- “Welcome back, my friends, to the show we won’t perform …”
Scene‘s office was closed today, so we were busy getting our feet washed and picking out our Jesus costumes for Easter.
Still, we had planned to have a review of Keith Emerson and Greg Lake’s (two-thirds of super-boring ’70s prog combo Emerson, Lake & Palmer) Lakewood Civic Auditorium concert up for you first thing this morning.
But our writer sent us an e-mail last night saying the show didn’t happen. It was canceled at the very last second … like after people were already in their seats and ready for some really long keyboard solos.
A Live Nation rep sent us this update this afternoon: “holy hell.. what a night! Something between the 2 of them happened, caused them to cancel the show- I’m still waiting on final details on what happened. If you want to post that people can get a refund at point of purchase and if they bought their tix last night, have them call our office 440-247-2722 to get a refund back.”
So no official word yet about what happened. Other than Keith Emerson and Greg Lake are huge assholes. But you already knew that, right?—Michael Gallucci (follow me on Twitter @mgallucci)
This article appears in Mar 31 – Apr 6, 2010.
What an idiotic excuse of a column. If you had checked you would have seen that efforts to reschedule the concert are currently going on. What a sorry excuse of a headline too for someone who probably was getting to go to a free concert. I was disappointed when the concert I had tickets for was cancelled on Friday in the Philly area, but I still look forward to taking my daughter to watch one of the greatest acts ever in rock history when it is rescheduled. If you had ANY clue about the contributions of ELP to music, you wouldn’t be throwing out this goofy line “two-thirds of super-boring ’70s prog combo Emerson, Lake & Palmer.” If you had EVER seen Emerson in person you would know he is anything but boring. As one professional writer to another, you need to go back to journalism school.
You tell ’em, Mr. C!!!!
Good for you Mr. C! Good reply and honest too! ELP were always a Fabulous show back in the day! Amazing!
Garnet
sorry, mr. c.
michael gallucci is right on.
“a near capacity crowd left disappointed and disgusted when the announcement came, 40 minutes after the emerson and lake concert was scheduled to begin, to cancel the show. some attendees had traveled over 200 miles. sources said that the two had been in cleveland rehearsing for a couple of days and had heated arguments throughout. it must have come to a boil just before the house lights were turned down as both musicians refused to take the stage.”
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to keith and greg – go home and retire.
you are embarrassing yourselves.
Michael G – a second before reading your column I said to my sister, too bad you can’t write what assholes as a comment. There is no other word for the two. Mr. C, yes, I too have seen ELP in concert, Keith Emerson was just amazing and a true keyboard genius but what they pulled in Ohio and for thousands of us holding tickets, some from the previous canceled concert, there is no excuse for this behavior. Who cares if they’re working hard to reschedule – who wants to go? Do you really think that these two egos are going to reschedule the concert after this inexcusable showing of how little they care for their fans, the people that put the tour together, the roadies, and everyone effected by their arrogance? Not me! Go home guys, you’re not welcome here anymore.
It’s highly unfortunate that Lake and Emerson decided to let their personal squabble spill over to their audience in the form of a cancellation. It’s reprehensible behavior for two guys who should know better BUT…Cleveland Scene should have a writer that has some musical knowledge write about music. Super-boring? Different strokes for different folks but adapting classical greats to rock rhythms with spectacular keyboards, vocals and drums might not be for everyone, but for those of us that like something more intellectually challenging than 4/4 time and T&A videos found their music to be cutting edge for a good 10 year period. Genesis, Yes, ELP and others brought musicianship to the forefront of entertainment. Sadly, very little of today’s modern music approaches the talent level and orchestration of those bands from the past. There’s plenty of good music out there, but to attack a genre that requires talent and brains while the rest of the world wonders what kind of underwear Lady Ga Ga wears speaks volumes…Try the food section next time, Galucci
I could not have said it better than MSJKJOYCE. The only band that remotely interests me today is Dream Theater – and they constantly talk about their influences being prog bands of the 70’s, such as YES and ELP. What passes for pop/rock music today is truly sad…truly sad..and the writer from Cleveland does indeed need to either return to journalism school, or brush up on the subjects on which he is supposed to write intellegently about..
