EMERSON,LAKE AND PALMER(ELP) - THE BEGINNING REACTION - First time hearing

EMERSON,LAKE AND PALMER(ELP) - THE BEGINNING REACTION
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[@dickcnormis1444]

Greg Lake was such a great singer and acoustic player. I wish ELP would have done more songs in this style.

[@greybeard2280]

They did many tracks like this, you have to look for the deep cuts. Works Album Vol 2. has several tracks on both sides that features Greg Lake's wonderful guitar work and his vocals. And Greg Lake played acoustic, electric, and bass guitar. Not only could he sing, but write the incredible words he sang.

[@barrylyndongurley]

The late-60's to mid-70's period birthed some of the best progressive Rock ever..and ELP was right there at the top.

[@sammybeck7794]

What's so cool about this song is that through the whole song other than Carl's percussion, Greg plays all acoustic and electric guitars and bass guitar not to mention the vocals. What a talented young chap he was.

[@lindacarlton3154]

And he can chew gum at the same time. I'm referring to a live video of Greg Lake playing "still you turn me on" and chewing gum. It was impressive! Some people can't walk and chew gum. Greg could not only sing perfectly and play perfectly He could chew gum at the same time. He was a gifted musician!

[@StevesFunhouse]

@@lindacarlton3154 Now THAT is the definition of a BORN musician !!! The fact you brought up was also VERY punny 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 !!!

[@moonrich3492]

@@lindacarlton3154 So did Wally Bryson, guitarist and occasional lead vocalist of The Raspberries.

[@heartsource417]

I liked your analogies for the different aspects of the song. These guys had a rare vision of the movement of their music. So fantastic. Great reaction. Caressing, breathing,.....a song would have to be beautiful and unique for those words. I so agree. Thank you.

[@maggimar3118]

Thanks for the wonderful review of this ELP masterpiece - have admired and loved this band for over 50 years.

[@scottbaldock3363]

A beautiful musical sound trip, my favorite song of all time.

[@raelsackey104]

This song always gives me the deepest sense of nostalgia of ANY song. It always brings to mind a dearly departed friend from my school days, who introduced me to the rock/fusion blend. We never saw each other after our teens, but ever so often he would return to my home town and would ask about me. We never managed to meet up, and then the news came from a mutual friend that he had passed . I felt such a sense of loss! This Caucasian brother, meeting up with a Black boy from the Caribbean in an Episcopalian church school in the 4th grade until 12th grade graduation, hanging out, listening to music, smoking weed, playing sports, all while getting an education; not merely of the academic variety, but on a much broader landscape, that would serve us well throughout our lives! Too bad we always assumed that we would have forever to reunite at some point. Bless his soul, and thank you ELP!

[@artgentile5776]

I can't believe you said it was like from another planet. I said the exact same thing when I first heard this song as a teenager in 1973.

[@patriciosuau9479]

Maestros , Emerson, Lake and Palmer. Genios y talento innato.

[@DJHolte]

I think this is a good song to introduce yourself to ELP -- it's incredibly beautiful, but also very accessible... and most of their music is far more complex, as they are first and foremost a progressive rock band. But I do think you'll love it -- and you may find it stretches your musical comfort zone just a little bit. I grew up listening to their album "Brain Salad Surgery" and still love it to death.

[@AllenArt64]

Greg Lake - great voice, great guitar player. Miss him.

[@tommessner3502]

Keith Emerson was the best Keyboardist in Rock. He made the Moog Synthesizer into an instrument of new sound.

[@edwardthorne9875]

I agree. Robert Moog had this 'thing' he was trying to sell. He thought that advertising firms would be interested in its new sounds. Then, he heard what Keith Emerson was doing, and said -- YES, that is what I invented this for.

[@anonamoose5673]

Always loved them

[@thomascanfield9165]

They were sure impactful for just three guys ! My first concert was seeing them in 72’ as a young pup of 15. Once I could drive I saw them twice more during high school and they were epic shows. So much was happening with music in the 70’s and they were right out on the vanguard !

[@sylviatroy2896]

One of my favorite songs from ELP. Thank you.

[@supasoulproductions]

If you like the singer (who was also the guitarist and bassist) His name is Greg Lake and he also was the singer for the first few albums by King Crimson. Anything off off their debut album 'In the Court of the Crimson King' is FANTASTIC!

