King Crimson - In The Court Of The Crimson King Pink Island Vinyl

Artist: King Crimson

Title: In The Court Of The Crimson King

Label: Island Records

Catalogue Number: ILPS 9111

Country: United Kingdom

Original Release Year: 1969

Pressing Year: 1969 UK Pink Island Pressing

Format: 12" Vinyl LP

Speed: 33⅓ RPM

Description

In The Court Of The Crimson King is the groundbreaking debut album by King Crimson and is widely regarded as the album that defined progressive rock. Combining symphonic influences, jazz improvisation and heavy rock with Peter Sinfield's evocative lyrics, the record remains one of the most acclaimed and influential albums ever released.

Featuring the legendary tracks 21st Century Schizoid Man, I Talk To The Wind, Epitaph, Moonchild and the epic title track The Court Of The Crimson King, this landmark release continues to be an essential centrepiece of any progressive rock vinyl collection.

Pressing Notes

Original 1969 UK Pink Island pressing on Island Records, catalogue number ILPS 9111. First issues were released on the highly collectible pink 'i' Island label and housed in the iconic matt gatefold sleeve featuring Barry Godber's unforgettable artwork. Original UK Pink Island pressings are among the most sought-after progressive rock records ever produced, prized for both their exceptional sound quality and rarity.

Track Listing

Side One

21st Century Schizoid Man (Including "Mirrors")
I Talk To The Wind
Epitaph (Including "March For No Reason" and "Tomorrow And Tomorrow")

Side Two

Moonchild (Including "The Dream" and "The Illusion")
The Court Of The Crimson King (Including "The Return Of The Fire Witch" and "The Dance Of The Puppets")

Additional Information

Original 1969 UK Pink Island Pressing
Island Records
Catalogue Number: ILPS 9111
Highly Collectible Pink 'i' Island Label
Matt Gatefold Sleeve featuring Barry Godber artwork
Original Poly-Lined Island Inner Sleeve
33⅓ RPM Vinyl LP
Produced by King Crimson
Features 21st Century Schizoid Man, I Talk To The Wind, Epitaph, Moonchild and The Court Of The Crimson King
Widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential progressive rock albums ever released
Original UK Pink Island pressings are among the most desirable records of the progressive rock era and remain a cornerstone of serious vinyl collections.
Condition

Sleeve: Very Good (VG)

Record: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Inner Sleeve: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Rockabuy Records Grading Guide
Near Mint (NM)

Virtually flawless condition. Played only a handful of times with no visible marks or signs of wear.

Excellent (EX)

Lightly played and exceptionally well cared for. May show only minimal signs of handling with no significant marks affecting playback.

Very Good Plus (VG+)

A well-preserved copy with only light signs of use. The sleeve remains clean and structurally sound, while the vinyl shows minimal surface marks that do not significantly affect playback.

Very Good (VG)

Noticeable signs of use with light surface marks and handling wear, though the record plays well throughout without major faults.

Good (G)

Visible wear with more pronounced marks. Playback remains enjoyable with some background noise.

Poor / Fair (P/F)

Heavy wear and significant scratches affecting playback quality.

Shipping

All records are visually inspected and conservatively graded for both sleeve and vinyl condition. Records are securely packaged in professional record mailers with protective stiffeners and dispatched via a fully tracked delivery service to ensure safe arrival.