The Ultimate Collection
Emerson, Lake & Palmer · 2004
209 min · 37 tracks · progressive rock · psychedelic rock · art rock
Epic symphonic rock intertwines with jazz and progressive elements, showcasing virtuosic musicianship and dramatic narratives.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic progression with peaks epic narratives for deep listening patient exploration of themes
- Context
- Released in 2004, 'The Ultimate Collection' represents an extensive compilation of Emerson, Lake & Palmer's work, highlighting their peak during the 1970s. By this time, the band had experienced significant lineup changes and various shifts in musical style but continued to resonate with their fanbase through nostalgic hits. This album serves as a retrospective look at their influential career in art rock.
- If you like
- progressive rock, psychedelic rock, art rock
The Ultimate Collection is an album by Emerson, Lake & Palmer, released in 2004. Epic symphonic rock intertwines with jazz and progressive elements, showcasing virtuosic musicianship and dramatic narratives. 'The Ultimate Collection' is significant for encapsulating the band's journey through the progressive rock landscape, featuring key tracks that charted well in their prime. It also emphasizes their lasting influence on subsequent generations of musicians, contributing to the legacy of progressive rock as a genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Ultimate Collection sound like?
Epic symphonic rock intertwines with jazz and progressive elements, showcasing virtuosic musicianship and dramatic narratives. Rooted in progressive rock and psychedelic rock.
What makes The Ultimate Collection by Emerson, Lake & Palmer notable?
'The Ultimate Collection' is significant for encapsulating the band's journey through the progressive rock landscape, featuring key tracks that charted well in their prime. It also emphasizes their lasting influence on subsequent generations of musicians, contributing to the legacy of progressive rock as a genre. Released in 2004, 'The Ultimate Collection' represents an extensive compilation of Emerson, Lake & Palmer's work, highlighting their peak during the 1970s. By this time, the band had experienced significant lineup changes and various shifts in musical style but continued to resonate with their fanbase through nostalgic hits. This album serves as a retrospective look at their influential career in art rock.
Who is The Ultimate Collection for?
The Ultimate Collection works well if you're into dynamic progression with peaks, epic narratives for deep listening and patient exploration of themes.
How many songs are on The Ultimate Collection?
The Ultimate Collection has 37 tracks, running approximately 209 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Fanfare for the Common Man Standout 9:44
- 2 Still… You Turn Me On 2:55
- 3 Hoedown 3:45
- 4 Black Moon 6:59
- 5 Tarkus Standout 20:42
- 6 Jerusalem 2:45
- 7 Tiger in a Spotlight 4:35
- 8 Better Days 5:37
- 9 I Believe in Father Christmas 3:20
- 10 From the Beginning 4:16
- 11 Knife Edge 5:06
- 12 Karn Evil 9: 1st Impression, Part 1 4:47
Disc 2
- 1 Karn Evil 9: 1st Impression, Part 2 4:51
- 2 Nutrocker 4:00
- 3 Peter Gunn Theme 3:37
- 4 All I Want Is You 2:37
- 5 Brain Salad Surgery 3:09
- 6 Take a Pebble 12:30
- 8 Lucky Man Standout 4:39
- 9 Affairs of the Heart 3:48
- 10 Canario 4:00
- 11 Pirates 13:20
- 12 The Great Gates of Kiev 6:28
Disc 3
- 1 Hoedown 4:22
- 2 Still… You Turn Me On 3:23
- 3 Lucky Man Standout 2:41
- 4 Piano Improvisation 7:03
- 5 Karn Evil 9: 1st Impression, Part 1 11:32
- 6 Drum Solo 4:16
- 7 Karn Evil 9: 1st Impression, Part 2 1:44
- 8 Karn Evil 9: 2nd Impression, Part 2 6:24
- 9 Karn Evil 9: 2nd Impression 2:55
- 10 Karn Evil 9: 3rd Impression 6:42
- 11 Tiger in the Spotlight 4:19
- 12 C’est la vie 4:14
- 13 Tank 3:56
- 14 Fanfare for the Common Man Standout 8:20
Release Date
January 1, 2004
Artist Origin
England
Runtime
209 min 37 sec
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