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emigre80 
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 Posted: March 13 2016 at 14:40 |
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And how were they...really? I saw them in the mid 80's in Toronto, but it was a horrible outdoor event in mid October. Have you seen them before?
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I saw them back in 2001, just before Entwistle died, and enjoyed that one a lot, and this too. However, it is worth noting that there were eight musicians on stage last night. Great musicians, one and all, and Zach Starkey is a much better drummer than his father ever was, and played phenomenally. I just couldn't help noticing that it took eight musicians to put on as good a show I saw 15 years ago with four. Most of the songs were what you'd expect (Who Are You, I Can See for Miles, etc. - which is not a complaint because I love all those songs) but a few were surprises - Bargain from Who's Next, for example, which I never expected to see live. A really brilliant closing of Won't Get Fooled Again and a great, great Baba O'Riley. Also Pinball Wizard, which is my least favorite Who song ever, but I knew it was coming so just ignored it. Great set and light show as well. Townsend was very chatty and funny. The main complaint is that Daltrey's and Townsend's voices are just not great these days, but it didn't really detract from the songs. We really enjoyed it, but I am sure that will be it in terms of live shows for them. It felt very much like a farewell tour, but maybe that is just in light of recent news and my mood rather than theirs.
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Ethos
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Posted: March 13 2016 at 11:34 |
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I went to see Umphrey's McGee last Friday night not having heard the news. They encored with From the Beginning. I thought how sweet to hear one of my favorite ELP songs. It was the first time they played that song at one of their shows and they did a good job. It was only when I got home from the show and learned the news, did I realize it was in tribute to Keith. The progessive Founding Fathers are one by one, existing the stage. What an amazing blueprint and legacy they have left behind to build upon for all time.
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"As sure as Eggs is Eggs."
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JD
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Posted: March 13 2016 at 11:16 |
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And how were they...really? I saw them in the mid 80's in Toronto, but it was a horrible outdoor event in mid October. Have you seen them before?
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emigre80
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Posted: March 13 2016 at 09:59 |
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I saw the Who in Louisville last night, and Pete Townsend mentioned Keith Emerson during the set. There were a lot of photos of Keith Moon and John Entwistle shown on screen before and during the concert. I guess all musicians of that age are feeling their own mortality very strongly now.
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Tom Ozric
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Posted: March 13 2016 at 07:32 |
^ That was an amazing clip 
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RockHound
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Posted: March 13 2016 at 07:07 |
I was just crushed to learn of Keith's passing last night.
One of my favorite reminiscences is to think of the duet with Oscar Peterson where they played Honky-Tonk Train Blues. That was a real eye opener for me, because I always considered Mr. Emerson a bull in a china shop who was an endless font of reckless fun. What comes through in that video is how much respect he had for Oscar and how he cast his bravado aside and tickle the ivories with another legendary musician. Keith was clearly on his best behavior that day!
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symphonicman
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Posted: March 12 2016 at 23:22 |
Rest in peace to my favourite keyboardist, that learned me to like the Synthesizer.
Edited by symphonicman - March 13 2016 at 14:37
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Master James of St. George.
Of the fields and the sky.
He used to build castles of stone, steel, and blood.
But lines get broken down.
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AtomicCrimsonRush
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Posted: March 12 2016 at 22:22 |
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Very sad to hear that such a legend has passed on this way. Emerson will always remain in my music collection as an outstanding keyboardist. He single handed saved the Works album for me. I will never forget his comments on the Dvd From the Beginning where he sl*g.ed off the Love Beach album with such sarcasm and wit. His on stage presence was mesmerising too. He was one of the originals. RIP to one of the greatest keyboardists.
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AEProgman
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Posted: March 12 2016 at 19:23 |
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^^Nice picture (no pun intended). My condolences again to Keith's family, been listening to ELP today.
Edited by AEProgman - March 12 2016 at 19:24
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arschiparschi
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Posted: March 12 2016 at 19:23 |
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Really sad news. :(
Thoughts go out to his family and close friends.
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siLLy puPPy
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Posted: March 12 2016 at 18:51 |
This is such a great photo that i just hadda share it
Edited by siLLy puPPy - March 12 2016 at 18:52
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cstack3
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Posted: March 12 2016 at 18:43 |
Dr. Brian May sends his thoughts....
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ozzy_tom
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Posted: March 12 2016 at 18:27 |
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Very sad news. He's always been my favourite musician. I'll pray for him today and hope God forgive him the way he abandoned this world.
Rest in peace my prog-rock hero!
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The.Crimson.King
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Posted: March 12 2016 at 18:12 |
cstack3 wrote:
I saw ELP on the BSS tour twice....it was remarkable music, played by remarkable musicians! I never quite understood the thrashing they seemed to draw on PA.
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Always wished I'd seen the BSS tour! I was lucky enough to see them on the '77 Works tour in Oakland. I remember at the time we were all shocked at the high price of the tickets...a whole $6 each! They'd already sent the orchestra home so had rearranged the Works stuff for 3 piece and it was fantastic. Funny memory from that night was between songs Keith had a problem and his keyboard tech was working on something for a couple minutes when Keith steps up to the mic and says, "Having a little organ trouble...bet you can all get into that!" 
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verslibre
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Posted: March 12 2016 at 18:11 |
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Saw the Works 1 tour and then saw Emerson astride his Harley at Wilshire and Santa Monica one weekday afternoon around 10 years back. To think we'll never see him again... |
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mithrandir
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Posted: March 12 2016 at 17:27 |
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wow, this is very sad news, may he forever ride the eternal hammond organ in space!
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Watabou
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Posted: March 12 2016 at 16:14 |
Such terrible news! Right when I wake up too! Time to listen to ELP all day.
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Man With Hat
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Posted: March 12 2016 at 16:01 |
Never thought it would be suicide. Makes the whole situation even more disheartening.
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Dig me...But don't...Bury me
I'm running still, I shall until, one day, I hope that I'll arrive
Warning: Listening to jazz excessively can cause a laxative effect.
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Cosmiclawnmower
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Posted: March 12 2016 at 15:18 |
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Very shocked to hear this extremely sad news! I have never been a massive ELP fan but Keith was a hugely talented musician and a real, real gentleman. The Nice (and also the first ELP lp and Tarkus) were hugely influential, particularly on the continent, in bringing about the metamorphosis from Psychedelic rock to Progressive rock. Sincerest condolences to Keith's family and friends on this particularly tragic loss. RIP Keith and Thank you.
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smoledman
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Posted: March 12 2016 at 13:14 |
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The top keyboard player of his generation. RIP.
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