THE THOUGHTS OF EMERLIST DAVJACK

All the hallmark elements of ELP are there, even though L and P aren't present: classical and jazz quotes, virtuosic musicianship, bafflingly inane lyrics... The instrumentals are the best part of the album, most notably "War And Peace," although "Flower King of Flies" is a nice song. It is very evocative of its time, so those who aren't fond of psychedelia might want to steer clear. Otherwise it's quite a fun album.