[2023-11-10] Emerson, Lake And Palmer "Original Albums" 5CD box set (BMG)

Linda · **Posted:** Fri Sep 22, 2023 9:18 pm

Amazon USA
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Amazon Canada
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Amazon UK
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CJDRCPL4/?tag=imwan-21

Description
One-part rigid card clamshell box, containing the classic first five albums in 2 panel card wallets.

Legendary progressive rock giants Emerson, Lake & Palmer were formed in 1970 by the keyboard virtuoso Keith Emerson; gifted singer, composer and guitarist Greg Lake and sensational drummer / percussionist Carl Palmer. One of the most important and successful bands in the history of rock music, ELP were torchbearers of the progressive rock sound and one of the first super-groups, achieving global sales of over 40 million albums. Their first 7 albums all made the UK charts top 10 and US. top 20. Internationally fan and media acclaimed albums include ‘Pictures At An Exhibition’, ‘Tarkus’ and ‘Brain Salad Surgery’, with seminal hits singles including ‘Fanfare For The Common Man’ and ‘Lucky Man’.

Immerse yourself in the legendary soundscape of Emerson, Lake & Palmer's 'The Original Albums' 5CD Box Set. This comprehensive collection features the quintessential tracks from their monumental albums: "Emerson, Lake & Palmer," "Pictures At An Exhibition," "Tarkus," "Trilogy," and "Brain Salad Surgery."

From the captivating strains of "From The Beginning" to the symphonic journey of "Tarkus," each disc unveils a musical universe that spans genres and defies conventions. Experience the iconic "Karn Evil 9 1st Impression" and the mesmerizing melodies of "Lucky Man," all meticulously curated to encapsulate ELP's artistic evolution.

Dive into the intricate fusion of rock, classical, and avant-garde, as these albums have defined progressive music for generations. Whether you're rediscovering the classics or embarking on a new auditory adventure, 'The Original Albums' box set is the ultimate gateway to ELP's timeless legacy. Elevate your collection today and relive the era of musical innovation that continues to inspire.

Contents: These five classic original ELP albums (The first five, 1970-1973):

CD1: Emerson, Lake & Palmer
CD2: Tarkus
CD3: Pictures At An Exhibition
CD4: Trilogy
CD5: Brain Salad Surgery

Tracklist
[CD1: Emerson, Lake & Palmer (2012 Remaster)]
1. The Barbarian
2. Take A Pebble
3. Knife-Edge
4. The Three Fates (i. Clotho / ii. Lachesis / iii. Atropos)
5. Tank
6. Lucky Man

[CD2: Tarkus (2012 Remaster)]
1. Tarkus (i. Eruption / ii. Stones Of Years / iii. Iconoclast / iv. Mass / v. Manticore / vi. Battlefield / vii. Aquatarkus)
2. Jeremy Bender
3. Bitches Crystal
4. The Only Way (Hymn)
5. Infinite Space (Conclusion)
6. A Time And A Place
7. Are You Ready Eddy?

[CD3: Pictures At An Exhibition (2016 Remaster)]
1. Promenade, Pt. 1
2. The Gnome
3. Promenade
4. The Sage
5. The Old Castle
6. Blues Variation
7. Promenade, Pt. 3
8. The Hut Of Baba Yaga, Pt. 1
9. The Curse Of Baba Yaga
10. The Hut Of Baba Yaga, Pt. 2
11. The Great Gates Of Kiev
12. Nutrocker

[CD4: Trilogy (2015 Remaster)]
1. The Endless Enigma, Pt. 1
2. Fugue
3. The Endless Enigma, Pt. 2
4. From The Beginning
5. The Sheriff
6. Hoedown
7. Trilogy
8. Living Sin
9. Abaddon's Bolero

[CD5: Brain Salad Surgery (2014 Remaster)]
1. Jerusalem
2. Toccata
3. Still...You Turn Me On
4. Benny The Bouncer
5. Karn Evil 9 1st Impression, Pt. 1
6. Karn Evil 9 1st Impression, Pt. 2
7. Karn Evil 9 2nd Impression
8. Karn Evil 9 3rd Impression

Packshot (click for full size):

ARK · **Joined:** 23 Mar 2013 **Posts:** 1320

If you have no ELP and want to explore without a compilation, these albums ought to do the trick. All this is essential; everything after this is gravy.

Linda · **Posted:** Sun Oct 08, 2023 11:56 pm

The USA pre-order price has dropped by $10.50, down to $39.49:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJDRCPL4/?tag=imwan-20

NoURider · **Joined:** 21 Jul 2006 **Posts:** 3308

Glad to see the original album series an ongoing endeavor. This one is particularly welcome.

Renny · 26 Jun 2006

NoURider wrote:

Glad to see the original album series an ongoing endeavor. This one is particularly welcome.

agreed, but this one is much more expensive than any others that i recall.

NoURider · **Joined:** 21 Jul 2006 **Posts:** 3308

Renny wrote:

NoURider wrote:

Glad to see the original album series an ongoing endeavor. This one is particularly welcome.

agreed, but this one is much more expensive than any others that i recall.

I noticed that as well. Typically in the $25-29 on high end...usually can pick up in the 17-22 depending. (I just picked up up Elvis Vol2 (includes all the Gold releases) for about 20. Here's to hoping it 'falls into line' after the release....

Linda · **Posted:** Wed Nov 08, 2023 12:45 pm

A packshot has been added to the first post. Vintage Manticore UK labels on each disc -- nice touch.

JohnG · 03 Aug 2006

ELP and any talk of ELP brings back good memories of the ICE board days as discussions there led me to my friendships with Jimbo and Bill L (who was involved in those early remasters). Back then an alternative tape got used that caused a bit of a stir.

The ongoing releases over the years of ELP material has always been contentious.

I’m sure I still have a copy of that particular ICE magazine that I wrote in about. It was a CD watchdog topic.

[2023-11-10] Emerson, Lake And Palmer "Original Albums" 5CD box set (BMG)

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