What is success? Is it the attainment of perfection? Is it the nobility of the attempt? Or is it the … More
Category: Robert Fripp
A New Motivator
Just a few days ago, I put the guitar aside. I have a ton of writing to do. People use … More
“Whaddaya Hear?” The Complete 1969 Recordings
KING CRIMSON, The Complete 1969 Recordings (DGM) PERSONNEL: Greg Lake, bass and vocals Robert Fripp, guitars Ian McDonald, woodwinds, keyboards … More
A Few Days in the Life (August 28, 2020)
August 29, 11:45 Closet with No View, Chicago. Always glad to be back here, even if the quality of my … More
A Few Days in the Life (April 30, 2020)
April 30, 18:00 The Sonic Sanctuary I haven’t done one of these in awhile. It’s amazing how fast semi-retired time … More
Sid Smith Answers Seven Questions from CirdecSongs
For an author, the only thing better than a “do over” is a “do more.” When I finalized my book, … More
A Few Words About “Heaven & Earth”
KING CRIMSON, Heaven & Earth (DGM, 2019) PERSONNEL: Robert Fripp (guitar, soundscapes); Adrian Belew (guitar, V-Drums, vocals); Trey Gunn (Warr … More
A Few Days in the Life: 4/9/19
April 9, 12:40; Home. Break’s over. Back to the real world. It was good to see my friends, and spend … More
The Long, Slow Acceptance of the New King Crimson
I am slowly learning to accept the new King Crimson. As I have said in the past, this latest incarnation … More
THIS is MY King Crimson
I’ve been trying for nearly three years. But it’s time to face a simple, horrible fact: I’m just not that … More
