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Quiz about The Great Court of King Crimson
Quiz about The Great Court of King Crimson

The Great Court of King Crimson Quiz


A short quiz dealing with random details on an incredibly underrated band- King Crimson.

A multiple-choice quiz by oracleinvein. Estimated time: 6 mins.
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Author
oracleinvein
Time
6 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
298,527
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Difficult
Avg Score
5 / 10
Plays
395
Awards
Top 20% Quiz
Last 3 plays: Guest 64 (4/10), Guest 24 (10/10), Guest 192 (6/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. Before they formed King Crimson, guitarist Robert Fripp and drummer Michael Giles composed two thirds of the short-lived Giles, Giles & Fripp. Though this trio failed commercially, it formed the basis for the early Crimson sound. Which of these songs, played during King Crimson's early live shows, was originally recorded by Giles, Giles & Fripp? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. The band's first, and best-known, release, "In the Court of the Crimson King", opens with the fiery "21st Century Schizoid Man." What is the name of the instrumental middle section of the song? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Finish this Robert Fripp quote: "Tuning a Mellotron...". Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Although King Crimson's third studio album, "Lizard", primarily features Gordon Haskell on lead vocals, the frontman from another prominent band sang on the title track's opening section, "Prince Rupert Awakes." Who was it? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. Which King Crimson song contains what Fripp considers the hardest guitar piece he has ever played? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. Who penned the lyrics to the chorus of 1973's "The Great Deceiver?" Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. Which was the first King Crimson album to feature the same personnel as the preceding release? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. For what did Bill Bruford receive special acknowledgements on the 1973 track "Trio?" Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Which of these King Crimson songs has never been performed live? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. Which of these albums does not feature any part of the "Larks' Tongues in Aspic" series? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. Before they formed King Crimson, guitarist Robert Fripp and drummer Michael Giles composed two thirds of the short-lived Giles, Giles & Fripp. Though this trio failed commercially, it formed the basis for the early Crimson sound. Which of these songs, played during King Crimson's early live shows, was originally recorded by Giles, Giles & Fripp?

Answer: Drop In

The melody from "Drop In" would eventually be mellowed and used for the 1971 track "The Letters."
2. The band's first, and best-known, release, "In the Court of the Crimson King", opens with the fiery "21st Century Schizoid Man." What is the name of the instrumental middle section of the song?

Answer: Mirrors

The song has been covered by various artists, including Ozzy Osbourne, Gov't Mule, and April Wine.
3. Finish this Robert Fripp quote: "Tuning a Mellotron...".

Answer: doesn't

Mellotrons were expensive and notorious for frequently breaking down; many bands tried to bring several on tour to cope with this problem.
4. Although King Crimson's third studio album, "Lizard", primarily features Gordon Haskell on lead vocals, the frontman from another prominent band sang on the title track's opening section, "Prince Rupert Awakes." Who was it?

Answer: Jon Anderson

Jon Anderson was, of course, the lead vocalist of Yes.
5. Which King Crimson song contains what Fripp considers the hardest guitar piece he has ever played?

Answer: Fracture

The part to which Fripp refers has been dubbed "moto perpetuo." "Fracture" was a concert staple in the mid-70's and continues to be a fan favorite.
6. Who penned the lyrics to the chorus of 1973's "The Great Deceiver?"

Answer: Robert Fripp

They would be the only lyrics Fripp ever wrote.
7. Which was the first King Crimson album to feature the same personnel as the preceding release?

Answer: Beat

King Crimson saw a seemingly endless revolving door of members through the years. It was not until 1981 that the exact same lineup played on consecutive albums.
8. For what did Bill Bruford receive special acknowledgements on the 1973 track "Trio?"

Answer: For not playing

"Trio" was a live improvisation from the album "Starless and Bible Black." Though present on stage, Bruford elected not to play for the song's duration, allowing the track to take on a very tranquil atmosphere.
9. Which of these King Crimson songs has never been performed live?

Answer: Requiem

This song was on 1982's "Beat".
10. Which of these albums does not feature any part of the "Larks' Tongues in Aspic" series?

Answer: The Power to Believe

"Larks' Tongues in Aspic, Part Two" is one of King Crimson's most popular songs and was played live during much of the band's history. Hope you enjoyed the quiz.
Source: Author oracleinvein

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