Genesis-A Live Guide 1969-1975: Play Me My Song

by Paul Russell

Before Genesis became a worldwide mega-selling AOR phenomenon, they were at the forefront of English progressive rock. Singer Peter Gabriel introduced theatrics to their live shows, and interest in this period has never been higher. Using tapes and memorabilia from the official Genesis archives, the book is a documentary of their career and a complete analysis of Genesis live shows from Charterhouse schooldays to "The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway."

221 pages, Paperback

First published July 1, 2004

About the author

Paul Russell is a self-described freelance professor of progressive rock.

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Reviews

[Jen Selinsky · Rating 5 out of 5]

I must admit that I came across the book by accident when I did a search for "Peter Gabriel." After looking at the book's description, I decided to order a copy. I was not disappointed because it was a good choice! Not only does the author give great descriptions of what he extrapolated from his bootleg recordings of early concerts, but he also went through the trouble of transcribing the little stories Peter Gabriel told while the rest of the band tuned their instruments. I am a big fan of early Genesis, (1967-1978) and this is a must have for those who are interested in that era.