Genesis: Behind the Lines, 1967-2007 - Softcover

Robin Platts

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1894959671 ISBN 13: 9781894959674

Publisher: Apogee Books (US), 2007

Synopsis

Based on extensive archival research and the author's own interviews with past and present band members and those who worked closely with them, this complete guide traces the history of one of rock's most enduring bands. From the early days with Peter Gabriel, through the Phil Collins years and post-Collins Genesis, right up to the present day, all the different lineups are covered. The book extensively explores the music--how the songs were written and recorded; how the concerts progressed from early college gigs to packed stadium shows; and how their sound evolved over the past four decades. An extensive discography, including solo releases and bootlegs, is also featured, as well as numerous photos. Forty years after the release of the group's first single, Genesis is back in this chronicle for fans and music lovers alike that traces the group's entire career, right up to the start of their upcoming tour.

About this title

Synopsis:

Forty years after the release of their first single, Genesis are back. Phil Collins, Tony Banks and Mike Rutherford have reunited for their first tour in over a decade, and anticipation is high for sold-out concerts across Europe and North America in summer 2007. The author traces the group's entire career, from the early days with Peter Gabriel, featuring progressive classics like "Supper's Ready" and "The Musical Box"; through the Phil Collins years, with hits like "That's All", "Invisible Touch" and "I Can't Dance"; the post-Collins Genesis; and right up to the present day.This book tells the story of the music - the songs and how they were written and recorded; the concerts, from early college gigs to packed stadiums; and how Genesis' music evolved over the past four decades. The book is based on extensive archival research and the author's own interviews with past and present band members and those who have worked closely with them. Also included is an extensive discography, including solo releases and a section on bootlegs, as well as numerous illustrations.

About the Author:

Robin Platts writes for a number of publications, including Discoveries,Goldmine, Ice, MOJO, Toy Trader, and The Tracking Angle. He lives in Victoria, British Columbia.

About this edition

• Publisher: Apogee Books (US)
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 1894959671
• ISBN 13: 9781894959674
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 184