I have it from good authority the problem was not between Keith and Greg but between them and Live Nation
Oh yeah one last thing. “Still, we had planned to have a review of Keith Emerson and Greg Lake’s (two-thirds of super-boring ’70s prog combo Emerson, Lake & Palmer)”
Where do you come off to call them not only boring but super-boring? I wish I knew how old you are and who you listen to. You must like that gay guy Ricky Martin. Now that is boring.
Calling two talents like Emerson and Lake assholes is taking it to far. Assholes fit more to the liking of Metalica who sold out to the record companies when testifying at the Napster hearings. They were paid to lie. Now thats what I call assholes.
LETTER FROM THE FRONT
I must apologize for the very last-minute cancellation of the show in Lakewood, and also of Glenside and Ridgefield shows, and for my absence of an issuance of any sort of statement.
The production we had hoped to put on was lacking in its musical and technical preparations. I was too distraught and embarrassed to come on stage to perform or even to announce the sudden cancellation myself, and to issue a statement immediately. What we were embarking upon was completely new ventures for both of us. I could not appear in front of an audience with high-expectations so unprepared. At that particular time, the quality of music I wished to present was more important to me than my reputation or financial gain. I now realize fully that the decision had a devastating effect on many including fans, my crew, staff, the promoters and the venues.
I will make every effort to fulfill our commitments to fans and friends at the re-scheduled dates in May for the cancelled shows.
I realize that I have disappointed my loyal fans. I know that many of you have traveled afar, used your precious vacation days, and spent your hard-earned money just to see the show. I am very sorry not only to those who came to Lakewood and those who bought tickets for Glenside and Ridgefield shows, but also all fans for whom I have deep respect.
I hope you can accept us delivering good shows, starting on Monday, April 5 in Annapolis, as a form of sincere apology.
Keith Emerson
Annapolis, 3 April 2010
(Please note that this is my personal letter to my fans. An official joint statement to be issued soon.)
This Just In: Michael Gallucci is an Asshole.
This just in : Michael Gallucci is asshole.
FYI, we don’t know if the comment from “Keith Emerson” is legit.
What a bunch of whiners… So what if they cancelled. So what the cause. They are rescheduling.. and trying to make things up to fans. Personally I had tickets to 2 of those cancelled dates.. and I’m totally looking forward to the rescheduled shows…
Geez, I’ve had Yes cancel on me several times.. and not reschedule. Not with Jon Anderson anyway… its just the nature of the beast… Get over i t!
Saw the Annapolis show.
As the lights were dimmed, we were greeted with a disclaimer: Greg is fighting a throat infection, so please bear with him as he fights through it. Really promising news.
No matter. I figure at $1 a minute, $35-40 went straight to their pocketbooks for simply talking. The post-intermission set featured three, maybe four songs.
On the plus side, they did a nice version of King Crimson’s “I Talk to the Wind.”
“Take a Pebble” was a bold selection, but it was very sloppily played.
It seemed just when Keith had finally gotten warmed up, they took their intermission.
Sigh.
Pretty expensive show.
At least I saw the two legends together and they didn’t kill each other. Yet.
Added to previous comment: I am a fan of ELP’s music for life, but as for the dysfunctional relationships, I’m NOT a fan! Last night’s cancellation was just another painful reminder of how tumultious this talented trio/duo’s relationship has been over the years. I think G. Lake is the problem. I WOULD BE HAPPY TO JUST SEE “EMO” PLAY SOLO!!!!!!!! Keith Emerson IS the band.
Mr. Galucci, you don’t know much about music, do you? And as far as the comment that they only played 11 songs at the Annapolis show–well, a couple of those songs were 20 minutes long. Were you there? The concert went from 8pm to 11pm with a brief break. Yes, there are issues to be worked out there, and I do hope they do so. But the issues concerning the concert tour and the quality of their music are two totally separate areas of discussion, and you just can’t lump them together.