[@cesaref.6874]

Bellissima!

[@nancysmith38]

This tune is not typical of ELP. I think it’s their best though

[@mandarinlearner]

The electronic part at the end is the first use of synthesizer in pop music. Keith Emerson was brilliant at starting the use of synthesized keyboard. There is so much to hear from this band. They also used at of classical music in their songs

[@garyarnett1220]

Close to the first but not quite. They used it a couple of years earlier on Lucky Man and the actual first use was by The Monkees in 1968 on their album "Pisces Aquarius..." Micky Dolenz had one of only 2 synthesizers in the US at that time.

[@doplinger1]

@@garyarnett1220 - Exactly right - I believe Micky bought the 2nd Moog made. One of my favorite Monkees songs "Daily Nightly".

[@crimsonwizard2560]

ELP took it on tour, ye olde Moog. They showed synthesisers could be portable (ha) but unpredictable.

[@crimsonwizard2560]

@Rusty Gears Actually Keith Emerson also di the end piece of Lucky Man in 1970. ELP were way ahead of every other group.

[@steveowens2505]

Mickey got Moog after seeing one demoed at Monterey Pop Festival. Abbey Road has George’s Moog all over it. Man Fred Mann’s was lent to Keith and programmed Keith’s once it was delivered. Buck Owens had one before Emerson as well.

[@johnj2763]

Nice Harri. Finally! ELP is a superb group. Long overdue for the recognition they richly deserves from music lovers today and from the powers that be in the Rock Hall/Grammy crowd..

[@greybeard2280]

I guarantee you Harri this is not the last! ELP is my #1 favorite, and the journey I'm going to take you through will be magical. "From the Beginning" is the best sound for your baptism! I'm personally grateful that you enjoyed this. Thanks my friend for your insight to this wonderful track! Stay real Harri! P.S. You wore the right shirt to listen to this tune!✌️❤️🤘

[@elegantirony78]

Still You Turn Me On should be next

[@greybeard2280]

@@elegantirony78 read my mind, I was thinking that track or "Lucky Man". Be on the lookout for more!✌️❤️🤘

[@michelemichele3375]

Hey MM. I’ve missed your comments. When I saw Harri doing ELP, I figured it was you! Great selection. Take care. ✨🤪

[@DJHolte]

I had much the same thought, GMM, that this was a great initial entry for him to listen to - though Harri's description of "baptism" is better than anything I could say, haha. So the question then becomes, do we gently lower him into the waters of ELP (a la Lucky Man, etc.), or do we toss him in headfirst (a la Karn Evil 9), and hope he'll stay afloat? 😉

[@greybeard2280]

@@DJHolte well there's Lucky Man, but I was thinking "Take a Pebble" next. Yeah Karn Evil 9 with it's 3 impressions would be a little much after "From the Beginning"...lol! Have to ease him into it!

[@ramonmiranda2037]

ELP el grupo progresivo por excelencia...fromm the beginings . Es apenas la punta del iceberg de la fantástica obra de este super grupo...los invito a escucharlos sobretodo a los milenials.. genios musicales Larga vida a ELP......Atenco México 🇲🇽

[@karlsaurez]

Como ya comenté en otro sitio (con la reacción a ELO) yo escuché a ELP en 1977 por vez primera. No sabía quienes eran. Yo era el menos pobre de mis amigos (en España) y podía comprar un LP al mes, mas o menos (ahorrando). Escuchábamos la música a través de las ventanas de unos billares que había junto al parque y comenzamos a escuchar lo que creíamos que era ELP pero en realidad era ELO. Mas tarde vi en una tienda de discos el álbum Trilogy... y lo robé. Lo reconozco y ya lo confesé al cura. Creo que el delito ha prescrito. Pero el caso es que buscando a la ELO encontré a ELP y ya nunca lo dejé. Tengo todos sus LP hasta Works II, lo que vino después no merece la pena.

[@jangle4246]

Like an intricate and exquisite carving in jade. This is particularly fine rock music!

[@johngardner4096]

"Santana on acoustics" - I had never thought of it that way, but you're right!

[@progqueen5952]

Great pick! Never inducted in the rock and roll hall of fame. Thats a real damn shame. Greetings from Illinois!

