The top 20 songs of 1990 (#11-20)

Once again, my favorites..

11. Yer So Bad- Tom Petty
12. Ball and Chain- Social Distortion
13. Something Happened on the Way to Heaven- Phil Collins
14. Hangar 18- Megadeth
15. No Alibis- Eric Clapton
16. Suicide Blonde- INXS
17. Bad Love- Eric Clapton
18. Ain't That a Shame- Paul McCartney
19. I Wish It Would Rain Down on Me- Phil Collins
20. The Heart of the Matter- Don Henley

Genesis: Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2010 part 3

1991-2014

Peter Gabriel Official Site: http://petergabriel.com/latest/

Steve Hackett Official Site: http://www.hackettsongs.com/

In 1987, Genesis sold out Wembley Stadium four nights in a row. They were at their peak. After a brief hiatus for solo work, they returned in 1991.

No Son of Mine (1991): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GsUpBsbJy4Y

I Can't Dance (1991): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qOyF4hR5GoE

Hold On My Heart (1992): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DL9gl3TWwKE


And caused some controversy with this one...

Jesus He Knows Me (1992): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EprQGmZ3Imw

Tell Me Why (1993): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFolD0r5DVg


In 1996, Phil Collins left Genesis. Touring members Chester Thompson and Daryl Stuermer also left. Tony Banks and Michael Rutherford decided to carry on. They settled on singer Ray Wilson to replace Collins.

Congo (1997): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0DzbIeuDds


The new Genesis did well in Europe, but fell flat without Collins in America. Banks and Rutherford fired Wilson and Genesis went on hiatus until 2006 when Collins rejoined. Originally, they hoped to reunite with Gabriel and Hackett as well, but plans fell through. Genesis went on tour once more as a three piece.

In 2007, VH-1 honored Genesis with their Rock Honors.

Rock Honors: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tp3Rwm5nxK4


Since the reunion tour, Genesis has gone into hiatus. There has been speculation about their return ever since with band members vacillating back and forth.

In 2014, Peter Gabriel was elected to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a solo performer.

Genesis: Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2010 part 2

Phil Collins official site: http://www.philcollins.com/us

Tony Banks official site: http://www.tonybanksmusic.co.uk/

Mike and the Mechanics official site: http://mikeandthemechanics.com/

1978-1990

Genesis was down to three members, so they released the album ...And Then There Were Three...

The album produced one of their most important songs. It attracted female fans and signaled the transition to a more pop orientation.

Follow You Follow Me (1978): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vRD49AFxJVI


Daryl Stuermer joined Genesis to play guitar during live shows.

In 1980, they really moved away from Prog Rock.

Turn It On Again (1980): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HPmqWsvnQkM

Misunderstanding (1980): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bmFRvpwVSwo


They added horns for 1981's Abacab album.

No Reply At All (1981): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TI0fk_gCdzE

Abacab (1981): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8WGnxBBgeI

Man On the Corner (1982): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pn0T1gUUp4M

Paperlate (1982): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=weRCHo36MeM


In the meantime, the band released solo works. Phil became a star, and later a superstar, on his own.

In 1983, Genesis continued.

Mama (1983): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z1LOWEufAH0

That's All (1983): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTdU9m3nhu8

Home By The Sea (1983): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHEOMTlOaFE


Solo works continued... And then came Invisible Touch. Genesis hit the peak of their popularity.

Invisible Touch (1986): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pW68T84RLHw

Land of Confusion (1986): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zU9lv_WqK6k

Tonight, Tonight, Tonight (1987): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1MWe2_WYcEs

In Too Deep (1987): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=okgJc3qYkhg 

Genesis: Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2010 (part 1)

1967-77

Rock Hall Bio: http://rockhall.com/inductees/genesis/

Official Site: http://genesis.m3w.com/main.html


Genesis formed in 1967 by Tony Banks and Michael Rutherford. Peter Gabriel, Anthony Phillips, and Chris Stewart rounded out the lineup. They signed a contract in 1968 with Decca and dubbed themselves "Genesis." This caused some confusion as record stores placed their albums with Christian Music as opposed to Prog Rock. By the time they recorded their first album, they switched drummers with John Silver replacing Chris Stewart.

The Silent Sun (1968): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cp4b4tcZ7Rc


Another drummer change…John Mayhew replaced John Silver. Gabriel tried to attract attention by wearing bizarre costumes during their live performances. His efforts paid off. People noticed.

The Knife (Part 1) (1971): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Z3EJNgjBmo


By this point, they had developed a cult following. Anthony Phillips developed stage fright and left the band. He was replaced by Mick Barnard and then finally Steve Hackett. At the same time, Phil Collins replaced Mayhew on drums.

Supper’s Ready (1972): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M58wE8GTGp4


Steve Hackett pioneered the tapping technique Eddie Van Halen made popular and sweep-picking that became a fad in the 80s.

Dancing with the Moonlight Knight (1973): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdD6L4cKKU8


Genesis released the classic The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway in 1974.

I Know What I Like in Your Wardrobe (1974): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_EYU75uhKk

The Carpet Crawlers (1975): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtzgBJ13vro


Peter Gabriel then left the band to embark on a solo career. Phil Collins became the lead singer after Genesis auditioned over 400 singers. This led Chester Thompson to join the live act to handle drum duties to free up Collins.

Your Own Special Way (1977): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iyuT9bNPQXw

Match of the Day (1977): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYk_uNA395M


Meanwhile, Hackett decided to leave Genesis leaving Banks, Rutherford, and Collins to plod on.
 

Jeff Beck: Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2009 part 2

1980-90

The Final Peace (1980): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2UscnUthNQ

Space Boogie (1980): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WPc819ryy0g

I Shall Be Released with Sting, Phil Collins, Donovan, and Bob Geldof (1982): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mo1GRM4FhcI

People Get Ready w/Rod Stewart (1986): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yC_j_dzkaVE



After some time off..Guitar Shop

Guitar Shop (1989): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J21JU6jckls

Day in the House (1989): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QAGrKe2eOQ

Eric Clapton: Rock Hall part 2

Addictions continued to plague Clapton in the 80s.

Cocaine (1980):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3L4spg8vyo

I Can’t Stand It (1981):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wa8s6RJwAxU

Rehab and more success followed.

Forever Man (1985):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bt2qBm4qS4w

Live Aid w/Phil Collins (1985):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0EdPaSKmcY

It’s In the Way That You Use It (1987):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJuBYrVz8GY

Tearing Us Apart w/Tina Turner (1987):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D_DoH-YzHfw

Bad Love w/ Phil Collins (1989):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGVyJ1hp3G4

Pretending (1989):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zm2PvnM7Vds

Phil Collins: Take Me Home (1986)

Phil Collins based "Take Me Home" on One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest. The song is about someone in a mental hospital and not about someone returning home. Peter Gabriel provides backup vocals on the track, which peaked at #7 in 1986.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sRY1NG1P_kw

971. Mama by Genesis (1983)

Mama is about a young man's longing for a specific prostitute. The song is remembered for Phil Collins psychotic laugh. Had it come out a century earlier, it would have been Jack the Ripper's song. In fact, Magnum P.I. used the song in an episode about a serial killer that targeted prostitutes.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZcLlp1BUew