@ EMO1–actually, at the end of the Annapolis show, the Moog synthesizer malfunctioned and KE pulled the plug; left the stage; audience clapped for close to ten minutes with house lights down, waiting to see if there would be an encore, then house lights came up because obviously someone refused to do an encore. I would bet money that it wasn’t GL.
To ELPfan – Here is my original post (which was posted under another related string)…
AGAIN!!!!!!! Last night [April 6]in Alexandria,VA at The Birchmere, anxious fans [including myself] waited hours in line, and at the moment the box office was to open, we were greeted with… oh no, but, oh yes – “Ladies & Gentlemen, we are sorry to announce that Mr. Greg Lake is too sick to perform in tonight’s show. Tonight’s performance will be rescheduled for May 9.” WELCOME BACK MY FRIENDS… TO THE SHOW THAT NEVER BEGINS!!!!!!!
I agree with your comments to Gallucci. He apparently has never been to an ELP show. Us ELP fans have been waiting a good long time for the return of any assemblance of the original band – ELP(almer), ELP(owell), K. Emerson Band, etc. We are all impacted by the cancellation of FOUR shows on this tour now. For those of us that made the trek to the two venues (Lakeside & Alexandria), we are especially (and understandably) upset over having been “so close” to seeing the show… then to be told the show would not go on. I have read EMO’s post, and heard many other anecdotes for the cancellations. Bottom line – we fans have a right to be pissed! Something’s not right, whether its lack of preparation, differing opinions, head-butting egos, or just plain bad luck (GL’s bad throat, EMO’s moog). Just seems like too many issues going on. Maybe they’re not ready to do this gig. Perhaps they should just concentrate on getting it right for the UK concert. I would rather see them have a successful comeback reunion on a greater stage, then maybe they will be ready for some kind of tour!
Any info about the April 9th show in New York
Went to the show last night in NYC. Not sure what to say; I loved it and hated it, and I’m a huge ELP fan and have been for years. Show was delayed an hour due to “house problems”. They didn’t play that many songs, there was quite a bit of on stage storytelling (which I loved) and even a Q/A session. Its really about managing expectations. If you think you’re going to see the Keith and Greg of the early 70s, forget it. The reality is that they are way past their prime, but in my opinion that doesn’t lessen the importance of their musical contribution, or the desire to see them perform live. There were moments when the power, clarity, and sheer beauty of Lake’s voice came shining through, but then again there were notes he just could not hit. That’s OK, I can understand we all age and it effects our bodies, but I can’t help but wonder how much of a role the soaring fame they experienced at a young age (and the trappings that come with it) contributed to his current physical condition. Again, there were moments when Emerson’s playing was terrific, but all in all, the technical deftness was just not there. The entire concept of the concert was that it was taking place in a home recording studio, which is how, according to Lake, they came up with the idea for this tour. Even the stage set evoked a studio. They even admitted that they weren’t sure exactly how things would go from a musical point of view. It was like watching them rehearse ELP songs as opposed to performing them. In the end, that’s what I enjoyed the most; watching two musicians with a 40 year history kick around the ideas for the songs we—as ELP fans—know and love. It was intimate, informal, loose, and a very, very different concert experience from what I was expecting. Many, many people left angry, but not me…
Michael show some professionalism and class. Your article reflects your lack of both. I am more interested in reading the postings from people who have seen the show. I had Cleveland marked down as a destination for this tour as it was the closest to where I live which is a 5 hour trip each way. Luckily for me I was not able to attend and now may have the opportunity. I drove over 8 hours to see E L Powell in Louisville back in 86. You can imagine my disappointment when I found out it was cancelled due to poor ticket sales when I arrived there. On the other hand ask any one who attended their show in Kitchener, Ontario back on January 18, 1978. It started 2 hours late because of bad weather and the buses getting lost between Montreal and Kitchener. They played a complete show, it was great, say no more.
