The Fugitive
Tony Banks · 1983
52 min · 11 tracks · rock music
A blend of intricate rock arrangements and emotive melodies that showcase Banks' prowess as a composer and musician.
Top tracks — play these first
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This Is Love — Opening with lush synths, this track sets the tone for the album’s exploration of romantic themes while featuring dynamic shifts that highlight Banks’ compositional skills.
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And the Wheels Keep Turning — This song embodies the album's reflective nature, combining poignant lyrics with an engaging melody that showcases Banks' ability to merge emotion and artistry.
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At the Edge of Night — With its cinematic build-up and dramatic arrangement, this track exemplifies Banks’ flair for creating a powerful atmosphere, marking it as a standout moment on the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- emotive melodies that resonate deeply
- intricate arrangements for focused listening
- reflective moments for quiet evenings
- narrative flow across all tracks
Maybe skip if you
- seeking immediate gratification
- prefer standalone, catchy singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1983, The Fugitive was Tony Banks' debut solo album after his tenure with Genesis. At this point in his career, he was exploring his individual sound following the band's commercial peak with albums like Abacab. This album marked a significant step in establishing his identity outside of the group dynamic.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rick Wakeman· Keith Emerson· Genesis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 This Is Love 5:10
- 2 Man of Spells 3:46
- 3 And the Wheels Keep Turning 4:48
- 4 Say You’ll Never Leave Me 4:32
- 5 Thirty Three’s 4:42
- 6 By You 4:28
- 7 At the Edge of Night 6:03
- 8 Charm 5:26
- 9 Moving Under 6:01
- 10 K2 3:58
- 11 Sometime Never 3:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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