[@danielvolk237]

Great Choice Greybeard. Harri you are a "Lucky Man" to have such great patrons as Greybeard and some other very good ones. 😉 🕊️👍💟🔥

[@karenj3611]

Beautiful song

[@19HurdyGurdyMan46]

I just love the way you appreciate music Harri, it's a joy to behold.

[@shelter9236]

And another rabbit hole to jump down, the Moog is something special with them so enjoy. Thanks, Harri!

[@Cosmo-Kramer]

Excellent reaction, Harri, as usual. These guys were great in '70s, and their sound always takes me back to that wonderful time.

[@rk41gator]

Such a magical song. Loved this from the beginning.

[@anthonyferrell7517]

This song, Still, You Turn Me On" and "Cest LaVie" are my absolute favorite ELP songs. In my opinion, no other songs by them can compare. Not a huge fan of most of their other stuff. Greg Lake wrote all 3 of those songs, if Im not mistaken.

[@edigabrieli7864]

The finesse of every phrase is majestic. Sometime I wonder if a musician from the future has traveled back in time to give us a glimpse of what music will sound in a golden age.

[@kevindohn6776]

ELP was the 2nd rock concert i saw, way back in 1977 at the Olympic stadium in Montreal, Carl Palmer was one of the first few drummers that inspired me when i was a young drummer, now I'm an old drummer, and Greg Lake has one of the nicest thick warm singing voices I've ever heard. Sadly Emmerson & Lake are gone now, but Palmer is still drumming like a 30 year old

[@greybeard2280]

I think Carl gave Neil Peart some great competition! One of Carl's greatest drum solos is in the track titled "Tank". If you haven't heard it here's a link the solo starts at 2:00 kzbin.info/www/bejne/mIfWqGytf8aod9E

[@dagmar.6954]

Love this progressive rock supergroup from the 70's. They had a unique sound that included classical music with jazz & symphonic rock elements. Also loved their use of the Hammond organ, Moog synthesizer & piano. Their sound is like no other band. One of my favorite songs by them is "Fanfare For The Common Man" - Live at Olympic Stadium, Montreal in 1977. Sadly both Keith Emerson & Greg Lake died in 2016, leaving only Carl Palmer.

[@greybeard2280]

Have you heard Keith's rendition of the Nutcracker Suite call "Nutrocker"? It's definitely worth a listen.

[@dagmar.6954]

@@greybeard2280 Yes I have. Love it!

[@StevesFunhouse]

From Wikipedia: Emerson died on 11 March 2016 in Santa Monica, California, of a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. His body was found at his Santa Monica home. Following a post-mortem, the medical examiner ruled Emerson's death a suicide, and concluded that he had also suffered from heart disease and from depression associated with alcohol. According to Emerson's girlfriend Mari Kawaguchi, Emerson had become "depressed, nervous and anxious" because nerve damage had hampered his playing, and he was worried that he would perform poorly at upcoming concerts in Japan and disappoint his fans. Such a loss. We still mourn for both him and Greg. RIP guys 😔😢😭🥀🙏

[@stevecappello9620]

Totally agree with Fanfare for the Common Man, but you need to hear the long version played in the Empty Montreal Olympic Stadium in the middle of Winter. Emerson just gets righteous with the keys! Truly Epic!

[@dagmar.6954]

@@stevecappello9620 Agree, that one is my favorite.

[@michaellynch5254]

Diamonds in your ears bro.

[@teethhuller8275]

Fanfare for the common man!!

[@kmach1000]

Santana acoustic, very well said, Harri! My favorite of them is C'est la vie.

[@Patrick370Z]

Great ELP song and a great reaction from the coolest cat on KZbin!

[@MrWhoevr]

All three members of ELP are extremely talented. True professionals.

[@gavinholt5428]

Fanfare for the common man is my unbeatable favourite song of their's. It's a must Listen.

[@jypziiatthecrossroads9047]

We have to wait until the end for Emerson's solo, but he never disappoints.

[@donrussell1881]

To me this is funny, I've been an ELP fan since the sevendies. Their music has touched my heart. I just love them. Them, the Moody Blues and Pink Floyd, will always be a part of my life.

[@The5thGen]

Excellent choice!

[@lindakessler8768]

One of my all time favorite songs...bought it when it came out. 👍❤🤙

[@Imadrummin]

Greybeard Music Man brings us a jewel from ELP. A fantastic song. I await the ELP journey too. Thank you Harri for your take and reaction. Marvelous!!

