A TRICK OF THE TAIL

Buying this LP as a spotty 5th former in 1976, I was full of intrepidation. Gabriel had left what I considered to be the best rock band in the world and the 'drummer' had taken over on lead vocals. Up until now Phil Collins voice had only been heard on the odd track, notably " More Fool Me " on Selling England by the Pound.

Nearly 30 years later the album ( now CD ) is without doubt the most played in my collection ( which numbers into nearly a thousand ). Quite simply the album is a masterpiece of melodic progressive music. Every track is memorable and in it's own way magnificent.

From the opening chords of "Dance on a Volcano" through to the last notes of the underture that is " Los Endos " the four piece band make a superb 50 minute listening experience.

The best track for me is "Ripples" written by Mike Rutherford and Tony Banks - quite simply magnificent in a quiet way.

The album is 30 years old this year, but if you havent got it - BUY IT.