Genesis - The Return of the Giant Hogweed (Live) (Le Bataclan, Paris 1973)

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Genesis – The Return of the Giant Hogweed (Live at Le Bataclan, 1973) | Rare Progressive Rock Performance

Experience a legendary live performance from the early days of Genesis, one of the most influential progressive rock bands of the 1970s. This rare footage captures "The Return of the Giant Hogweed", performed live at Le Bataclan in Paris, 1973 during the Peter Gabriel era, when Genesis’s theatrical stage presence and complex compositions helped define the genre.

“The Return of the Giant Hogweed” is a track from Genesis’s groundbreaking 1971 album Nursery Cryme. With its vivid storytelling, dramatic instrumentation, and shifting time signatures, the song stands as a quintessential example of early progressive rock and the band's unique blend of classical, rock, and fantasy elements.

Formed in the late 1960s, Genesis rose to prominence in the 1970s with their elaborate live shows and innovative albums. Fronted by Peter Gabriel during this era, the lineup also included Tony Banks, Mike Rutherford, Steve Hackett, and Phil Collins on drums. Their influence on rock music is immeasurable, inspiring countless artists in the prog and art rock scenes.

This live rendition is a must-watch for fans of classic rock, progressive rock, and 70s music history. It showcases Genesis at a time when they were pushing musical boundaries and creating timeless art.

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