The unforgettable Greg Lake. Magnificent composer, singer, guitarist and bassist.

@damirhlobik6488

Жыл бұрын

God bless Greg

@LoyalOpposition

7 ай бұрын

True, but most of those compositions were Keith's except for Greg's best song, "Take a Pebble", but Keith's playing is really innovative.

Only a great soul can create such a beautiful sound ❤️ RIP Greg ❤

Majestic voice, no vibrato. The song "Take a Pebble" is maybe my favourite for demonstrating his voice. Also "Epitaph" when he was with King Crimson.

@willieboy3011

Жыл бұрын

King Crimson. Oh yes. "In the Court of the Crimson King," "In the Wake of Poseiden," "Moon Child" and so many others.

@Beringtunes

Жыл бұрын

Glad to see more King Crimson references! Absolutely! He brought elements into rock music not heard before, nor since. And yes, he is greatly missed. One of too many gone far too soon. Thanks again for this, Beth, & for all the great comments it's generated!! Great music does carry on, doesn't it?

@ronnyskaar3737

10 ай бұрын

Yes. You are right. No vibrato is so pleasing!

@nfrick1

10 ай бұрын

And on Pete Sinfield's Still

@Kaptain13Gonzo

10 ай бұрын

Dang, forgot that. I have both ELP and King Crimson on this week and forgot the connection. Damn I'm getting old. His vocals are fantastic.

Beautiful Chord progression and singing from Greg Lake

Greg Lake was not just a phenomenal vocalist and musician, he was a lovely human being. His autobiography “Lucky Man” (of course!!) is well worth a read. Thanks for the appreciation of a truly missed musical giant.

@JurgenStrauss-ow2ge

9 ай бұрын

Lucky Man is not an autobiography - He wrote this , when he was 12 years old !!!

@jonmccormick602

9 ай бұрын

@@JurgenStrauss-ow2ge You have misunderstood me. Lucky Man (the song) was indeed written when Greg was 12. However, his autobiography, published in June 2017, was similarly titled and I was making reference to the fact that it was apt that he should use the song title as the title for his autobiography.

Greg Lake is so criminally underrated...

@MrDino1953

9 ай бұрын

Bullshit cliché statement made on almost every KZread video about bands or singers. Greg Lake is very well-known, highly rated.

@wombocosmic

8 ай бұрын

Yes, you have right, but he is (was) as a singer one of the best too

@Kooky_Duzzfutz

7 ай бұрын

What was his rating?

@davidp.5598

7 ай бұрын

Not by me!

@javierg7118

6 ай бұрын

The answer is very simple John , because ELP music is not for anybody, is only for FINE HEARING SENSITIVITY PEOPLE. This song could transport you to another dimension , like when watching your woman before kissing her. That's more than I can say about this gem.

Greg Lake is one of my all time favorite vocalists. His tone was just perfect.

@ruthylopez

10 ай бұрын

His acoustic guitar work is also perfect.

@johnhmaloney

10 ай бұрын

@@ruthylopez He was a grreat guitarist and I think an even better bassist. They way he kept up with Emerson on Karn Evil 9 is mindblowing.

If you don't love Greg Lake, you don't love pure music.

Greg is the reason ELP became my #1 band from 1970 through to today. I loved his voice and bass playing from the first time I heard it when my then 15yr old self bought the first King Crimson album in 1968. When I heard he was leaving KC and forming an unusual keyboard-centric power trio I followed him and have never regretted it since. Thanks to ELP I also developed an appreciation for jazz, and especially Classical.. due to their adaptations of Bartok, Ginestera, Mussorgsky, and others. Though not entirely exclusively, they were the music of my life.

Incredible song. Just a great artist, his voice and his guitar and a masterpiece.

For me top three male prog voices are Greg Lake, Justin Hayward and Jon Anderson. For the females Annie Haslam is in a catagory of her own.

@spmccord

Жыл бұрын

Amen on Annie.

@allensaunders449

Жыл бұрын

Depends on what you mean by prog. Steve Walsh from Kansas. There are more then 3 for sure

@michaelhogan6770

Жыл бұрын

Beth needs to do an Annie song.

@wallacecallow2255

Жыл бұрын

@@michaelhogan6770 I suggested some Renaissance to her a while back. She undoubtably has a ton of stuff to go through. She did react to Loreena Mckennitt.

