The classic rock revival continues. Pioneers of progressive rock Emerson, Lake & Palmer released a restored video for their nominated for the Grammy Award »"cover version of the song"« Peter Gunn »" and also announced the re-release of their album Works Live , which will be released July 24 on the label BMG .
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In the newly released video, the band showcases their explosive interpretation of an instrumental composition originally written by the legendary composer. Henry Mancini for a detective series NBC "« Peter Gunn"» 1958 ELP first premiered their version in In 1977 , transforming the noir theme into a large-scale, energetic concert show that became an integral part of their stage performances and later earned the group a nomination for Grammy Awards« .
Simultaneously with the release of the video clip, the group's album Works Live is being reissued in a new, remastered format, reportedly in accordance with the late Keith Emerson about the double vinyl edition. The updated edition will also include new artwork and liner notes.
Although Emerson , Greg Lake и Carl Palmer defined the band's early days, Palmer continues to champion the band's legacy through his multimedia touring project,« Welcome Back My Friends - An Evening With Emerson, Lake & Palmer"» , which combines live performances with archival and digital recreations of his late bandmates. Dates and tickets for the event can be found here.
Today, the song has skyrocketed to fame again, not only thanks to a sizzling new music video and ELP album news, but also because the magnificent track was featured in a trailer for a new film. David Fincher « The Adventures of Cliff Booth"» , a spin-off of the Oscar-winning film Quentin Tarantino « Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, in which also starred Brad Pitt .
Four decades later, ELP's explosive take on "Peter Gunn" takes on new life, proving once again the enduring power of rock's most theatrical era.
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