Robert Fripp is an English guitarist, composer, and record producer, best known as the founder and core member of the progressive rock band King Crimson. Born on May 16, 1946, in Wimborne Minster, Dorset, Fripp has become one of the most influential and innovative guitarists of his generation, known for his technical proficiency and a unique approach to playing that incorporates complex, interwoven guitar lines and new techniques such as Frippertronics—a method of creating soundscapes by looping and layering delayed guitar sounds.

Throughout his career, Robert Fripp has been involved in a variety of musical projects, both as a solo artist and collaborator. His partnership with Brian Eno, another pioneer in experimental and ambient music, resulted in several groundbreaking releases, including the album "No Pussyfooting" and the creation of analog delay tape looping systems. Fripp's collaborations span a range of genres and artists, including David Bowie on the albums "Heroes" and "Scary Monsters (and Super Creeps)." His solo work, reflected in releases like "Exposure," reveals his versatility ranging from avant-garde to more accessible compositions. Despite his experimental nature, Fripp has earned commercial success and critical acclaim over the decades, and his contributions to music have secured him a place as a leading figure in prog rock and beyond. His more recent releases, such as "Discretion" and "Follow," continue to showcase his innovative approach to composition and guitar technique, while live recordings like "Live At Coventry Cathedral" and "LIVE IN PARIS 28.05.1975" capture the powerful and captivating performances that have enthralled audiences for years.

Genres

Ambient Guitar

Art Rock

Experimental

Experimental Ambient

Experimental Guitar

Experimental Rock

Jazz Fusion

Progressive Rock

Symphonic Rock

Related Artists

Peter Gabriel

Brian Eno

King Crimson

David Bowie

Tony Levin

Radiohead

Pink Floyd

TOOL

Bill Bruford

Genesis

Rush

Yes

Latest Release

Discretion

Robert Fripp

Album - 8 Tracks - Released March 31, 2023