Tabletop Genesis

Tabletoppers Mike & Tom are guests on the YouTube channel “Everything Phil Collins!” hosted by Scott Orr. The trio nerds out over everything from the history of Tabletop Genesis to favorite album openers to Peter’s latest releases. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 61 – A Conversation with “Everything Phil Collins!” first appeared on Tabletop Genesis .

Will Peter Gabriel’s sixth Full Moon release, “Road to Joy,” finally satisfy the Tabletoppers’ need for a fun, funky track? Plus, they discuss two early ’70s Genesis performances that have long been available in low quality versions, but were recently uploaded by The Midnight Special in pristine quality. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 60 – “Road to Joy” & “The Midnight Special” first appeared o...

The Tabletop discusses “Four Kinds of Horses,” the fifth Full Moon release, and the last one before Peter Gabriel’s long-awaited i/o tour begins on May 18! The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 59 – “Four Kinds of Horses” first appeared on Tabletop Genesis .

The Tabletop discusses the title track from Peter Gabriel’s upcoming album i/o, and weighs in on Ghost’s cover of “Jesus He Knows Me.” The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 58 – “i/o” and Ghost’s “Jesus He Knows Me” first appeared on Tabletop Genesis .

Peter Gabriel’s third Full Moon release from i/o, “Playing for Time,” features the piano prominently, so the Tabletop enlists Genesis Piano Project’s Adam Kromelow to help them break it down. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 57 – “Playing for Time” first appeared on Tabletop Genesis .

Why, no one could EVER talk for two hours about Mike Rutherford’s second solo album, “Acting Very Strange,” could they? To that, the Tabletop says, “Hold our beers, Maxine!” Simon Godfrey (Tribe of Names) and Rutherford aficionado Katherine Stratton join Mike and Tom for a lively discussion about this infamous record. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 56 – “Acting Very Strange” first appeared on T...

“The Court” is in session as the Tabletop gives its verdict on Peter Gabriel’s latest Full Moon release. Plus, they play “Point/Counterpoint” on the topic of remixes. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 55 – “The Court” & Remixes first appeared on Tabletop Genesis .

The Tabletop discusses Phil Collins’ second solo album; all the anger, heartache, and even a bit of creepiness, that is 1982’s “Hello, I Must Be Going!” The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 54 – “Hello, I Must Be Going!” first appeared on Tabletop Genesis .

The Tabletop begins 2023 with a review of Peter Gabriel’s new track, “Panopticom,” from his upcoming album i/o, and gives a preview of what topics they’ll be covering this year. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 53 – “Panopticom” & 2023 Preview first appeared on Tabletop Genesis .

There’s plenty of “dancing on the tabletop” as we discuss Peter Gabriel’s fourth solo album. Adam Kromelow from the Genesis Piano Project brings his musical expertise (aka, nerdiness) to help breakdown the genius of these eight tracks, which turn–SHOCK!–40 years old this year! The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 52 – “Peter Gabriel (Security)” first appeared on Tabletop Genesis .

When Tabletoppers Mike and Tom were guests on Al Melchior’s “You, Me, and an Album” podcast, they discussed the highs and (swing) lows of Phil Collins’ 2002 release, “Testify.” What did they think? Don’t get them started! The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 51 – “Testify” first appeared on Tabletop Genesis .

It’s been a long, long time … seven years and fifty episodes, to be exact! The Tabletop celebrates by turning over the show to you, the listener! You asked, we’ve done our best to answer! The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 50 – “It’s Your Show: Listener Questions” first appeared on Tabletop Genesis .

Journalist Jelisa Castrodale joins the Tabletop for a fun discussion about her recent Genesis pieces for VICE, the band’s imminent final shows, and Tony Banks’ ubiquitous 1991 sweatshirt! The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 49 – A Conversation with Jelisa Castrodale first appeared on Tabletop Genesis .

