Product Description

The indispensable consumers' guide to the music of Genesis. An album-by-album, track-by-track, rundown of all their music recorded and released by Genesis, from their early Jonathan King - produced records, through the Peter Gabriel years to their final recordings as a trio. Also includes separate sections on the work of Gabriel, Phil Collins, Mike Rutherford, Tony Banks and Steve Hackett. Information on where the music was recorded, a track index for easy reference, details of re-issues and compilations.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #99504 in Books
• Published on: 2005-07-11
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 128 pages

About the Author
Chris Welch is among the UK's most experienced music writers, having enjoyed a distinguished career on Melody Maker followed by editorships on Metal Hammer and Rock World.

Customer Reviews

The Complete Subjective Guide to the Music of Genesis...
Chris Welch should rightly be accredited for supporting an area of the Rock industry that has wrongly been overshadowed by other critics' devastating attacks. Progressive Rock has been slated by the British Rock press because it's main interest has simply been composing creatively. Rock journalists, normally non-musicians usually accuse prog of been self-indulgent, etc. Can this not be said about Rock and Pop generally? Isn't it all about wanting a big break and exposing one's talents (Egotism)? Welch, on the other hand has always supported bands like Genesis and Yes. He has written numerous books on Rock and Pop including 'The Secret Life of Peter Gabriel' - a wonderful biography. However, it must be pointed out that 'The Complete Guide to the Music of Genesis' is not within the best of his efforts. Welch has a thorough knowledge of Genesis' history and this is evident in his introduction and at the start of every album review. There is one weak point in this area though. The only person from the band cited significantly in this book is Tony Banks. Perhaps the inclusion of other band members would have provided a much more broad, and interesting overview. Also Welch lets his personal opinion shine through too much. One can agree with some of his opinions or maybe not. I strongly disagree with his review of Banks' 'The Fugitive' as I feel it's one of his bravest and strongest efforts. "Thirty Three's" is a brave attempt to incorporate the classic Casio VL Tone keyboard rhythms in serious pop - an instrument not much longer than 12 inches used by kids back in the early 80's! This song was not "programmed by the local plumber!" There's more to it as one can see. A lot of it is too personal and therefore not a true reflection of what the music actually is about. That's why it needs more interviews and quotes and simply a greater understanding of the music of Genesis as opposed to just opinion and descriptive accounts. This can be achieved without getting too academical and at the end of the day not everyone is interested in opinions. I suggest that fans buy the records and decide for themselves.