Жыл бұрын

Also Peter Hammill from Van Der Graaf Generator and Richard Sinclair from Caravan / Camel / Hatfield and the North

Greg did have a wonderful voice. It seems to me that he always paid a lot of attention to the dynamics and that creates interest.

I've loved Greg's voice ever since his days with King Crimson, singing Pete Sinfield's eloquent lyrics. Very little vibrato, and he has such unique tone, you always know it's him. No slouch on guitar either, needless to say, with a fine sense of sound dynamics. RIP Greg, you are missed, and thanks for a fine choice once again, Beth.

@kratino

Жыл бұрын

I don't understand why people say "he's no slouch. . ." on whatever. He played guitar for 8 years before he played bass with The Gods, not even knowing how. When he went to King Crimson, Michael Giles, the incredible drummer, stopped him and said, "What are you doing?" Greg knew how to play the bass, but he didn't really know how to PLAY THE BASS until Giles taught him how to work with a drummer. From then on, he was off to the races. He was a fabulous acoustic and lead guitar player. I know it's a figure of speech, but can't we just say he excelled as a vocalist, instrumentalist, songwriter, lyricist, and producer?

@lifelover515

Жыл бұрын

@@kratino Fair comment and informative too - I wasn't aware of Greg's instrumental development. I share your opinion of Michael Giles's drumming, especially on 'Court', not to mention Ian McDonald's exquisite reed work. I guess we all have our pet peeves when it comes to figures of speech. A couple of mine are 'legendary' and 'iconic', applicable in some cases but much overused. How can someone be legendary if their whole career is well documented? Cheers and thanks.

@kratino

Жыл бұрын

@@lifelover515 I never thought about the use of "legendary"! Great point! Here's another one: I guarantee somewhere in the comments someone said Greg was "underrated." That is the word I see all the time in comments sections. I think people mean not enough people are aware of the artist's skill, but when you've sold 48 million records as a band and more as a solo artist (at a time in history when there was no such thing as MTV or Spotify or a "viral" video to get heard), how can you be underrated? When ELP were in their prime, they were traveling the world, selling out stadiums, Madison Square Garden for multiple nights, and the like. I love that reactors are bringing this band's work to the attention of the 40-and-under population and helping those of us who know and love their work relive our own initial reactions.

@dickschlitz1360

16 күн бұрын

I tell u what …the guy…say what u will…was no slouch on the guitar…by any means

Greg Lake was phenomenal. He could literally sing and chew gum at the same time. I saw ELP perform back in 1973 or 74 and they were amazing (and loud…my ears rang for a week afterwards).

@tonypeake467

Жыл бұрын

So jealous that you have seen them live.

@JessGulbranson

Жыл бұрын

He could also dodge knives while continuing to play. One of the best concerts I've ever seen.

@gregoryeverett9811

Жыл бұрын

I saw them in Atlanta on their Works tour in 1978.They played for about 3 1/2 hours with a break in the middle. Phnominal! And my ears rang for a while asd well.

@jonmccormick602

Жыл бұрын

@@tonypeake467 there’s not much going for you if you’re closer to 70 than 60…..but seeing ELP live at their very best (1973 for me) makes up for that😁

@wardka

Жыл бұрын

Yes, I saw them on their Brain Salad Surgery tour. I'm pretty sure it was the loudest concert I ever attended -- and I've been to Black Sabbath and The Who!

Greg Lake one of the best vocals all time

“From the Beginning” is another amazing demonstration of Greg’s vocals and acoustic guitar skills. Also, more as a group thing, “Pirates” is another fantastic track.

@jonathanroberts8981

10 ай бұрын

Heard a request on New York radio from a ship heading out on a Transatlantic voyage to hear “Pirates” before they were out of range.

There is something magical about this song

What you're saying about the flute-like quality is why Lake is said to have had a choirboy's voice. He did. He could. But he was a musician of great versatility, as were his bandmates. The range of genres and styles this band covered was unmatched. They could be upbeat, frenetic, dark, dirty, tender, romantic, silly, scandalous, traditional, or cutting-edge. They did instrumental adaptations of many classical and modern pieces. The rabbit hole is deep and winding and full of thrills and shocks. If you keep listening, you'll find that reference.

