US

Perfect album! Why? Couple of reasons. First, Gabriel has pushed forward all his creativity and wild ideas to generate this wonderfully crafted album. First time I listen to the audio CD, actually I did not rate this album that high as I thought there were some disco styles in this album. But .. when I purchased the laser disc / video clip of US - my appreciation grew tremendously. A have to admire that he is a genius! I cannot tell you in detail but I'm sure if you observe this music in greater detail, probably would take you 7 or 8 spins, you would understand what I mean.

Second, I like the choice of sound quality used in this audio CD. This is funny. The first time I purchased the album was in cassette format (well, at that time I was broke and could only afford to buy cassette). And then I was so so dissatisfied with the sound quality that had no treble sound at all. But I liked couple of songs in the album. When I had some money then I purchased the CD format. Same thing happened - bad sound quality. And I tried to think, it must be that this kind of sound was made "intentionally". And I tried to enjoy again. To my surprise, I started to like (even love) this kind of sound quality. Bingo! Thanks Gabriel, you helped showing me the hills. Since then I like the sound. It's unique! It seems like no treble but it has a very pure mid range voice.

Third, it's brilliant musically. All songs were composed in meticulous detail and crafted to reach perfection in terms of structure, melodies and harmony music. Many of my prog mates down here argue that Gabriel's albums sound poppy and disco-like. Well, I agree with it - but they don't understand how the musical elements have been built in such a way that at the end produces perfect music with perfect sound. In my view, we can not judge Gabriel's album in only 1-3 spins of the CD. The more you spin, it will grow firmly with you.

Fourth, it's strong lyrically. Name any song in this album. The lyrics are wonderful. I like "Washing of the Water", "Secret World", "Blood of Eden", "Steam" . great lyrics, great melodies.

Above all, I am really happy with the musical direction (and quality) that Peter Gabriel has taken since he left Genesis. His music evolves in the right direction to achieve perfection. He is really a genius! BUY THE CD! - Keep on progging!! Progressively yours, GW - Indonesia.

"In the washing of the water will you take it all away. Bring me something to take this pain away ." - Washing of the Water, Peter Gabriel.

This piece of lyrics, I personally dedicate to the people who are suffering due to the tsunami disaster in Southeast Asia countries .. . God Bless You!!