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R-Kive

Genesis · 2014

234 min · 37 tracks · progressive rock · art rock · soft rock

An expansive journey through Genesis's evolution, blending progressive rock intricacies with pop sensibilities and timeless storytelling.

Why this album works

Best for
expansive journey through evolution dynamic progression with peaks wave-like pacing for exploration
Context
Released in 2014, 'R-Kive' serves as a retrospective collection marking Genesis's extensive career, spanning from their formation in the late 1960s to their commercial peak in the 1980s. This compilation followed the band's reunion tour in 2007 and reflects on their diverse sound across decades, showcasing both classic progressive rock tracks and mainstream hits.
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progressive rock, art rock, soft rock

R-Kive is an album by Genesis, released in 2014. An expansive journey through Genesis's evolution, blending progressive rock intricacies with pop sensibilities and timeless storytelling. 'R-Kive' not only celebrates the band's legacy but also highlights their influence on progressive rock and pop music, appealing to long-time fans and newcomers alike. The album features tracks that reached significant chart positions, including 'Invisible Touch,' which topped charts globally and solidified their status as a leading act in rock history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does R-Kive sound like?

An expansive journey through Genesis's evolution, blending progressive rock intricacies with pop sensibilities and timeless storytelling. Rooted in progressive rock and art rock.

What makes R-Kive by Genesis notable?

'R-Kive' not only celebrates the band's legacy but also highlights their influence on progressive rock and pop music, appealing to long-time fans and newcomers alike. The album features tracks that reached significant chart positions, including 'Invisible Touch,' which topped charts globally and solidified their status as a leading act in rock history. Released in 2014, 'R-Kive' serves as a retrospective collection marking Genesis's extensive career, spanning from their formation in the late 1960s to their commercial peak in the 1980s. This compilation followed the band's reunion tour in 2007 and reflects on their diverse sound across decades, showcasing both classic progressive rock tracks and mainstream hits.

Who is R-Kive for?

R-Kive works well if you're into expansive journey through evolution, dynamic progression with peaks and wave-like pacing for exploration.

How many songs are on R-Kive?

R-Kive has 37 tracks, running approximately 234 minutes.

Tracklist

37 tracks·234:21

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 The Knife 8:54
  • 2 The Musical Box 10:25
  • 3 Supper’s Ready Standout 23:04
  • 4 The Cinema Show 10:50
  • 5 I Know What I Like (In Your Wardrobe) 4:09
  • 6 The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway 4:54
  • 7 Back in N.Y.C. 5:39
  • 8 Carpet Crawlers Standout 5:15
  • 9 Ace of Wands 5:24

Disc 2

  • 1 Ripples 8:04
  • 2 Afterglow 4:11
  • 3 Solsbury Hill 4:23
  • 4 Follow You Follow Me 4:00
  • 5 For a While 3:39
  • 6 Every Day 6:11
  • 7 Biko 7:28
  • 8 Turn It On Again 3:51
  • 9 In the Air Tonight 5:30
  • 10 Abacab 7:01
  • 11 Mama 6:48
  • 12 That’s All 4:25
  • 13 Easy Lover 5:02
  • 14 Silent Running (On Dangerous Ground) 5:47

Disc 3

  • 1 Invisible Touch Standout 3:29
  • 2 Land of Confusion 4:46
  • 3 Tonight, Tonight, Tonight 8:52
  • 4 The Living Years 5:24
  • 5 Red Day on Blue Street 5:49
  • 6 I Can’t Dance 4:01
  • 7 No Son of Mine 6:39
  • 8 Hold on My Heart 4:36
  • 9 Over My Shoulder 3:35
  • 10 Calling All Stations 5:46
  • 11 Signal to Noise 7:32
  • 12 Wake Up Call 5:14
  • 13 Nomads 4:39
  • 14 Siren 8:49

Release Date

January 1, 2014

Genre

art rock, progressive rock, soft rock

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

234 min 21 sec