The Nice

The Nice were an English progressive rock band formed in 1967, featuring Keith Emerson (keyboards), Lee Jackson (bass/vocals), David O'List (guitar) and Brian Davison (drums). They are noted for fusing classical music and rock and for energetic live performances. The group disbanded around 1970; Keith Emerson went on to form Emerson, Lake & Palmer.

Formed in 1967. Debut album: The Thoughts of Emerlist Davjack (1967). Key members include Keith Emerson, Lee Jackson, David O'List and Brian Davison. Disbanded circa 1970; Emerson later formed Emerson, Lake & Palmer.

The Nice are presented in the reviews as a foundational English progressive-rock group of the late 1960s. Critics highlight their fusion of classical music and rock, strong live performances, and Keith Emerson's dominant keyboard role. Key albums noted: The Thoughts of Emerlist Davjack, Ars Longa Vita Brevis and Nice.

For:Fans of 1960s progressive rock, followers of Keith Emerson, collectors of live and rarities recordings.