[@astroteech]

This takes me back to my high school years when it first came out. It is as profound today as it was then. I and my friend learned how to play the intro on our acoustic guitars.

[@jeffreypattie7150]

Amazing song & band!!! Live, above & beyond, ty 4 reminding me how blessed I was to see them.twice in early& mid 70s,, love ur ear& ur take on this. Karn evil 9, to the show that never ends, time less

[@rhiahlMT]

Such a great group. ELP was outstanding.

[@davidward3122]

Melissa Ward here. They were fantastic, and were one of my favorites all those years ago.

[@wallacecallow2255]

One of the biggest prog rock bands of the 70's. Lucky Man is another similar type of song to this one you'll like, and a strangely prophetic description of Keith Emerson''s sad demise. He was probably the greatest synth and keyboards player around. Greg Lake so good at vocals and guitar, bass. And Carl Palmer a wizard on the drums.

[@roberta.6399]

The production value along with the talent sends me to a wonderful calm place that is really good. Thanks for keeping great music alive.

[@aviatom1]

Not a bad song on that album, awesome song off an awesome album. Thanks Harri

[@jimwilcox2964]

You may have heard Fanfare fot the Common Man used as the Olympics opening a coup lb e of times. There is a live outdoor in the winter version in a empty Olympic stadium worth watching

[@freegracetruthembrace7188]

Greybeard's batting 100% . ELP deep dive on the menu ? In a nearly perfect world ...

[@greybeard2280]

I have much more coming. I get 5 requests a month, and don't want to overload our friend Harri...lol! But I think from here on out I'll be putting in 1 or 2 ELP requests in a month to him. I'm going to build him up to the good stuff, this was the beginning so I thought this track was fitting for this journey I plan to take him on.

[@freegracetruthembrace7188]

@@greybeard2280 Magnificent music . All time virtuosity . First Album Emerson Lake & Palmer , Tarkus , Trilogy , Pictures At An Exhibition ..Brain Salad Surgery ...live recordings . Take your pick .

[@davidbentley145]

One of my fave Prog rock bands...I party'd to all of em back in the laye 60's n early 70's...nice to see you man...much love...d

[@davidmckenzie420]

My favorite group. Glad you finally got here. And understand that most of their stuff is the epitome of prog-rock. I had the pleasure of seeing them twice in the early 70's, and it doesn't get any better than that. You might want to check out Jerusalem next, to see more about what these 3 guys can do.

[@Philtration]

"Santana on an acoustic" After loving this song all these years that is a description that never occurred to me and now I cannot unhear it.

[@minkhollow]

Trilogy is just a standout album all around. The title track or "The Endless Enigma" (make sure you have all three parts, around 10 minutes total) will give you a good taste of their capabilities without being quite as Much as "Tarkus" or "Karn Evil 9" are. And then there's their cover of "Hoedown," which SMOKES.

[@HRConsultant_Jeff]

Greg Lake often performed this song after the group went their separate ways. HIs guitar skills were top level. I learned to play this song as a teenager when it came out (yes I am that old). It was one of those songs that set you a little apart from others at the time. All 3 were incredible musicians. Keith was a genius on the keyboards and Palmer was a percussionist that few bands had.

[@kenhewitt7357]

Good santana analogy! Beautiful song and very cool.

[@timtravasos2742]

Beautiful song. And great, detailed analysis.

[@devonvergiels5185]

ELP was the first concert I went to in 1977. I liked the music before. I loved the music after. Still do, always, always makes me smile.

[@ednoponen2943]

I liked what you said about there being so much space inn this performance. I heard what you meant right away. Thanks Harri, my guru. Great reaction!!

[@greybeard2280]

Not only is Harri a guru, but also a Sultan. Sultan of Reactions!

[@edithdavis2848]

Great band.

[@jillw4983]

Love version of Still is good

[@brucebrown73]

You are opening Pandora’s box with these guy’s. Their range of classic and hard rock is amazing

[@joyceknotts9659]

Love this band 4 ever!

[@C-130-Hercules]

This song is such an amazing treat for the ears. I cannot put it into words…. …know what I mean 🤔

[@glenndespres5317]

Nice reaction Harri, to this timeless piece by ELP.

