Keith Emerson is truly an incredible pianist and keyboardist, and this album really showcases his talent. Listening to this album, you can hear so many elements that carried over into the sound of Emerson, Lake & Palmer. The big difference, though, is that while ELP has a more grandiose and polished sound, The Nice leans into a more raw, energetic vibe.
So far, this is the only album I’ve heard from The Nice, but I can see why they’re credited as pioneers of progressive rock. ... read more