Tabletop Genesis Episode 53 – “Panopticom” & 2023 Preview

The Tabletop begins 2023 with a review of Peter Gabriel’s new track, “Panopticom,” from his upcoming album i/o, and gives a preview of what topics they’ll be covering this year.

Tabletop Genesis Episode 52 – “Peter Gabriel (Security)”

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There’s plenty of “dancing on the tabletop” as we discuss Peter Gabriel’s fourth solo album. Adam Kromelow from the Genesis Piano Project brings his musical expertise (aka, nerdiness) to help breakdown the genius of these eight tracks, which turn–SHOCK!–40 years old this year!

What is Your Favorite Track from “Peter Gabriel” (Security)?

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Tabletop Genesis Episode 40 – “Peter Gabriel 1 (Car)”

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Hearts around the Tabletop are going boom, boom, boom as the members dive deep into Peter Gabriel’s debut solo album. The 1977 release finds the former Genesis frontman exploring a variety of musical landscapes, from grandiose epics and straight up rock to blues/jazz and barbershop quartet. Excuse me??

What is Your Favorite Track on “Peter Gabriel (Car)”?

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Voting has closed, but listen to our Peter Gabriel 1 (Car) episode to hear the results!

Tabletop Genesis Episode 39 – “The Fading Lights of 2020″

Fading LightsAs 2020 becomes just another fading memory (thank God!), the Tabletop reflects on the past year, looks ahead to 2021, and shares news about exciting changes happening around the table.

Tabletop Genesis Episode 38 – “A Trick of the Tail”

A Trick of the Tail CoverHoly Mother of God! Though many thought Peter Gabriel’s departure in 1975 signaled the end of Genesis, the remaining members—with drummer Phil Collins taking on lead vocals—proved them wrong with 1976’s “A Trick of the Tail,” their biggest selling album up to that point. The Tabletop discusses this pivotal album, which has aged a lot better than the protagonist in “Ripples…”!

Tabletop Genesis Episode 36 – “The Last Domino?” Tour

The Last Domino TourMembers of the Tabletop react to the news of “The Last Domino?” tour, Genesis’ first outing in 13 years. Which old songs might they revisit? Can Nic Collins fill Phil’s shoes? Will they come to the U.S.? The members discuss these questions and more!

Tabletop Genesis Episode 34 – “The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway Part 2”

Lamb Lies Down on Broadway Back CoverIn Part One of their discussion of 1974’s “The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway,” the Tabletop joined Rael as his journey took him from the streets of Manhattan to a chamber of 32 doors. In this episode, the group explores sides three and four of the epic concept album; will Rael ultimately flee to safety … or stay behind to help his brother John? Spoiler alert: “Hey John!”

Tabletop Genesis Episode 33 – “The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway Part 1”

Lamb Lies Down on Broadway CoverThe Tabletop descends upon Manhattan as they follow Rael on his epic journey as told in the 1974 concept album, “The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway.” This episode covers sides one and two of the Genesis masterpiece, which would prove to be Peter Gabriel’s last with the band.