@edljnehan2811

10 ай бұрын

Awesome and extremely well put baby cakers❤ as a 53-year fan of this group I don't think I have ever heard it better put😊 you speak intelligently knowledgeable and from the heart when you describe ELP. That's why I enjoy reading your comments about my favorite group. So many people that don't understand them seemed to take pleasure in putting them down or comparing them and inferior to yes and Genesis which is really the other way around. The Only singer that comes close to Greg Lake is a female by the name of Annie Haslam😊 peace salutation love and respect❤ from Ed the e l p head😅

The inimitable Greg Lake. Beautiful piece masterfully performed.

Greg had the most powerful voice in prog, distinctive. A real troubadour. You need to listen more of him, if not everything he sang on, and specially his King Crimson debut. He was a portentous balladeer, he could've made a huge career out of that wonderful sense of romance he had but strangely, he didnt. You wont be disappointed!

This song touch my heart so deep. Amazing. I have listened to it hundred of times.

Greg. Devastatingly beautiful musician.

"The feeling of royalty and medieval times." Oh, you hit the nail on the head as to how this performance hits me. Thanks, Beth, for your wonderful reaction video! For yourself, have a go at another of Greg Lake's songs 'Take A Pebble'. It is a wild ride - with a great show of his vocal talent!

One of my favorite voices for 40 years.

Best voice...in the best group...

His virtuoso guitar playing, rich vocals, and thoughtful songwriting... Greg Lake was a master who deserved more accolades

This performance highlights the magnificent voice and guitar work by Greg Lake. He was amazing.

Greg Lake - what a voice, so unappreciated.

@thomask0043

9 ай бұрын

Why unappreciated? This song was played about 50 years ago and ELP filled huge concert halls back then. No worries! His voice still sends shivers down our spines 50 yrs later ;-)

That voice and the playing. Then you remember his main role in ELP was as a bassist. Bloody hell.

@paulm749

10 ай бұрын

Indeed. But then you listen to his bass playing on Karn Evil 9 and you can understand why he got that assignment. Just a fantastic musician.

@rossbrowning5201

2 ай бұрын

Tarkus is also a great example of his great bass playing..unheralded bass virtuoso..​@@paulm749

For me he has the best male singing voice ever ! My 2nd live concert ever was ELP in 1971 ! And I love this voice since then .

Thanks for reminding how touching and beautiful this is. Pictures at Exhibition is one of my all time favourites regardless of the performance's music style.

Greg Lake is really a bard here. I played the vinyl album of Pictures at an Exhibition many times in the day, and this was a highlight. The voice and the beautiful arpeggios. Love it

@Tessmage_Tessera

Жыл бұрын

That entire album is overwhelmingly brilliant.

RIP Greg.

What a tremendous choice and what a showcase for that great voice and phenomenal guitar work

His voice is also immediately recognizable.

Wow. I never , ever dreamed anyone would react to this piece. So well- done, so very unexpected. A million thanks.

I really don't understand why they are so underappreciated. Long my favorite prog rock band. Thank you!

@brianrussell6570

Жыл бұрын

they are underappreciated now...not when they were touring and releasing albums

@nectarinedreams7208

Жыл бұрын

The music press hated them at the time and has (largely successfully) tried to erase them from history. It's sad because all they were trying to do is entertain people, and made some pretty good music doing it. They weren't nearly as pretentious or self-serious as critics made out, imo.

@sergiobrunetti2072

Жыл бұрын

because they stopped considering the guitar as the main instrument in rock music

@Tessmage_Tessera

Жыл бұрын

Not underappreciated in the 70's. They were huge. They headlined the famous California Jam festival in '74, for example.

@rossbrowning5201

2 ай бұрын

​@@Tessmage_Tesserablew Deep Purple off the stage and I love Deep Purple. .

Greg Lake was the first rock vocalist that made me think singing mattered a lot in rock music. Don't get me wrong: I love singers like Roger Daltrey, Robert Plant, etc., but Greg Lake, to me, was a higher level. "Still, You turn Me On" and "From the Beginning" are other great examples of his ballad singing, while "Karn Evil 9" is probably the top of his conventional rock vocals. I'm so excited you reacted to this: Thank you so much!!!

@Tessmage_Tessera

Жыл бұрын

One of the most gorgeous voices of all time, I agree.

@winterlane2247

10 ай бұрын

Higher level Yes

If you are wise enough to try King Crimson (Greg's earlier band) - Epitath & In the Court of the Crimson King are two beautifully sung pieces which you would appreciate.

@TimGibson-qp8tn

Жыл бұрын

Totally agree. His vocals on those two songs are among his best - and the entire album is must listening for any exploration of prog roots.

