Robert Fripp is an English guitarist, composer, and record producer, best known as the founder and leader of the progressive rock band King Crimson. Born on May 16, 1946, in Wimborne Minster, Dorset, he has been influential in the development of various music styles, including rock, jazz, and classical. Fripp is recognized for his innovative guitar techniques and his use of the Frippertronics system, which creates looping soundscapes. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with numerous artists, including David Bowie and Brian Eno, and has contributed to many albums, solidifying his reputation as a pioneering figure in modern music.