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Emerson, Lake & Palmer (informally known as ELP) were an English progressive rock supergroup formed in London in 1970. [2][3] The band consisted of Keith Emerson (keyboards) of The Nice, Greg Lake (vocals, bass, guitars, producer) of King Crimson, and Carl Palmer (drums, percussion) of Atomic Rooster.
Jan 27, 2024 · I mean sure, you had The Nice and Atomic Rooster, and Greg Lake had previously headed King Crimson in perhaps the most iconic Progressive Rock album ever — In The Court of the Crimson...
- “Lucky Man” (1970) Dredged up from memory by Greg Lake, who wrote it at age 12 upon receiving his first guitar, "Lucky Man" is a "simplistic little medieval fantasy" (according to its composer) intended to fill out the trio's first album.
- “The Barbarian” (1970) Like most prog ensembles of the era, ELP was never much of a singles band. Apart from early hit "Lucky Man," "The Barbarian," was the true introduction to the public at large of ELP's staggering scope.
- “Tarkus” (1971) No one ever accused ELP of being modest, and nowhere is that more evident than on "Tarkus." Side A of the group's sophomore album is broken down into seven movements – totaling more than 20 minutes of music –that fold fusion and classical elements into a mythic prog sprawl revolving around a fantastic creature.
- “From the Beginning” (1972) Although it's undeniably a showcase for Greg Lake's moody acoustic guitar and vocals, "From the Beginning" from ELP's Trilogy provided the space for one of Emerson's most noteworthy keyboard solos.
Before the group made its debut in 1970, its members were veterans of the British art rock scene: keyboardist Emerson had formerly led the Nice (1967–70); Lake had been bassist and lead singer for King Crimson (1968–69); and Palmer had cofounded Atomic Rooster (1969–70).
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Emerson, Lake & Palmer stand as one of the most important progressive rock bands ever. Yet, their significance is often ignored in the modern era. This list helps to open the eyes of many who have ignored them.
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Aug 14, 2012 · Prog Spring. History of prog: The Nice, Emerson Lake & Palmer, and other bands of the 1970s. Before it was a joke, prog was the future of rock ‘n’ roll. By David Weigel. Aug 14, 20123:45 AM....
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Feb 24, 2016 · In 1970, English pioneering symphonic progressive rock group The Nice disbanded and its keyboardist, Keith Emerson formed the legendary act, Emerson, Lake and Palmer (ELP) along with King Crimson bassist and vocalist Greg Lake and Atomic Rooster drummer Carl Palmer. This was in effect the first progressive rock superband.
