album · May 1, 1976

No Earthly Connection

Rick Wakeman

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Rick Wakeman’s 1976 solo album, "No Earthly Connection," is a live recording that showcases his signature keyboard wizardry and compositional ambition. The album features an extended 16-minute title track that fully explores Wakeman's capabilities.

• "No Earthly Connection" was recorded live at the Hammersmith Odeon in London on May 1st, 1976.
• The album features extended improvisations and complex synthesizer arrangements, typical of Wakeman's style at the time.
• The release was notable for its elaborate stage show, which included Wakeman performing on multiple keyboards simultaneously.

Rick Wakeman is an English keyboardist and composer, known for his work in progressive rock and his prolific solo output. He was a member of the band Yes and had a successful solo career in the 1970s.