5 Things to Know About King Crimson’s Red Album
- Former members Ian McDonald and Mel Collins returned to play saxophones on the album.
- Classical oboist Robin Miller contributed to the record, adding a distinct woodwind texture.
- Jazz trumpeter Mark Charig also joined the sessions, bringing a brass element to the sound.
- The album marked the end of the band’s 1970s lineup, as it was the last studio record before a decade-long hiatus.
- Despite its title, the album’s cover art is a stark red-and-black design, not a literal depiction of the color.