Gavin Harrison officially joining King Crimson

king of Siam wrote: This is great and all but, only shows in Chicago? They should tour.

They have not yet announced any of the details for KC Mk. VII.  In all likelihood, there will be somewhat small tours, most likely restricted to the U.S., which is where the band seems to prefer to do its gigging.  I see an album or two coming out of this and two or three tours, but that's just my groundless prediction. 

Wow.

Porcupine Tree has become an overwhelming, power packed band since Gavin Harrison joined. He seems to bring out the best in Steven Wilson and the rest of PT. Ive heard some recent live shows from the current tour, and PT has never sounded better. But GH in KC? A logical step IMHO. He has obviously earned the respect of Mr. Fripp and is certainly one of the best Prog drummers today. Wow, to join the ranks of Giles, Wallace, Bruford, Muir, etc. is quite an honor. I think this is great news, with fantastic possibilities. But I also truely love GH in PT. Most of us seem to muti-task these days, so why can't Gavin Harrison be in both PT and KC? Common sense, best of both worlds IMO.    

Edited by Dennis - November 20 2007 at 01:59

Gavin Harrison is a seriously good drummer imo. You only have to watch the 'Arriving Somewhere....' DVD to appreciate that .[ Live performance is forever the best test ]. I also like his work with Jakko Jakszyk on 'The Bruised Romantic Glee Club' esp.

But he would leave a huge hole in the PT sound if he leaves . I appreciate that there are some other excellent drummers out there who could step up, but imo, he's the main factor that saves PT's sound from being to much the same. I believe his talents should take him beyond the PTs of this world and, in saying that, I do like what I've heard of PT. He's just destined for bigger and better things.

i can't help feeling a bit underwhelmed. don't really see him sharing
duties with another drummer. not a good idea in my book.

My feeling is that it's just a side project and a great opportunity for Gavin.  Besides, he needs something to do while Wilson remasters "Lightbulb Sun!"

Arsillus wrote: Chicapah wrote: My feeling is that it's just a side project and a great opportunity for Gavin.  Besides, he needs something to do while Wilson remasters "Lightbulb Sun!" And Recordings.

Lightbulb Sun - yes.  Recordings he needs to leave alone.  IMO 20,000 were made and it needs to stay that way.

Best news of the year...¿

     If PT is only taking a year off, and they are back in 2009, how can he do both?  But who knows.      I am excited about the Chicago shows , I live part of the time there and the Park West is where I saw PT for the first time.      And Yes, SW, will you please hurry it along on lightbulb sun!!  I'm tired of waiting!

Edited by pelican - November 20 2007 at 12:41

I wonder if Gavin has a hidden talent for writing lyrics that don't seem like mere afterthoughts?  (I know, I said the same thing when the Flower Kings' drummer was rumored to be joining KC. )