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Tarkus

Progressive Rock Album British 1971 Symphonic Prog Elp Epic Suite

Tarkus is the second studio album by the English progressive rock trio Emerson, Lake & Palmer, released in 1971 on Island Records. The album's first side consists of the 20-minute title suite, a multipart work depicting Tarkus, a fictional armadillo-tank hybrid creature. The suite includes movements...

8.3 Great

apps Top Tarkus Alternatives

The top alternative to Tarkus in 2026 is Close to the Edge with a score of 9.2/10, followed by Fragile (9.2) and Selling England by the Pound (9.2).

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Close to the Edge

Close to the Edge

Close to the Edge is the fifth studio album by the English progressive rock band Yes, released in 1972. The album is anc...

British 1970S Essential Yes
9.2 Excellent
2
Fragile

Fragile

Released in 1971, Fragile is the fourth studio album by the English progressive rock band Yes. It was the band's first a...

Classic British 1970S Yes
9.2 Excellent
3
Selling England by the Pound

Selling England by the Pound

Selling England by the Pound is the fifth studio album by the English progressive rock band Genesis, released in 1973. R...

British 1970S Essential Genesis
9.2 Excellent
4
Thick as a Brick

Thick as a Brick

Released in 1972 by the British rock band Jethro Tull, Thick as a Brick is a concept album consisting of a single contin...

British 1972 Symphonic Prog Jethro Tull
9.2 Excellent
5
The Yes Album

The Yes Album

"The Yes Album" is the third studio album by the English progressive rock band Yes, released in 1971. It marks a critica...

British 1970S Breakthrough Yes
9.1 Excellent
6
Pawn Hearts

Pawn Hearts

Pawn Hearts is the fourth studio album by the English progressive rock band Van der Graaf Generator, released in 1971 on...

British 1971 Essential Avant Prog
9.1 Excellent
7
Relayer

Relayer

Relayer is the seventh studio album by the English progressive rock band Yes, released in 1974. It is the only Yes studi...

British 1970S Jazz Fusion Yes
8.9 Great
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Aqualung

Aqualung

Aqualung is the fourth studio album by British rock band Jethro Tull, released in 1971. The album is characterized by it...

Progressive Rock Concept British 1971
8.9 Great
9
In the Land of Grey and Pink

In the Land of Grey and Pink

In the Land of Grey and Pink is the third studio album by English progressive rock band Caravan, released in 1971. It is...

Caravan British 1971 Essential
8.9 Great
10
A Trick of the Tail

A Trick of the Tail

A Trick of the Tail is the seventh studio album by Genesis, released in February 1976 on Charisma Records. It is the ban...

British 1970S Genesis Symphonic Prog
8.8 Great
11
Brain Salad Surgery

Brain Salad Surgery

Released in 1973, Brain Salad Surgery is the fourth studio album by the English progressive rock band Emerson, Lake & Pa...

British Essential 1973 Symphonic Prog
8.7 Great
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Moonmadness

Moonmadness

Moonmadness is a 1976 progressive rock album by the British band Camel. The record blends symphonic rock structures with...

British Essential 1976 Camel
8.6 Great
13
Going for the One

Going for the One

Going for the One is the eighth studio album by the English progressive rock band Yes, released in 1977. The record mark...

Accessible British 1970S Yes
8.4 Great
14
Nursery Cryme

Nursery Cryme

Nursery Cryme is the third studio album by the English progressive rock band Genesis, released in November 1971. It is t...

British 1970S Early Era Genesis
8.4 Great
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The Snow Goose

The Snow Goose

"The Snow Goose" is an instrumental progressive rock album released in 1975 by the British band Camel. The record is a c...

British 1975 Camel Symphonic Prog
8.4 Great
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Wind & Wuthering

Wind & Wuthering

Wind & Wuthering is the seventh studio album by the English progressive rock band Genesis, released in 1977. Recorded at...

British 1970S Transitional Genesis
8.3 Great
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Scheherazade and Other Stories

Scheherazade and Other Stories

Scheherazade and Other Stories is a 1975 progressive rock album by the British band Renaissance, released on the BTM Rec...

Renaissance British Peak 1975
8.3 Great
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Acquiring the Taste

Acquiring the Taste

Acquiring the Taste is the second studio album by the British progressive rock band Gentle Giant, released in 1971. The...

