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Shaking the Tree: 16 Golden Greats [Original recording remastered]

Peter GabrielAudio CD
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (77 customer reviews)


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Peter Gabriel has earned a worldwide reputation for his innovative work as a songwriter, performer, video maker and world music evangelist. He has also had a long association with human rights campaigns for Amnesty International and set up the human rights organization Witness.org, focusing on video and new technology. He is passionate about the potential for mobile phones and new technology ... Read more in Amazon's Peter Gabriel Store

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Product Details

  • Audio CD (May 7, 2002)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Format: Original recording remastered
  • Label: Geffen Records
  • ASIN: B000065V9S
  • Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  MP3 Music
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (77 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #112,497 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

1. Solsbury Hill
2. I Don't Remember
3. Sledgehammer
4. Family Snapshot
5. Mercy Street
6. Shaking The Tree
7. Don't Give Up
8. San Jacinto
9. Here Comes The Flood
10. Red Rain
11. Games Without Frontiers
12. Shock The Monkey
13. I Have The Touch
14. Big Time
15. Zaar
16. Biko

Editorial Reviews

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Peter Gabriel has never been one to stand on tradition. The former Genesis singer bends and hammers fashionable pop forms to his liking (à la his massive MTV-fueled hit "Sledgehammer") or uses the obligatory soundtrack assignment to explore the world music that has been his obsession for decades (as in "Zaar" from Passion). This 16-track anthology explores the width--and, crucially, depth--of Gabriel's rich post-Genesis music, from the post-prog obliquities of "Solsbury Hill" and "Here Comes the Flood" to the African musical and political concerns of the title track (available only on this collection) and the epic "Biko." But what makes the compilation even more compelling is the way it eschews the chronology of its decade-plus body of music, instead weaving and segueing Gabriel's music into a tapestry of compelling mood and color. It's a rewarding listening experience for fan and novice alike. --Jerry McCulley

Product Description

2002 remastering of classic 'best of' collection. Slight scuff on disc will not affect play.

Customer Reviews

A must in the Peter Gabriel collection. rafael castro  |  12 reviewers made a similar statement
This is one of a very few best of compilations ever that stands out as a great work of art on it's own. Frederick Baptist  |  11 reviewers made a similar statement
Point is - these songs are from the same studio album as "In Your Eyes" (_So_) and are just as good. Kevin Caffrey  |  6 reviewers made a similar statement
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162 of 175 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars This album is a satisfactory. October 27, 1999
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Format:Audio CD
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This album was a pretty good compilation of the songs written by Peter Gabriel. There are a few things that bug me about it. There are also a few things I like about it.

I own all of Peter Gabriel's albums, so I know every song of his. When you listen to this album after hearing his songs on the actual album, you will hate it. For the reason is, they butchered almost every song on there. Five songs (Sledgehammer, Mercy Street, Don't Give Up, Games Without Frontiers, Shock The Monkey) had parts in them cut out. It was too evident. The new Genesis album, "Turn It On Again: The Hits," also a greatest hits album, has a few cut-outs, but not to insanity.

Also, where the hell is the song "In Your Eyes." That song is one of his biggest hits, and yet, it is not on his greatest hits album. What the hell is the matter with the Geffen company.

Not everything about this album is bad, however. I love how the new versions of "Shaking The Tree," "Here Comes The Flood," and one of the remixes for "I Have The Touch."

If they had made this album a double CD album, it would be a lot better. First, they wouldn't have to cut everything out. Second, they could fit more songs and remixes. And, third, double albums attract more customers. What us Peter Gabriel fans look for is a double album. We hope for his new album, "Up", to be a double album.

If you do not have any Peter Gabriel albums and are looking for an album filled with hits and hits only, this is the album for you. Otherwise, if you are a huge Peter Gabriel fan and have most or all of his albums, I strongly suggest to stay away from this. Buying this album causes paragraph-long complaints like this one!

