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Tabletop Genesis
by Tabletop Genesis
Welcome to Tabletop Genesis, where you will know what it means to be a lamb lying down beyond the silver rainbow while Duke dances on a volcano. Actually it's just a few friends sitting around a table talking about their favorite band Genesis, but it promises to be as equally silly and surreal. Join your hosts Simon Godfrey, Stacy Godfrey, Mike Lord, Eli Noetinger, and Tom Roche as they wax poetic on everything Genesis - from the songs to the tours to the evolution of Mike Rutherford's facial hair.
Episodes
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 91 – “Face the Wall”
It’s a double dose of faces! First, the Tabletop discusses “Face the Wall,” Peter Gabriel’s tenth track from the upcoming album o\i, to be released November 27. Then, it’s about Face Value as Tabletopper Mike shares stories from the recent Atmos Listening Experience in London featuring “Phil...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 90 – A Conversation with Tony Banks
It’s “Strictly Tony” on this episode when Genesis co-founder Tony Banks joins the Tabletop to chat about 1995’s Strictly Inc., his other solo projects, some Genesis memories, and more! (Watch the interview on YouTube) The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 90 – A Conversation with Tony Banks first...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 89 – “Strictly Inc.” with Tony Banks
The Tabletoppers (along with former co-host Stacy Godfrey), dive into Strictly Inc., the 1995 collaboration between Tony Banks and Wang Chung’s Jack Hues, with Tony himself offering insight to the “genesis” of the project, the background behind each track, and more! The post Tabletop Genesis...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 88 – “Looking for the Happy”
For those looking for a happy, upbeat track from o\i, the search is over! “Looking for the Happy,” Peter Gabriel’s ninth release from his upcoming album, has the Tabletoppers tapping the, well, table! Plus, they discuss the ten songs Phil Collins recently said were the soundtrack to his life…
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 87 – “One by One”
This year, Peter Gabriel has been releasing tracks from o\i one by one, and the latest is literally “One by One!” The Tabletoppers discuss the longest track of the bunch so far before diving into the upcoming reissues of From Genesis to Revelation and Face Value. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 86 – “I Belong to the Sky”
The first half of 2026 ended with a Strawberry Moon and the latest release from Peter Gabriel, “I Belong to the Sky.” The Tabletop discuss, and then test their wits against Rolling Stone’s “World’s Hardest Phil Collins Trivia Quiz”! The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 86 – “I Belong to the Sky”…
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 85 – A Conversation with Steve Hackett
Steve Hackett takes a little trip back with the Tabletop to the days of recording his third album, Spectral Mornings, shares his thoughts on 5.1 remixes, gives an update on his latest album, and more! To watch this interview, go to our YouTube channel. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 85 – A...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 84 – “Spectral Mornings” with Steve Hackett
Steve Hackett’s third solo album was his first to feature his touring band and spawned several concert staples, like “Every Day,” “Clocks,” and the title track. The Tabletoppers discuss with friend-of-the-podcast and author David Priess, and hear from Steve himself as he recalls the story behind...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 83 – “A Hard Lesson”
The second full moon of May brought us another new track from Peter Gabriel, “A Hard Lesson.” The Tabletop discuss (spoiler alert: two thumbs up!), and comment on a recent BBC Breakfast interview with Phil Collins. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 83 – “A Hard Lesson” first appeared on Tabletop...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 82 – “Won’t Stand Down”
The first of May’s TWO full moons brings with it “Won’t Stand Down,” Peter Gabriel’s fifth track from his forthcoming o\i album. Plus, the Tabletoppers congratulate Phil Collins on his upcoming induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, preview Anthony Phillips’ piano album Gemini, and touch on...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 81 – “Till Your Mind is Shining”
Peter Gabriel’s latest Full Moon release is the first of his tracks to be released while humans were actually headed toward the moon! Since the Artemis II crew may have been a tad busy at the time, the Tabletop takes the controls and weighs in on the fourth track from the upcoming o\i album. The...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 80 – “What Lies Ahead”
Peter Gabriel’s third full moon release of 2026, “What Lies Ahead,” sees a final version of the track that first sneaked into his set lists in 2012 and 2023. The Tabletop discuss! Plus, Phil Collins is nominated for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (finally!), Tony Banks speaks to the LA Times about...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 79 – “Put the Bucket Down”
The second full moon of 2026 brings with it the next release from Peter Gabriel, “Put the Bucket Down.” Will the Tabletoppers like it? Will they ever get the name right? Find out as they discuss this track from o\i, and opine on the BBC Eras podcast series spotlighting Phil Collins. The post...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 78 – “Been Undone”
Here we go again! Peter Gabriel is back (so soon!) with the forthcoming album, o\i, a follow-up to 2023’s i/o. As before, a new track will be released each month to coincide with the full moon. The Tabletoppers discuss the first release, “Been Undone.” The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 78 – “Been...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 77 – “The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway” Deluxe Box Set & Other Assorted Ramblings
The Tabletop dives into the long-awaited deluxe edition of “The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway” before discussing Steve Hackett’s latest tour, the Dolby surround mix of “No Jacket Required,” and more! The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 77 – “The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway” Deluxe Box Set & Other...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 76 – Conversation with Dave Kerzner
Musician, writer, and producer Dave Kerzner joins the Tabletop to discuss the origins of his latest project with his group Sonic Elements, It – A 50th Anniversary Celebration of The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 76 – Conversation with Dave Kerzner first appeared on...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 75 – “Phil Collins: Drummer First”
In December 2024, the YouTube Channel Drumeo released a new documentary, “Phil Collins: Drummer First.” The Tabletop shares their thoughts on the sit down interview, conducted by Phil’s son Nic. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 75 – “Phil Collins: Drummer First” first appeared on Tabletop Genesis.
