Peter Gabriel
19 records available
Peter Gabriel
With his solo albums from 1977 onwards, the perception of progressive pop music changed as synthesisers, drum machines and world music elements became an integral part of his sound. After leaving Genesis, he shaped the British music scene of the 1980s with experimental productions. Collaborations with producers such as Daniel Lanois and the use of the Fairlight CMI gained international recognition.
Peter Gabriel – Sound & Production Style
In the 1980s, Gabriel focused on a combination of rock, electronic sounds and African rhythms. His production is typically dense, with guitars, bass and synthesisers complemented by looped percussion and unusual instrumentation. Working with Daniel Lanois and Hugh Padgham, especially on the albums “Security” and “So”, resulted in complex arrangements and innovative studio sound. Many recordings were released under the Real World label, which became known for cross-genre productions.
Peter Gabriel on vinyl – the key releases
The maxi single That Voice Again (12'' Vinyl Maxi) is exemplary of the elaborate remixes and extended versions that play a role in his work. With Shock The Monkey (7'' Vinyl) one of his early solo hits is available, known for its experimental sound and distinctive synthesisers. The single No self control (7'' Vinyl) documents the phase in which Gabriel increasingly relied on electronic sounds.
For listeners interested in the development of electronically influenced pop music of the 1980s, these releases offer an insight into the production aesthetic changes of that era.
- Genre: Art Rock, Pop, electronic music
- Origin: United Kingdom
- Active: since the mid-1970s
- Notable: Collaboration with Daniel Lanois and Hugh Padgham, early use of Fairlight CMI
