For the first of two August full moons, Peter Gabriel has released the most upbeat track from i/o (if not of all his work), “Olive Tree.” The Tabletop barks up that tree with their review, and discusses the recently revealed track list for the upcoming album.

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/olive-tree-cover.jpeg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>For the first of two August full moons, Peter Gabriel has released the most upbeat track from i/o (if not of all his work), “Olive Tree.” The Tabletop barks up that tree with their review, and discusses the recently revealed track list for the upcoming album.

Tabletop Genesis Episode 63 – “Olive Tree” & i/o Track List

Phil Collins

Peter Gabriel describes his seventh Full Moon release, “So Much,” as a track that has been called his best by some, while others do not like it at all. The Tabletop shares their view, and then listens to the “Phil Collins” version of “Not About Us.”

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/PeterGabriel_So-Much_3000pxlsquare-734x734-1.jpeg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Peter Gabriel describes his seventh Full Moon release, “So Much,” as a track that has been called his best by some, while others do not like it at all. The Tabletop shares their view, and then listens to the “Phil Collins” version of “Not About Us.”

Tabletop Genesis Episode 62 – “So Much” & A.I. Phil Collins

Tabletoppers Mike &amp; 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.

Tabletoppers Mike &amp; Tom are guests on the YouTube channel “<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@EverythingPhilCollins" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Everything Phil Collins!</a>” 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.

Tabletop Genesis Episode 61 – A Conversation with “Everything Phil Collins!”

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.

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/road-to-joy-MS-fb-300.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>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.

Tabletop Genesis Episode 60 – “Road to Joy” & “The Midnight Special”

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!

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/pg-4-kinds-horses-300.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>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!

Tabletop Genesis Episode 59 – “Four Kinds of Horses”

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.”

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/gabriel-i-o-300.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>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.”

Tabletop Genesis Episode 58 – “i/o” and Ghost’s “Jesus He Knows Me”

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.

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/PeterGabriel_PlayingForTime_3000square-734x734-1.jpeg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Peter Gabriel’s third Full Moon release from i/o, “Playing for Time,” features the piano prominently, so the Tabletop enlists <a href="https://adamkromelow.com/genesis-piano-project" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Genesis Piano Project</a>’s Adam Kromelow to help them break it down.

Tabletop Genesis Episode 57 – “Playing for Time”

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.

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/AVS-FB-700-copy.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>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 (<a href="https://www.facebook.com/tribeofnames/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Tribe of Names</a>) and Rutherford aficionado Katherine Stratton join Mike and Tom for a lively discussion about this infamous record.

Tabletop Genesis Episode 56 – “Acting Very Strange”

“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.

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/PeterGabriel-TheCourt-300.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>“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.

Tabletop Genesis Episode 55 – “The Court” & Remixes

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!”

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Hello_i_must_be_going.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>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!”

Tabletop Genesis Episode 54 – “Hello, I Must Be Going!”

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The Tabletop descends upon Manhattan as they follow Rael on his epic journey as told in the 1974 concept album, “The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway.” This episode covers sides one and two of the Genesis masterpiece, which would prove to be Peter Gabriel’s last with the band.

The Tabletop descends upon Manhattan as they follow Rael on his epic journey as told in the 1974 concept album, “The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway.” This episode covers sides one and two of the Genesis masterpiece, which would prove to be Peter Gabriel’s last with the band.

Tabletop Genesis Episode 33 – “The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway Part 1”

Take a little trip back with the Tabletop as they embark on the musical journey that is 1973’s Selling England by the Pound. Wimpy dreams, undinal songs, and east-end protection rights are explored in depth, and Steve Hackett shares his track-by-track memories of this iconic Genesis album.

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/selling-england.jpeg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Take a little trip back with the Tabletop as they embark on the musical journey that is 1973’s Selling England by the Pound. Wimpy dreams, undinal songs, and east-end protection rights are explored in depth, and Steve Hackett shares his track-by-track memories of this iconic Genesis album.

