THE LAMB LIES DOWN ON BROADWAY

This is a much harder album to locate in stores than the other classic-era Genesis albums. Is that because of the record label or something? I know the producer in Eno. Anyway, this is my favorite Genesis album. Man, it takes awhile to warm up to the album, but understanding the plot can greatly expediate that process. Rael's far-out and imaginitive trip is one of the finest narratives in musical form. Certainly my favorite.

On top of the story, the music is Genesis' most advanced. It was never eclipsed on later albums. Taking the variety of styles that Genesis attempted in this album - including some styles never before attempted - was an ambitious endeavor that fully succeeded. A shame it was Gabriel's last.

Other have disected the album into individual songs which is fine, but I'll just say some things that I think of a lot when I listen to the album. First off, my favorite track might be Chamber of 32 doors. The sincerity in Gabriel's voice and the words he sings touch home for some reason. Very genuine considering the progressive genre that is filled with abstract thoughts and tales of fantasy and the cosmos. I also love the lyrics in 'The Light Dies Down on Broadway' even though they weren't written by Gabriel. I liked them a lot before realizing this, but stuck with the sentiments. Finally, In the Rapids is the most underrated song on this album. It falls into the emotional sincerity category like Chamber and the chords are plain beautiful.

Obtain this album!