King Crimson - Beat (Vinyl LP | DE Original | 1982 | VG+/VG+ | Copy 2)

King Crimson – Beat was released in 1982 as the second album by the 80s line-up of Robert Fripp, Adrian Belew, Tony Levin and Bill Bruford. Both more accessible and rhythmically adventurous, it is inspired by the Beat Generation – as heard in “Neal And Jack And Me”, “Heartbeat”, “Waiting Man” and “Neurotica”.

On offer is the German original pressing from 1982 on EG / Polydor (2311 156) with original inner sleeve (OIS).

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: EG / Polydor – 2311 156
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
• Pressing: DE Original
• Country: Germany
• Released: 1982
• Genre: Rock, Prog Rock – more in Progressive Rock
• Features: OIS (original inner sleeve)

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: VG+
• Cover: VG+

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Neal And Jack And Me (4:21)
2. Heartbeat (3:54)
3. Sartori In Tangier (3:35)
4. Waiting Man (4:22)

Side B

1. Neurotica (4:47)
2. Two Hands (3:22)
3. The Howler (4:10)
4. Requiem (6:30)

Personnel

Adrian Belew (Guitar, Lead Vocals, Lyrics), Robert Fripp (Guitar, Organ, Frippertronics), Tony Levin (Chapman Stick, Bass Guitar), Bill Bruford (Drums), Rhett Davies (Producer).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, according to the listing this is the German original pressing from 1982 on EG / Polydor.

Which songs stand out?
“Neal And Jack And Me”, “Heartbeat”, “Waiting Man” and “Neurotica”.

What do the condition grades mean?
We grade record and cover to the Goldmine standard, from M (Mint) through NM (Near Mint) and VG+ to G. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Where can I find more like this?
Browse our Progressive Rock collection.