Drummer reacts to "Mad Man Moon" by Genesis

[@davidbarker77]

The album cover has pictures representing each song on the album. Mad Man Moon is shown as the cloudy horse in front of the moon. This is a beautiful song and is speculated to be Tony's reaction to Peter Gabriel leaving the group. I agree with you that the piano is spectacular. An intricate but amazing song.

[@L33Reacts]

ahhhh ok cool! thank you for filling me in, i was wondering. yeah the piano was the standout of the track for me for sure. it was just so damn pretty.

[@brianvernon249]

Cathedral Pines, Long Island NY. I was there when I first noticed Steve’s guitar wail on the section: “so I pretended to have wings for my arms” It instantly changed my tastes in music at age 10.

[@christinerobinson9372]

On this album, the most popular pieces are "Entangled" and "Ripples" but "Mad Man Moon" is the one I never tire of.

[@Tomanot9Juanma]

Doesn´t this song transport you to another place! This one, Entangled and Ripples are some serious trips on this album!

[@L33Reacts]

it really does.... beautiful, beautiful song.

[@robertjewell9727]

I think this song is really underrated and it's probably my personal favorite on the album. The musical phrasing on its own feels like a kind of melancholia looking for a transforming energy and it does just that. Oh, and if you go to the next album in this time period, WIND AND WUTHERING, the song BLOOD ON THE ROOFTOPS is an essential, written by Steve Hackett and Phil Collins.

[@L33Reacts]

I will definitely check it out thank you. I loved this ❤️

[@rk41gator]

Love, love, love that stream of consciousness 'Blood on the Rooftops'. Don't forget 'Volcano'. So many layers. In the lyrics is that Phil on the stage who better 'start doin' it right'?

[@christinerobinson9372]

I agree with you 100% on this song, and disagree with you 100 % on Wind and Wuthering. I can't find anything to love about that album, it sounds like leftover ideas rejected from previous albums to me. I'm also the only person in the world that doesn't venerate "The Lamb" album.

[@rk41gator]

@@christinerobinson9372 You are not the only one who doesn't venerate "The Lamb" (there is at least one other), but it does make me question your musical taste. How can "Rooftop" be classified as rejected "leftover ideas"? For me the music is great, it has an interesting structure and point of view. The subtle anti-war theme is so Genesis and the stream of conscientiousness about TV shows is brilliant. Individual taste. (btw, 'Supper's Ready' is a masterpiece of "leftover ideas rejected from previous albums". Making 'lemonade' is the band's "thing")

[@jamierobson8825]

Man, I was obsessed with this album back in the day. This track was one of my favourites - just a gorgeously constructed piece. And Phil’s vocals are awesome. Such a melancholy vibe. Love it - thanks for the reaction.

[@benoitrenaud519]

Tony Banks is a maestro of the piano. So much well placed dissonances and smooth transitions.

[@L33Reacts]

It's such a pretty and full sound he has too. It has so many layers to it! He is a genius.

[@rk41gator]

The whole ensemble were master's at "dissonances and smooth transitions" which is why they stayed together so long. Phil is a genius at that. (I might add subtle syncopation to your list)

[@meistergedanken4790]

Perfectly constructed, sumptuously arranged, sonically sophisticated. A true Tony Banks masterpiece, there's so many layered parts. A well-regarded genesis track, but it still doesn't get as much love as it deserves, imo.

[@L33Reacts]

Absolutely gorgeous arrangement. He knows what the hell he's doing!

[@kallyfest]

'' This music can transport in different world '' how many today song can make it now ? I always love seeing a new generation discover and appreciate this music .

[@TheProgCorner]

Phil Collins first album as lead singer with the band. Amazing song. Amazing album.

[@jeffschielka7845]

Hey Scot!😎

[@L33Reacts]

Both songs I've heard from this album so far are just amazing 👏 I can't wait to dig into more. Phil is just so damn good.

[@jeffschielka7845]

@@L33Reacts Was devastating to see him sit in a chair on the Farwell Domino's Tour. His health is failing him. So sad!🥁😎

[@MrLuigi42]

I bought this album when I was 15 back in 1978 and it was magic.

[@DocSardo]

"To the multitudes who stand in the rain, heaven is where the sun shines."

[@sergebrunet4218]

Hi ! First time i saw Genesis in concert was in 1974 ! in Montreal in a small arena ! they played 9 songs ! Someone recorded the show and put it on YT. lol ! it s not the today s quality but it s there ! 😎

[@latheofheaven1017]

Mad Man Moon is one of those songs that tends to be forgotten when people talk about their favourite old Genesis songs, but it's right up in my top five. I went to see them when they toured this album. Sadly, they didn't play MMM, but I got my money's worth that night all the same.

