Ian McDonald (musician)

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Ian McDonald (b. 1946) was a member and producer of the vocal and instrumental group called King Crimson, formed in 1969.

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1946 - Group - King Crimson

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Other members included:

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• Greg Lake
• Michael Giles
• Robert Fripp
• Peter Sinfield

Prior to joining the group, McDonald served five years in the British Army as a bandsman. His music talent ranged from classical orchestra to dance bands to rock. He was also a member/founder of Gibraltar and Foreigner. He has been a session musician and appeared in the recording of Get It On (Bang a Gong) by T Rex. His latest record is Drivers Eyes in 1999.

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British Army - Classical - Orchestra - Rock - Gibraltar - Foreigner - T Rex

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In 1997, the release of the 4CD set Epitaph consisting of rare live recordings of the 1969 version of King Crimson renewed interest in the early Crimson material. Out of that interesting, the 21st Century Schizoid Band was formed in 2002 and several tours and live albums have appeared. The band includes former King Crimson members Michael Giles (drums & percussion), Peter Giles (bass), Ian McDonald (sax, flute, keyboards), Mel Collins (alto / tenor sax, flute, keyboards) and also Jakko Jakszyk from Level 42 on guitar and lead vocals. After the first tour Mickael Giles was replaced with another former King Crimson drummer Ian Wallace.

Related Topics:
1997 - Epitaph - 21st Century Schizoid Band - Michael Giles - Peter Giles - Mel Collins - Jakko Jakszyk - Level 42 - Ian Wallace

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