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The Fish
02-25-2002, 02:26 PM
We have some Rick Wakeman LP's and I listened to them. I didn't knew they would be sooo great!!!

Rick is absolutely my favorite yesmember AND keyboardist of all. Especially the LP's SIX WIVES OF HENRY VIII and the MYTH OF KING ARTHUR really impress me.

I think they are all special!
Yes Oz
02-25-2002, 06:14 PM
I haven't listen to any of Ricks recent solo stuff. In fact only the stuff he did in the 70's, Journey to the centre of the earth and 6 wifes of Henry the 8th.

Can anybody recommend something more recent. I have seen a few CD's in my local shop but have been a bit reluctant to take the risk in buying without listening. (generally in too much of a hurry).
capnkrk
02-26-2002, 09:18 AM
Check out Criminal Record, just a great release. It also has Chris and Alan playing on it.
brismike
02-26-2002, 09:36 AM
Problem is .. "Criminal Record" is not available on CD. Except for a limited release in Japan now OOP and another limited release in Russia. So unless you can pick up a second hand vinyl copy its a bit hard to find. But I agree well worth the hunt!! Probably Ricks best ever album IMO.

Mike
capnkrk
02-26-2002, 10:04 AM
I've seen a few copies of the CD on ebay from time to time, you just gotta be persistent. I think you're right though, it may be his best.
capnkrk
02-26-2002, 10:08 AM
As a matter of fact you can get both 'Criminal' and 'Journey' CDs on ebay for less than $15 right now!
The Fish
02-27-2002, 11:33 AM
The Myths and legens of King Arthur and the knights of the round table is his best work, I think.

The six wives of Henry VIII is fantastic, too.
ANTIOCH
02-27-2002, 07:13 PM
"6 Wives" is probably his most famous work , while
"Criminal Record" is my favorite , and "Return to the Center of the Earth" is worth the purchase ; features Jon Anderson , along with a blend of others ; Ozzy , Bonnie Tyler to name a few , and Jean Luc Picard ( Patrick Stewart ) narrating.
RobAdams
02-28-2002, 07:16 AM
CRIMINAL RECORD is brilliant. Except the BREATHALYSER thing, I love it. The tracks with Chris and Alan are supreme, and the grande finale, JUSAS ISCARIOT is absolutely stunning.
The Fish
03-10-2002, 10:43 AM
Then I must hear it!

Can someone recommend me a good Rick Wakeman 'best of' ? I need one of the early period. Let's say 1972 - 1979 or something ???