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Live at the Royal Albert Hall

Emerson, Lake & Palmer · 1993

70 min · 11 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · art rock

A dazzling showcase of virtuosic musicianship blending progressive rock with orchestral arrangements and theatrical flair.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • theatrical flair and grandeur
  • immersive live performance energy
  • virtuosic musicianship on display
  • wave-like pacing and flow

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, radio-friendly tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time of this release in 1993, Emerson, Lake & Palmer had experienced a significant hiatus since their last studio album, 'Love Beach' in 1978. This live recording captures the band at a moment of rediscovery, performing iconic tracks from their extensive catalog to a passionate audience at one of London's most prestigious venues.
Stylistic neighbors
Yes· Genesis· King Crimson

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Karn Evil No. 9 (1st Impression, Part 2) 1:44
  • 2 Tarkus (medley): I. Eruption / II. Stones of Years / III. Iconoclast 9:33
  • 3 Knife Edge 5:27
  • 4 Paper Blood 4:09
  • 5 Romeo & Juliet 3:40
  • 6 Creole Dance 3:16
  • 7 Still… You Turn Me On 3:17
  • 8 Lucky Man 4:37
  • 9 Black Moon 6:32
  • 10 Pirates 13:22
  • 11 Finale (medley): I. Fanfare for the Common Man / II. America / III. Rondo 14:40

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