Greg Lake Interview, Q104.3

[@iwillrocknroll4eva]

It was great to see you again Greg with this interview. I've loved you and your music "From The Beginning." You rock!!!

[@normc8169]

Its such a big lost in my musical heroes list. One more. Damn it 2016. Its been a hard one in music industry. Thank you Greg for youre art and great talent.Your warm and wonderfull voice will still resonate in my heart for the rest of my life. RIP

[@celtic0317]

Perfect description

[@johninjersey]

Oh what a lucky man I was to see Emerson, Lake, and Palmer live in 1973.. RIP Greg RIP Keith. You will live forever in music!

[@kfsfkakf]

Am I the only one who thinks Greg Lake's voice is incredibly soothing?

[@ralex3697]

Ryan Lane The man was a legend

[@SorrentoShore]

Yes, you're the only one

[@feliciajoy2264]

No sir. Am I the only one. whom is a bit concerned at the fact that on that note. There are 32??? Of us whom know better? Or are there just that many lost souls among us.. Greg lake sang. Lived , interviewed soly as a solid human being. Clean through

[@Catlady77777]

No you arent

[@MassimilianoCavalera]

That's pretty much his M.O.

[@nunyerbeeznaz2906]

The music and the Man were both Magic of a great nature. They made my young life fuller,and better by their presence.Fanfare was a theme song for our local fireworks show,originally free, then restricted to a pay venue and ruined by commercialism. ELP was MY Band of Note for many years and still are. Rip Greg. I hear they got one helluva band up there. I can just imagine Jimi and Janis with no noise restrictions. And Jim Marshall making the world louder every day.

[@mlbolts72]

I saw elp in the late 90s. Pretty good show One of the best bands ever

[@N8R_Quizzie]

I loved his younger voice but his older voice is a different flavor of the same thing it sounds great. Greg was quite wonderful

[@lovemrj4ever]

Ooh what a classy man he was.

[@jyuke9955]

I believe in Greg Lake.

[@guinnesstrail6799]

Pound for pound, one of the great prockers

[@pbrstreetgang6681]

Hey Q! Start playing I'd Love To Change The World by Ten Years After again. No more Lefty censorship.

[@henryhooker2770]

To all the people citing Greg's weight, he has toured the world many times, received platinum records and performed in front of hundred of thousands of people. So... What have you done?

[@oceanwatchesclaudejolly1742]

exactly Henry you made a very good point , many are feeling jealous , Greg Lake is a star . he achieved success by his hard work also he is a lover animals , he saved many animals he built a shelter . He is my hero .

[@sarahfish132]

It worried me. I was afraid he was ill as his face looked like a prednisone moon face. Unfortunately I was right. I don't think I will ever get over losing him or Keith Emerson.'

[@anonymusum]

@@sarahfish132 Everyone who had something like a brain could see that Greg was ill. And I hope that those guys who wrote all these disrepectful coms realize what they did. Keith was always somewhat like a guiding light in my musical career. First with The Nice and then with ELP of course. But my background was classical music and I thought that it was a great idea to combine it with the power and freedom of rock and jazz music. Since then I really had a crush on Keith and on Greg as well cause he was such a good multi instrumentalist, writer and singer. I try to keep their music alive by playing it with my own trio. Two years ago I played a real big concert with my band, a symphony orchestra and ELP-music. It was just great and we all had a lot of fun. On the other hand it was kinda sad as they will never be heard on stage or in the studio anymore. And today´s rock music is just the opposite of what ELP did - what means trying to create something new even if it´s not a commercial success. So - whenever I think of them I feel a bit lonely.

[@ElSmusso]

Henry Hooker I think he’s beautiful, when he was young he was godlike.

[@Robin-xt7yo]

@@sarahfish132 Yes, certain meds will cause weight gain and retention. The beautiful actress Kathleen Turner (Bodyheat, Romancing the Stone et al) had weight gain from meds for rheumatoid arthritis. So it's not always due to eating.

[@MechanicalRabbits]

I started crying like a waterfall as soon as he started playing Lucky Man. You will be missed Greg, rest in peace.

[@PraytheRosaryEveryDay]

I saw in in KC in the very early 70's. Never will I forget how he looked standing upon the stage in his white suit with the breeze blowing his hair. His voice was just as good in person, in that concert, as it was in the sound studio. It was wonderful. God rest his soul. A prayer that he is with the Good God, and not in the court of the crimson king.

[@texanperry]

Rest In Peace, Greg... what a talent you were and gave us the gift of great music...😞

[@lucatomas]

Oh, what a great man, he was...

