FOXTROT

This album would be largely responsible for Genesis' eventual break-out in the United States, "Foxtrot" is widely considered one of the undeniable classic of Genesis' discography and of the many prog albums issued in the 1970's. The album as a whole would be a breakthrough album and is incredibly more consistent than such earlier efforts like "From Genesis To Revelation". While the album, or many of Genesis' early albums, is not incredibly singles focused it was still a substantial hit in the U.K. Much of this respect is due to the epic 23 minute opus closing track "Supper's Ready".

"Supper's Ready" bounces seamlessly from time signature to time signature without loosing any of its footing. The opening track, and main single, "Watcher Of The Skies" is very reminiscent of what David Bowie was releasing at the time. "Watcher Of The Skies" is theatrically dark with Tony Banks' opening Mellotron chords and Steve Hackett's chugging guitar work. "Foxtrot's" lyrical conceits are also more colorful, creative and thought provoking than previously seen on a Genesis album, "Get Em" Out By Friday" being one of these due to it's lyrics of urban overspill.

"Foxtrot" is a definite must have for any avid Genesis fans or really anyone for that matter. Please buy this album. It's worth it its one of their essential classics in their catalog.

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