Emerson, Lake & Palmer – The Best Of Emerson Lake & Palmer (CD, 1984, Atlantic 19283-2 / 250 757, West Germany Target)

Why This CD Matters
The Best Of Emerson Lake & Palmer surveys the progressive-rock trio through original compositions and their adaptations of classical and popular works. The nine-track program includes “Lucky Man,” “Karn Evil 9 (1st Impression, Part 2),” “Still....You Turn Me On,” and “Trilogy,” alongside interpretations of Aaron Copland and Henry Mancini. Greg Lake is credited as producer, while the compilation draws from recordings made at Advision Studios, Olympic Studios, Montreal’s Olympic Stadium, and Mountain Studios.

Collector Note
This 1984 German Atlantic CD carries catalog numbers 19283-2 and 250 757 and is an early Target-label-design pressing manufactured by Polygram in West Germany. The disc states “MADE IN WEST GERMANY BY POLYGRAM,” while the inserts were printed in West Germany and the release carries no barcode. This edition was originally issued with a smooth-edged jewel case and is identified by Polygram manufacturing number 2893 302.

Availability
Single copy available—once it's gone, it's gone.

Condition & Details
CD: VG+
Case: VG+
Booklet: VG+

Technical Details
Format: CD, Compilation, Reissue
Label: Atlantic
Country: Germany
Released: October 1984
Genre: Rock
Style: Prog Rock

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Hoedown – 3:44
Lucky Man – 4:36
Karn Evil 9 (1st Impression, Part 2) – 4:45
Jerusalem – 2:42
Peter Gunn – 3:30
Fanfare For The Common Man – 2:56
Still....You Turn Me On – 2:51
Tiger In A Spotlight – 4:34
Trilogy – 8:54

Shipping & Handling
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Shipped in protective CD bags.
Cracked cases replaced before shipping.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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