The quality and quantity of talent in the progressive rock bands of the 1970s was extraordinary. Not only because of the musical mastery they had, but because of the variety of styles and the ambition to create music that broke the mold. Emerson, Lake & Palmer was one of those bands. Since I heard his music those years, when I was 16, I was fascinated and that fascination never disappeared.
Carl is an incredible percussionist. Fun fact: this drum "kit" was probably the heaviest in Rock History. After ELP's success, Carl wanted a new set and decided on stainless steel... went to British Steel to find out what they had in stock. For stainless they had 0.25 inch and 0.50 inch thicknesses. He figured thicker was stronger and ordered the shells... not accounting for the weight. The full hit was a beast to move- the bass drum required two burley stagehands to carry it. Plus, the set actually caused a couple of stages to collapse... eventually requiring reinforcing in some locations. Eventually he sold it off and after a bit of a journey, it now resides in the possession of former Beatle Ringo Starr.
In 1974 these 3 were giving most people their first listen at prog rock. Carl Palmer was one of the great drummers of all-time. I'm not just saying that, but Neil Peart of Rush said that on more than one occasion. It's still one of the best drum solos I have ever seen. If the name Greg Lake sounds familiar, it's because you hear a song he wrote and sings quite a bit at Christmas time..."I believe in Father Christmas."
This has been my #1 band since 1970, when I followed Greg Lake when he left King Crimson. I was 17 and while still a rock fan I was getting enthralled by early Prog. Got to see them twice. Three expert musicians at the top of their game.
Like you said. God tier work, not only on drums but even more so on keyboards. So much more creative and skilful than anyone could even start to match today, and all with technology that is completely primitive by today's standards. These three really were special.
You said it for sure. Today's Mainstream Music is mostly beats and sound effects,but there's still plenty of musicians today that have mastered there Instruments.
"Why was talent so much better in this era? Today, we have beat machines, etc." You answered your own question. Technology today makes it too easy to put together a musical piece like some sonic Tinkertoys. The trouble is, music constructed in this way has no heart, no soul, no emotion, no talent. The bands and musical groups of the past were breaking the bonds of musical rules and experimented without restraint. Sometimes the results were not the greatest, but in the right hands, these artists spun musical gold, and ELP were at the forefront of the prog rock era. They are among the giants of progressive rock, worth continuing to check out.
Bro this IS truly Elite talent . All Timer ensemble . Bought their Album in '75 (Brain Salad Surgery) that has this piece (Karn Evil) on it ...mind blown THEN ...& this version live shows out as well . Deep Dive REQUIRED .
Each number did their own thing in the context of the band and contribution to the band as a whole hence the name Emerson Lake and Palmer according to Keith Emerson😮
"If you have to fix it with a computer, quantized piss corrected and overly inspected ... then you can't do it and I can't get behind that ..." Henry Rollins, William Shatner
Keith Emerson was vote the #1 keyboard player for several years. But you need to google Carl Palmer's Drum kit. 2 and a half tons of steel. Carl also did the 1st ever electric drum solo in a song called "...Toccata ".... and I would do the studio version. (I just love the way he did it way better. ) Carl is a black belt in the martial arts. Requires a lot of stamina and it shows.
WOW Karn Evil 9 First Impression Part 2.!!!...That is the exact one that I have been suggesting !! Full disclosure ; The 1st 3 minutes is audio of the end of the part 1 from a different concert. It doesn't go to the live audio and video until part 2 which starts with Welcome Back My Friends. Although I like this live version best for part 2 ... for the rest of it I prefer the studio versions
Is Carl is one of the best drummers ever. But one of the most unknown drummers. At least recognized. People throw up names like Phil Collins and other names. And those are good drummers, but no comparison with Carl Palmer
Unknown drummers? Seriously? The guy has been an icon in the music industry since the 70's. If someone's saying Phil Collins is one of the greats, well, you, my friend, are listening to the wrong crowd.
The quality and quantity of talent in the progressive rock bands of the 1970s was extraordinary. Not only because of the musical mastery they had, but because of the variety of styles and the ambition to create music that broke the mold. Emerson, Lake & Palmer was one of those bands. Since I heard his music those years, when I was 16, I was fascinated and that fascination never disappeared.
Carl is an incredible percussionist. Fun fact: this drum "kit" was probably the heaviest in Rock History. After ELP's success, Carl wanted a new set and decided on stainless steel... went to British Steel to find out what they had in stock. For stainless they had 0.25 inch and 0.50 inch thicknesses. He figured thicker was stronger and ordered the shells... not accounting for the weight. The full hit was a beast to move- the bass drum required two burley stagehands to carry it. Plus, the set actually caused a couple of stages to collapse... eventually requiring reinforcing in some locations. Eventually he sold it off and after a bit of a journey, it now resides in the possession of former Beatle Ringo Starr.
