Time for Lunch: In this episode of Mild Mannered Supermen, we take a deep dive into “I Know What I Like (In Your Wardrobe),” one of Genesis's most beloved and accessible songs from the 1973 album Selling England by the Pound. We explore how this quirky, character-driven track introduced many listeners to Genesis, blending progressive rock complexity with humor, pastoral English imagery, and Peter Gabriel's theatrical storytelling. From the story of Fred the lawnmower man to the song's surprisingly sharp social satire, we unpack what makes “I Know What I Like” such a defining moment in the band's career. The episode also looks at the song's musical construction, its success as Genesis's first UK hit single, and how it helped bridge the gap between the band's more experimental roots and a wider audience. Whether you're a longtime Genesis fan or discovering their early work for the first time, this episode offers insight into one of progressive rock's most charming and enduring songs. #Genesis #IKnowWhatILike #SellingEnglandByThePound #PeterGabriel #ProgRock #ProgressiveRock #ClassicRock #GenesisPodcast #MildManneredSupermen #70sRock #MusicHistory #ConceptAlbums

Paperlate! In this episode of Mild Mannered Supermen, we explore “Dancing with the Moonlit Knight,” the stunning opening track from Genesis's 1973 album Selling England by the Pound. We unpack the song's shifting movements, pastoral imagery, and biting social commentary, revealing how Peter Gabriel's lyrics reflect a Britain caught between fading tradition and modern commercialism. From the acoustic English folk opening to the thunderous Mellotron-driven finale, this track sets the tone for one of the most beloved albums in progressive rock history. Join us as we discuss the musical contributions of Tony Banks, Steve Hackett, Mike Rutherford, and Phil Collins, and explain why “Dancing with the Moonlit Knight” remains one of Genesis's most ambitious and politically charged compositions. If you love progressive rock, classic Genesis, or thoughtful music storytelling, this episode is the perfect place to begin. #Genesis #DancingWithTheMoonlitKnight #SellingEnglandByThePound #PeterGabriel #ProgRock #ProgressiveRock #ClassicRock #GenesisPodcast #MildManneredSupermen #MusicHistory #70sRock #ConceptAlbums

Hey Babe: In this epic episode of Mild Mannered Supermen, we take a deep dive into Genesis's 23-minute masterpiece, “Supper's Ready,” the defining progressive rock epic from the 1972 album Foxtrot. We break down each section of the suite—from “Lover's Leap” and “The Guaranteed Eternal Sanctuary Man” all the way to the explosive “Apocalypse in 9/8” and the triumphant finale “As Sure as Eggs Is Eggs.” Discover the symbolism, the mythology, the spiritual imagery, and the surreal humor embedded in Peter Gabriel's most ambitious narrative. We trace the musical evolution of each member—Tony Banks, Steve Hackett, Mike Rutherford, Phil Collins—and explain how “Supper's Ready” became the ultimate statement of early Genesis. If you love prog rock, concept storytelling, or simply want to understand why “Supper's Ready” is considered one of the greatest songs ever recorded, this episode is your guide. #Genesis #SuppersReady #Foxtrot #PeterGabriel #PhilCollins #TonyBanks #SteveHackett #MikeRutherford #ProgRock #ProgressiveRock #ClassicRock #MusicPodcast #MildManneredSupermen #GenesisAnalysis #MusicHistory #EpicSongs #1970sRock

TWO FOR ONE Episode! In this episode of Mild Mannered Supermen, we explore two often-overlooked gems from Genesis's 1972 masterpiece Foxtrot: “Time Table” and “Can-Utility and the Coastliners.” We break down the musical textures, lyrical themes, and historical inspirations behind these tracks — from the bittersweet reflection on fading chivalry in Time Table, to the sweeping retelling of King Canute's legend in Can-Utility and the Coastliners. Expect deep-dive analysis, rare context, and our signature storytelling approach as we reveal how these songs showcase early Genesis at their most poetic and ambitious. Whether you're a longtime fan or exploring the Gabriel-era catalog for the first time, this episode celebrates the beauty and brilliance hidden between Foxtrot's bigger epics. #Genesis #Foxtrot #TimeTable #CanUtilityAndTheCoastliners #PeterGabriel #PhilCollins #SteveHackett #TonyBanks #MikeRutherford #ProgRock #ProgressiveRock #ClassicRock #GenesisPodcast #MildManneredSupermen #MusicHistory #70sRock

️ PROG FANS UNITE! In this episode of Mild Mannered Supermen, we dive deep into “Get 'Em Out by Friday,” Genesis's razor-sharp blend of science fiction, social critique, and theatrical storytelling. This track from Foxtrot (1972) showcases Peter Gabriel at his most dramatic — switching characters, accents, and perspectives as the band paints a dystopian future shaped by corporate control and forced relocation. We break down the song's narrative, explore the real-world housing issues that inspired it, and highlight how Tony Banks's keyboards, Phil Collins's shifting rhythms, Steve Hackett's textures, and Mike Rutherford's bass lines turn the story into a full-blown prog rock miniature. Join us as we uncover the satire, the spectacle, and the surprising relevance of “Get 'Em Out by Friday.” #Genesis #GetEmOutByFriday #Foxtrot #PeterGabriel #PhilCollins #SteveHackett #TonyBanks #MikeRutherford #ProgressiveRock #ProgRock #ClassicRock #GenesisPodcast #MildManneredSupermen #MusicHistory #70sRock

