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Limited 180gm vinyl LP pressing. Duke saw Genesis start, somewhat unwillingly, to shed their progressive rock mantle. Partly this was a response to the radically changing musical scene, partly a result of Phil Collins's new-found influence within the band as a songwriter, and partly it was a logical direction if they were to capitalize upon the success of InchFollow You Follow MeInch from 1978's And Then There Were Three. Recorded at Abba's Polar Studios in Stockholm, Duke showcased a more commercial sound, brisker arrangements, and more down-to-earth lyrics. Though Tony Banks was still responsible for the majority of the songwriting, turning in the classic InchDuchessInch and InchHeathaze,Inch the album also contains Collins's first two solo compositions, including InchMisunderstanding,Inch a template for the songs of his forthcoming solo career. In contrast to the relatively muddy-sounding And Then There Were Three, Duke is clear and sharp, with Collins's increasingly arena-friendly drum sound showcased in the mix. Album Tracks 1. InchBehind the LinesInch Tony Banks, Phil Collins, Mike Rutherford 5 31 2. InchDuchessInch Banks, Collins, Rutherford 6 40 3. InchGuide VocalInch Banks 1 18 4. InchMan of Our TimesInch Rutherford 5 35 5. InchMisunderstandingInch Collins 3 11 6. InchHeathazeInch Banks 5 00 1. InchTurn It On AgainInch Banks, Collins, Rutherford 3 50 2. InchAlone TonightInch Rutherford 3 54 3. InchCul-de-sacInch Banks 5 02 4. InchPlease Don't AskInch Collins 4 00 5. InchDuke's TravelsInch Banks, Collins, Rutherford 8 41 6. InchDuke's EndInch