Went to the show at the Nokia in NYC Thursday night. HUGE disappointment. If you are going to do a show in an informal setting and have question and answer periods and only play 5 songs in 2 hours then you had better let people know that this is the type of show they are going to see. It sucked. They started late, played for 35 minutes and then took a 30 min break!! The songs they played did NOT sound all that great. I too am a huge ELP fan but saying this was a “very different concert experience” is putting it lightly. The songs sounded empty, and it was an insult to hear a cheap drum machine on the very first song of the night. On top of the that there was a spotlight shining in our faces, blinding everyone for the first half hour of the show. I was one of those people who not only left angry but also left early.
Greetings all….huge ELP fan here…
First off, this author’s huge, inaccurate brushstroke of calling ELP “super boring” is just simply wrong….whatever. If he can’t see the magic and artistry of ELP, so be it.
As for their show this past Thursday at the Nokia….
YIKES! What a disappointment! I paid triple the face value of two tickets for me and my brother (my bad for doing so!) and have never been treated so shabbily by a performer. The doors opened at 7:00 and they were scheduled to start at 8:00. At 8:45, the audience was getting ornery. By 9:00 they STILL had not appeared. Some felt they wouldn’t perform. At 9:07 they appeared, rather matter-of-factly as if nothing had happened. No apology for making us wait over an hour, nothing. Here’s where I agree with the author….they acted like egotistical “assholes” that really couldn’t give a hoot about their dedicated fans. This turned me right off. I was so excited to see them initially, but at that point was only hoping they’d make the wait worthwhile by cranking out some killer tunes.
To add to the disappointment, they start talking about how they’re “not sure” how it will all go and just seemed genuinely unprepared to perform. Well, if you’re “not sure,” and this is one big experiment, get off the high horse and drop ticket prices. I digress… so anyway, they start off by pumping in this ridiculous drum machine and a lackluster version of a great song, “From the Beginning.” My spirits continued to fall. Then they went into a really poor and further dampening version of “I Talk to the Wind” by King Crimson…further reeling into bummerland.
Lake looked and sounded sick…not a temporary type of sickness…more a physical condition that just seemed “unwell”…his spirit was so lacking. Emerson seemed frustrated. Keith had tried many times during the show to engage Lake with some eye contact and banter, but Lake just seemed oblivious, unconcerned, and uninspired. In fact, he just sat there like a lump much of the night, picking away less than efficiently at his bass. At times, I seriously believe he got lost in a few places. As for his vocals, I sat there, almost rooting for him to carry the tunes. It’s tough when you see your heroes wither and Lake has, most definitely, withered. Emerson just seemed lost in this format. I caught two of ELP’s shows about eight or ten years ago and was ultra-impressed. This effort though was just a waste. The storytelling and interplay between the two was very strained as well.
After the first two numbers, they did go into a pretty cool “Take a Pebble”/”Tarkus” mix. Overall though, it was just lacking and they had a tough time inspiring anyone around me. My brother and I sat there looking at each other, shocked and incredulous at how poorly it was all going for these dudes were so completely amazing just a short time ago. I was longing for a Carl Palmer sighting.
To add to the ridiculousness, they end the first set after that third number and say “We’ll be back in 10 minutes.” Well, you guessed it…30 or so minutes later, they appear.
The second set was a bit longer and I was hopeful that their rendition of “Pirates” would somehow add at least one positive memory to an evening I’ll remember on the negative side…in fact it was almost surreal….as if, “Are they kidding? They’re going to stop this tomfoolery and get on with their real show any moment now, right?” No luck. Their banter just continued to be strained and the night was filled with awkward moments and less-than-inspiring music.
One cute moment was during the Q and A when this woman told a story about how she used to lay under the piano as a child when her brother used to play ELP tunes. She had always dreamed of laying under Keith’s piano as he played. Well, Keith invited her up and let her do so. That was kinda cool. Then another dude in my row got up and asked, “Was the soar throat that led to the cancellation of your recent show due to the fact that Keith had his hands around your neck?” They didn’t take the bait. I was going to ask why they were 67 minutes late in taking the stage and didn’t even offer an apology, but opted not to, figuring it would do no good. I’m sure they’re hearing it from many and the last thing I needed was some dude in the audience who was having a bad day following me out of the theater and taking out his frustrations.