Tabletop Genesis Episode 25 – “Selling England by the Pound”

Strap on your batwings and flower masks as the members of Tabletop Genesis discuss the band’s 1972 classic, Foxtrot. The expanded podcast covers everything from alien visitors and carved oak tables to restrictions on humanoid height – PLUS, almost an hour devoted to the magnum opus, “Supper’s Ready.”

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/Foxtrot72.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Strap on your batwings and flower masks as the members of Tabletop Genesis discuss the band’s 1972 classic, Foxtrot. The expanded podcast covers everything from alien visitors and carved oak tables to restrictions on humanoid height – PLUS, almost an hour devoted to the magnum opus, “Supper’s Ready.”

Tabletop Genesis Episode 10 – “Foxtrot”

There’s an extra chair around the Tabletop as Peter Jones of Tiger Moth Tales joins the group to go behind the lines of Genesis’ 1980 masterpiece, “Duke.” Check out Peter’s version of Guide Vocal (and more): https://youtu.be/nUm8x7YPTBQ

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Duke.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>There’s an extra chair around the Tabletop as Peter Jones of <a href="http://www.tigermothtales.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tiger Moth Tales</a> joins the group to go behind the lines of Genesis’ 1980 masterpiece, “Duke.” Check out Peter’s version of Guide Vocal (and more): <a href="https://youtu.be/nUm8x7YPTBQ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/nUm8x7YPTBQ</a>

Tabletop Genesis Episode 17 – “Duke”

Genesis’ 1983 self-titled album is also known as “Shapes” and “The Mama Album” … but “The Piano Album?” One Tabletop Genesis member makes his case, and the group gets in touch with the “other world” as they tackle everything from silver rainbows to faux-Mexican accents.

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/Shapes.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Genesis’ 1983 self-titled album is also known as “Shapes” and “The Mama Album” … but “The Piano Album?” One Tabletop Genesis member makes his case, and the group gets in touch with the “other world” as they tackle everything from silver rainbows to faux-Mexican accents.

Tabletop Genesis Ep 03 – “Genesis”

“Like the story that we wish was never ending, we know sometime we must reach that final page …” Phil Collins’ last studio album with Genesis, 1991’s “We Can’t Dance,” is discussed by the members of the Tabletop, as they try to keep a jovial mood amid such topics as abusive fathers, shady TV preachers, the hazards of railway construction, and worst of all – the inability to dance.

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/wcd.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>“Like the story that we wish was never ending, we know sometime we must reach that final page …” Phil Collins’ last studio album with Genesis, 1991’s “We Can’t Dance,” is discussed by the members of the Tabletop, as they try to keep a jovial mood amid such topics as abusive fathers, shady TV preachers, the hazards of railway construction, and worst of all – the inability to dance.

Tabletop Genesis Episode 15 – “We Can’t Dance”

Tony Banks

Called the “only irreplaceable member of Genesis” by manager Tony Smith, founding member Tony Banks has created countless chord sequences that have made up the soundtrack to the lives of Genesis fans everywhere. In our interview with the legend, Tony looks back on Genesis, his solo projects, and his most recent work in the orchestral music world.

Called the “only irreplaceable member of Genesis” by manager Tony Smith, founding member Tony Banks has created countless chord sequences that have made up the soundtrack to the lives of Genesis fans everywhere. In our interview with the legend, Tony looks back on Genesis, his solo projects, and his most recent work in the orchestral music world.

Tabletop Genesis Episode 27 – “Interview with Tony Banks”

And then there were two: Mike Rutherford and Tony Banks faced some uncertain weather when they set out to prove there was Genesis after Phil Collins with 1997’s “Calling All Stations.” Did the addition of Ray Wilson on vocals satisfy fans, or did the whole endeavor leave them feeling … shipwrecked? The members of the tabletop discuss!

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Genesis-Calling-All-Stations.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>And then there were two: Mike Rutherford and Tony Banks faced some uncertain weather when they set out to prove there was Genesis after Phil Collins with 1997’s “Calling All Stations.” Did the addition of Ray Wilson on vocals satisfy fans, or did the whole endeavor leave them feeling … shipwrecked? The members of the tabletop discuss!

