The Light Dies Down On Broadway (track) by Genesis

The Light Dies Down On Broadway by Genesis
Year: 1974
From the album The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway (track #20)
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From 07/23/2020 02:20
Essentially the album's recap tune, and a good one at that. It borrows elements from and improves upon both Ravine (more focused on the keyboard) and The Lamia (quicker tempo and more fleshed-out rhythm section). Of course, it most heavily draws upon the title track, and while it's not nearly as bombastic or fulfilling, it does it justice. Considering how the track is about Rael choosing to rescue John from the rapids over returning home to New York, I think the mellower, darker feel is quite suitable. As a retread tune, it's certainly worthy of its place on the album.
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From 03/06/2017 07:27
I've always liked this song since first hearing the album 20 years ago, but then it kept growing on me to eventually become on of my favorite tracks on what's become my favorite album. Not only does it draw upon the opening track, it also seems to contain elements of The Lamia, my other current favorite.
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From 01/05/2012 21:32
This is the more dramatic, slow, complimentary buildup bookend to the opening title track. It's a last gasp of tragedy for brother John crying for help.
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