King's X by Greg Prato

A tightly focused oral-history account that traces the rise, creative breakthroughs and setbacks of the progressive hard-rock trio, told largely through interviews with band members, collaborators and contemporaries. It chronicles their formation, distinctive blend of heavy riffs, soulful harmonies and spiritual themes, the industry and label conflicts that limited their commercial reach, and the personal struggles and resilience that helped forge a devoted cult following and enduring influence on alternative and heavy music scenes.

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