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Adrian Belew To Revisit King Crimson Music with Tony Levin, Danny Carey, and Steve Vai
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Adrian Belew To Revisit King Crimson Music with Tony Levin, Danny Carey, and Steve Vai

Adrian Belew has announced a new project called Beat that will perform music from his era in King Crimson. Tony Levin will be joining him for it as well as guitarist Steve Vai and Tool drummer Danny Carey.

King Crimson: Elephant Talk (Live At The Warfield Theatre, San Francisco 1995)
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King Crimson: Elephant Talk (Live At The Warfield Theatre, San Francisco 1995)

I love Bill Bruford’s YouTube channel. He recently shared a video that brought me back to my high school days – and a VHS tape of King Crimson’s 1984 performance in Tokyo. “Elephant Talk” was one of the highlights for me, with Tony Levin performing masterfully on the Stick.

2023 Reader Favorite Bassists – #9: Tony Levin
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2023 Reader Favorite Bassists – #9: Tony Levin

Tony Levin once again makes the annual reader favorite bassists list for 2023, thanks in part to his first new music with Peter Gabriel in 20 years.

Peter Gabriel Releases “i/o” with Tony Levin on Bass
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Peter Gabriel Releases “i/o” with Tony Levin on Bass

At long last, Peter Gabriel’s “i/o” is available. A decade in the making, Gabriel has been drip-feeding fans new singles during full moons.

King Crimson: Larks’ Tongues In Aspic (Part II) Live At Fréjus 1982
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King Crimson: Larks’ Tongues In Aspic (Part II) Live At Fréjus 1982

Bill Bruford drops some incredible videos (and stories). Here’s one with the 80’s King Crimson lineup of Bruford, Robert Fripp, Tony Levin, and Adrian Belew performing “Larks’ Tongues In Aspic (Part II)” live.

Peter Gabriel Unveils North American Tour Dates with Tony Levin on Bass
Concerts & Tours

Peter Gabriel Unveils North American Tour Dates with Tony Levin on Bass

After unveiling extensive European dates earlier this year, Peter Gabriel has announced the first round of North American shows for 2023. Gabriel and his band, featuring Tony Levin, will begin in Canada before heading to the U.S.

From the Bottom: My Favorite Bass Line in 17/16
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From the Bottom: My Favorite Bass Line in 17/16

In his latest episode of “From the Bottom”, Paul Thompson explores one of his favorite tracks from one of his favorite albums: King Crimson’s “Discipline.” Paul discusses Tony Levin’s bass line and how to play in 17/16 with GROOVE!!

Peter Gabriel Releases First New Song in 20 Years with Tony Levin
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Peter Gabriel Releases First New Song in 20 Years with Tony Levin

Peter Gabriel has given us the first taste of his new music. “Panopticom” is the first single from his upcoming album, “I/O.” The track is anchored by Gabriel’s longtime bass man, Tony Levin, who delivers some expressive fretless work.

2022 Reader Favorite Bassists – #10: Tony Levin
2022 Reader Favorites

2022 Reader Favorite Bassists – #10: Tony Levin

Tony Levin is no stranger to the reader favorites list, and he makes it once again for 2022. Levin was busy this year with many projects, as usual. He lands at #10 on this year’s list.

Tony Levin and Stick Men Announces 2022-2023 Tour Dates
Concerts & Tours

Tony Levin and Stick Men Announces 2022-2023 Tour Dates

Tony Levin is gearing up to have a busy year. After announcing he’ll be on a world tour with Peter Gabriel, he’s unveiled a hefty set of concerts with Stick Men alongside Markus Reuter and Pat Mastelotto.

Peter Gabriel Announces New Tour with Tony Levin
Concerts & Tours

Peter Gabriel Announces New Tour with Tony Levin

Peter Gabriel has revealed he has a new album in the works, plus he announced his first set of tour dates in seven years. Gabriel will be kicking things off in Europe with his regular bandmates, including Manu Katché, David Rhodes, and Tony Levin.

Jeff Berlin Honors Jack Bruce on “Jack Songs”
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Jeff Berlin Honors Jack Bruce on “Jack Songs”

In 2014, the world lost a musical giant with the passing of Jack Bruce. Jeff Berlin began working on a tribute album shortly after his passing, and now that album is available as “Jack Songs,” with an unreal cast of musicians.