Tabletop Genesis Episode 23 – “Calling All Stations”

Laughter, music (and perfume!) linger ’round the tabletop as the members dive deep in the motherlode that is 1978’s “… And Then There Were Three …” The lively discussion touches on Steve Hackett’s departure from the group and the “genesis” of the three-piece unit, while exploring everything from snowmen and all-star Indian tribes to pretty mamas and maidens fair.

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Genesis_-_And_Then_There_Were_Three.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Laughter, music (and perfume!) linger ’round the tabletop as the members dive deep in the motherlode that is 1978’s “… And Then There Were Three …” The lively discussion touches on <a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/tabletop-genesis-episode-11-steve-hackett-interview/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Steve Hackett’s</a> departure from the group and the “genesis” of the three-piece unit, while exploring everything from snowmen and all-star Indian tribes to pretty mamas and maidens fair.

Tabletop Genesis Episode 12 – “… And Then There Were Three … “

In Part One of their discussion of 1974’s “The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway,” the Tabletop joined Rael as his journey took him from the streets of Manhattan to a chamber of 32 doors. In this episode, the group explores sides three and four of the epic concept album; will Rael ultimately flee to safety … or stay behind to help his brother John? Spoiler alert: “Hey John!”

In <a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/tabletop-genesis-episode-33-the-lamb-lies-down-on-broadway-part-1/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Part One</a> of their discussion of 1974’s “The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway,” the Tabletop joined Rael as his journey took him from the streets of Manhattan to a chamber of 32 doors. In this episode, the group explores sides three and four of the epic concept album; will Rael ultimately flee to safety … or stay behind to help his brother John? Spoiler alert: “Hey John!”

Tabletop Genesis Episode 34 – “The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway Part 2”

Richard Macphail

In part two of our interview with Richard Macphail, the former Genesis road manager shares more stories from his time with the band and reveals his favorite tracks from each of their albums.

In part two of our interview with Richard Macphail, the former Genesis road manager shares more stories from his time with the band and reveals his favorite tracks from each of their albums.

Tabletop Genesis Episode 32 – “Richard Macphail Interview Part 2”

The Tabletop members have their air drums ready as they tackle Phil Collins’ debut solo album, “Face Value,” and one of the most iconic drum fills in history. Plus, there’s not a dry eye around the table as the group delves into the melancholy world that is the Phil Collins love song.

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/FaceValue.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>The Tabletop members have their air drums ready as they tackle Phil Collins’ debut solo album, “Face Value,” and one of the most iconic drum fills in history. Plus, there’s not a dry eye around the table as the group delves into the melancholy world that is the Phil Collins love song.

Tabletop Genesis Episode 13 – “Face Value”

From the “how much more black could it be?” cover of From Genesis to Revelation to the ectoplasmic font of Calling All Stations, the members of the Tabletop put their spin on the album artwork of Genesis. Plus, we’re counting down the Top 10 Genesis Album Covers as chosen by you, the listeners! [Note: the giveaway mentioned in the episode has now ended]

From the “how much more black could it be?” cover of From Genesis to Revelation to the ectoplasmic font of Calling All Stations, the members of the Tabletop put their spin on the album artwork of Genesis. Plus, we’re counting down the Top 10 Genesis Album Covers as chosen by you, the listeners! [Note: the giveaway mentioned in the episode has now ended]

Tabletop Genesis Episode 19 – “The Album Covers”

If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, then fewer bands could be more flattered than Genesis, given the myriad of tribute bands and recreation projects that pay homage to their music. The Tabletop shares its take on this aspect of Genesis culture, and interview members of four diverse tribute acts; Adam Kromelow from the Genesis Piano Project; Heliopolis keyboardist Matt Brown from Los Angeles-based Cinema Show and Gabble Ratchet; Mike Morton and Howard Boder from England’s The Book of Genesis; and Joe Trainor from the Keep It Dark project.

