A dramatic Melody Maker cover pairing the shock news of King Crimson’s implosion with a striking portrait of David Bowie — a moment when British rock seemed to fracture and reinvent itself at the same time. Melody Maker Date: January 22, 1972 Length: 4 min read (cover feature + front‑page column) A moment of upheaval, reinvention, and scene‑shifting energy. 📰 Key Highlights • King Crimson announce a sudden breakup after rehearsal tensions • Band reunite only temporarily

A major full-page headline advertisement for the Weeley Festival of Progressive Music, featuring T. Rex, The Faces, King Crimson and a huge supporting bill during the height of the 1971 festival season. Weeley Festival — T. Rex, The Faces, King Crimson and more descend on Essex for the August Bank Holiday weekend. Disc Date: August 28, 1971 Length: 3 min read 📰 Key Highlights • Headliners: T. Rex, The Faces, King Crimson • Massive supporting bill including Colosseum,