GENESIS: Selling England by the Pound (Classic Records / Charisma) |
Songs like "I Know What I Like," "Firth of Fifth" and "The Cinema Show" quickly became concert favorites, and remained so long after Gabriel had left the band. Since this is an audiophile pressing, chances are that if you've gotten this far in the review, you want to know how it sounds, right? Break out the headphones and get ready to hear things in nearly every track that you've never heard before. From assorted percussion previously buried in the mix to seemingly new keyboard and vocals parts, there is a wealth of newly found nuances in the album, just waiting to be discovered. Unfortunately, the review copy we received suffered from a considerable amount of surface noise and pops, especially toward the end of each side--something highly unusual for a vinyl pressing from Classic. Judging by past experience though, this one has to be a fluke. Surface noise aside, this album has never sounded better. The lows are deep and resonant, never muddy. The highs are crisp and clear, without ever becoming shrill. If you're a fan of Genesis or progressive rock in general, this album is a required part of your collection. |
© 2001 Tim Hartin |
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