EPISODE · Jan 23, 2026 · 4 MIN
When Emerson, Lake & Palmer Brought A Tank On Tour [Highlight From Episode 352]
from Booked On Rock · host Eric Senich
When Emerson, Lake & Palmer toured Tarkus in 1971, prog rock spectacle hit new extremes—including a full-size tank onstage. Author Bruce Pegg shares the story behind ELP’s infamous Tarkus tour and how the band redefined what a rock concert could be.Listen to Episode 352 - Emerson, Lake & Palmer: A History Told by the Fans🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: BOOKEDONROCKhttps://oldglory.com/discount/BOOKEDONROCK----------Booked On Rock is part of The Boneless Podcasting Network BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: [email protected] The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe
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When Emerson, Lake & Palmer toured Tarkus in 1971, prog rock spectacle hit new extremes—including a full-size tank onstage. Author Bruce Pegg shares the story behind ELP’s infamous Tarkus tour and how the band redefined what a rock concert could be.Listen to Episode 352 - Emerson, Lake & Palmer: A History Told by the Fans🛒 Old Glory - Iconic music and sports fan merch💰 Get 15% OFF | Promo Code: BOOKEDONROCKhttps://oldglory.com/discount/BOOKEDONROCK----------Booked On Rock is part of The Boneless Podcasting Network BookedOnRock.com The Booked On Rock Store The Booked On Rock YouTube Channel Follow The Booked On Rock with Eric Senich:BLUESKYFACEBOOKINSTAGRAMTIKTOKX Find Your Nearest Independent Bookstore Contact The Booked On Rock Podcast: [email protected] The Booked On Rock Music: “Whoosh” by Crowander / “Last Train North” & “No Mercy” by TrackTribe
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