- Adam

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38 of 39 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars For the passing fan, get 'Hit' instead November 5, 2003
Format:Audio CD
With the release of the double-CD, 'Hit' (2003), the 16 golden greats has been superceded as THE BEST collection for the passing or casual fan for two reasons:
(1) 'Hit' has 12 tracks that came out in the 1990s and beyond (after 'Shaking the Tree' (1990)), and even the passing fan would be remiss by passing up tunes like "Digging in the Dirt" and "I Grieve".
(2) As for earlier material from the 1970s and 1980s, one of PG's biggest hits - "In Your Eyes" - is included on 'Hit' (U.S. version), but is conspicuosly absent from 'Shaking the Tree'. ('Shaking the Tree' does have four other lesser-known tracks not included on 'Hit', the title track, "Mercy Street" from 'So' (1986), "I Have the Touch" from 'Security' (1982), and "Zaar" from the 'Passion' soundtrack (1989). )

At this point in time (2003), 'Shaking the Tree' is a collectible for die-hard PG fans only because: (1) the studio version of the title track featured only on this compilation; and (2) the remix of "I Have the Touch" that differs from the version on 'Security' (1982).

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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A Nice Starting Place February 28, 2001
Format:Audio CD
An effective collection. It's missing a track or two, as compilations inevitably are (especially from such an accomplished artist as Gabriel), but this is, on the whole, a satisfying collection. The big hits and well-known songs are here - Sledgehammer, Shock The Monkey, Big Time, Red Rain, Games Without Frontiers, etc. Also gratefully included are some personal favorites of mine - Mercy Street, Don't Give Up, San Jacinto, and a stunning new version of Here Comes The Flood. All of these are great, sprawling songs of the emotionally impactive variety Gabriel does so well. Also included, of course, is his first single, Solsbury Hill, which addresses his leaving Genesis, and, despite the years, is still my all-time favorite track of his. It's one of those songs that, no matter how many times I hear it, I still love it. Zaar, from his beautiful album Passion, is here as well. Shaking The Tree is a very nice starting place for the casual fan.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great songs
This cd is fill with wonderful ear candy. If you are starting to get into Peter gabriel then is a very nice introduction
Published 16 months ago by henrysananotnio
5.0 out of 5 stars Peter Gabriel at his finest.....
All the best by one of the best political song writers of our time.....Each song, while entertaining is a statement about the world in which we live in. Read more
Published on July 19, 2010 by Kenneth Kidd
4.0 out of 5 stars Just a CD, do not think too much, enjoy
I read all the 3 star reviews. By the way this is just aother PG Cd. Do not put too much thought nor energy to it. I own every PG CD and love 80%+ of the songs in them. Read more
Published on April 24, 2010 by John C. Tu
2.0 out of 5 stars 1/2 -- Solid, but still not great
Peter Gabriel is one of those few artists that literally hasn't made a single bad album, or even a single bad song. If it's got Peter Gabriel's name on it, you can be 98. Read more
Published on December 3, 2009 by Johnny Boy
5.0 out of 5 stars Shaking thetree, 16 golden greats
arrived on time and in good condition. Was a gift and person receiving enjoyed tremendously
Published on October 18, 2009 by Joanne Cote
5.0 out of 5 stars An ok Peter Gabriel compilation with a few flaws
Well I got this Cd about a month ago and its pretty good. It has hits like Big Time and Sledgehammer. Read more
Published on August 4, 2009 by Ann Hunter
4.0 out of 5 stars A Great Collection of Great Music
"Shaking The Tree" is an excellent collection of the talented singer and songwriter's music. Much of his best released work is her, along with newer versions of some of his... Read more
Published on October 5, 2008 by Terence Allen
5.0 out of 5 stars Because of Biko
I wouldn't pretend to be a music critic or even a Peter Gabriel affectionado. I bought the CD entirely because of one song: Biko. Read more
Published on September 11, 2008 by Howard M. Kindel
2.0 out of 5 stars Peter Gabriel C.D.
The C.D. is great - pity that the "jewel case" was badly cracked when I unpacked it!
Published on October 2, 2007 by F. H. King
4.0 out of 5 stars Good, but not perfect
This Peter Gabriel compilation is a bit brief, but what is here is good. Some songs have been edited to a shorter form, but for the casual fan, it won't matter too much. Read more
Published on September 8, 2007 by musicfanatic
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