So, all in all, it was pretty bad. When they announced they’d be doing “Lucky Man” for their encore, we left because our street parking Muni-Meter was about to run out. It was a little after 11 PM and we had really only experienced about 75 or so minutes of music.
I do have sympathy for people that are not well, but if you’re unprepared and uninspired, don’t just steal my money. This was a rip-off.
http://www.greglake.com/news_news.html (scroll to second announcement)
On his website, (in my opinion) Greg takes a few shots at Keith in his statement last week:
To all my friends and fans: It is with great sadness that we were forced to cancel our shows in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Connecticut.
I am pleased Keith has admitted the reasons behind the cancellation, and I trust we can leave it at that.
The performance was ready; many of you heard or saw the sound check. Keith and I are both perfectionists.
You will see that Keith has released a statement on his site explaining he felt the need to cancel because of his worry that he couldn’t perform up to standard. Keith is not the first performer to have experienced stage fright, and my heart goes out to him.
This has been a difficult time and we are now moving forward with a show we both believe is technically and musically wonderful. The crew and performers rehearsed non stop through February and March. I have dedicated my life to trying to make you happy through my music and nothing saddens me more than to see that you have been disappointed by anything I was involved in. Please accept that these cancellations were entirely beyond my control and know that I am doing everything possible to ensure that these shows are rescheduled as soon as possible.
I am looking forward to seeing each of you again. I take my fans, music, and personal and professional reputation very seriously.
Thank you for all your kindness and support.
Greg Lake
April 4, 2010
I was at the show in New Beford Mass on Saturday night.
I am a long time fan, having seen them live dozens of times, since the early 70’s.
The venue was terrific, great acoustics , comfortable seating and a room full of around 1000 ELP followers.
This was a concert unlike any I have ever attended. Keith has slowed down in technique, since I last saw him live a few years ago @ Toad’s Place in New Haven Connecticut.
Greg did not look like he was in the best of health.
Nevertheless, I thought the concert was outstanding. The sound was perfect, not too loud, and the acoustic of the room gave an intimate slant to tthe performance. Some storytelling, some laughs ( Where’s Carl? ” He’s out shopping” …) , and a few questions and answers.
Look, you have to understand that these guys are not spring chickens. Even though Keith was slower , and more deliberate, he still delivered. Greg was actually in fine voice.
If you are a mature adult, and understand the limitations that age puts on you compared to the time of youth, you have had to have enjoyed the show.
Lucky Man, the last song, was as good as I have ever heard. Greg nailed it, and Emerson’s Moog filled the room. with the bass so low and clean, it cut through your chest, and rumbled your feet. I really liked the rearrangements of some of the standards.Emerson is just incredible.
Thanks guys!
Also at New Bedford’s show Saturday night. None of the other complaints voiced here – started on time, short intermission, GREAT music! I even got one of the questions in during the “Q&A”, and chatted w/them both as they got on the bus, the *same* bus, after the show (at different times though). It was an excellent show, they both performed very well, and I was delighted – delighted to see them, hear them, talk to them personally, and esp. to have not experienced the nastiness of the nights before. I guess I should feel extra lucky to have caught a Good, no Great night.
It’s good to hear they got their act together. I, and many other, should get refunds. That was a waste of time and money.
Damn, Mr. C and Madman across Lake Michigan you both nailed it. I’m in Vegas and looking forward to a rare and special show. E&L have always been picky Mo’ Fo’s….if it’s not right then “we’ll go on when it IS right”. Perfection!
