Do You Wanna Play Some Magic?: Emerson, Lake and Palmer In Concert 1970-1979: Emerson, Lake and Palmer: The Live History 1970 - 1979 - Brossura

Freeman, Garry

Brossura

ISBN 10: 095664208X ISBN 13: 9780956642080

Casa editrice: Soundcheck Books, 2012

Riassunto

The Show's About To Start!

Emerson, Lake & Palmer concerts were never `just another gig'; each one was a spectacular epic of musical virtuosity infused with a showmanship that bordered on vaudeville.

If you were lucky enough to be there in the audience or you just wish you had been, you'll love this book. Garry Freeman has been to numerous Emerson, Lake & Palmer concerts over the years and listened to more tapes (some official, some not) than is healthy! In this vivid picture of the band's heyday, Garry really does make sure that the show never ends by reviewing over 150 of ELP's gigs - analyzing set lists, equipment used, between-song banter, how their shows evolved and much more. Even the admission price is mentioned. How does $5.50 a ticket at the Fillmore East in 1971 sound? Or a mere 50p for the London Pavilion in the same year?

All three band members have been unfailingly helpful in providing Garry with information that has been used in this book. Unapproachable superstars? No, just a bunch of good blokes. Official band archivist Tony Ortiz has provided hard-to-find images in this unique tribute. Members of the ELP online community have also contributed thoughts and memories, making this a genuine Fanfare For The Common Fan.

Comedian Jim Davidson, a long time admirer, provides a funny and touching foreword.

Su questo libro

Recensione:

A labour of love with lashings of detail and amusing moments. --Classic Rock

An impressive piece of research. --Prog Magazine

L'autore:

Garry Freeman is Director of Inclusion at a school near Leeds, Yorkshire. He wrote The Bootleg Guide (Scarecrow Press - 2003). A life long fan of ELP he is well connected with the various fan clubs and forums for the band.

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Soundcheck Books
• Data di pubblicazione: 2012
• ISBN 10: 095664208X
• ISBN 13: 9780956642080
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 277