[@milehighed52801]

And a Lucky Man, too!

[@jojoz]

what a classy gentleman, talented, and there for his fans....not a vain bone in his body Salute to you Mr. Lake xxx

[@privateryan3437]

The best

[@eddiebrown687]

Greg Lake has brought a lot of great memories to his fans for many years......a great musician and singer. Cal Jam in '74 was incredible. Yet he's always seemed to be gracious in his interviews, appreciative of the life he has lived with his music. Unlike so many others that let fame ruin them. Greg is a "lucky man", and so were we......

[@SuperColtra]

Greg Lake claims he wrote the lyrics to Lucky Man when he was a boy.

[@lkaurie]

Greg was an incredibly beautiful singer and guitar player. Mesmerizing. So sad he is no longer with us. I would love to see him perform because I never did unfortunately.

[@aplacetohideaway]

He exudes confidence, intelligence, class and talent; can still play and sing a song to perfection, and can carry on a great conversation. In my eyes, that IS really hot.

[@marcntexas]

Still heartbroken.... A true musician to the end. What a great life

[@briangotate6218]

Rip you were so loved. I thank everyone in your band too. What a legend .

[@greggreen5337]

This man has magic in his voice and fingers. I want this played when I go.

[@jumpercable20]

I spent almost 10 years before learning how to play "From the Beginning". I tear up every time I play one of his songs on my guitar.

[@oliviarios5750]

Loved this man. And miss him terribly. And with the magic of recordings I can still listen to his wonderful voice and songs. Rest in peace Greg.

[@renegadewa4183]

This is a man doing what he was meant to do. We are the lucky men and women to be priveledged with the honor of having him in our lifetime!! To still be doing this at almost 70 years of age is amazing. Truly an honor!!

[@vadimkorobicyn]

Просто перевел на русский язык ваши слова)) Это человек, делающий то, что должен был сделать. Мы счастливые мужчины и женщины, которых можно приветствовать с честью иметь его в нашей жизни! По-прежнему делать это почти в 70 лет является удивительным. Поистине честь!

[@johnpetrucci4834]

We are indeed the ''Lucky Ones'', thank you Greg.

[@progqueen5952]

My first song I will play is Lucky Man. I’m learning guitar right now, age 59. Greg wrote it at 12 yrs old to learn his first four chords and I love that song and him so much! Thanks for the post!

[@lisamoroney3036]

Same!!!!

[@jumpercable20]

@@lisamoroney3036 One of the tricks to this song is the hammer on the A string with starting with the G cord before going to the D cord.

[@Lordlayton100]

His talent, inspiration, and music from the heart is a true gift to us all!

[@funkycandycool]

Greg was truly one of the brightest stars. What a beautiful legacy he left us. We are the lucky ones.

[@lpjbird]

My Lord, why do people feel the need to criticize others. expecially someone who's avhieved 50 times more than probably every critical bastard doing the ragging. People dont stay the exactly the same as they grow older, thats the way life is for the majority of us. He's a fooking living legend be happy for him still making music.

[@donaldheitger6731]

Jr Bondy There jealous.These guys were so so awesome ,you give these gentleman great respect,thank you.God bless them,God bless them.

[@jumpercable20]

@@donaldheitger6731 Some may be jealous, and some wanted him to be around a lot longer than he was. I wanted him to out live me. Is that wrong ?

[@AEN.]

Thank you for this interview and thanks Greg Lake for his lifetime stories. I saw him live 10 years ago when he toured Italy. I am lucky to have a dad who has all their vinyls, cd and dvd ... my dad saw their show in 1973 in Bologna Stadium. Great Legacy

[@bxb590]

I remember this when I was in high school. Where did 40+ years go?

[@OneCupOfCoffee204]

It was the mid-evil influence that attracted me all those years ago. Love this guy, ELP and King Crimson. He lives on through his music.

[@lisamoroney3036]

Mesmerizing….We all miss ❤you Greg !!!🎸 🎵 🎼 🎶

[@drysabre]

Greg is a legend - his physical shape is just an external thing. I was at his concert that Dan mentioned in an interview, and I spoke with Greg. I am a lucky man.

[@mary-annkucher4221]

I'm so sad to hear of Greg's death. Love to his family and friends. Oh, Lucky Man, you now sing with the angels! RIP

[@starlastockwell8084]

Forever King Greg in a Crimson Lake

[@leolopez_0728]

Greg graciously gave me his autograph in Houston TX during the Emerson & Lake Manticore studio tour 2010 and so did Keith. God bless and RIP Greg, dearly missed!

[@JaneCOrockin]

Amazing what a voice still!