It’s good to hear that their shows and apparently their demeanor are improving as they get a few more shows under their belts. I went to the Annapolis show, which would have been their fourth show had it not been for the previous three being cancelled. I think that made all the difference. They were clearly winging it in Annapolis. The stories and ancedotes that were supposedly “prepared banter” were just not tight; they were rambling and unfocused. I felt the clock ticking as Keith particularly tried to find the thoughts he wanted to vocalize. I was and am able to take into account their age, and how that might have affected the musicianship, so I was a bit more forgiving on that score. In the end, I did not feel I’d gotten my money’s worth. Too much talking and not enough music. Sorry, that’s how I saw and heard it.
Those who believe Gallucci’s “reporting” are fools.
Don’t be so quick to chastise Mr. Gallucci. I just returned from the NON-CONCERT in Colorado Springs Co.. The audience waited patiently for over 30 minutes, only to have some lady come on stage to tell everyone that Greg hadn’t felt very well when they arrived and now had seen a doctor and the concert was canceled. Personally, I drove over 150 miles from a business appointment to see the concert, and will have to drive 150 miles back to the same business meeting in the morning. I’ve never seen them in concert before, and was looking forward to a first as a 45 year fan. It will be interesting to see if they reschedule their gig here. Seems like they will run out of reschedule dates for 2010 at the rate they are going. Assholes? Yep, at this point I’d have to agree. If you can’t handle the heat, get the hell out of the kitchen. Especially if you haven’t even had the decency to let folks know prior to their driving to the event, gaining their seats, and waiting…..and waiting…….and waiting, VERY POOR BEHAVIOR FOR ANY SUPPOSED PROFESSIONALS! It’s time to retire permanently I think. That’s better than letting half the country down, which seems like what they are attempting to do.
Emerson & Lake’s No Show In Colorado Springs A Real Disappointment
It was a long trek from Denver, especially with my mother of 85 years, who hadn’t seen them since the Brain Salad Surgery Tour in ’74 and was anxiously waiting to enjoy them again. Along with a dear friend, and my daughter who was looking forward to hearing members from the superband for the very first time that had such an influence on her father’s compositional senses, a musician himself, the anticlimactic announcement that Greg Lake had been taken ill just before their appearance in Colorado Springs, was understandable, but nevertheless a profound disappointment. It was clear there were many fans who were angry, and for a moment, I thought it might erupt into something bigger than the show itself promised to be.
I had recalled reading about the cancelled shows in the Midwest earlier in the tour, and the sensitive letter of apology by Keith Emerson on his website that soon followed, reminding myself that we too were now among a growing list of fans who missed the opportunity to see what was promised to be a one-of-a-kind, intimate encounter with the musical kings of progressive music.
It’s easy to be an armchair critic and speculate on what exactly caused the “no show”, but it wouldn’t be fair to Greg Lake who may have simply been experiencing altitude sickness as sometimes happens with those who visit our area. It can especially be a challenge for singers as the lower oxygen levels place a demand on their voices. It could have also been a bad burrito he ate earlier in the day too. ELP’s proven integrity through the years, instead, earns them the benefit of the doubt and Greg, our thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery from whatever the cause was. I could only expect though, that if Greg’s illness was especially due to the altitude, it would seem reasonable that the two probably won’t be rebooking in the area soon.
As a loyal fan who still longs to have Keith sign his photo that was taken of the two of us back in the late eighties, I hope we all have the chance to eventually meet up again for another classic ELP experience that overshadows our present disappointment.
I was at the Vegas show on the 3rd. I’m a big fan of the 70’s progressive rock bands. I’ve seen Genisis and Yes several times but this was my first time seeing Emerson and Lake. As the others I was disappointed they took the stage 45 min late and took another 30 minute intermission. I also feel the show could of had more music time. However I enjoyed the show. Gerg’s voice is deeper and he can’t hit the highs like he used to. At one point during one of Keith’s solos I thought Greg was falling asleep. One comment said Keith has slowed down well I can’t imagine what he was like in his hey day because he was like a madman on this night. At times it seemed like it was a one man show but watching Keith play was worth every penny.
Not sure this type of format will work for them though. If Palmer was there and they just let loose it could have been amazing. These guys are getting old but don’t let anybody kid ya they still have what it takes.
