Lizard

King Crimson

Lizard

RELEASED: December 11, 1970
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Cirkus (including Entry of the Chameleons) 6:28 2. Indoor Games 5:39 3. Happy Family 4:24 4. Lady of the Dancing Water 2:45 5. Lizard: a) Prince Rupert Awakes / b) Bolero – The Peacock’s Tale / c) The Battle of Glass Tears (including I. Dawn Song / II. Last Skirmish / III. Prince Rupert’s Lament) / d) Big Top 23:22
Historical Archive
Lizard is the fourth studio album by the progressive rock band King Crimson, released in 1970. It represents a fusion of different musical styles, including jazz, classical, and rock. The album features a complex structure, with extended instrumental sections and a variety of musical influences. The centerpiece of the album is the 23-minute piece 'Lizard,' which showcases the band's innovative approach to composition and performance. The album is noted for its ambitious arrangements and the incorporation of a wide range of instruments, contributing to its unique sound and legacy within the progressive rock genre.