[@thomasflynn5366]

I saw them in the 70s. They were awesome.

[@tedr3586]

One of my favorites is 'Footprints in the Snow'

[@moonchild9876]

I love Greg Lake, one of my favorites. You should do the song Trilogy next. Its Rock Opera. 😍

[@BeeLineEast]

Great song. Glad you reacted to this song. Saw them at the Poconos Rock Fest . in July 1972. They cut a record of them performing at this concert.

[@robertherring9277]

Dedicated this to my wife... in 86....

[@torccchaser6712]

Sad you never saw them live.......explore more of their work...great vid brother

[@michaelnorris7353]

Really enjoy your reactions. If you liked this number from ELP you should give "In The Court Of The Crimson King" a try. Great job - thank you.

[@mackssboo]

Trilogy is my favorite album from them,,,

[@WarrenFahyAuthor]

Lovely, dude. Such a great experience to watch these experiences passed along.

[@annheckenbach9396]

Take a Pebble, is to me, one of the most amazing, beautiful pieces of music produced in the era. It showcases classical training; it's on this same "album". I saw another reaction duo listen to it, both musicians themselves, they were stunned. But hey, sometimes I am stunned myself at the musicality of my generation, looking back. I feel lucky to have been there for it.

[@greybeard2280]

I totally agree with your analogy. Take a Pebble is a masterpiece in its own rights! The intro with Keith strumming the piano strings, Genius! You just know your going to hear something special. That's where I'm taking him next with ELP.

[@kratino]

None of the three was classically trained. Carl had a little formal classical training on tuned percussion when they were already well established.

[@v.downes9608]

I can’t believe I forgot about this group, I love them. Have their albums too. Wow, I feel dumb.

[@patricialegge2482]

Music can take you places in your memory, it's so beautiful. Love this. Wish I had a time machine.

[@marcotorazzina3]

Fantastica

[@dennisdickson6210]

Such a cool song👍

[@AppalachiaRRlover]

Best song to start with!!!!

[@tvgator1]

There are certain songs that I KNOW you’re gonna love even before you listen to them. This most definitely is one of them. As soon as I saw the title I knew this would bring a huge smile. This song is sooooo mellow and fantastic, and I’ve been trying to play this on my guitar for close to 30 years now….

[@debbiechang5781]

Another great pick from Greybeard! I just love the acoustic guitar work in this song! We were so fortunate to have grown up with the great wealth of wonderful music that came from the 60’s and 70’s. Fantastic🌺✌️

[@SADFORIAN]

"Santana on acoustic." Never thought of that, but that's a solid analogy. / I adore this song

[@lynnieiapichino1121]

☮️💙💙💙puts me in a trance!

[@Raittway]

This is one of my favorite songs. I saw ELP live in 1978. Incredible show

[@dmCurator]

Another iconic, British progressive rock band. There's a theme developing here!

[@christophermorrison8632]

I had to laugh when you paused it after the first part and said it's like Santana on acoustic. I thought 'wait til he hears the rest' :-) apparently that synth solo at the end was done in one first take when Emerson had been to the pub beforehand. That's what real talent looks like.

[@jad4680]

great reaction harri! love this song!! this is a summers day resting in the sun reflecting on life. ; )

[@brucefelger4015]

Keith Emerson was one of the few people to ever use the Full Moog in concert. mini-moogs came out shortly there after, and were much easier to set up and use on stage

[@joelliebler5690]

You are so right about this tune as they give the music room to breathe!👍🏻

[@ericreep5341]

Love your reaction, sir! My first reaction was pretty much the same. I was 9 or 10 when this came out, after I'd started playing piano. "Lucky Man" had another great, outro solo, that just sucked me right in! Peace brother.

[@jollyrodgers7272]

Wow, finally getting around to some ELP. I hope you go back and listen to these classics straight thru to capture the mood they spent so much time in the studio to create - otherwise, why even listen at all? try LUCKY MAN, FANFARE FOR THE COMMON MAN, C'EST LA VIE.

[@marckusel5602]

My father listened to classical music and loved a group called the Nice w Keith Emerson. He took me to my first concert in 1970 ELP.

[@oldairyheir]

Classic ELP! Thanks, Harri! ✌🏻💀

[@kathyedleman633]

Try "Still you turn me On" and "Lucky Man " is a great start :)