The Songs of Genesis - by Steve Aldous (Paperback)

Name: The Songs of Genesis - by Steve Aldous (Paperback)
Brand: McFarland & Company
SKU: 94196002
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Quintessentially British, Genesis spearheaded progressive rock in the 1970s, evolving into a chart-topping success through the end of the millennium.
About the Author: Steve Aldous has a lifelong interest in film, TV and popular music.
347 Pages
Music, Discography & Buyer's Guides

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About the Book

""Quintessentially British, Genesis spearheaded progressive rock in the 1970s, evolving into a chart-topping success through the end of the millennium. Influencing rock groups such as Radiohead, Phish, and Pink Floyd, the experimental format of Genesis' songs provided new avenues for music to explore. From the 23-minute masterpiece "Supper's Ready," via the sublime beauty of "Ripples" and the bold experimentation of "Mama", to hits such as "Invisible Touch" and "I Can't Dance," their material was inventive and unique. This book is the chronological history of the band, with critical analysis and key details of each of the 204 songs Genesis recorded and released."-Provided by publisher"--

Book Synopsis

Quintessentially British, Genesis spearheaded progressive rock in the 1970s, evolving into a chart-topping success through the end of the millennium. Influencing rock groups such as Radiohead, Phish, Rush, Marillion and Elbow, the experimental format of Genesis' songs inspired new avenues for music to explore. From the 23-minute masterpiece "Supper's Ready," via the sublime beauty of "Ripples" and the bold experimentation of "Mama", to hits such as "Invisible Touch" and "I Can't Dance," their material was inventive and unique. This book is the chronological history of the band's music, with critical analysis and key details of each of the 204 songs Genesis recorded and released.

About the Author

Steve Aldous has a lifelong interest in film, TV and popular music. Author of a number of well-received short stories, articles and essays, he lives in Bury, Lancashire, UK

Dimensions (Overall): 9.9 Inches (H) x 6.9 Inches (W) x .8 Inches (D)

Weight: 1.35 Pounds

Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up

Number of Pages: 347

Genre: Music

Sub-Genre: Discography & Buyer's Guides

Publisher: McFarland & Company

Format: Paperback

Author: Steve Aldous

Language: English

Street Date: April 28, 2020

TCIN: 94196002

UPC: 9781476681382

Item Number (DPCI): 247-26-3816

Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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