Ripples & A Trick of the Tail

Look Into the Pool: In this episode of Mild Mannered Supermen, we dive into “Ripples,” one of the most beautiful and transformative songs from Genesis's 1976 album A Trick of the Tail. We explore how this track captures a band in transition — moving from the intricate progressive rock of the Peter Gabriel era toward a more melodic, accessible sound that would define Genesis in the years ahead. Jake (professional musician and co-host) makes the case that “Ripples” is a turning point, where the band begins to fully embrace emotional storytelling and pop sensibility without losing their musical depth. We also take a look at the early 1976 “A Trick of the Tail” promotional video — a fascinating piece of pre-MTV history — and discuss how Genesis was already experimenting with visual storytelling long before music television took over. From Tony Banks's sweeping keyboards and Steve Hackett's delicate guitar work to Phil Collins's heartfelt vocal delivery, “Ripples” remains one of the most enduring and emotionally resonant songs in the Genesis catalog. Join Mild Mannered Supermen as we unpack the beauty, the evolution, and the lasting impact of “Ripples.” #Genesis #Ripples #ATrickOfTheTail #PhilCollins #SteveHackett #TonyBanks #ProgRock #ProgressiveRock #ClassicRock #GenesisPodcast #MildManneredSupermen #70sRock #MusicHistory #GenesisEvolution #PreMTV