The Way We Walk, Volume Two: The Longs
Genesis · 1993
70 min · 6 tracks · progressive rock · art rock · soft rock
A sweeping blend of orchestral melodies and intricate rock arrangements, echoing the band's progressive roots.
Why this album works
- Best for
- sweeping emotional crescendos patient unfolding towards climax immersive half-hour medleys
- Context
- Released in early 1993, 'The Way We Walk, Volume Two: The Longs' came at a time when Genesis was transitioning into a more mainstream sound after their commercial peak in the late 1980s. This album followed their previous live album, 'The Way We Walk, Volume One: The Shorts', and showcased their enduring legacy while highlighting the band's adaptability in a changing music landscape.
- If you like
- progressive rock, art rock, soft rock
The Way We Walk, Volume Two: The Longs is an album by Genesis, released in 1993. A sweeping blend of orchestral melodies and intricate rock arrangements, echoing the band's progressive roots. This album is notable for its extensive medley that combines several classic Genesis tracks, which served as a testament to the band's rich history and progressive rock heritage. It also achieved commercial success, reaching number 6 on the UK Albums Chart and solidifying Genesis's impact on both the art rock and progressive rock scenes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Way We Walk, Volume Two: The Longs sound like?
A sweeping blend of orchestral melodies and intricate rock arrangements, echoing the band's progressive roots. Rooted in progressive rock and art rock.
What makes The Way We Walk, Volume Two: The Longs by Genesis notable?
This album is notable for its extensive medley that combines several classic Genesis tracks, which served as a testament to the band's rich history and progressive rock heritage. It also achieved commercial success, reaching number 6 on the UK Albums Chart and solidifying Genesis's impact on both the art rock and progressive rock scenes. Released in early 1993, 'The Way We Walk, Volume Two: The Longs' came at a time when Genesis was transitioning into a more mainstream sound after their commercial peak in the late 1980s. This album followed their previous live album, 'The Way We Walk, Volume One: The Shorts', and showcased their enduring legacy while highlighting the band's adaptability in a changing music landscape.
Who is The Way We Walk, Volume Two: The Longs for?
The Way We Walk, Volume Two: The Longs works well if you're into sweeping emotional crescendos, patient unfolding towards climax and immersive half-hour medleys.
How many songs are on The Way We Walk, Volume Two: The Longs?
The Way We Walk, Volume Two: The Longs has 6 tracks, running approximately 70 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Old Medley: Dance on a Volcano / Lamb Lies Down on Broadway / The Musical Box / Firth of Fifth / I Know What I Like… Standout 19:32
- 2 Driving the Last Spike Standout 10:17
- 3 Domino: Part I – In the Glow of the Night / Part Two – The Last Domino Standout 11:20
- 4 Fading Lights 10:54
- 5 Home by the Sea / Second Home by the Sea 12:14
- 6 Drum Duet 6:06
Release Date
January 11, 1993
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
70 min 26 sec
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