I attended the very first scheduled show in Lakewood (Cleveland)and was, along with a few thousand other fans quite bewildered by the last minute cancellation. In fact, I was beyond upset. However, I have seen them several times over the last 30 years and have been loving their music all the while. I agree with all who’ve posted their reponses to Michael Gallucci’s ignorant article. You sir are a fool, a lousy writer, and apparently have no taste in music. Having said that, I attended the “make up” performance last night (5/5/10) and am delighted to say I was quite impressed, not only by the music, but by the fact these two prog rock warriors had the balls to come back and make things right. Their performances were not as excellent as I’ve seen them many years ago, but they were still very, very good. Considering the change in format (without Palmer), I think they should be commended. The biggest snafu during the show occurred in the song “Pirates.” Lake provided a rousing and very theatrical prelude, but when Emerson attempted to join in with his mighty keys, nothing came out of the equipment but a scant 60hz hum as each performer shook his head with the look of “oh God, wake me up from this nightmare.” After a full couple minutes, the sound guys (initially missing altogether and probably now looking for work) were able to “re-boot the keyboard.” All in all, it was a great show. I learned that E&L are not gods, but men . . .very talented men. I will appreciate their music and their contributions to prog rock for another 40 years.
I have been sharing your frustrations… First time around I was supposed to see Keith Emerson in 2009, but the entire tour was canceled due to Keith’s tendonitis. Then, in 2010, the Ridgefield CT show of April 3rd was canceled. I was almost resigned to accept the concert “that would never happen”. However, I was among the lucky people who were granted a rescheduling date. That was last night, May 8th. I cannot say all the disappointing things that many of you have experienced. The show was not the longest you can imagine, but more or less what I was expecting. “Take a Pebble” was amazing, and so my all time favorite “Lucky Man”. I first saw ELP in Bologna, in the 70s, while I was still living in Italy. Today I still think that Mr.Emerson and Mr.Lake are geniuses. It’s just unfortunate that we had to go through so much to find out. I really feel for all of you who were not so lucky…
Our experience at the April 30th Dallas show at the Granada (1st of 2 nights scheduled) was almost exactly the same as Aquatarkus’ down to the “not sure how it will all go” comment – except that they were only a little late starting.
They sounded fine, in fact, I’ve never heard sound so great at the Granada. (I think they brought their own sound board because there was an extra one on the floor.) They just didn’t play enough and I would have preferred Karn Evil 9 over the Pirate song, which seemed to go on forever.
I’m glad we went but glad we didn’t spring for the more expensive tickets. I hope everyone whose shows were rescheduled has gotten to see them or will be very soon.
Gallucci is tosser in english! What sort of an idiot writes this shit
Emerson, Lake & Palmer are one of the most talented groups that have ever recorded or hit the stage……………to say they are boring and assholes, means that the writer has no clue and should maybe think of a new line of work, maybe a garbage man would better suit his brainpower………….
I want you to know WHAT AN ABSOLUTE DICK HEAD YOU ARE!
DO YOU HAVE ANY EXPERIENCE IN THE MUSIC BUSINESS AT ALL? DONT YOU REALIZE THIS TYPE OF SHIT HAPPENS ALL THE TIME? YOU MUST BE PAYING TOO MUCH ATTENTION TO GARBAGE BANDS LIKE LINCOLN PARK!
ELP CREW IS APROACHING 70 AND THROW A BETTER SHOW THAN YOU AND YOUR ARMY COULD EVER HOPE TO PUT ON.
YOURE A SORRY PUNKASS LITTLE SUCKER TO DIS ON ONE OF HISTORYS GREATEST TEAM OF MUSICIANS.
Did you obtain YOUR DEGREE FROM A BUBBLE GUM WRAPPER?
OH, NO YOU DONT HAVE A DEGREE!
FUCK YOU LITTLE PUSSY HATER.
IF I EVER SEE YOU, IM PUNCHING YOU IN YOUR FUCKING MOUTH HARD AS FUCK.