| 1. Jerusalem |
| 2. Toccata |
| 3. Still ... You Turn Me On |
| 4. Benny The Bouncer |
| 5. Karn Evil 9 |
Brain Salad Surgery,Emerson Lake & Palmer,Jvc Victor,Rock
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In the Court of the Crimson King
King Crimson Manufacturer: Discipline Us ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00065MDRW Release Date: 2004-11-22 |
Tracks:
- 21st Century Schizoid Man (Including Mirrors)
- I Talk To The Wind
- Epitaph (Including March For No Reason/Tomorrow And Tomorrow)
- Moonchild (Including The Dream/The Illusion)
- The Court Of The Crimson Song (Including The Return Of The Fire Witch/The Dance Of The Puppets)
Customer Reviews:
"I've Been Here And I've Been There/ And I've Been In Between".......2007-07-20
But you probably want to know if the music's good. Well, here's the deal: No matter how good a progressive rock band is (and believe me, King Crimson were very, very good), they (pretty much) inevitably succumb to a few pitfalls. The most common is pretention. On this particular record, the most obvious victim of that malady is "Epitaph." The song's eight minutes don't produce a single memorable melody, and Sinfield's lyrics are obtuse in the extreme. They amble through a series of references to men being "torn apart/ with nightmares and with dreames" and "the iron gates of fate" without producing a single good line. It doesn't help that Lake seems to think he's singing scripture, stuffing each sylable with forced drama and unreasonably present passion. The song does have a sort of lumbering majesty (created, pretty much, by sheer force of will), but it's far from a classic. And its typically bloated length insures that it'll overstay its welcome. And then there's the notorious "Moonchild," which features a ten-minute instrumental "freak-out" section, the only truly interesting aspect of which is its odd quietness. Otherwise, it's every bit as overblown and indulgent as the very worst of 60s sound "experiments."
Otheer than that, though, this is a really great listen. My personal favorite track is the achingly beautiful "I Talk To The Wind," a haunting dreamscape with some of Sinfield's most poignant lyrics. The chorus shows off the subtleties of Lake's considerable voice, as he twists his vocal chords over and around the words, enunciating them with an uncanny grace and power. Good stuff. In a similar vein, the first two minutes or so of "Moonchild" (pre freak-out) are a gorgeous accoustic rumination, full of imagery and joyous sound. Of course, there's also the eternal "21st Century Schizoid Man," which foreshadows Rush, only without the nerdiness. Fripp's brutal, slashing bar chords fuse with McDonald's white-hot trumpet and Giles' thundering drums to form the ideal bed for one of Lake's most uncharacteristic and awesome vocal performances ever. He spits pure venom, snarling the lyrics (a rush of fiery, apocalyptic imagery) with menace and boundless energy. The song then breaks off into an awesome intrumental section, which sees Fripp and McDonald spitting melodies at eachother. It's a lava-spewing jam that dazzles the listener with its polymelodic ferocity, its shape shifting intensity. Crank it up, dude. And then there's the title track, which closes the proceedings with a burst of endearing bombasm (that is almost certainly not a word, but I can't think of a noun form of "bombastic") and shape-shifting insanity.
So, the end result is one of the coolest debuts of the sixties, a fantastic rock album, an introduction to some really gifted musicians, and the Rosetta Stone of prog. Neat!
Whimsical Progresive Rock.......2007-07-17
My favorite two tracks are 21st Century Schizoid Man and The Court of the Crimson King, the first and last tracks respectively. Both are epic progressive songs, and are essential for any progressive rock fan; well worth the price of admission for this album.
Back in the day.......2007-06-28
For those who have not heard this I would suggest attempting to hear part of it at least prior to buying as I realize this particular genre of rock can be considered an acquired taste.
