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Emerson Lake & Palmer

Emerson, Lake & Palmer - Knife Edge Live Performance in Zurich, Switzerland

Venue: Limmathaus Location: Zurich, Zürich, Switzerland Date: December 4, 1970

In December 1970, Emerson Lake & Palmer performed "Knife Edge" live in Zurich, a powerful showcase of their progressive rock prowess. At this point in their career, they had recently released their self-titled debut album, *Emerson, Lake & Palmer,* just a few months earlier. The album, a bold blend of rock, classical influences, and jazz elements, had already started to push boundaries and earn them a solid fanbase. The Zurich performance came shortly before they released their sophomore LP, *Tarkus,* which would solidify their reputation in the genre. Interestingly, this live recording was part of a Belgian TV program, allowing a wider audience to experience the magic of their live sound—a thrilling mix of Keith Emerson's virtuosic keyboard work, Greg Lake's soulful vocals, and Carl Palmer's dynamic drumming. Just imagine the energy in that venue! It was a moment that captured not only their musical talent but also the electrifying atmosphere of the early '70s rock scene.

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