olyclimber Posted January 9, 2008 Author Posted January 9, 2008 Do you like Phil Collins? I've been a big Genesis fan ever since the release of their 1980 album, Duke. Before that, I really didn't understand any of their work. Too artsy, too intellectual. It was on Duke where Phil Collins' presence became more apparent. I think Invisible Touch was the group's undisputed masterpiece. It's an epic meditation on intangibility. At the same time, it deepens and enriches the meaning of the preceding three albums. Christy, take off your robe. Listen to the brilliant ensemble playing of Banks, Collins and Rutherford. You can practically hear every nuance of every instrument. Sabrina, remove your dress. In terms of lyrical craftsmanship, the sheer songwriting, this album hits a new peak of professionalism. Sabrina, why don't you, uh, dance a little. Take the lyrics to Land of Confusion. In this song, Phil Collins addresses the problems of abusive political authority. In Too Deep is the most moving pop song of the 1980s, about monogamy and commitment. The song is extremely uplifting. Their lyrics are as positive and affirmative as anything I've heard in rock. Christy, get down on your knees so Sabrina can see your asshole. Phil Collins' solo career seems to be more commercial and therefore more satisfying, in a narrower way. Especially songs like In the Air Tonight and Against All Odds. Sabrina, don't just stare at it, eat it. But I also think Phil Collins works best within the confines of the group, than as a solo artist, and I stress the word artist. This is Sussudio, a great, great song, a personal favorite. Quote
tvashtarkatena Posted January 9, 2008 Posted January 9, 2008 Perhaps someone wishing to study the effects of gamma radiation on lawn gnomes will shoot you towards the sun in a space capsule. Quote
wayne Posted January 9, 2008 Posted January 9, 2008 Â MISTER, YOU ARE WRONG!!(Only about Genesis) Â Genesis was only great before Duke!! Quote
AlpineK Posted January 9, 2008 Posted January 9, 2008 I'm afraid I'm going to have to agree with Wayne on this one. Sorry Porter.  I Know What I Like  ....When the sun beats down and I lie on the bench, I can always hear them talk. Me, I'm just a lawnmower - you can tell me by the way I walk. ....  Rat does rule though. Quote
Recycled Posted January 9, 2008 Posted January 9, 2008 Peter Gabriel > Phil Colins. Hands down. Quote
Lionel_Hutz Posted January 9, 2008 Posted January 9, 2008 Is this thread about Genesis or quotes from lame movies like American Psycho? Quote
billcoe Posted January 9, 2008 Posted January 9, 2008 (edited) Is Porter talkin about Rat the CC.com poster, or the supergroup called Rat, who did the wonderful and powerfully moving song "Out of the cellar"? I'm confused. Â Is this how it feels to be Kevbone? Â Edited January 9, 2008 by billcoe Quote
G-spotter Posted January 9, 2008 Posted January 9, 2008 For every rat there should be a Willard. Quote
Fairweather Posted January 9, 2008 Posted January 9, 2008 I always though that "Duke's Travels" would be a great tune to sync up with a ski video. Quote
KaskadskyjKozak Posted January 9, 2008 Posted January 9, 2008 Ratt was so cool.  out of the cellar  Quote
Ron Mexico Posted January 9, 2008 Posted January 9, 2008 Is this thread about Genesis or quotes from lame movies like American Psycho? Â You must be into that whole Yale thing. Quote
pink Posted January 9, 2008 Posted January 9, 2008 Is this thread about Genesis or quotes from lame movies like American Psycho? Â You must be into that whole Yale thing. Â Â wanna see my business card. Quote
Ron Mexico Posted January 9, 2008 Posted January 9, 2008 Is this thread about Genesis or quotes from lame movies like American Psycho? Â You must be into that whole Yale thing. Â Â wanna see my business card. Â Only if it has a watermark. Quote
pink Posted January 9, 2008 Posted January 9, 2008 (edited) Is this thread about Genesis or quotes from lame movies like American Psycho? Â You must be into that whole Yale thing. Â Â wanna see my business card. Â Only if it has a watermark. qoIvd3zzu4Y Â Â Edited January 9, 2008 by pink Quote
Ron Mexico Posted January 9, 2008 Posted January 9, 2008 Nice. Now I need to return some video tapes... Quote
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