What does it sound like?:
The fourth solo album by the ex Genesis guitarist, originally released back in 1979, is the next in line for the deluxe reissue treatment comprising three cds plus a dvd in a clamshell box.
Produced by Rupert Hine, the album was originally intended to try and appeal to a more mainstream audience. In its original vinyl incarnation, side 1 showcased shorter poppier songs while side 2 concentrated on longer proggier pieces.
What you get here is a new 2016 stereo mix on the first cd, demos, outtakes and sundry odds n sods on the second cd, and a remastered version of the original stereo mix on cd 3. The DVD carries a 2016 5.1 surround mix of the album.
An illustrated booklet completes the package and contains interesting and revealing interviews with both artist and producer.
What does it all *mean*?
This is probably the most accessible album of Phillips’ catalogue, so even if you’re not already a fan you may find something you like here – it’s a pleasant rather than groundbreaking listen, and the extras on the second cd are interesting rather than being esspecially revealing.
Goes well with…
His other solo albums, Genesis etc.
Release Date:
Might suit people who like…
Pleasant, almost easy listening, with a little bit of prog thrown in for good measure.
Definitely interested in this although I am puzzled by the description on Amazon….
Audio CD (15 April 2016)
Number of Discs: 1
Format: 4 mm tape, Box set
Label: Esoteric Recordings
ASIN: B01AWF28H0
What is 4mm Tape format ???
Yes that’s very strange ! Rest assured it’s as described in the review, no tape in sight!!
Looks like someone has queried this with Amazon now, but note that the track listings shown in their description for the three cds and the dvd are correct.