Shaking the Tree: Sixteen Golden Greats
Peter Gabriel · 1990
77 min · 16 tracks · new wave · pop rock · progressive rock
A vibrant fusion of eclectic sounds and emotive lyrics, showcasing Gabriel's diverse musical palette.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks eclectic sounds for engaged listening for reflective late afternoons
- Context
- Released in 1990, 'Shaking the Tree: Sixteen Golden Greats' came at a time when Peter Gabriel was transitioning from his successful solo career into more experimental territory. This compilation highlighted his evolution since his self-titled debut in 1977 and included tracks from his acclaimed albums throughout the 1980s, marking a reflective point before his next major studio release.
- If you like
- new wave, pop rock, progressive rock
Shaking the Tree: Sixteen Golden Greats is an album by Peter Gabriel, released in 1990. A vibrant fusion of eclectic sounds and emotive lyrics, showcasing Gabriel's diverse musical palette. This album is significant as it not only encapsulates Gabriel's most impactful songs but also achieved commercial success by reaching number 9 on the UK Albums Chart. Its release helped solidify Gabriel's influence in the art rock genre and introduced his music to a new generation, paving the way for renewed interest in his work during the 1990s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Shaking the Tree: Sixteen Golden Greats sound like?
A vibrant fusion of eclectic sounds and emotive lyrics, showcasing Gabriel's diverse musical palette. Rooted in new wave and pop rock.
What makes Shaking the Tree: Sixteen Golden Greats by Peter Gabriel notable?
This album is significant as it not only encapsulates Gabriel's most impactful songs but also achieved commercial success by reaching number 9 on the UK Albums Chart. Its release helped solidify Gabriel's influence in the art rock genre and introduced his music to a new generation, paving the way for renewed interest in his work during the 1990s. Released in 1990, 'Shaking the Tree: Sixteen Golden Greats' came at a time when Peter Gabriel was transitioning from his successful solo career into more experimental territory. This compilation highlighted his evolution since his self-titled debut in 1977 and included tracks from his acclaimed albums throughout the 1980s, marking a reflective point before his next major studio release.
Who is Shaking the Tree: Sixteen Golden Greats for?
Shaking the Tree: Sixteen Golden Greats works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, eclectic sounds for engaged listening and for reflective late afternoons.
How many songs are on Shaking the Tree: Sixteen Golden Greats?
Shaking the Tree: Sixteen Golden Greats has 16 tracks, running approximately 77 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Solsbury Hill Standout 4:22
- 2 I Don’t Remember 3:48
- 3 Sledgehammer Standout 4:55
- 4 Family Snapshot 4:26
- 5 Mercy Street 4:43
- 6 Shaking the Tree 6:24
- 7 Don’t Give Up 5:54
- 8 San Jacinto 6:40
- 9 Here Comes the Flood 4:31
- 10 Red Rain 5:35
- 11 Games Without Frontiers 3:57
- 12 Shock the Monkey 3:57
- 13 I Have the Touch 3:44
- 14 Big Time 4:25
- 15 Zaar 2:58
- 16 Biko 7:00
Release Date
November 19, 1990
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
77 min 27 sec
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