Sophisticated progressive rock!.......2007-06-24
Let me join in the chorus of praise for this album, one of the greatest prog rock albums ever...........2007-06-12
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Brain Salad Surgery
Lake & Palmer Emerson Manufacturer: Sanctuary ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000IY0G4S Release Date: 2006-11-20 |
Tracks:
- Jerusalem
- Toccata
- Still...You Turn Me On
- Benny the Bouncer
- Karn Evil 9: 1st Impression, Pt. 1
- 1st Impression, Pt. 2
- 2nd Impression
- 3rd Impression
Album Description
Limited Edition reissue of this 1973 album comes packaged in a miniature LP sleeve. In the '70s, ELP were THE Progressive supergroup at the time and their musical flamboyancy was embraced and accepted by Prog fans, Hard Rock fans and anybody with an FM radio nearby. Features plenty of rare bonus tracks including a medley of song excerpts originally only released on flexidisc. If you're looking for an album that defines a musical era, then this is the one. Castle. 2006.Album Details
2006 Digitally Remastered Edtion of the Trio's Debut Release on their Own Manticore Label. This was an Extravagant Concept Album, Regarded as their Most Ambitious Studio Work.Customer Reviews:
Still Wrong.......2007-02-10
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Brain Salad Surgery
Emerson Lake & Palmer Manufacturer: Rhino / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B0000033TE Release Date: 1996-07-16 |
Tracks:
- Jerusalem
- Toccata
- Still...You Turn Me On
- Benny The Bouncer
- Karn Evil 9: 1st Impression-Part 1
- Karn Evil 9: 1st Impression-Part 2
- Karn Evil 9: 2nd Impression
- Karn Evil 9: 3rd Impression
- The Making Of Brain Salad Surgery
Amazon.com
With orchestral swells and symphonic arrangements, Emerson Lake & Palmer put the Prague in '70s progressive rock. There was something of that dark, European artistry in their compositions that always made their music more grandiose than their stateside counterparts. Brain Salad Surgery was a conductor's wet dream. Works like the "Impression" study in four movements were epic to the nth degree. Influenced by Mussorgsky and Stravinsky, ELP wreaked havoc with the conventions of what rock and classical music could and could not be. In typical fashion, the trio included one highly accessible cut, in this case the haunting "Still... You Turn Me On." The CD also contains the enigmatic favorite, "Karn Evil 9." --Steve GdulaCustomer Reviews:
what can I say?.......2007-05-19
This is one of the best rock albums ever and should be in anyone's collection. You know the songs, you know the lyrics, you know the great art work done by HR Giger and you know the legacy attached to this great album.
SO, buy this if you do not have it. If you have this listen to it again (like I am right now) and let it take you again.
Very good even if..........2007-04-17
Keith Emerson, what a keyboard player !
This is ELP at its best.
Sheer, talented genious..........2007-03-02
'Brain Salad Surgery' doesn't seem to stay in one place for very long, but every category that it touches, it does so with exceptional precision, originality, and taste. 'Brain Salad Surgery' generally has a dark, damp vibe throughout. Even though most of these songs are very heavily concentrated on Palmer's extremely elaborate and creative work on the keys, there is (as always) more than plenty to keep you interested. This is one of those albums that is extremely technically intricate, but still listenable enough to say, read a book, or go to sleep to. A top notch preformance and a definate must-have for anyone looking for something experimental, well crafted, and very pleasant to listen to.
ELP - At Their Peak.......2007-02-12
I'm Perfect, Are You?.......2007-01-31
LOUD!