In 1974 these 3 were giving most people their first listen at prog rock. Carl Palmer was one of the great drummers of all-time. I'm not just saying that, but Neil Peart of Rush said that on more than one occasion. It's still one of the best drum solos I have ever seen. If the name Greg Lake sounds familiar, it's because you hear a song he wrote and sings quite a bit at Christmas time..."I believe in Father Christmas."
Thanks bro🔥 shinedown is coming the official video was blocked 6 times so i had to use a lyrical video😏
This has been my #1 band since 1970, when I followed Greg Lake when he left King Crimson. I was 17 and while still a rock fan I was getting enthralled by early Prog. Got to see them twice. Three expert musicians at the top of their game.
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Guaranteed to blow your head apart. Palmer drummed like this more or less non-stop for several hours. And he's still touring at 73.
Wow baby c a k e r s you know almost as much about them as I do😅 have a Happy Thanksgiving❤
The first prog "super group" Keith Emerson from "The Nice" Greg Lake from "King Crimson" and Carl Palmer from "Atomic Rooster" 😊
Like you said. God tier work, not only on drums but even more so on keyboards. So much more creative and skilful than anyone could even start to match today, and all with technology that is completely primitive by today's standards. These three really were special.
You said it for sure. Today's Mainstream Music is mostly beats and sound effects,but there's still plenty of musicians today that have mastered there Instruments.
"Why was talent so much better in this era? Today, we have beat machines, etc."
You answered your own question. Technology today makes it too easy to put together a musical piece like some sonic Tinkertoys. The trouble is, music constructed in this way has no heart, no soul, no emotion, no talent. The bands and musical groups of the past were breaking the bonds of musical rules and experimented without restraint. Sometimes the results were not the greatest, but in the right hands, these artists spun musical gold, and ELP were at the forefront of the prog rock era. They are among the giants of progressive rock, worth continuing to check out.
Well put my friend. ELP were the standard that other musicians were measured by back then😮
Bro this IS truly Elite talent .
All Timer ensemble .
Bought their Album in '75 (Brain Salad Surgery) that has this piece (Karn Evil) on it ...mind blown THEN ...& this version live shows out as well .
Deep Dive REQUIRED .
Each number did their own thing in the context of the band and contribution to the band as a whole hence the name Emerson Lake and Palmer according to Keith Emerson😮
This was the end of Part 1 leading into Part 2, which starts with "Welcome back my friends. . ."
I was at this concert Pooh Bear. I was 17 years old. I was also at the 1971 concert where yes was the opening act😮
"If you have to fix it with a computer, quantized piss corrected and overly inspected ... then you can't do it and I can't get behind that ..." Henry Rollins, William Shatner
Keith Emerson was vote the #1 keyboard player for several years. But you need to google Carl Palmer's Drum kit. 2 and a half tons of steel. Carl also did the 1st ever electric drum solo in a song called "...Toccata ".... and I would do the studio version. (I just love the way he did it way better. ) Carl is a black belt in the martial arts. Requires a lot of stamina and it shows.
Carl is in The Zone at this show. I was there, but too far away to actually see...
WOW Karn Evil 9 First Impression Part 2.!!!...That is the exact one that I have been suggesting !! Full disclosure ; The 1st 3 minutes is audio of the end of the part 1 from a different concert. It doesn't go to the live audio and video until part 2 which starts with Welcome Back My Friends. Although I like this live version best for part 2 ... for the rest of it I prefer the studio versions
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Great review my friend I like your style. You remind me of a good buddy of mine I used to hang out with back in the early seventies😊
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@@LilmannReacts thanks my man
You should listen to the studio version of the whole masterpiece.
Yes !!! Although I like this live version best for part 2 ... for the rest of it I prefer the studio versions
Decade of the Seventies poll
Keith Emerson #1 keyboards
Carl Palmer #1 drummer
Greg Lake #2 bass guitar
Unmatched
Is Carl is one of the best drummers ever. But one of the most unknown drummers. At least recognized. People throw up names like Phil Collins and other names. And those are good drummers, but no comparison with Carl Palmer
Unknown drummers? Seriously? The guy has been an icon in the music industry since the 70's. If someone's saying Phil Collins is one of the greats, well, you, my friend, are listening to the wrong crowd.