I hate it when.....

[hockeytownfan]

Do you like Phil Collins? I've been a big Genesis fan ever since the release of their 1980 album, Duke. Before that, I really didn't understand any of their work. Too artsy, too intellectual. It was on Duke where Phil Collins' presence became more apparent. I think Invisible Touch was the group's undisputed masterpiece. It's an epic meditation on intangibility. At the same time, it deepens and enriches the meaning of the preceding three albums. Listen to the brilliant ensemble playing of Banks, Collins and Rutherford. You can practically hear every nuance of every instrument. In terms of lyrical craftsmanship, the sheer songwriting, this album hits a new peak of professionalism. Take the lyrics to Land of Confusion. In this song, Phil Collins addresses the problems of abusive political authority. In Too Deep is the most moving pop song of the 1980s, about monogamy and commitment. The song is extremely uplifting. Their lyrics are as positive and affirmative as anything I've heard in rock. Phil Collins' solo career seems to be more commercial and therefore more satisfying, in a narrower way. Especially songs like In the Air Tonight and Against All Odds. But I also think Phil Collins works best within the confines of the group, than as a solo artist, and I stress the word artist. This is Sussudio, a great, great song, a personal favorite.

Oh noes! Long live Prog Rock Genesis and Peter Gabriel.

[TXguy33]

this isn't a lil wayne/eminem debate thread.....it's an I hate......thread.

I hate rap.

Went to a Brad Paisley and Blake Shelton concert about a month ago, though. Real music!

[Andrew_S]

I hate it when they get away. Never tie the knots tight enough. There's always the next time...always a next time.

[simonniklaus]

I hate it when I want to go to bed but still have to get in 1000 calories somehow.