and dynamic complexity. The increased mass of the pressing provides improved stability and reduced resonance, allowing intricate passages to emerge with greater precision while maintaining the album’s raw, confrontational edge.

From the explosive contrasts of the two-part title suite to the haunting restraint of Exiles and the mechanised drive of Easy Money, the album thrives on tension and release. On vinyl, the interplay between Bill Bruford’s inventive percussion, David Cross’ expressive violin, and Robert Fripp’s razor-sharp guitar work feels more immediate and immersive, with a wide soundstage and striking transient detail.

Larks’ Tongues in Aspic is not background listening—it is a demanding, immersive work that rewards focused attention. This 200g edition captures the album’s full weight and ambition, making it an essential acquisition for audiophiles, collectors, and anyone serious about progressive music on analogue formats.

Key Features

• 200g heavyweight vinyl LP for superior stability and low-resonance playback
• Enhanced dynamics and clarity across complex, high-energy arrangements
• Captures King Crimson’s most radical and influential creative shift
• Wide soundstage reveals intricate percussion, violin, and guitar interplay
• Reduced surface noise for clean, authoritative analogue reproduction
• Essential album in the progressive and experimental rock canon
• Ideal for audiophiles and collectors seeking premium classic pressings

Track Listing

Side 1
1. Larks’ Tongues in Aspic, Part One
2. Book of Saturday
3. Exiles

Side 2
4. Easy Money
5. The Talking Drum
6. Larks’ Tongues in Aspic, Part Two