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 74 – Orchestral Genesis with Adam Kromelow
Genesis Piano Project’s Adam Kromelow talks about how his performance of Genesis classics came together with the Gatineau Symphony Orchestra, and the Tabletop weigh in on the announcement of The Lamb boxset due in March 2025. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 74 – Orchestral Genesis with Adam...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 73 – “GTR” with Jonathan Mover
1986 may be remembered most for Invisible Touch and So, but Steve Hackett, along with Steve Howe, also enjoyed some time on the Billboard charts with their project, GTR. The Tabletop discusses this album by the supergroup, and gets the inside scoop from GTR drummer Jonathan Mover. The post…
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 72 – “The Geese & the Ghost” with Anthony Phillips
Genesis co-founder Anthony Phillips shares his memories with the Tabletop about recording his 1977 debut solo album, “The Geese & the Ghost.” Adam Kromelow from the Genesis Piano Project joins the discussion. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 72 – “The Geese & the Ghost” with Anthony Phillips…
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 71 – “The Circus and the Nightwhale”
The Tabletop dives right into the mouth of the nightwhale to review Steve Hackett’s 30th solo release, a semi-autobiographical concept album that many fans are calling his best work in years. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 71 – “The Circus and the Nightwhale” first appeared on Tabletop Genesis.
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 70 – “…But Seriously”
The “decade of Phil Collins” came to a close with the 1989 release of his fourth studio album, …But Seriously. The Tabletop tackles the more serious side of Phil, joined by Stacy Godfrey of the “No Words Music” podcast. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 70 – “…But Seriously” first appeared on...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 69 – i/o The Album
After an entire year of individual track reveals (and 21 years), Peter Gabriel’s i/o was finally released in December 2023. Was the song-a-month release strategy a satisfying experiment, or did it make the ultimate album release a bit anticlimactic? The Tabletop and returning guest David Priess...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 68 – “Live and Let Live”
The Tabletop discusses Peter Gabriel’s 12th and final Full Moon release of the year, “Live and Let Live,” and debates whether or not the character on the single’s artwork resembles a slubberdegullion on squeaky feet. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 68 – “Live and Let Live” first appeared on...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 67 – “And Still” & Steve Hackett’s Foxtrot at Fifty Tour
The Tabletop discusses Peter Gabriel’s love letter to his late mother, “And Still,” and reviews Steve Hackett’s recent tour celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of Foxtrot. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 67 – “And Still” & Steve Hackett’s Foxtrot at Fifty Tour first appeared on Tabletop Genesis.
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 66 – i/o The Tour
After 10 months of Full Moon releases, the Tabletop finally got to see Peter Gabriel perform these new tracks (as well as a few classics and two yet-to-be-released songs) on his i/o tour. Hear their review! The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 66 – i/o The Tour first appeared on Tabletop Genesis.
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 65 – “This Is Home” & The Genesis Museum Collectors Exhibit
The Tabletop discusses Peter Gabriel’s ninth Full Moon release, “This Is Home,” and then dives into the world of Genesis memorabilia, inspired by the new book, The Genesis Museum Collectors Exhibit. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 65 – “This Is Home” & The Genesis Museum Collectors Exhibit…
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 64 – “Love Can Heal”
The Tabletop discusses Peter Gabriel’s new/old track, “Love Can Heal.” Although it is his most recent Full Moon release, the haunting song was played live on his 2016 tour with Sting. Hear what the Tabletop thinks of the track, and the story behind Peter’s special dedication. The post Tabletop...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 63 – “Olive Tree” & i/o Track List
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. The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 63…
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 62 – “So Much” & A.I. 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.” The post Tabletop Genesis Episode 62 – “So…
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 61 – A Conversation with “Everything Phil Collins!”
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...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 60 – “Road to Joy” & “The Midnight Special”
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...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 59 – “Four Kinds of Horses”
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.
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 58 – “i/o” and Ghost’s “Jesus He Knows Me”
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.
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 57 – “Playing for Time”
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.
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 56 – “Acting Very Strange”
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...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 55 – “The Court” & Remixes
“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.
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 54 – “Hello, I Must Be Going!”
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.
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 53 – “Panopticom” & 2023 Preview
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.
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 52 – “Peter Gabriel (Security)”
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...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 51 – “Testify”
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...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 50 – “It’s Your Show: Listener Questions”
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.
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 49 – A Conversation with Jelisa Castrodale
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.
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 48 – Post-U.S. Tour Wrap Up
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....
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 47 – “Breaking the Band: 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...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 46 – “Genesis Piano Project”
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...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 45 – “The Last Domino?” Tour: Take Two
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...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 44 – “No Jacket Required”
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…
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 43 – “The Bataclan 1973 4K Restoration”
“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,...
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Tabletop Genesis Episode 42 – “Mike + The Mechanics”
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…
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Welcome to Tabletop Genesis, where you will know what it means to be a lamb lying down beyond the silver rainbow while Duke dances on a volcano. Actually it's just a few friends sitting around a table talking about their favorite band Genesis, but it promises to be as equally silly and surreal. Join your hosts Simon Godfrey, Stacy Godfrey, Mike Lord, Eli Noetinger, and Tom Roche as they wax poetic on everything Genesis - from the songs to the tours to the evolution of Mike Rutherford's facial hair.
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