@stefanomaccheo

Жыл бұрын

I would love it if she did Epitaph or In The Wake of Poseidon (weighs balanced on the scaaaaaaleessssssss), but I think it will never happen as unfortunately King Crimson are notorious blockers.

@chadbennett7873

Жыл бұрын

@@stefanomaccheo Well, Robert is. He's just a disagreeable pr*ck.

@chadbennett7873

Жыл бұрын

@@TimGibson-qp8tn Absolutely ... iis considered, by many or most, as the first progressive rock album. I consider it the dawn of Prog.

@shunnache

7 ай бұрын

The vocal isolated version of Epitaph is amazing.

Greg Lake has a great voice. Another ELP song with singing you might consider is "From the Beginning"

@tonypeake467

Жыл бұрын

I would add 'Pirates' to that. Powerful vocal performance by Greg

@surfpsych

Жыл бұрын

Or "Take a Pebble."

@Tessmage_Tessera

Жыл бұрын

Guys, we could list 30 songs easily. Greg was always great.

@merlin5476

10 ай бұрын

From the beginning is a very special tune to me, i picked it for my brothers funeral in 2020, we were both E.L.P. fans.

I loved Greg’s vocals on the first KC album and all of ELP’s stuff. He had a rather deep, rich tone, but could do really good higher notes as well, back in the early 70’s. Keith’s autobiography suggests that Greg didn’t look after his wonderful voice all that well, do warm ups, exercises etc, to maintain its fine quality in later life.

You never disappoint Beth. I'm so glad you've elected to react to Greg Lake. In fact I was going to request you look at his singing of "Pirates" in the last few days. Obviously I don't understand voice like you do, but to my ears Greg has the purest ever voice in the prog rock genre. Unashamed fan of Lake and ELP from Australia. I wish I had seen them live. Thanks again Beth.

Beth, thank you so much for introducing me to this song. I love it.

And he was so gorgeous too. I've been in love with his voice since the 70's. ❤

Greg Lake had to be one of the best singers ever!!! For me anyway! I adored his voice. I was a huge fan of ELP. I hv most of their records. They were all brilliant. I was crushed when Greg died. I’m glad she appreciates his voice. Younger ppl today hv no idea what they r missing not listening to him.

I was a teenager then. I turned on ELP and King Crimson before I turned on to other popular substances then. "Lucky Man," "Take a Pebble," and "From the Beginning" all showcase his voice. So glad you did ELP.

To me what's perfect is that there s a lot of contrast and sincerity. Not like all the supposed "incredible" voices we are sold today

If you want to fully explore Greg Lake's range, check out the studio track "Trilogy" from the album of the same name. He sings in great ballad style over Emersons wonderful piano work when it opens, then rocks out later in the track. When the holidays roll around check out "Father Christmas." Saw them quite a few times in the 70s when they were at the height of their power. Great shows by phenomenal musicians.

Beautiful song. Very underrated and underrepresented.

It is *so* cute to watch someone discover what blew the rest of us away fifty years ago. Yeah, those three (ELP) were unique in their approach and sound. Great stuff, fun to watch someone young discover it. Lake and Jon Anderson, no one could touch either of those two for just pure stratospheric vocal command. Oh, and Lake and Chris Squire were roommates at one point, trivia fact.

Greg Lake also has the annual Christmas Song "I Believe in Father Christmas" in his repertoire

@bigrobbie1843

9 ай бұрын

+1

For a guy with no vibrato ,and a modest range he has so much soul & depth. His lyrics are otherworldly

Greg Lake was a great musician and vocalist and ELP was a great band. Don't know if it's true but some folks claim that El Paso (Texas) saw increased traffic in those years because ELP fans wanted to get the luggage tags with the "ELP" airport designation on it. Wouldn't surprise me a bit.

To write this is one thing, to sing this another. To be the creator and the performer is profound.😊

My heart. Gone seven years today. Rest in peace, sweet minstrel. 🖤

Try Jon Anderson of Yes and Annie Haslam from Renaissance. You will appreciate both of them and Annie was classically trained.

@robbdopke8670

Жыл бұрын

Celestine by Annie ❤️

@Beachgirl1

Жыл бұрын

Annie is criminally underrated.

@stephaniethurmer5370

Жыл бұрын

@@Beachgirl1 I think the whole band is, especially the late Jon Camp on bass and vocals.

@Beachgirl1

Жыл бұрын

@@stephaniethurmer5370 Spot on.

