Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #21247 in DVD
• Released on: 2008-04-28
• Rating: Exempt
• Aspect ratio: 1.33:1
• Formats: DVD-Video, Live, PAL
• Original language: English
• Number of discs: 1
• Running time: 89 minutes

Synopsis
Monumental concert captured after Emerson, Lake and Palmer reformed in 1991. Tracks include 'Welcome Back', 'Tarkus', 'Knife Edge', 'Paper Blood', and 'Creole Dance'.

Customer Reviews

ELP-THE LEGEND RETURNS
Being present at this concert brought back many fond memories of ELP,as I was lucky enough to see the band in their 70's heyday.Despite bieng on the latter stage of their comeback world tour,the musicianship is practically flawless,in particular Keith Emerson,who,despite an increasing problem with his right hand,(which culminated in career-saving surgery),knocks out some fabulous keyboards.Carl Palmer is still the flamboyant showman,witness his magnificent drum solo,whilst Greg Lake proves that it is possible to play bass and sing at the same time,despite many bass players claims to the contrary.
Lake's voice is,admittedly,nowhere near as effective as it was in the 70's, and at times,sounds positively strained-possibly the effect of too many ciggies during that time,but on most of the material,the deeper,more rounded vocals do not spoil the overall effect. Possibly because of the battery of new sounds created by the group,(Emerson's updated synths in particular), the bands sound is not too similar to what they delivered in the past,giving the older material an updated lease of life.
There are no extras-not surprising really,as the tour is well documented on the "Welcome Back" DVD,and I really recommend this disc, as it captures the sound and atmosphere of a much-loved group,proving to the world that they can still deliver at the highest level.The only minor niggle for me is the abrupt entry of "Fanfare" and the ensuing medley/finale.
This DVD will probably suit most ELP diehards, and many prog-rock fans in general.The Albert Hall lighting is superb,as is the sound.(Paul Murden)

The Show That Never Ends
This is a terrific performance from prog superstars ELP, on their 1994 reunion tour for the album 'Black Moon.'
The audio and visual quality is superb; especially considering that the show was filmed in 1994, and the track listing is incredible. There are of course, three new songs to support the 'Black Moon,' album, including a rocked up 'Romeo and Juliet,' by Sergei Prokofiev (you'll recognise it from TV if you don't listen to classical music)
The rest of the concert is Classic ELP through and through; with 'Tarkus,' 'Lucky Man,' 'Rondo,' and a wonderful rendition of fan favourite 'Pictures at an Exhibition,' complete with a huge drum solo just before `The Great Gates of Kiev.'
Technology has advanced since the 70's and so; as stated by the last reviewer, the synth and electronic sounds are fresher and fuller than on record.
Greg's voice is also pretty darn good and the musicianship throughout is top quality.
The only problem with the show (if it's even a real one) is that 'Welcome back,' is only about one minute of `Karn Evil 9,' (guess which bit?) and it would be nice to see more.
To keep costs down there are no special features and no booklet but considering what an awesome show you get for the price, it's hardly something to complain about.
An awesome show at a bargain price; buy it now!

E L P 'd
I was at this tour in Birmingham early 1992, at teh Symphony Hall. What can I say? I am still open mouthed!

Not too keen on the way the drum mics work though, every drum sounds pletty well the same note...

Keyboards are incredible. Backward playing, throwing the Hammond over, and fire-breathing controllers...

The incredible voice of Carl Palmer here too, and what a fantastic bassist he is too. Beautiful use of Wal basses, and PRS guitars, and of course Zamatis acoustics too.

It was a mamoth show, and I think, from memory, there's about 20 minutes only that are cut from the gig, I recall it was near two hours at the B'ham Symphony Hall, but the DVD is just 94 minutes long! Oh well.

What happened to the paint tins and the wall painting?

Great, love it. Emerson is one of the finest and most natural players around, I still remember seeing him on Oscar Peterson's show, he walked over Rick Wakeman the previous week, sorry Rick, love Yes too.