USED VINYL
Emerson, Lake & Palmer – Tarkus
$24.00
The record
Year/Genre: 1971 Progressive Rock
Matrix #: SD 9900
Condition: VG+ Plays very clean.
Description: Formed in London, Emerson, Lake & Palmer emerged as one of the defining acts of British progressive rock. Tarkus, their second album, is centered around a 20-minute title suite that blends classical influences, philosophical themes, and aggressive rock instrumentation. Keith Emerson’s virtuosic Hammond organ and Moog synthesizer work drive the suite, while Greg Lake’s vocals and Carl Palmer’s precise drumming elevate the trio’s complexity. Released during the peak of prog’s popularity, the album critiques war and mechanization through its surreal, armadillo-tank mascot—a visual symbol as bold as the music. A cornerstone of the early ’70s prog movement.
Price Suggestions based on Matrix #:
NM: $35–$45
VG+: $22–$30
VG: $16–$20
7/9/25 sc
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