I saw ELP..on their second American tour and i was amazed by there musical virtuosity..stunningly performance, showmanship. When Greg Lake sang this piece his voice was crystal clear as well as his guitar so clear and precise. A concert i will not forget ! May him and Kieth Emerson rest in peace 🙏 !!!!

Check Greg out as he aged and became more baritone. Affairs of the Heart is one you’d like. Check his solo performance of Lucky Man live with the story behind it. His video on the J-200 not only talks about his love of the guitar but some history of the sound of ELP and King Crimson.

Beautiful reaction Beth, to a beautiful song. What a talent he was, an integral part of a genuine super group. I love his songs on his side of Works 1. Probably my favourite Greg Lake song apart from this is From the Beginning. Well worth a review!

You can get more of his vocal in King Crimson "Court of the Crimson King". Also more of his 'folk' vocals with ELP doing "Still You Turn Me On" and "From The Beginning". Also, also, "I Believe in Father Christmas".

If you were ever lucky enough to see ELP live, you would always love Greg Lake

Great reaction to a great singer! ❤

Finally, someone reacting to Greg Lakes vocals!

Greg Lake had the most beautiful and powerful voice out of all Englands prophets of sound ELP was so ahead of its time ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@glenissmith9209

Жыл бұрын

The music world still isn't anywhere near catching up, over half a century later.

@edljnehan2811

10 ай бұрын

​@@glenissmith9209boy you got that one right😅 I don't think I could have put it better myself😊

Listen to “Pirates”. Wonderful soaring vocals that tell a fantastic story.

A beautiful performance from a beautiful man with a beautiful voice..... perfection

For me the greatest voice in the history of progressive rock. R.I.P. Greg.

@edljnehan2811

10 ай бұрын

Pretty much even with Annie Haslam from Renaissance😊

There's something about Greg Lake's acoustic guitar play. It's just...mwach! *chef's kiss*

"Sitting in a royal court." That's a very good analogy ! Court of the Crimson King . Take a Peddle and Still You Turn Me On also have that quality

Have loved the band since childhood, but I fell in love with Greg Lake recently, when I found a video of him doing, "Still, You Turn Me On". So adorable and talented.

Thank you 🇬🇧 for giving us so much beautiful music! ♥️ From 🇺🇸. You are Legends!

Greg had a very smooth and rich voice.

A Masterpiece

You are awesome Beth!

Why can't we have this these days..so very missed

We all wanted to play and sing like Greg.

"Pirates" is also must for ELP .

@tonypeake467

Жыл бұрын

Agreed. Hope Beth reacts to this classic

Love ELP. Their "Lucky Man" is one of my all-time favorites.

@lexdekkers918

Жыл бұрын

Written when he was 16 years old...

Absolutely Love your review of the Emerson, Lake & Palmer song The Sage! Greg Lake was one simply truly talented singer, composer, and musician! I had the good fortune to had attened ELPs concert in 1977 and 1978 here in the United States when I was 15 and 16 years old respectfully! Greatest concert memories of my teenage years in the 1970s are of Progressive Rock Bands ELP, Jethro Tull and Yes!

A fun song to play, that's for sure. Also the line - Come share of my breath and my substance, and mingle Our streams and our tides. I mean! God damn It that Is good! I love It!

@kratino

Жыл бұрын

In bright, infinite moments. Our reasons are lost in our rhymes. . .

@lamecasuelas2

Жыл бұрын

@@kratino hoo boy! 👌👌

Thanks Beth for listening to Greg Lake - one of rock's greatest vocalists. Singing and playing guitar quite beautifully here, with nowhere to hide in this gorgeous solo spot. Might I suggest you try ELP's live version of Pirates at the Montreal Olympic Stadium - his best vocal performance, imo. I was lucky enough to see them as long ago as 1972, again in '74, 1992 and their final performance in 2010. All three were among the very best on their respective instruments (sadly, only Palmer is still with us, still playing with undiminished skill and enthusiasm). Emerson was the greatest rock keyboard player ever, and remains unsurpassed - and Lake was not only an outstanding singer, but an excellent bassist and guitarist as well. Still my favourite band.

Greg Lake had the most beautiful voice in rock.

This song has always had a poignant undertone as far as I am concerned. Pure artistic rendition in broad day light. RIP Greg, miss you everybody's Father Christmas :-D

Brilliant songwriter, vocalist, AND guitarist, overlooked and under appreciated to be sure.