Complex British 1971 Gentle Giant
8.2 Great
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Works Volume 1

Works Volume 1

Emerson, Lake & Palmer's 1977 double album structured with one solo side per member plus a collaborative fourth side, in...

Orchestral British 1977 Symphonic Prog
6.0 Fair
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Works Volume 2

Works Volume 2

Emerson, Lake & Palmer's 1977 companion release to Works Volume 1, collecting studio outtakes and previously unreleased...

British 1977 Symphonic Prog Elp
5.4 Mediocre

summarize Quick Comparison Summary

Alternative Score vs Tarkus Action
Close to the Edge
Close to the Edge
Progressive Rock Album British 1970S Essential
9.2 Excellent +0.9 Compare
Fragile
Fragile
Progressive Rock Album Classic British 1970S
9.2 Excellent +0.9 Compare
Selling England by the Pound
Selling England by the Pound
Progressive Rock Album British 1970S Essential
9.2 Excellent +0.9 Compare
Thick as a Brick
Thick as a Brick
Progressive Rock Album British 1972 Symphonic Prog
9.2 Excellent +0.9 Compare
The Yes Album
The Yes Album
Progressive Rock Album British 1970S Breakthrough
9.1 Excellent +0.8 Compare
Pawn Hearts
Pawn Hearts
Progressive Rock Album British 1971 Essential
9.1 Excellent +0.8 Compare
Relayer
Relayer
Progressive Rock Album British 1970S Jazz Fusion
8.9 Great +0.6 Compare
Aqualung
Aqualung
Progressive Rock Album Progressive Rock Concept British
8.9 Great +0.6 Compare
In the Land of Grey and Pink
In the Land of Grey and Pink
Progressive Rock Album Caravan British 1971
8.9 Great +0.6 Compare
A Trick of the Tail
A Trick of the Tail
Progressive Rock Album British 1970S Genesis
8.8 Great +0.5 Compare

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What are the best alternatives to Tarkus?
The top alternatives to Tarkus in 2026 include Close to the Edge, Fragile, Selling England by the Pound, Thick as a Brick, The Yes Album. Each offers unique features and is objectively scored on Lunoo to help you compare.
How does Tarkus compare to its competitors?
Our AI-powered comparison system analyzes features, pricing, user reviews, and expert opinions to provide objective scores. Tarkus scores 8.3/10. Click any alternative above to see a detailed side-by-side comparison.
Is Tarkus worth it in 2026?
Tarkus scores 8.3/10 on Lunoo, making it a highly-rated option in the Progressive Rock Album category. However, alternatives like Close to the Edge may better suit specific needs.
What is the best free alternative to Tarkus?
Several alternatives to Tarkus offer free plans or free tiers. Check the alternatives listed above and visit their websites to compare pricing and free options.
Why should I switch from Tarkus?
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How many alternatives to Tarkus are there?
Lunoo currently lists 20 scored alternatives to Tarkus in the Progressive Rock Album category, ranked by our AI-powered evaluation system.
Which Tarkus alternative has the highest rating?
Close to the Edge currently holds the highest rating among Tarkus alternatives with a score of 9.2/10.
Can I use Close to the Edge instead of Tarkus?
Close to the Edge is one of the top-rated alternatives to Tarkus. While they serve similar purposes in the Progressive Rock Album space, each has distinct strengths. Use our comparison tool above for a detailed side-by-side analysis.
What is the cheapest alternative to Tarkus?
Pricing varies among Tarkus alternatives. We recommend checking each alternative's website for current pricing. Many options in the Progressive Rock Album category offer free tiers or competitive pricing.
How are Tarkus alternatives ranked on Lunoo?
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Tarkus vs Close to the Edge: which is better?
Tarkus scores 8.3/10 while Close to the Edge scores 9.2/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Tarkus vs Fragile: which is better?
Tarkus scores 8.3/10 while Fragile scores 9.2/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.
Tarkus vs Selling England by the Pound: which is better?
Tarkus scores 8.3/10 while Selling England by the Pound scores 9.2/10 on Lunoo. The best choice depends on your specific needs. Use our detailed comparison tool for a full breakdown.

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