About the band: Genesis are
a British rock band formed in 1967, whose output in the period
1970-1976 (the Gabriel and/or Hackett years) is among the very best of
prog rock. After the departure of first Gabriel, and then Hackett, the
remaining three members (Collins, Rutherford, Banks) opted for a more
commercial rock sound that was highly successful for about 12 years. The
band released 15 studio albums. One of my favourite bands for their
prog years, even though I also appreciate some songs that came later.
About the song: Firth of Fifth is the best song on the brilliant 1973 album Selling England by the pound. It is cited by many as the best prog rock song of all time. This majestic song of the sea weaves a magic spell for almost ten minutes, alternating between Peter Gabriels magnificent vocals and Tony Banks' keyboard virtuosity, and with Steve Hackett pulling off an amazing guitar solo in the middle section.
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