Emerson, Lake & Palmer - Brain Salad Surgery [2CD]

Emerson, Lake & Palmer (ELP), formed in 1970, were pivotal torchbearers of the progressive rock sound and one of rock's first super-groups. Achieving global sales exceeding 40 million albums, ELP significantly broadened the genre's audience throughout the 1970s. This release focuses on Brain Salad Surgery, their boldest and most popular album, which featured their best playing and production.

Key Features & Benefits

• Iconic Album: Brain Salad Surgery dominated charts upon its 1973 release, reaching U.K. No.2 and U.S No.11.
• Progressive Rock Landmark: Features the epic track 'Karn Evil 9,' which filled more than one side of the original LP.
• Historical Significance: This was the first release on ELP’s own label, Manticore Records.
• Comprehensive Audio: Includes the 24/96 HD 2014 remaster of the original 1973 album alongside the 2014 Steven Wilson stereo mix.
• Bonus Content: Features B-sides, alternate takes, and the legendary NME flexi disc.
• Expert Mastering: Audio mastered by world-renowned rock studio engineer Andy Pearce.
• In-Depth Liner Notes: 2CD booklet contains extensive new liner notes and new band interviews by journalist Chris Welch.

What's Included / Contents

This set is presented as a 2-item package (2CD).

2CD Content Details:

1. 24/96 HD 2014 remaster of the original 1973 album
2. 2014 Steven Wilson stereo mix
3. B-sides and alternate takes
4. The legendary NME flexi disc

Specifications

• Artist/Author: Emerson, Lake & Palmer
• Album: Brain Salad Surgery
• Format: CD (audioCD)
• Number of Items: 2
• Number of Discs: 1 (Note: Product features list 2 items, specified as 2CD content)
• Release Date (This Edition): 2024-10-25
• Original Release Year: 1973
• Label: BMG
• Language: English
• Color: multicoloured
• Dimensions: 140 x 126 x 15mm
• Weight: 114g
• Country of Origin: United Kingdom

Experience the definitive version of Emerson, Lake & Palmer's Brain Salad Surgery, packed with remastered audio and rare bonus material, essential for any British Invasion or progressive rock collection.