The Tabletop reflects on what most likely were the last Genesis shows ever on American soil (the soil, the soil, the soil!). Former Tabletoppers Stacy and Simon Godfrey join the discussion to share their thoughts on the concert, the state of the band, the stage setup, setlist favorites, and more. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 48 – Post-U.S. Tour Wrap Up first appeared on Tabletop Genesis .

The fights! The jealousy! The rivalries! The Reelz Channel turned up the drama to 11 in their recent entertaining special, “Breaking the Band: Genesis.” Former Tabletopper Stacy Godfrey shares her experience being a “talking head” for the program, and we hear behind-the-scenes tales from director Samuel Bates. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 47 – “Breaking the Band: Genesis” first appeared on Ta...

The Tabletop sit down with friend and Genesis Piano Project member Adam Kromelow to discuss the new album, which was recorded at Charterhouse, the alma mater of the band’s founding members. Plus, we look back on the legacy of the late Angelo Di Loreto. The Genesis Piano Project album is available now from your preferred […] The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 46 – “Genesis Piano Project” first appea...

As “The Last Domino?” Tour finally gets under way, the Tabletop shares their hopes, dreams, and expectations for the long-awaited reunion shows. Plus, they discuss the upcoming 2-CD “Hits” collection and the recent tour documentary that aired on PBS – with no spoilers! The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 45 – “The Last Domino?” Tour: Take Two first appeared on Tabletop Genesis .

There’s a girl that’s been on our minds … all the time … Sta-Sta-Stacy! Former Tabletopper Stacy Godfrey (and current host of “No Words Music”) pulls up a chair to discuss Phil Collins’ Grammy Award-winning album, “No Jacket Required.” We’ve got a long, long way to go back to 1985, when it was all Phil, […] The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 44 – “No Jacket Required” first appeared on Tabletop Gene...

“Holy Mother of God you’ve got to … see that new Bataclan video!” Genesis fans got a treat recently with the release of the well-known 1973 Paris concert footage, but now beautifully restored in 4K glory. The Tabletop share their reactions to the video and speak with the team behind the project, Adam Gottlob from […] The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 43 – “The Bataclan 1973 4K Restoration” first a...

After moderate to little success with his first two solo albums, all Mike Rutherford needed was a miracle with his new project and their self-titled, debut album, “Mike + The Mechanics.” The Tabletop and special guest Katherine Stratton of mikerutherfordnet.com discuss this breakthrough album that spawned two Top 10 hits in the U.S. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 42 – “Mike + The Mechanics” fir...

In 1983, keyboardist Tony Banks stepped out of his comfort zone to sing lead vocals on his second solo album, “The Fugitive.” Was this experiment a success? The Tabletop weighs in with the help of two special guests, writers (and longtime Genesis fans) Antony Johnston and Al Melchior. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 41 – “The Fugitive” first appeared on Tabletop Genesis .

Hearts around the Tabletop are going boom, boom, boom as the members dive deep into Peter Gabriel’s debut solo album. The 1977 release finds the former Genesis frontman exploring a variety of musical landscapes, from grandiose epics and straight up rock to blues/jazz and barbershop quartet. Excuse me?? The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 40 – “Peter Gabriel 1 (Car)” first appeared on Tabletop Genesi...

As 2020 becomes just another fading memory (thank God!), the Tabletop reflects on the past year, looks ahead to 2021, and shares news about exciting changes happening around the table. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 39 – “The Fading Lights of 2020″ first appeared on Tabletop Genesis .

Holy Mother of God! Though many thought Peter Gabriel’s departure in 1975 signaled the end of Genesis, the remaining members—with drummer Phil Collins taking on lead vocals—proved them wrong with 1976’s “A Trick of the Tail,” their biggest selling album up to that point. The Tabletop discusses this pivotal album, which has aged a lot […] The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 38 – “A Trick of the Tail”...

As a founding member of Genesis, Anthony Phillips was considered to be the driving force in the early days, and his departure almost ended the band. He has since created a wealth of solo material, and in this episode the Tabletop discusses his 1978 sophomore effort, “Wise After The Event.” The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 37 – “Wise After The Event” first appeared on Tabletop Genesis .