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Brain Salad Surgery
Lake & Palmer Emerson Manufacturer: Atlantic / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00008EPMD Release Date: 1990-10-25 |
Tracks:
- Jerusalem
- Toccata
- Still...You Turn Me On
- Benny the Bouncer
- Karn Evil 9: 1st Impression, Pt. 1
- 1st Impression, Pt. 2
- 2nd Impression
- 3rd Impression
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Welcome to the Apocolypse..........2007-06-08
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Brain Salad Surgery
Lake & Palmer Emerson Manufacturer: Sanctuary ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B0002HV4VU Release Date: 2004-09-06 |
Tracks:
- Jerusalem
- Toccata
- Still...You Turn Me On
- Benny The Bouncer
- Karn Evil 9
- Brain Salad Surgery (Single)
- When The Apple Blossoms Bloom In The Windmills Of Your Mind I'll Be Your Valentine (Single)
- Excerpts From Brain Salad Surgery (Flexi Disc)
Album Description
UK reissue of 1973 album, digitally remastered from the original tapes. Includes three bonus tracks, 'Brain Salad Surgery' (single), 'When The Apple Blossoms Bloom In The Windows Of Your Mind I'll Be Your Valentine' (single) & excerpts from 'Brain Salad Surgery' (flexi disc), 'First Impression/Second Impression/Still...You Turn Me On/Toccata/Jerusalem/Third Impression/Benny The Bouncer/First Impression/Benny The Bouncer'. 2001 release.Album Details
Digitally Remastered Edition of ELP'S Fifth Full Length Album that is One of the Most Popular in their Catalog. Includes the Single "Still...you Turn Me On" as Well as Three Bonus Tracks of "Brain Salad Surgery" (Amazingly Left off the Original LP Issue), "When the Apple Blossoms in the Windmills of Your Mind I'll Be Your Valentine" and an Original Flexi-disc Promotional Distillation of Excerpts from the Album.Customer Reviews:
NOT THE ORIGINAL MIX.......2005-07-15
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Brain Salad Surgery
Lake & Palmer Emerson Manufacturer: Castle Music UK ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00005AFLS Release Date: 2001-10-16 |
Tracks:
- Jerusalem
- Toccata
- Still...You Turn Me On
- Benny The Bouncer
- Karn Evil 9
- Brain Salad Surgery (Single)
- When The Apple Blossoms Bloom In The Windmills Of Your Mind I'll Be Your Valentine (Single)
- Excerpts From Brain Salad Surgery (Flexi Disc)
Album Description
UK reissue of 1973 album, digitally remastered from the original tapes. Includes three bonus tracks, 'Brain Salad Surgery' (single), 'When The Apple Blossoms Bloom In The Windows Of Your Mind I'll Be Your Valentine' (single) & excerpts from 'Brain Salad Surgery' (flexi disc), 'First Impression/Second Impression/Still...You Turn Me On/Toccata/Jerusalem/Third Impression/Benny The Bouncer/First Impression/Benny The Bouncer'. 2001 release.Album Details
Digitally remastered with Three bonus tracks: 'Brain Salad Surgery' (Single), 'When the Apple Blossoms Bloom in the Windmills of Your Mind I'll Be Your Valentine' and 'Excerpts from Brain Salad Surgery', as they appeared on a special flexi disc.Customer Reviews:
Almost no guitars, but this is rocks best...........2006-04-28
A Masterpiece.......2003-01-31
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Brain Salad Surgery
Lake & Palmer Emerson Manufacturer: Msi Music ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00005V33A Release Date: 2002-03-18 |
Tracks:
- Jerusalem
- Toccata
- Still...You Turn Me On
- Benny the Bouncer
- Karn Evil 9: 1st Impression, Pt. 1/1st Impression, Pt. 2/2nd ...
- Brain Salad Surgery [Single][*]
- When the Apple Blossoms Bloom in the Windmills of Your Mind I'll ...
- Excerpts from Brain Salad Surgery: First Impression/Second Impression
Album Description
UK remastered reissue of 1973 album, packaged in a miniature LP sleeve.Album Details
Special LP Sleeve Edition...from The UK!Customer Reviews:
ELP's Best.......2006-02-26
But I'm going to try.
We start off with "Jerusalem." This is an original arrangement of a traditional widely-known Anglican hymn. It is very powerful and exciting, yet it soothes the soul at the same time.
Next, we get into Toccata. This is an incredible instrumental with one of the best rythm sections in music, proving Carl Palmer is one of, if not, the best percussionists of all time.
Then, we have Still... You Turn Me On, another one of Greg Lake's ballads. Greg Lake always wrote incredible acoustic ballads, but this most definitely falls as his best.
Next comes Benny the Bouncer. This is a very wierd track, but I've always been a sucker for wierd songs, so I love this one.
And now, the masterpiece. My second favorite ELP song and my third favorite song, Karn Evil 9 is... This monolithic composition is one of the most incredible, most daring pieces of music in Rock history. It flows through insrumentals and sung stories, and includes the classic line "welcome back my friends to the show that never ends." This alone is worth anything at all.
