Works Live
Emerson, Lake & Palmer · 1993
87 min · 15 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · art rock
A vibrant fusion of classical influences and rock energy, showcasing the band's virtuosic musicianship and theatrical flair.
Works Live is an album by Emerson, Lake & Palmer, released in 1993. A vibrant fusion of classical influences and rock energy, showcasing the band's virtuosic musicianship and theatrical flair. The album is significant for its representation of ELP's live sound, showcasing their ability to blend complex arrangements with improvisational prowess. It received positive reviews for its energetic performances and solidified their legacy within the progressive rock genre, appealing to both long-time fans and new listeners alike. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Works Live sound like?
A vibrant fusion of classical influences and rock energy, showcasing the band's virtuosic musicianship and theatrical flair. Rooted in progressive rock and psychedelic rock.
What makes Works Live by Emerson, Lake & Palmer notable?
The album is significant for its representation of ELP's live sound, showcasing their ability to blend complex arrangements with improvisational prowess. It received positive reviews for its energetic performances and solidified their legacy within the progressive rock genre, appealing to both long-time fans and new listeners alike. Released in 1993, 'Works Live' captures Emerson, Lake & Palmer during a period of revival after their disbandment in 1990. This album followed their earlier ambitious projects and marked their return to live performance, featuring a mix of reimagined classics and new material that highlights their evolution as artists.
How many songs are on Works Live?
Works Live has 15 tracks, running approximately 87 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Introductory Fanfare 0:52
- 2 Peter Gunn 3:34
- 3 Tiger in a Spotlight Standout 4:08
- 4 C’est la vie 4:14
- 5 Watching Over You 3:59
- 6 Maple Leaf Rag 1:14
- 7 The Enemy God (Dances With the Black Spirits) 2:46
- 8 Fanfare for the Common Man Standout 10:55
- 9 Knife Edge 5:03
- 10 Show Me the Way to Go Home 4:20
Disc 2
- 1 Abaddon’s Bolero 6:03
- 2 Pictures at an Exhibition Standout 15:43
- 3 Closer to Believing 5:29
- 4 Piano Concerto No. 1 6:41
- 5 Tank 12:38
Release Date
January 1, 1993
Artist Origin
England
Runtime
87 min 46 sec
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