All tracks of the album Archive Collection Volume I, which is included in the 5CD set and extended by some tracks, are discussed individually in this article.
The first part of the Anthony Phillips Recording Compendium deals with his musical beginnings up to the making of the albums The Geese And The Ghost and Private Parts & Pieces.
In the course of his career, Anthony Phillips has made an ever greater name for himself in the genre of library music. His works in this métier are relatively confusing and Steffen Gerlach has also tried to put them in order.
Anthony Phillips has produced a rather confusing musical output since leaving Genesis. The Compendium is an attempt to sort out these recordings. This introduction gives an overview of the structure of the compendium.
The basic details about the project and especially the release of the album can be found here. We also give you details about how to order the CD. We also have a special birthday greeting from Peter Gabriel.
14 Anthony Phillips classics, reworked by 14 musicians from all over Germany in a virtual alliance called The Ant Band, plus special guest Steve Hackett. A Light on the Hill is not only a tribute to Anthony Phillips’ complete musical oeuvre, but also a gift for his 70th birthday on 23 December 2021.
What are the reasons for the track selection of the album A Light On The Hill? Why were they chosen? Find out background info and details about instrumentation here.
The idea of an Anthony Phillips tribute album has been around before, yet The Ant Band’s album is exceptional. Thomas Jesse has taken a closer look for his review.