[@L33Reacts]

i bet you did! i would love to have seen these guys live back in the day. i bet they brought the house down! And i can see what you're saying. Songs like this tend to get overlooked by history. But wow, what a beautiful song.

[@cartelesargentinos]

The Ends ( Tony Banks ) is AMAZING

[@jellyrollnorton]

I’m glad you chose this song, too. The album was a favorite of mine and every note on that piano took me right back. Beautiful song, and much needed today.

[@ronnie6613]

Along with Ripples and Entangled, this is One of The 3 best Tracks on Trick Of The Tail. Keep Rockin'🎸 RONNIE Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@JohnMacRae23]

I think this is one the greatest songs ever written... Bank's masterpiece (and the bands). A song for longing to right the mistake(s) you made.

[@58BURST]

The superlative composition skills of Mr. Banks. The first three albums after Peter left, were still very prog. All three, stand the test of time. Great reaction bro! 🎸

[@L33Reacts]

He is so damn talented dude. The way they drive the song with the piano is just sublime.

[@L33Reacts]

Thank you so much I really appreciate it. Glad you enjoyed

[@akaFrits1]

Of all Genesis albums I like this one the most. No weak spot here. There are songs on other albums that are great too (FoF for example) but as an album this one stands out for me.

[@mikemicrael5749]

Genesis music from 1970 through 1980 is my favorite band. So many great progressive bands, but Genesis was always the band that reached me most. The band members' solo catalogs are incredible.

[@L33Reacts]

They are SO good man. I love how they use the piano. It is so unique sounding yet interesting and engaging. The vibrant energy shines through every time.

[@lemming9984]

I'd say 70 -77. ATTWT was the first step away from their roots, and after that well......

[@lilybee2955]

The track I like to call 'the album's diamond hiding in plain sight'. No fireworks, no pyrotechnics: just a beautiful, soulful piano driven song. I suppose we can call it a ballad, as it sounds deceptively simple. But notice how the many themes seamlessly blend into one another. Few artists do this as well as Tony Banks. He is such a gifted harmoniser. Glad you picked this song. Thanks for a great reaction. 🐝

[@susybacci]

Tengo el vinilo de esta obra de arte! Lo escuché miles de veces desde que salió. Es maravilloso! Un saludo desde la ciudad de Buenos Aires! 💟🎹🎉🌎

[@franckbizouard3357]

Mad man moon, typical Tony's. 4 keyboards in the same time during the instrumental passage, overdubs of course, impossible to play live ;-) Masterpiece!

[@christinerobinson9372]

Tony is a classically trained pianist. This is a Tony Banks composition, music and lyrics. That last line, "One has to learn to disbelieve the Sea" slays me. Have you explored Chopin? I can tell that Tony is a fan of Chopin. I think you will enjoy the "Trespass" album next, which will lead you gently to "Nursery Crymes" and "FoxTrot".

[@rk41gator]

Have not heard Chopin mentioned but have Shostakovich, Mahler, and Sibelius. Interesting choices for composers which I also enjoy immensely. One reviewer mentioned she felt Genesis music was very impressionistic (think Ravel and Debussy) and I agree. They paint pictures with sound.

[@jamescpotter]

Trick is my favorite Genesis LP and MMM is their best track...and that is saying a lot as every track on this album is STRONG! The album cover is designed by Hipgnosis and depicts every character in this story driven project. Trick is similar to Nursery Cryme yet much more advanced and polished.

[@L33Reacts]

i can see why this is your favorite! it's absolutely gorgeous. i love how they took their time with it and built up this.... other world.... with the music. they are SO talented. it's crazy.

[@mattleppard1964]

Phil’s first album with Genesis? He was with them since around 71 and this Trick is 4 or 5 years and 4 or 5 albums. He was on Supper’s Ready and the Lamb etc., and often did harmonies with PG. This was his first as lead vocalist 😎

[@joelclark4081]

The first album I purchased after my journey down Mary Jane Lane 😊 back in '76(?). Not a bad choice, I must say.

[@massimosampei4225]

Solo loro potevano creare un capolavoro del genere ❤ unici.

[@mattleppard1964]

One of the topmost peaks on an album that has no valleys. If that makes sense. “If I could find a horse not made with sand.” ❤

[@Guido102]

Both albums A trick of the tail and Wind & wuthering have an amazing sound. Probably the most noticeable is the piano, but as a whole are amazing. These were the albums after Peter left but Steve was still in the band, and as much as I love Peter, these are my 2 Genesis' fav.

[@Guido102]

As a recommendation, try to dig a bootleg live recording called Genesis Live at Earl's Court from the '77, which was a radio broadcast, and was here on yt before (idk if it still is). It's from the W&W tour, has a great sound quality for not being an official record (I wish it were), and it's way better than seconds out.

