I found this new album by Greg Lake in my local independent record store today (HEAD, Leamington Spa, just below HMV which is currently in the middle of a closing down sale). I must admit I wasn't convinced that an album recorded live with backing tapes (I think - correct me if I'm wrong) with chat between songs would be that great.
I was wrong. Absolutely loved it. I may end up taking out the 'chats' between songs, but there is really something magical about hearing Greg Lake singing these songs alongside stories - the one about 'Oh Lucky Man' is inspirational, and the story about the cover art for Court of the Crimson King is quite sad.
I was surprised to see it in a store - not in this store, as they tend to stock a fair few Esoteric titles (Although not as many as I'd like) - but mainly because it's not supposed to be released until tomorrow!
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