Robert Fripp
Guitarist and co-founder of King Crimson
Born
May 16th, 1946
79 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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A significant figure in progressive rock, played guitar and served as a songwriter and producer. Co-founded the band King Crimson, which released influential albums such as 'In the Court of the Crimson King'. Developed the Frippertronics guitar technique, which combines tape loops and effects. Collaborated with various artists across genres and contributed to several projects that bridged rock and classical music.
Co-founded King Crimson
Released 'In the Court of the Crimson King'
Developed Frippertronics technique
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