Islands

"The next in the series of Atmos upgraded King Crimson reissues is the band’s 4th album, 1971’s 'Islands'. Often seen as a transitional album, certainly one of their most impressionistic and least rock, in many ways I think of it as a precursor to what Talk Talk did nearly 20 years later on 'Spirit Of Eden', but maybe that’s just me! I’ve once again remixed the album from scratch in stereo, 5.1 and Atmos for this new release, using higher resolution transfers of the multitracks. The CD and BluRay set also includes 'Elemental Mixes' of the entire album by David Singleton, the 30th anniversary remaster of the original mix, and the complete recording sessions from September 1971, all in 24/96. Presented in replica mini vinyl style packaging with booklet, including photos and sleevenotes from King Crimson biographer Sid Smith. Release date is September 25th, 2026." ~ Steven Wilson