From the Beginning
Emerson, Lake & Palmer · 2007
390 min · 53 tracks · progressive rock
A sweeping collection of symphonic rock that captures the experimental essence and virtuosity of a legendary progressive trio.
Top tracks — play these first
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Tarkus — This epic track features innovative compositions and complex arrangements, exemplifying ELP's pioneering spirit in progressive rock. Its sprawling narrative and rich instrumentation make it a quintessential representation of their musical artistry.
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Lucky Man Start here — With its poignant lyrics and memorable melody, this song showcases Greg Lake's vocal prowess and emotional depth. Its timeless appeal has made it one of the band's most enduring hits.
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Karn Evil 9 — This multi-part suite is a hallmark of ELP's theatrical style, blending complex time signatures with imaginative storytelling. Its ambitious scale reflects the band's artistic vision and technical mastery.
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Fanfare for the Common Man — This orchestral piece reinterprets Aaron Copland's classic work, highlighting ELP’s ability to fuse classical influences with rock elements. It stands out as a symbol of their innovative approach to genre blending.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with peaks
- patient unfolding of themes
- sprawling retrospective exploration
- introspective late-night listening
- immersive headphone detail hunting
Maybe skip if you
- instant gratification seekers
- single track listeners
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A comprehensive box set showcasing the band's evolution, appealing to dedicated fans.
- Themes
- progressive rock legacy· orchestral grandeur· sci-fi narratives
- Career context
- Released in 2007, 'From the Beginning' is a comprehensive box set that chronicles Emerson, Lake & Palmer's evolution from their debut in 1970 through to their later works. At this stage, the band had experienced various lineup changes and reunions, marking a reflective period as they celebrated their storied career with previously unreleased tracks and live performances.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Yes· Genesis· King Crimson
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Epitaph 8:48
- 2 Decline and Fall 5:49
- 3 Fantasia: Intermezzo Karelia Suite 8:54
- 4 Lucky Man Start here 4:41
- 5 Tank 6:51
- 6 Take a Pebble (live) 12:32
- 7 The Barbarian (live) 5:43
- 8 Knife Edge (live) 8:01
- 9 Rondo (live) 17:57
Disc 2
- 1 Tarkus 20:44
- 2 Bitches Crystal 3:59
- 3 A Time and a Place 3:01
- 4 “Oh, My Father” 4:08
- 5 The Endless Enigma (Part One) 6:43
- 6 Fugue 1:54
- 7 The Endless Enigma (Part Two) 2:04
- 8 From the Beginning 4:17
- 9 Trilogy 8:56
- 10 Abbadon’s Bolero 8:11
- 11 Hoedown 3:49
- 12 Jerusalem 2:49
- 13 Still You Turn Me On 2:55
- 14 When the Apple Blossoms 3:56
Disc 3
- 1 Karn Evil 9 29:46
- 2 Jeremy Bender / The Sheriff 5:05
- 3 C’est la vie 4:18
- 4 I Believe in Father Christmas (earlier version) 3:32
- 5 The Enemy God Dances With the Black Spirit 3:23
- 6 Piano Concerto No.1 18:27
- 7 Pirates 13:23
Disc 4
- 1 Aaron Copland Interview 1977 1:40
- 2 Fanfare for the Common Man 9:44
- 3 Honky Tonk Train Blues 3:13
- 4 Tiger in a Spotlight 4:36
- 5 Watching Over You 3:57
- 6 Introducing Fanfare / Peter Gunn Theme 4:33
- 7 Canario 4:01
- 8 Mars, the Bringer of War 7:57
- 9 Desde la vida 7:09
- 10 Black Moon 4:50
- 11 Footprints in the Snow 3:54
- 12 Romeo and Juliet (live) 3:36
- 13 Man in the Long Black Coat 4:16
- 14 Daddy 4:45
- 15 Hang On to a Dream 4:32
- 16 Touch and Go (live) 3:53
Disc 5
- 1 Hoedown 4:40
- 2 Tarkus 22:53
- 3 Take a Pebble 4:37
- 4 Lucky Man Start here 3:01
- 5 Piano Improvisation 9:56
- 6 Pictures at an Exhibition 15:28
- 7 Rondo 18:29
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Close to the Edge
Yes
Shares intricate melodies and orchestral arrangements with a strong progressive rock narrative.
In the Court of the Crimson King
King Crimson
Explores similar themes of grandiosity and complexity within a psychedelic rock framework.
The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway
Genesis
Combines storytelling with elaborate instrumentation, reflecting an epic thematic journey.
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