@tonypeake467

Жыл бұрын

Was Lake under appreciated as a vocalist. Who by ?

@manwithumbrella

Жыл бұрын

@@tonypeake467 By people who weren't/aren't fans. Whenever there is talk of great singers, Lake is never mentioned.

@Beringtunes

Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately there's truth to that. But we're talking & appreciating now, aren't we? Spread the word! This music isn't outmoded or "old," any more than any classical music is. But it ISN'T promoted much any more. That IS a shame. Beth, THANK YOU for doing just that! This very discussion that YOU'VE started... IS Important. Kudos to you & your excellent taste in music! Cheers!❤😊

I saw ELP at a smallish venue called Trentham Gardens Ballroom in 1973. They did Pictures at an Exhibition and some of Trilogy. Kieth Emerson sticking knives in his Hammond Organ, putting his hand’s inside a live electric organ,never forget it.

Thanks Beth, another favorite band from my youth. I was hoping someone would react to them, cheers.

Greg Lake was a master. Voice from heaven. Even though he didn’t believe. I hope is jamming w EMO and Jimi and Cozzi

Beth i stumbled across this clip and can't thank you emough!!!! I listened to this album, karn evil 9 and welcome back relentlessly and id forgotten the strength and beauty of this particular song. It blows the dust off one's soul, and did me a lot of good this heavy day. I'd recommend you listen to In the Court of the Crimson King, as others have in these comments. Arriving on the scene in 1969 it was certainly a catalyst for everything prog that followed. i would also say check out Keith Emersons solo piano piece Prelude to a Hope as almost a companion piece to the Sage in its beauty, restraint and sheer musical talent.

A magical performance. Perfect in every way. And people actually listening. Imagine that.

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@richardcoulson6005

10 ай бұрын

Steve Howe is a magical player, so, maybe, you should listen to some Yes or some ABWH

Great song of ELP!!! I suggest the band Asia, song Heat of the moment with John Wetton on vocals and Yes , song Love will find a way, because I know that you really like Yes 😊

You pegged it Beth. Spot on my dear😋

Someone may have already mentioned this below, but that clip was one "movement" from ELP's interpretation of Mussorgsky's "Pictures at an Exhibition". The album was recorded from this same live performance, I believe. If you haven't listened to the whole thing, I suggest you do. A pretty remarkable work for the time. There's more of Greg's phenomenal singing and the virtuosity of Keith Emerson and Carl Palmer.

Beautiful voice, great band!!!

great singer and imo best voice in rock ever

Another amazing vocal extraordinaire is Greg singing Lucky Man at the California Jam 1974. And it still makes me wonder how such refined singing could be accomplished while chewing gum!

It's nice to hear what qualified people think about this beautiful song sung by Angel Voice Thank You

More than just playing/singing, I think he was casting a spell. Everybody listening (including me) was captured in stunned silence!

Godlike vocals,angelic whispers

All comments SO true! Saw ELP in Pittsburgh, in '73... AMAZING show. As were YES (Jon Anderson, mentioned), & King Crimson. Have seen a few times too, but sadly nvr w Greg Lake. Always thot Lake's voice was AMAZING, & perfect for the songs he sang. I'd not remembered this one... so fabulous! Interesting to note, the last cpl of phrases in the beautiful guitar solo were an exact homage to Robert Fripp's gorgeous guitar work in "The Court of the Crimson King." Beth, great commentary, too. Look forward to watching more now that I've found ya! Must ask, hv you heard that 1st King Crimson album, "In the Court of the Crimson King"? (1969) Greg Lake on bass & vocals, w INCOMPARABLE Robert Fripp & K.C. band. If you like Greg Lake, & the magical, mystical, timeless fairy tale ambiences you enjoyed, that album will spin your head around. It's one of the earth-shaking, seminal recordings leading off the prog rock movement in the MOST spectacular ways! As a prof musician myself, it seriously changed my life! As others have mentioned, songs "Epitaph," "I Talk To the Wind" "The Court of the Crimson King"... aaaa, ALL of 'em... feature Lake's inimitable vocals as the perfect front for this pivotal, amazing music. (Headphones def recommended!) Those players also spun off to form other groups like Foreigner & more. Thanks again. I have many ELP records, but will listen further, & deeper. Amazing stuff, & I actually also prefer the lyrical songs that feature Lake's brilliant playing & vocals. Cheers!