An interesting theory. Let's hope you're right. Will D'Virgilio
be able to do justice to the old Spock's tunes the way Collins did for
Genesis?
>
>Here's an odd little theory. With Neal Morse's departure and Nick
>D'Virgilio's impending promotion to lead vocals, I was struck with a
>comparison of sorts with Genesis. After a double concept album (Lamb),
>Gabriel (thought to be the band's core) left abruptly. Phil Collins who did
>a few lead vocals obviously took over. Very similiar.
>
It was my understanding that Genesis interviewed a bunch of other
vocalists before realizing that Collins did a better job than any of them.
>Now, it would be very funny if the Beard had a similar increase in
>popularity now much like Genesis did. Although hopefully they steer clear
>of the pop crap Genesis evenutally churned out (Invisible Touch and We Can't
>Dance). If the Beard can manage an album like say Trick of the Tail, I
>would be quite happy.
>
Genesis went from a mostly darker style of lyrics to a lighter
one as time went by. Perhaps Spocks will go from a mostly lighter lyrical
style to a darker one. :)
Steve
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