As a long-time member of Genesis his contributions to my collection are already significant. His tenure with the band, culminating in the brilliant Lamb Lies Down On Broadway, represents some of the greatest music ever created.As a solo artist he has continued to push the boundaries, and his incorporation of rhythmic textures and world themes has always led to interesting and compelling music.
It won't come as a surprise to anyone who is a regular reader that I tend to enjoy his lesser known work, or should I say his less popular work. In this instance I don't believe it is snobbery but more a reflection of my admiration for his darker, more experimental, less traditional stuff.
I do want to especially comment on Up. I was hesitant to listen after the disappointment of Us but when I got over myself and actually listened I found it to be an incredible work. "Darkness" may frighten you upon first listen but get through it and you will be rewarded.
So once again inspired by Nat at Mini-Obs , the idea is the same as always:
Pick one of your favorite bands / artists and list 10-15 songs by that band / artist to compile your own best of compilation.
So here goes - The Best of Peter Gabriel as compiled by me:
SB
On a side note, I haven't done a best of in awhile, either. It's been a weird year for me, and I'm trying to get back into the swing of things, so I'm due for one of these posts. Hmmm. I wonder which artist I'll pick!
I always hesitate to start a best of because I fear they will be sort of intensive but they usually come together pretty quickly once I get started.
I think you should do one - how about Todd Rundgren?
I highly recommend the 2nd album which I think is his most consistent work, and obviously Up.
Shit - just buy everything and be done with it.
SB