The Great Deceiver

King Crimson
Starless and Bible Black (1974)
Intense 202 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range8/10
Sudden Changesmoderate
Texturelayered
Predictabilitylow
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Features explosive progressive rock dynamics with intricate guitar riffs, violin layers, and shifting rhythms that create a complex, unpredictable soundscape. High energy builds and drops keep listeners engaged but may overwhelm sensitive ears.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

A high-energy progressive rock track with satirical lyrics about deception, driven by Robert Fripp's guitar, John Wetton's vocals and bass, David Cross's violin, and Bill Bruford's precise drumming.

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Moods: energetic, intense, rebellious

Traditions: progressive rock

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