Tarkus

Emerson, Lake & Palmer

Tarkus

RELEASED: June 14, 1971
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Tarkus: i. Eruption / ii. Stones of Years / iii. Iconoclast / iv. Mass / v. Manticore / vi. Battlefield / vii. Aquatarkus 20:40 2. Jeremy Bender 1:50 3. Bitches Crystal 3:58 4. The Only Way 3:48 5. Infinite Space (Conclusion) 3:20 6. A Time and a Place 3:01 7. Are You Ready Eddy? 2:09
Historical Archive
Tarkus is the second studio album by the English progressive rock band Emerson, Lake & Palmer, released in 1971. The album is a concept piece that features a blend of rock, classical, and jazz elements, showcasing the band's virtuosic musicianship and complex compositions. The title track, 'Tarkus,' is a multi-part suite that spans over 20 minutes and is known for its elaborate keyboard arrangements and dynamic shifts. The album received critical acclaim for its ambitious scope and remains a landmark in the progressive rock genre, influencing numerous artists and bands in the years that followed.