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King Biscuit Flower Hour: Greatest Hits Live

Emerson, Lake & Palmer · 1997

102 min · 15 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · art rock

A dynamic live performance blending intricate musicianship with theatrical flair, showcasing the band's eclectic style.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic live performance energy
  • theatrical flair throughout tracks
  • gradual build to climax
  • extended improvisation sections
  • captivating for concert enthusiasts

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer concise, radio-friendly tracks
  • dislike lengthy instrumental passages

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1997, Emerson, Lake & Palmer were revisiting their storied past through live recordings, having disbanded in 1998. This album, released as a compilation of their greatest hits, serves as a celebration of their influential career in progressive rock, following their earlier reunion efforts and marking a nostalgic return for fans.
Stylistic neighbors
Yes· Genesis· King Crimson

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Peter Gunn Theme 3:44
  • 2 Tiger in a Spotlight 4:22
  • 3 C'est la vie 4:21
  • 4 Piano Improvisation 5:40
  • 5 Maple Leaf Rag 1:17
  • 6 Drum Solo 1:25
  • 7 The Enemy God 2:46
  • 8 Watching Over You 4:13
  • 9 Pirates 13:28
  • 10 Fanfare for the Common Man 8:21
  • 11 Hoe Down 4:24
  • 12 Still... You Turn Me On 3:02
  • 13 Lucky Man 3:09
  • 14 Piano Improvisation 7:10

Disc 2

  • 1 Karn Evil 9 34:46

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