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But seriously, I can't get into Genesis. Kind of boring, like Emerson, Lake & Palmer.
I've been a big Genesis fan ever since the release of their 1980 album, Duke. Before that, I really didn't understand any of their work. Too artsy, too intellectual. It was on Duke where Phil Collins' presence became more apparent. I think Invisible Touch was the group's undisputed masterpiece. It's an epic meditation on intangibility. At the same time, it deepens and enriches the meaning of the preceding three albums. Christy, take off your robe. Listen to the brilliant ensemble playing of Banks, Collins and Rutherford. You can practically hear every nuance of every instrument. Sabrina, remove your dress. In terms of lyrical craftsmanship, the sheer songwriting, this album hits a new peak of professionalism. Sabrina, why don't you, uh, dance a little. Take the lyrics to Land of Confusion. In this song, Phil Collins addresses the problems of abusive political authority. In Too Deep is the most moving pop song of the 1980s, about monogamy and commitment. The song is extremely uplifting. Their lyrics are as positive and affirmative as anything I've heard in rock. Christy, get down on your knees so Sabrina can see your asshole. Phil Collins' solo career seems to be more commercial and therefore more satisfying, in a narrower way. Especially songs like In the Air Tonight and Against All Odds. Sabrina, don't just stare at it, eat it. But I also think Phil Collins works best within the confines of the group, than as a solo artist, and I stress the word artist. This is Sussudio, a great, great song, a personal favorite.
But seriously, I can't get into Genesis. Kind of boring, like Emerson, Lake & Palmer.
cool to see Phil Collins get some respect on here, especially since he visits San antonio all the time, he's a huge Alamophile. I wonder if he ever goes to a Spurs game.
as for the PG vs PC debate, both were great in their own way. I think the sound would have changed even if PG remained with them, even PG's solo albums had some pop songs. Lamb Lies Down on Broadway is a badass album, probably my favorite that i've listened to. Duke is some good too.
DD mentioned Supper's Ready,that song is fantastic. There are still a few of their albums that I haven't heard.
Grand Theft Auto in-game appearance... nuff said.
This song is the truth, definitely my favorite Phil Collins song.
I really dig this twisted tune.
Wembley concert rumbles the foundations of my quaint apartment often on ye ole home theatre.
I believe he's just sticking to singing in the meantime. I seem to remember a Motown tribute tour or something like that. He can always have Chester play drums for him.
I won't say that it is my favorite phil collins song (in the air tonight takes that crown), but this is easily right behind it. I liked it when the song first came out and I didn't know what it was about because I was 6. I knew all the words to it and it just sounded cool. Then years later, I heard it again and developed a new appreciation of it.
In the air tonight really benefits from the movie risky business (in my mind) because the feeling of that scene is forever linked to the song.
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