In this episode of Mild Mannered Supermen, we gaze upward with “Watcher of the Skies,” the monumental opening track from Genesis's Foxtrot (1972). With its eerie Mellotron fanfare and apocalyptic vision, the song captures Genesis at their most cosmic — blending science fiction, existential wonder, and masterful musicianship. We explore how Peter Gabriel's lyrics imagine a lone being returning to a desolate Earth, how Tony Banks's haunting chords defined the sound of 70s progressive rock, and how Phil Collins and Steve Hackett helped transform an otherworldly idea into a thunderous live classic. Join Mild Mannered Supermen as we decode the mystery, the mood, and the might of Watcher of the Skies — a song that turned Genesis from storytellers into visionaries. #Genesis #WatcherOfTheSkies #Foxtrot #PeterGabriel #PhilCollins #SteveHackett #TonyBanks #MikeRutherford #ProgressiveRock #ProgRock #ClassicRock #MildManneredSupermen #GenesisPodcast #MusicHistory #70sRock #Mellotron

In this episode of Mild Mannered Supermen, we turn our attention to one of Genesis's most overlooked treasures — “Seven Stones” from Nursery Cryme (1971). Between the sprawling epics and wild theatrics of the album lies this haunting, reflective piece that reveals a deeper side of early Genesis. We explore the song's themes of fate, wisdom, and loss — a fable-like meditation on how small moments can change the course of life. With Tony Banks's majestic Mellotron, Peter Gabriel's storytelling restraint, and the band's dynamic interplay, Seven Stones stands as a quiet but profound moment in Genesis's early evolution. Join Mild Mannered Supermen as we uncover how this song captures the soul of what made early Genesis so timeless — poetic, unpredictable, and utterly human. #Genesis #PeterGabriel #TonyBanks #PhilCollins #MikeRutherford #SteveHackett #NurseryCryme #SevenStones #ProgressiveRock #ProgRock #ClassicRock #MildManneredSupermen #GenesisPodcast #MusicHistory #70sRock

In this episode of Mild Mannered Supermen, we unleash “The Return of the Giant Hogweed” — Genesis's wild, witty, and apocalyptic prog-rock epic from Nursery Cryme (1971). Inspired by a real-life invasive plant from Russia, this overgrown masterpiece blends absurd humor, ecological warning, and musical virtuosity into one of the band's most ambitious early works. We explore how Peter Gabriel's surreal storytelling and Tony Banks's furious keyboards helped Genesis evolve from pastoral beginnings into full-blown theatrical rock. From Steve Hackett's blistering guitar work to Phil Collins's precise drumming, The Return of the Giant Hogweed is both a cautionary tale and a showcase of a band discovering its power. Join Mild Mannered Supermen as we trace the roots of Genesis's strangest creation — a song that's equal parts satire, sci-fi, and symphonic brilliance. #Genesis #PeterGabriel #SteveHackett #PhilCollins #TonyBanks #MikeRutherford #NurseryCryme #ReturnOfTheGiantHogweed #ProgressiveRock #ProgRock #ClassicRock #MildManneredSupermen #GenesisPodcast #MusicHistory #70sRock

️In this episode of Mild Mannered Supermen, we descend into the myth and mystery of “The Fountain of Salmacis” — the epic closing track from Genesis's Nursery Cryme (1971). Drawing from Ovid's Metamorphoses, the song tells the haunting tale of Hermaphroditus and the nymph Salmacis, blending ancient mythology with the band's emerging progressive brilliance. We explore how The Fountain of Salmacis marks the first time the “classic” Genesis lineup — Peter Gabriel, Tony Banks, Steve Hackett, Mike Rutherford, and Phil Collins — truly found their voice. From Gabriel's theatrical delivery to Banks's towering Mellotron and organ textures, this song is the moment Genesis became Genesis. Join Mild Mannered Supermen as we dive into the story, the sound, and the strange beauty that still flows from this early Genesis masterpiece. #Genesis #PeterGabriel #SteveHackett #PhilCollins #TonyBanks #MikeRutherford #NurseryCryme #FountainOfSalmacis #ProgressiveRock #ProgRock #ClassicRock #MildManneredSupermen #GenesisPodcast #MusicHistory

Well stay in 1970 for one more from Trespass, Stagnation. Ever wonder how Tony Banks got that sound or what the lyrics mean? You're in the right place!

Let's go a little further back. This time to 1970s Trespass to focus on the heart pounding closing track, The Knife.

Welcome to our first episode. Me (a Genesis fan) and my brother (a professional musician) seek to share our love and enthusiasm for early Genesis classics. Today we focus on The Musical Box from 1971 Nursery Cryme.