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Peter Gabriel Revisited

Peter Gabriel · 1992

62 min · 15 tracks · new wave

A reflective blend of art pop and experimental rock, weaving introspective lyrics with lush instrumentation.

Top tracks — play these first

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    On the Air Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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    Solsbury Hill — This track stands out as Gabriel’s breakthrough single, blending personal narrative with a catchy melody that captures his transition from band member to solo artist.
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    Here Comes the Flood — The haunting arrangement and emotional delivery make this song a powerful anthem about existential change and resilience, showcasing Gabriel's lyrical prowess.
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    Modern Love — With its upbeat tempo and infectious hooks, this track highlights Gabriel's ability to fuse pop sensibilities with deeper themes of connection and desire.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective moments of lyrical depth
  • dynamic journey with varied pacing
  • wave-like shifts in energy
  • introspective listening for quiet times

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid lengthy reflective sessions

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Deep Cut — A retrospective compilation showcasing earlier work, but not a primary entry point.
Themes
Solsbury Hill transition· world music fusion
Career context
Released in 1992, 'Peter Gabriel Revisited' marks a retrospective compilation of Gabriel's work leading up to this point. This album showcases tracks from his solo career following his departure from Genesis in the late 1970s, highlighting his evolution as an artist. By this time, he had already established himself as a pioneer in merging rock with world music influences.
Stylistic neighbors
David Bowie· Brian Eno· Kate Bush

Tracklist

  • 1 On the Air Start here 5:33
  • 2 Modern Love 3:35
  • 3 Indigo 3:32
  • 4 Solsbury Hill 4:20
  • 5 Perspective 3:27
  • 6 Waiting for the Big One 7:17
  • 7 Animal Magic 3:30
  • 8 Humdrum 3:24
  • 9 D.I.Y. 2:47
  • 10 Mother of Violence 3:13
  • 11 Slowburn 4:35
  • 12 Exposure 4:17
  • 13 Moribund the Burgermeister 4:16
  • 14 Flotsam and Jetsam 2:20
  • 15 Here Comes the Flood 5:51

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