Genesis Archive 2: 1976–1992
Genesis · 2000
206 min · 34 tracks · progressive rock · art rock · soft rock
A sprawling collection that captures Genesis's evolution from art rock pioneers to mainstream pop icons.
Why this album works
This album is significant for showcasing Genesis's transformation over two decades, including tracks that span both their progressive era and their mainstream breakthroughs. It received positive reviews for its comprehensive selection of songs, appealing to both long-time fans and new listeners, while also being a critical part of their legacy as one of the most successful British bands.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks for long afternoon listens reflective moments with gradual builds
- Context
- When 'Genesis Archive 2: 1976–1992' was released in 2000, Genesis was reflecting on their extensive career, having experienced significant commercial success with albums like 'Invisible Touch' (1986). This compilation followed the band's reunion tour in the late 1990s and highlighted the contrasts between their progressive roots and pop sensibilities, serving as a bridge to their later works.
- Stylistic neighbors
- 10cc· Electric Light Orchestra· Split Enz
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 On the Shoreline 4:49
- 2 Hearts on Fire 5:14
- 3 You Might Recall 5:32
- 4 Paperlate 3:21
- 5 Evidence of Autumn 4:58
- 6 Do the Neurotic 7:08
- 7 I’d Rather Be You 3:58
- 8 Naminanu 3:54
- 9 Inside and Out 6:43
- 10 Feeding the Fire 5:51
- 11 I Can’t Dance 12″ Standout 7:02
- 12 Submarine 5:13
Disc 2
- 1 Illegal Alien 5:31
- 2 Dreaming While You Sleep 7:48
- 3 It’s Gonna Get Better 7:32
- 4 Deep in the Motherlode 5:54
- 5 Ripples Standout 9:53
- 6 The Brazilian 5:17
- 7 Your Own Special Way 6:51
- 8 Burning Rope 7:28
- 9 Entangled 6:57
- 10 Duke’s Travels 9:31
Disc 3
- 1 Invisible Touch 12″ 5:58
- 2 Land of Confusion 12″ Standout 6:59
- 3 Tonight, Tonight, Tonight 12″ 11:46
- 4 No Reply at All (live) 4:56
- 5 Man on the Corner (live) 4:04
- 6 The Lady Lies (live) 6:08
- 7 Open Door 4:08
- 8 The Day the Light Went Out 3:14
- 9 Vancouver 3:03
- 10 Pigeons 3:13
- 11 It’s Yourself 5:25
- 12 Mama (work in progress) 10:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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