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Originally Posted by Anteater
Great reviews TH. As you know, 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...IMHO.
But you know (as your review shall demonstrate) 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. Listen to the brilliant ensemble playing of Banks, Collins and Rutherford. You can practically hear every nuance of every instrument. In terms of lyrical craftsmanship, the sheer songwriting, this album hits a new peak of professionalism. 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.  |
Hey Ant! Glad to see you reading.
Unfortunately, as you will have seen by now, I don't share your opinion of
IT (Hah! TOTAL Genesis in-joke! Sorry Batty...)
For me, it was the album where Genesis finally totally sold out (if they hadn't already done so on
Abacab) and I really have very little positive to say about it. Phil Collins-lite, as far as I'm concerned.
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Originally Posted by The Batlord
lol the link to your other review doesn't work
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Thanks for the heads-up. Fixed now.