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Platinum Collection

Genesis

Compilation 2004
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About this album

Sound: "A sweeping collection that captures Genesis's evolution from progressive rock pioneers to chart-topping pop icons."

Where they were

Released in 2004, Platinum Collection arrives during a period of resurgence for Genesis, following their reunion tour in 2007. This compilation showcases their transition from complex progressive rock to accessible pop, consolidating their legacy as influential figures in both genres. The album serves as a retrospective of the band's prolific career spanning over three decades.

Why it matters

Platinum Collection reached number 10 on the UK Albums Chart and was well-received for its comprehensive overview of Genesis's hits. The album highlights the band's shift in musical style, bridging their early experimental works with mainstream successes, thus influencing a generation of musicians across various genres. Its release also reignited interest in Genesis, leading to further tours and new material.

Essential tracks

  • "Invisible Touch" — This track epitomizes Genesis's successful blend of rock and pop, showcasing catchy hooks and polished production that helped define the sound of the 1980s.
  • "Land of Confusion" — With its politically charged lyrics and iconic music video featuring puppetry, this song encapsulates Genesis’s ability to merge social commentary with accessible music.
  • "Mama" — A haunting ballad that highlights Phil Collins's emotional vocal delivery, 'Mama' stands out as one of the band’s darker yet most compelling tracks.
  • "No Son of Mine" — 'No Son of Mine' reflects personal themes and familial conflict, illustrating Genesis's lyrical depth while resonating with listeners through its poignant storytelling.
  • "I Can’t Dance" — 'I Can't Dance' combines humor and self-awareness, showcasing the band's playful side while still achieving commercial success with its infectious rhythm.

Release Date

November 29, 2004

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Tracklist

Disc 1

  1. 1 No Son of Mine 6:35
  2. 2 I Can’t Dance 4:00
  3. 3 Jesus He Knows Me 4:17
  4. 4 Hold On My Heart 4:37
  5. 5 Invisible Touch 3:28
  6. 6 Throwing It All Away 3:50
  7. 7 Tonight, Tonight, Tonight (edit) 4:29
  8. 8 Land of Confusion 4:46
  9. 9 In Too Deep 4:56
  10. 10 Mama 6:48
  11. 11 That’s All 4:25
  12. 12 Home by the Sea 5:07
  13. 13 Second Home by the Sea 6:06
  14. 14 Illegal Alien 5:17
  15. 15 Paperlate 3:23
  16. 16 Calling All Stations 5:44

Disc 2

  1. 1 Abacab 6:55
  2. 2 Keep It Dark 4:34
  3. 3 Turn It On Again 3:51
  4. 4 Behind the Lines 5:43
  5. 5 Duchess 6:06
  6. 6 Misunderstanding 3:13
  7. 7 Many Too Many 3:34
  8. 8 Follow You Follow Me 4:08
  9. 9 Undertow 4:46
  10. 10 In That Quiet Earth 4:55
  11. 11 Afterglow 4:08
  12. 12 Your Own Special Way 6:18
  13. 13 A Trick of the Tail 4:35
  14. 14 Ripples 8:08
  15. 15 Los Endos 5:46

Disc 3

  1. 1 The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway 4:49
  2. 2 Counting Out Time 3:36
  3. 3 Carpet Crawlers 5:01
  4. 4 Firth of Fifth 9:28
  5. 5 The Cinema Show 10:48
  6. 6 I Know What I Like (In Your Wardrobe) 3:53
  7. 7 Supper’s Ready 22:51
  8. 8 The Musical Box 10:24
  9. 9 The Knife 8:53

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