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/TributeBands.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, then fewer bands could be more flattered than Genesis, given the myriad of tribute bands and recreation projects that pay homage to their music. The Tabletop shares its take on this aspect of Genesis culture, and interview members of four diverse tribute acts; Adam Kromelow from the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/GenesisPianoProject" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Genesis Piano Project</a>; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/HeliopolisLAProg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Heliopolis</a> keyboardist Matt Brown from Los Angeles-based Cinema Show and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Genesis-Tribute-Gabble-Ratchet-268111226722120" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Gabble Ratchet</a>; Mike Morton and Howard Boder from England’s <a href="http://www.thebookofgenesis.co.uk/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Book of Genesis</a>; and Joe Trainor from the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/genesiskeepitdark" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Keep It Dark</a> project.

Tabletop Genesis Episode 14 – Tribute Bands

Jerry Marotta

Drummer Jerry Marotta joins the Tabletop for a lively discussion about everything from his work with Peter Gabriel, to how the dreaded “Disco Duck” stood in his way of #1! Plus, find out how you can catch him performing classic Gabriel (and Genesis!) tunes on the latest Security Project tour.

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Jerry.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Drummer Jerry Marotta joins the Tabletop for a lively discussion about everything from his work with Peter Gabriel, to how the dreaded “Disco Duck” stood in his way of #1! Plus, find out how you can catch him performing classic Gabriel (and Genesis!) tunes on the latest <a href="http://securityprojectband.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Security Project</a> tour.

Tabletop Genesis Episode 24 – “Interview with Jerry Marotta”

In this bonus “mini” podcast, the members of Tabletop Genesis put on their sunglasses and crank up the boom box as they reflect on the Mama Tour Video and the integral part it played in their fandom.

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/MamaTourDVD1.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>In this bonus “mini” podcast, the members of Tabletop Genesis put on their sunglasses and crank up the boom box as they reflect on the Mama Tour Video and the integral part it played in their fandom.

Tabletop Genesis Ep 04 – The Mama Tour Video

Steve Hackett

Genesis and solo legend Steve Hackett sits down with members of the Tabletop to discuss his latest work, Wolflight, how he chose songs for his most recent career-spanning tour, the history behind a Genesis fan-favorite tune, and more!

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/TabletopWithSteve.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Genesis and solo legend <a href="http://www.hackettsongs.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Steve Hackett</a> sits down with members of the Tabletop to discuss his latest work, Wolflight, how he chose songs for his most recent career-spanning tour, the history behind a Genesis fan-favorite tune, and more!

Tabletop Genesis Episode 11 – Steve Hackett Interview

At the end of the day, sit back, pour yourself a cup of moonshine, and enjoy the Tabletop’s take on Mike Rutherford’s first solo outing, 1980’s “Smallcreep’s Day.”

At the end of the day, sit back, pour yourself a cup of moonshine, and enjoy the Tabletop’s take on Mike Rutherford’s first solo outing, 1980’s “Smallcreep’s Day.”

Tabletop Genesis Episode 20 – “Smallcreep’s Day”

The tarot cards have been spread out and the reading predicts an episode dedicated to the first solo album by a Genesis member: Steve Hackett’s 1975 debut effort, “Voyage of the Acolyte.” Is this the “lost Genesis album” as some have claimed? The Tabletop weighs in …

<a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/Steve-Hackett-Voyage-of-the-Acolyte.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>The tarot cards have been spread out and the reading predicts an episode dedicated to the first solo album by a Genesis member: <a href="http://tabletopgenesis.com/tabletop-genesis-episode-11-steve-hackett-interview/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Steve Hackett</a>’s 1975 debut effort, “Voyage of the Acolyte.” Is this the “lost Genesis album” as some have claimed? The Tabletop weighs in …

Tabletop Genesis Episode 16 – “Voyage of the Acolyte”

A very special Tabletop Genesis episode, where your erstwhile host, Mike Lord, reflects on his attendance at the 2019 Phil Collins and Steve Hackett shows. Plus, he takes questions from the teeming masses on Twitter! What could be better?

A very special Tabletop Genesis episode, where your erstwhile host, Mike Lord, reflects on his attendance at the 2019 Phil Collins and Steve Hackett shows. Plus, he takes questions from the teeming masses on Twitter! What could be better?

Tabletop Genesis Episode 35 – “The 2019 Tours of Phil Collins and Steve Hackett”

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