[@jonesy2111]

What a lovely man...just a sweet soul

[@rorybass7915]

He was such an underrated bassist

[@bobmerc3312]

Pretty lame making fun of Lakes weight..the music survived...the 70s were such a great time to grow up.

[@kimrunic5874]

+Bob Merc That's right, Greg has a medical condition anyway. He suffers from acute addiction to steak and kidney pies.

[@MOAONAABE]

the ciggys got him , back in the 60s

[@shirleypena4133]

+Kim Runic How utterly foolish your comment looked when you posted it two years ago, and now, armed with the facts of his illness, your silly arsed, cruel comment makes you look like the village idiot.

[@shirleypena4133]

+MARVIN THE BOON Greg was suffering from COPD, starting in the early 1990s when I knew him. However, by the time this interview and performance was done he was suffering from pancreatic cancer. Looking back on this it's a miracle that Greg was able to perform this well, bless him. The man was born to make music. It was the very air he breathed. He was unlike anyone I have known before or since; a one off. I'll never forget him.

[@sulladrum]

What a pleasure of a man. So unlike too many musicians, So warm and real. Although like many, I turned away from Prog when DIY music came along, I never lost my love for ELP and Geg was the soul of the band.

[@thundergod1298]

Just once I'd like to not see any fat jokes in the comment section. How shallow....

[@thundergod1298]

+LemonsAndSalt Like I said, how shallow....

[@thundergod1298]

+Axe Man I'm sure Greg is laughing all the way to the bank....

[@theknightsofawesomeness2701]

I can't see any fat jokes

[@nanettegiesige5036]

I was in love from the first concert many years ago. He was amazing.

[@Gunners_Mate_Guns]

Rest in peace, Greg. Total class act and one hell of a great guitarist, songwriter, and singer.

[@Tsnore]

A rock legend indeed.

[@sbrubaker]

Magic, indeed! Greg, your voice is still as beautiful as when I first heard you in the '70s. Still gives me goose bumps! Love ya, Greg!

[@briangoldy8784]

RIP.............Greg Lake.....................Brain Salad Surgery.............1973.. My Introduction to ELP............Miss You .Forever.

[@chollis54]

Who are the 7 people that didn't like this? RIP Greg.......... E & L have now gone.... only P left!

[@gordon7443]

nice one Greg you still got it! :)

[@adrathemetaloutlaw754]

RIP Greg. You are a legend. Long live Lucky Man

[@martinruiz8953]

ANOTHER MASTERFUL SONG BY A LEGENDARY MUSICIAN GREG LAKE AND ELP!!

[@richthenative]

Great interview, introspective, Greg is such a good guy.

[@jotiedeman9460]

His weight?! The man had the voice of an angel and losers try to weight shame him? I'm only glad I got a chance to enjoy such Heaven sent talent.

[@jumpercable20]

I loved him dearly but I've spent 7 years studying health and no matter how you gain the weight food or drugs, the outcome is the same. At 70, I lost over 80 lbs so I could listen to my friend Greg Lake for another 10 years, If I'm lucky enough to get to heaven, I want to shake his hand and tell him how I spent over 20 years learning his songs on guitar. His live voice sounded just like he was in the studio. If you think back, there was no tech for those that sung out of key, Greg was a real artist and I'll never forget him even if I get Dementia or ALS, which is also food related. There is no shame in being overweight as most of the population is, but not before the 1950's. Don't believe me, do what most people won't bother with, look up the obesity rate in 1950 compared to today.

[@lens2optic]

Really cool guy and great musician .

[@vmackey11]

This is truly the greatest interview Ken, what an awesome and amazing guy, I met Greg on a plane years ago. I'd give anything to play a song with him. Thanks for posting this for all of us.

[@charlesjacques750]

"Better" with age and certainly authentic in spirit "from the beginning."

[@TheBLUETOOTHpoet]

passed on today. 3-12-16. SAD

[@oliveoil4380]

Holy Christ in a chicken basket. ELP was my first concert as a wee twit. Like 42 years ago. Look at this phenomenal man rock!!!! Love him! 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@joan-annebross9217]

Such a gentleman. And his speaking voice was as beautiful as his singing voice.

[@theshadowyouknow]

What a sweetheart,and he's still hot.

[@richthenative]

saddened with loss of Keith Emerson. ELP was and will always be great

[@dylanyoung5166]

One of the first songs I ever learned on the guitar. Greg was my hero...

[@cosmicdrifter287]

the mighty greg lake.

[@alone15151]

I have to say he's such a gracious man. If you look back musicians of that era were cerebral and had substance. I dont put down today's music but it is more superficial. What lucky people we were to grow up in the era of the 60s/70s.

