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It Is and It Isn't (1971) Wetton plays organ, bass, keyboards, vocals, gut string guitar & vocal harmony. With Larry Norman. Only Visiting This Planet (1972) With Malcolm and Alwyn. Fool's Wisdom (1973) With Peter Banks. Two Sides of Peter Banks (1973): plays bass on track 5 ("Knights") with album covers crediting John Whetton; With Brian Eno
- Family – Sat’d’y Barfly. An early example of Wetton in action, from Family’s Fearless album in 1971. His role here wasn’t especially prevalent, but he does make his presence felt with deft touches on bass and other instruments.
- King Crimson – Larks’ Tongues In Aspic Part One. An instrumental from the Larks Tongue In Aspic album that allowed Wetton to showcase both his flexibility and dexterity.
- Brian Eno – The Paw Paw Negro Blowtorch. On this track from Eno’s 1974 album Here Come The Warm Jets, Wetton displayed a relaxed capacity for getting slightly funky.
- King Crimson – Starless. A chance for Wetton to prove that his vocal nuances were an able part of the Crimson canon on the Red album. His lyrics were evocative, fitting confidently into the flowing musical passages.
Aug 21, 2023 · Billy Sherwood, as well as producing, playing and writing on Wetton’s Raised in Captivity, was bass player and vocalist on Asia’s first tour after John Wetton’s passing. His Yes rhythm section partner Jay Schellen had also been an Asia member in the era following Wetton’s departure – so this line up boasted 3 genuine Asia band members.
Jul 14, 2023 · 180 gram audiophile vinyl. Solo album by former King Crimson member. Features King Crimson-bassist John Wetton. Limited edition of 750 individually numbered copies on green coloured vinyl. TRACKLIST. DETAILS. DESCRIPTION. PRODUCT FAQs. You can also check out our complete FAQ section here.
Mar 20, 2017 · An extraordinary life: John Wetton, 1949-2017. By Sid Smith. ( Prog ) published 20 March 2017. From backing pop stars as a teenager to his work with King Crimson, Asia and many more, John Wetton was a true gem of the prog world. We go behind-the-scenes on his life and career.
Jan 31, 2024 · The freedom of not being enslaved by addiction is marvellous”: John Wetton’s return from the darkness. By Nick Shilton. ( Prog ) published 31 January 2024. With Asia on the rocks and a scuppered solo deal, the singer found himself struggling with alcohol in the 90s - before he finally earned himself a reprieve.
Unlike Icon, though, Icon II is a more convincing record that makes a Downes/Payne reunion seem less likely. This isn't Asia, but it may be the closest we ever get to new music from that entity. 1: 1. John Wetton Battle Lines (1994) John Wetton consistently delivers some of the best vocals in rock and roll, and in fact gets better with age.