Emerson, Lake, and Palmer were genius's of their time and still are today, and this album is a testament to that fact.
Phenomenal.......2003-06-21
It opens with the classic British hymn, Jerusalem. If you are from England, You will recognize it immediately, and may well be sick and tired of hearing it. Well, this version is amazingly powerful and even if you have heard it a million times you will not grow tired of it. I will compare it to the version of 'God Save the Queen' on Queen's 'A Night at the Opera.' What's not to like?
Next comes Toccata. It is an interesting piece, although not the highlight of the album. It has got some pretty cool timpani bits, etc. It's worth listening to a few times.
Track 3 is entitled 'Still You Turn Me On.' It is one of Greg Lake's acoustic ballads, that we ELP fans have grown to know and love. It is a beautiful song, one of the best on the album.
After this is the rather odd 'Benny the Bouncer.' A lot of people don't much care for this one (see the other review) but I don't think it's really that bad. If you listen to the lyrics you will get an odd song about a fight in a bar. It's actually pretty good, in my opinion.
Ah yes, the musical juggernaut that is Karn Evil 9. Definitely ELP's most famous work, I don't know anyone who hasn't heard the line 'welcome back my friends to the show that never ends' (although not all of them know who does it!). The first impression starts out with some lyrics that seem to be about oppressed kids, or something, and then, after a great instrumental bit, we hear ELP's signature line, and a bit about a weird carnival.
The second impression is an instrumental, and what an instrumental it is! It's amazing, what more can I say?
The third and final impression has the theme 'Man vs. Computer.' Near the end we hear the man and the computer arguing, and the computer eventually prevails. Killer music and lyrics.
So, to wrap it all up, get this CD. You will be glad you did. Also, if you want a killer live version, get 'Welcome Back My Friends...' It has everything except Benny the Bouncer, plus live versions of Tarkus, Hoedown and some piano improv.
Thanks for lending me your time, and hope this helps!
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Brain Salad Surgery
Lake & Palmer Emerson Manufacturer: Jvc Japan ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B000AMZ20Q Release Date: 2005-10-03 |
Tracks:
- Jerusalem
- Toccata
- Still...You Turn Me On
- Benny the Bouncer
- Karn Evil 9: 1st Impression, Pt. 1
- 1st Impression, Pt. 2
- 2nd Impression
- 3rd Impression
Album Description
Japanese pressing of their 1973 album. Comes packaged in a miniature LP sleeve and has been remastered. JVC. 2005.Album Details
Special 24bit K2 High Definition Coding Japanese Limited Edition Issue of the Album Classic from the Progressive Rock Power Trio in a Deluxe, Miniaturized LP Sleeve Replica of the Original Vinyl Album Artwork.
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Brain Salad Surgery
Lake & Palmer Emerson Manufacturer: Victory ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD ASIN: B00000E5EE Release Date: 1993-11-16 |
Tracks:
- Jerusalem
- Toccata
- Still...You Turn Me On
- Benny the Bouncer
- Karn Evil 9: 1st Impression, Pt. 1
- Karn Evil 9: 1st Impression, Pt. 2
- Karn Evil 9: 2nd Impression
- Karn Evil 9: 3rd Impression
- Making of Brain Salad Surgery [*]
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Brain Salad Surgery
Lake & Palmer Emerson Manufacturer: Jvc Victor ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Similar Items:
ASIN: B00006S2PK Release Date: 2002-12-17 |
Tracks:
- Jerusalem
- Toccata
- Still...You Turn Me On
- Benny the Bouncer
- Karn Evil 9: 1st Impression, Pt. 1
- 1st Impression, Pt. 2
- 2nd Impression
- 3rd Impression
Album Description
20-bit K2 remastered reissue of 1973 album packaged in a limited edition miniature LP sleeve. Victor. 2002.Album Details
Special Japanese Limited Edition in an LP-STYLE Replica that Opens at the Center and Folds Out Just Like the Original LP Issue.Rock Music:
