Genesis Revisited: Live at Hammersmith
Steve Hackett · 2013
151 min · 19 tracks · progressive rock
A vibrant reimagining of classic Genesis tracks, blending intricate musicianship with emotional depth and live energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Supper’s Ready — The nearly half-hour epic encapsulates the grandeur of Genesis' earlier work, showcasing Hackett's guitar prowess alongside intricate storytelling.
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Watcher of the Skies Start here — Opening the concert, this track sets an atmospheric tone with its ethereal keyboards and driving rhythms, acting as a perfect homage to Genesis' innovative spirit.
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The Musical Box — With its dynamic shifts between soft melodies and powerful crescendos, this track highlights Hackett's skill in recreating the emotional intensity of the original compositions.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong musicianship and reinterprets classic tracks while maintaining a cohesive live energy.
What we noticed
- Several tracks extend beyond their original lengths, allowing for improvisational solos and dynamic shifts in tempo.
- The live setting captures audience interaction, with moments of applause and cheers integrated into the flow of the music.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with peaks
- captivating storytelling through music
- immersive live performance energy
- wave-like pacing for engagement
- reflective moments of tranquility
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Celebrates Genesis legacy with fresh interpretations, beloved by dedicated fans.
- Themes
- nostalgic revisitation· theatrical storytelling· London concert atmosphere
- Career context
- By 2013, Steve Hackett had solidified his solo career after leaving Genesis in the late 1970s. 'Genesis Revisited: Live at Hammersmith' marked a significant moment as it celebrated the legacy of his former band while showcasing his continued artistic relevance, following a series of successful studio albums in the early 2000s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Camel· Mike Oldfield· Genesis
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Watcher of the Skies Start here 9:11
- 2 The Chamber of 32 Doors 5:39
- 3 Dancing With the Moonlit Knight 7:37
- 4 Fly on a Windshield 3:34
- 5 Broadway Melody of 1974 3:18
- 6 The Lamia 9:04
- 7 The Musical Box 11:30
- 8 Shadow of the Hierophant 10:13
- 9 Blood on the Rooftops 5:45
Disc 2
- 1 Unquiet Slumbers for the Sleepers 2:10
- 2 In That Quiet Earth 5:02
- 3 Afterglow 4:28
- 4 I Know What I Like 6:15
- 5 Dance on a Volcano 6:13
- 6 Entangled 6:43
- 7 Eleventh Earl of Mar 7:49
- 8 Supper’s Ready 27:34
Disc 3
- 1 Firth of Fifth 10:32
- 2 Los Endos 8:22
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Close to the Edge
Yes
Shares intricate compositions and a blend of emotive storytelling within the progressive rock framework.
The Snow Goose
Camel
Combines lush instrumental storytelling with a theatrical atmosphere, similar to Hackett's revisited themes.
In the Court of the Crimson King
King Crimson
Features complex arrangements and a dramatic soundscape that resonates with Hackett's progressive sensibilities.
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