The Progressive Rock band, Genesis, originated this song. Steve Hackett was in the band when this song was first released. There are different versions of this song, but this fusion of Prog Rock and symphony orchestra is just fantastic just overwhelms the senses.
Actually this is Genesis song from 1973. Steve was the lead guitar in those years. Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins being the most recognized members. Very , very cool someone asked you to listen.
Good to watch someone who simply enjoys this on the emotional level, just as I do. I have little knowledge of musical theory or any ability to play an instrument. I just love listening to it.
Steve Hackett, the former guitarist from Genesis, left the band in 1978. He has since bought the rights to perform much of their early material from the Peter Gabriel era 1969-1974. I highly recommend Steve Hackett's version of 'Supper's Ready' the greatest masterpiece from Genesis.
Glad you enjoyed this version, Sarah, all versions are great, but with orchestra and seeing the great Steve Hackett perform one of the most iconic, beautiful guitar solos of all time. I've seen Genesis without Steve do this live, it's ok but not the same, I've also seen Steve Hackett do this live but without orchestra, that too was fabulous!
A great rendition of a song he worked on when he was in Genesis. You might also like some of his solo material such as Shadow of the Hierophant or Spectral Mornings.
This is the epitome of note for note playing. Beethoven and Mozart, pianists wouldn't dare miss a note whereas most (99%) of guitarists play randomly, even the greats. That's what makes Steve special.
This song reminds me a lot of things from when i was younger... When i just walk to my work, and take some bus, had to work more than 100 kms away from my house and i was listening in my old MP3 player some Génesis's albums when there's still night outside... So much memories, smiles and tears with Genesis music in the soundtrack of my life. ❤️
Not enough can be said for this piece, but it must be noted that it would not have been possible without the original writings of Tony Banks, who refuses to play the intro unless he has a bona fide grand piano to play it on. Respect.
For a better version of this song check out either the original (from "Selling England by the Pound") or the live version on "Seconds Out". This version drags and the orchestra is ponderous, plus there's no sax nor clarinet in those other versions.
I’m not entirely sure how I feel about a clarinet taking the flute solo… but otherwise this is pretty freaking awesome, so I guess I will accept it. Lol