[@zipcord7206]

thanks for giving us SOOOO much great music greg! if you have not already done so, see the video "still you turn me on" solo. incredible masterpiece!!

[@krechevsky]

Love your music Greg..

[@oliveoil4380]

Thank you, Greg, for so many awesome memories. I grew up with you and you brought me peace in a very shitty home. Merci beaucoup.

[@curly437]

Anyone ever consider many years on cancer meds have made him bloated? You peeps should lay off the weight comments.

[@nunziobrc7220]

uuhh what a great-man He remains ...

[@anakina1]

I wonder if he went on the Voice if anyone would turn around or even know who he was. He still sounds good and the gravely voice does him well.

[@popeyenolive]

Like the interviewer stated..ELP was my doorway to classical composers as well.

[@BryanEddy09]

All my heroes and influences were Brits.Great stories ,now I love him more.

[@zoofolk1]

You will be missed so much!!!!

[@slidetek]

RIP Greg, been watching and listening all day.

[@resolute7627]

I miss me some Greg Lake. What a Voice. RIP GSL . . . BE SURE to see part II of this interview.)

[@Padarack1]

Voice sounds great! "Affairs Of the Heart" is my favorite song he ever recorded.

[@JeanAlphonseJaune]

Brain salad surgery is getting me through college in 2014 ^^

[@martynh5410]

Just like it got me through college in 1974!!

[@lisaminnesota4316]

Hahahhaha! That's hilarious! I love it!

[@sbolfing]

Proved a great distraction to college for me in 1974!!

[@cafeesotericaradiohostesss3983]

Me too, 1974 onwards and some of high school too! LOL Greg Lake, what a star!!! RIP Master Guitarist and songwriter! xxx

[@thndrcat333]

me too, when it first came out

[@jimshaw1781]

I just enjoyed this to the fullest. J

[@JamieGoldsman]

Thank you for uploading this interview with Greg singing Lucky Man. What a treat to hear this wonderful performing speak and sing. I also find him not only a lucky man, but also a humble man.

[@rosyalves5420]

Voz poderosa. Músico espetacular. Vou ouvir a sua música até o final da minha vida. Te amo. Para mim você não morreu.

[@marceloalfonso]

Master Greg Lake, we are getting old together my firts concert back in 1977

[@johndavis6119]

Oh what lucky men they were.

[@ProudAmerican10]

I was in high school are young all American guy just looking for girls love music my whole life but it was always the background of everything I was doing and a friend invited me to Emerson like them on the concert I think I was 16 and it was like I know them but I don’t really know them that well well to make a long story short that concert changed my life about everything I never knew three people couldn’t make that much music and sound it was amazing and I loved trios as a drummer love the cream they were amazing but I think this was one of the most magical concerts I’ve ever been to to date. And I’ve seen some amazing concerts there was just something magical about this one

[@crishortmann]

Me too from Brasil. Exceptional. Greg Lake is certainly one of the biggest music artists in the world. Thanks, Mr. Greg Lake!

[@9432515]

what a cool fella...

[@GerardoJimenezGuitarrista]

Since I was in High School in the 80s I was amazed by this outstanding musician an person. RIP Mr. Greg Lake, you are in the gold music rooms in heaven! Greetings from Costa Rica.

[@lisamoroney3036]

Same !

[@NephilimFree]

Superb

[@jackieplackson5410]

'...still my soul brother number one...still our friend...still my hero..God bless you mate...'.

[@Didjheart]

Way Cool Greg. You still have the voice!

[@JustJP]

A musical genius and a gentle soul

[@BostonBrand]

Greg always had real beautiful guitars, looks to be completely made of figured maple and maple.These guys were a class all unto their own and Greg was their voice.

[@texastrainer4982]

A beautiful man inside & out. I miss him so

[@Shaliaj7]

one of the Greatest Artist, now gone. RIP Mr. Greg Lake, Thank you for enrich our lives growing up the pains and joys of the 70's. Surely his talent will live with us forever.

[@spookypatchouli]

I was moved to tears when he just played Lucky Man on his guitar. If I saw him live, I'd be even moreso. So moving. :)

[@paulgeorgia8013]

Oh, what I wouldn’t give to own one of Greg’s beloved J200’s. He did love them so, and he played them so beautifully

[@lheurebleue3941]

WOW !!!! respect Mr. Lake.

[@lisareichard5227]

Thank you for everything. Oh your voice,, MMNMMM

[@Angell1932]

This guy was great !

[@dionisiofernandez6755]

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