{"product_id":"duke-genesis","title":"Duke, Genesis","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGenesis – Duke\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eArtist:\u003c\/b\u003e Genesis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/b\u003e Duke\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAlbum Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Tenth Studio Album\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOriginal Release Date:\u003c\/b\u003e March 28, 1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLabel:\u003c\/b\u003e Charisma (UK) \/ Atlantic (US)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGenre:\u003c\/b\u003e Progressive Pop \/ Art Rock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBackground \u0026amp; Production\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"24\"\u003eDuke\u003c\/b\u003e is a pivotal album in the Genesis discography, representing the moment the band successfully bridged the gap between their complex progressive rock roots and the massive pop success of the 1980s. Following the group's hiatus during which Phil Collins addressed personal marital issues, the trio (Collins, Tony Banks, and Mike Rutherford) reconvened at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"381\"\u003ePolar Studios\u003c\/b\u003e in Stockholm (owned by ABBA). The production, handled by the band and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"465\"\u003eDavid Hentschel\u003c\/b\u003e, is notable for its crisp, modern sound and the first prominent use of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"556\"\u003eRoland CR-78 drum machine\u003c\/b\u003e on a Genesis record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMusical Composition \u0026amp; Style\u003c\/b\u003e The album is famous for \"The Duke Suite,\" a collection of songs originally intended to be one long epic but ultimately split up to bookend the record.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Duke\" Suite:\u003c\/b\u003e Tracks like \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"30\"\u003eBehind the Lines\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"48\"\u003eDuchess\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"57\"\u003eGuide Vocal\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003eTurn It On Again\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"88\"\u003eDuke’s Travels\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"108\"\u003eDuke’s End\u003c\/b\u003e form a thematic narrative about a fictional character named Albert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Breakthrough Hit:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"22\"\u003eTurn It On Again\u003c\/b\u003e is one of the band's most clever compositions—a massive radio hit written in an unusual \u003cspan class=\"math-inline\" data-math=\"13\/8\" data-index-in-node=\"127\"\u003e$13\/8$\u003c\/span\u003e time signature that remains a staple of classic rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSolo Contributions:\u003c\/b\u003e For the first time, the band members brought in individual songs written during their hiatus, leading to a more diverse sound. This includes Collins’ soulful \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"178\"\u003eMisunderstanding\u003c\/b\u003e (inspired by his love of Motown) and Banks’ elegant \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"247\"\u003eCul-de-sac\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTransition of Sound:\u003c\/b\u003e While the album contains shorter, more accessible tracks, the instrumental mastery on \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"107\"\u003eDuke’s Travels\u003c\/b\u003e proves the band had not abandoned their virtuosic progressive leanings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLegacy \u0026amp; Collector Notes\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"25\"\u003eDuke\u003c\/b\u003e became the first Genesis album to reach \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003e#1 in the UK\u003c\/b\u003e, proving that the three-man lineup was a commercial powerhouse. For vinyl collectors, the original \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"182\"\u003eCharisma \"Mad Hatter\"\u003c\/b\u003e labels in the UK are highly prized for their warm analog sound. The iconic cover art, featuring the character \"Albert\" overlooking a simplified landscape, was created by French illustrator \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"393\"\u003eLionel Koechlin\u003c\/b\u003e from his book \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"423\"\u003eL'Alphabet d'Albert\u003c\/i\u003e. It is an essential inventory item for any Shopify store focusing on 80s Rock, Progressive transitions, or the legendary career of Phil Collins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKeywords:\u003c\/b\u003e Genesis, Duke, Phil Collins, Tony Banks, Mike Rutherford, 1980 Vinyl, Charisma Records, Turn It On Again, Misunderstanding, Progressive Pop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollection Ideas:\u003c\/b\u003e The Evolution of Genesis, 80s Rock Landmarks, Progressive Pop Masterpieces, Polar Studios Sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRelated Artists:\u003c\/b\u003e Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins (Solo), Mike + The Mechanics, Yes, Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Genesis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51349877063997,"sku":"5550","price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/2605\/9325\/files\/Duke_Genesisalbum.jpg?v=1770087989","url":"https:\/\/gravestonerecords.com.au\/products\/duke-genesis","provider":"Gravestone Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}