[@L33Reacts]

I'll definitely try to hunt that down! Sounds like fun. But I absolutely loved this track. They are so special, man.

[@TheReaperMan275]

Another Tony masterpiece worth checking out is "One For The Vine."

[@nealeger8154]

Each character on the album cover is referenced on various songs on the album.

[@jeffschielka7845]

Hey Lee! GENESIS!! My sister's favorite band. I lost her just over 2 years ago. Still very hard for me to listen to GENESIS. Today is no exception. Keep rockin dude. Need some more YES from 35th. Ritual or Starship Trooper or both in that order! Later.🔈🔉🔊😎

[@mikemicrael5749]

He's my favorite drummer, but one of Phil's best vocal performances is the obscure song "Heathaze" from 1980's Duke, written by Tony Banks, but Phil's passion driven by his failing marriage makes this a standout in my mind. You should also watch the video for his solo song "Another Day in Paradise" to see the real Phil Collins. Keep on proggin'!

[@L33Reacts]

Thank you for the suggestions. I will add them to my list for Genesis. He is so, so good. Even with the minimal vibe they were going for here it is still masterful

[@mattleppard1964]

He sang lead vox on More Fool Me and to some extent Harlequin. But Duke is head and shoulders the best album they did without PG I think ❤

[@micamaimoun]

Great song ❤ In this album, Etangled is my favorite

[@L33Reacts]

I will have to check it out. Thanks for watching 😁

[@joeslish-p1p]

entangled should be on the list

[@reneelyons6836]

Heaven sounds....that's nice. 😃♥🎶🎶

[@L33Reacts]

isn't it?? it's beautiful :D

[@reneelyons6836]

Agreed. Genesis and Yes are my favorites. I'm an old hippie.🙂☮💟

[@killianlpc]

Another super reaction man. Love the fact that you really appreciate the composition of this track and album in general. As you know Peter had left at this point, but this album is possibly their best piece of work due to the fact that it was their first without Gabriel. This is very much Tony's song, but Phil's vocals are superb with these lovely lyrics. May I suggest Wind And Wuthering the follow up album to this, if you react to the last suite of three tracks, Unquiet Slumbers For The Sleepers/ In That Quiet Earth/Afterglow, three very short tracks that bleed into each other, again proving that the band could do it without Gabriel and produce some stunning material. Well done again on appreciation of Prog Rock classics. Ripples is a gorgeous track from this A Trick Of The Tail album too, as is the spectacular Los Endos. Look forward to more reactions from this beautiful record, and their earlier work their back catalogue is just superb.

[@L33Reacts]

thank you so much! i really appreciate it. i was totally sucked in by this song! it was so beautiful. these guys are just magic. every song i have heard by them has been different from one another and they all stand out in different ways too! it's so good. i am so happy i discovered all of these treasures.

[@danielmora7382]

@@L33Reacts Great reaction! You could do also One for the Vine from their next album Wind and Wuthering. It's like Mad Man Moon but even more intense. It's a 10 minute epic song, as beautiful as it gets. The pinnacle of Tony Banks compositions IMHO.

[@neglet]

Agreed! One for the Vine blows me away every time.

[@chrismatthews8717]

This is on a par with Selling England. Superb music, enchanting lyrics, fantastic.

[@L33Reacts]

You are absolutely right. It's gorgeous.

[@rk41gator]

A piano ballad, indeed! Phil is amazing to come in and sing lead with such confidence on this first album without Gabriel. Some say this is Tony pining about Peter leaving to chase mirages, looking for greener grass (or cabbages). With all the flute/synth sounds woven in to echo Peter's flute, I tend to believe it. It was following this album that Peter answered Tony with his first solo album and his rousing song 'Solsbury Hill' to explain what that 'the smile on my face' meant and leaving Genesis with all the cumbersome record industry machinery. Great tune you must review. Next from Genesis (wait, what tune was blocked?) should be 'Supper's Ready' (or was that it?).

[@L33Reacts]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/rX25pHuZpNKrprc this is my reaction to suppers ready. The video that was blocked was part 1 of the Lamb lies down on Broadway. This was such a beautiful song. Phil absolutely killed it.

[@rk41gator]

@@L33Reacts IMHO 'The Lamb' album is one of Rock's greatest achievements of the 20th century. I am trying to publish a paper on it. (an essay)

[@puncht37]

Los Endos, off that record`s got some good Phil on it.

[@L33Reacts]

I'm doing that one next since Lamb lies down on Broadway got blocked 🚫 🤣

[@kevinrombouts3027]

Try Entangled - great guitar and keys. Interesting lyrics too. Same album.

[@ChuckDrennen]

"Ripples"

[@benoitrenaud519]

For brilliant voice and piano, with similar chords and beautiful melodies, why not some Schubert from der Winterreise?

[@L33Reacts]

I'll take a took, thank you!