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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- eclectic sounds for engaged listening
- for reflective late afternoons
- inviting sing-alongs with friends
- vibrant energy for nostalgic moments
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek straightforward, predictable songs
Where this album fits
- Career 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.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Brian Eno· Kate Bush
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Solsbury Hill 4:22
- 2 I Don’t Remember 3:48
- 3 Sledgehammer 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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