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PETER GABRIEL
SUCD157
Compact Disc
Item no. :SUCD157 Barcode :0823564040646 Artist :PETER GABRIEL Product type :Compact Disc Label :SUTRA Release Date :04 September 2026
OVERVIEW
Peter Gabriel stands among the most innovative, influential and enduring figures in modern popular music. Rising to
prominence as the original lead vocalist of Genesis in the early 1970s, he became renowned for his theatrical stage
performances, imaginative storytelling and distinctive vocal style. Following his departure from Genesis in 1975,
Gabriel embarked upon a solo career that would establish him as one of the most adventurous and respected artists
of his generation. Over the decades, he has received numerous accolades, including Grammy Awards, Brit Awards
and induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame both as a member of Genesis and as a solo artist.
Gabriel's self-titled debut solo album, released in February 1977, marked the beginning of a new chapter. Produced
by Bob Ezrin, the album showcased a more direct and contemporary sound while retaining the creativity and
ambition that had characterised his work with Genesis. Featuring standout compositions such as "Solsbury Hill",
"Modern Love" and "Here Comes the Flood", the record was met with widespread critical acclaim and demonstrated
that Gabriel was fully capable of forging a successful identity beyond his former band.
To support the album, Gabriel assembled a formidable touring band and embarked upon an extensive tour of Europe
and North America throughout 1977. These performances offered audiences their first opportunity to hear his new
material in a live setting, while also revisiting selected highlights from his years with Genesis. The tour proved
especially notable for its inclusion of several Genesis songs that Gabriel would seldom perform again, as well as a
handful of carefully chosen cover versions, all delivered alongside his new solo material with renewed vigour and
confidence.
• Recorded at the Capitol Theatre in Cardiff, Wales, on 1 October 1977, this previously unreleased concert
stands as one of the most compelling documents of Gabriel's first solo tour. The band delivers powerful
performances of material from the debut album alongside a selection of Genesis favourites, including a rare
rendition of "The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway". Throughout the show, Gabriel's commanding vocals,
magnetic stage presence and the band's exceptional musicianship combine to create a truly memorable
performance. Released on CD here for the very first time, this outstanding recording is a welcome addition to
any Peter Gabriel collection and an essential snapshot of a pivotal moment in his remarkable career
TRACK LIST
1 Here Comes The Flood 2:43
2 Slowburn 4:25
3 Moribund The Burgermeister 5:42
4 Modern Love 5:06
5 Indigo 4:13
6 Humdrum 4:23
7 White Shadow 4:41
8 I Heard It Through The Grapevine 9:43
9 Excuse Me 5:00
10 Band Introductions 1:16
11 Solsbury Hill 5:16
12 Down The Dolce Vita 6:45
13 On The Air 4:48
14 All Day And All Of The Night 4:47
15 Here Comes The Flood 6:38
16 The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway 5:44