Peter Gabriel (solo)

As the leader of Genesis in the early '70s, Peter Gabriel helped move progressive rock to new levels ...

Approval Rate: 70%

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    stjames

    Thu Dec 13 2012

    Lp

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    lanford412

    Mon Nov 12 2012

    Uh, no

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    catch23

    Tue Jul 03 2012

    Unlikely. They just recognized Genesis after 40 years.

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    jobozo

    Fri Dec 23 2011

    Climbing Up...

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    famondowler

    Fri Nov 25 2011

    dont give up

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    t4too8d9

    Fri Oct 21 2011

    like the monkey, i'd be shocked if he got in, they finaklly just inducted his former band genesis after like 40 years.

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    takemehome1024

    Fri Dec 17 2010

    Everything he did after #3 kills his chances.

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    marto04e

    Fri Sep 24 2010

    he deserves it

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    jester002

    Sun May 02 2010

    Somehow, I just don't see Peter Gabriel in the same class as AC/DC, Van Halen, and even Pink Floyd for that matter.

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    jollyolstnick

    Sun Dec 06 2009

    GENESIS looking good for 2010.

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    fitman

    Fri Nov 13 2009

    Not sure he belongs in the same club with Kiss, but what the Hell.

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    disgustingfats_tupidsmellyugl_ypig

    Mon Sep 07 2009

    Talented, yes. HOF-caliber, probably not.

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    guardianangel

    Sun Mar 22 2009

    Like Pete Townsand, just can't see him in yet. I vote for GENESIS first.

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    sixtorules

    Fri Mar 13 2009

    No one on this list has had more influence that isn't in than Gabriel. He began the showmanship in Genesis. He was the first to use the wireless headset mike that Madonna made famous. He was the first to use African rhythms. He had emotional tribute songs (like Biko). He had monster hits. I hate Rolling Stone and Jann Wenner for their Prog Rock bias. Gabriel and the Moody Blues should be in for sure because of their innovations -- but they're not on Jann Wenner's ipod so they won't make it.

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    return20

    Tue May 27 2008

    No doubt that Peter Gabriel should be inducted. Not only has he had the success, but the impact, and influence he provided to the industry. From touring, to music styles, to videos, to even fasion styles. He's done it all and deserves it all.

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    styxr4kidz

    Thu Apr 24 2008

    does not have the touch (solo). Now if GENESIS can get in, that would be a revolation.

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    madeincanada

    Wed Aug 08 2007

    too high on list

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    zemongoose

    Sat Jun 23 2007

    Pros: One of the (very, very, very) few "Classic Rock" era performers who used synthesizers effectively. Used his solo career to grow artistically (unlike his successor in Genesis). Arguably the most successful artist of the 80's in terms of fulfilling his artistic ambitions and remaining commercially viable. Pioneering proponent of world music. Cons: Not very prolific in the past 20 years Verdict: He's the single most important figure to emerge out of Prog-rock. He should be in.

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    eddiecook

    Fri May 25 2007

    A lot more people who went out on their own deserve entry before him.

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    willkell

    Tue May 15 2007

    I think Peter Gabriel should get for all his great albums and edgy sound. Genesis in their latter days as a band lost their crediabity as a great band and are now know for making silly pop music.

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    wuzupdee

    Tue Mar 27 2007

    shock the monkey

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    ajowoods

    Wed Feb 21 2007

    If Genesis gets in, that will leave Gabriel's solo career out. He did enough to get in solo, but his best bet lies with Genesis.

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    watergrass

    Tue Jan 16 2007

    One question, where were you for the past 13 yrs? I sent emails and had gotton no response. No shows, no tour, no news. All of you fans, if you still vote for Peter then youre as dumb as f888. He doesnt care about us, why should we care about him.

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    limpin_trenchfoot

    Fri Nov 17 2006

    IMO his main contribution has been the founding of the Real World record label which has introduced many great 'world music'(for want of a better phrase)acts to Western audiences. His solo stuff is patchy but does contain some gems. His Genesis period is best forgotten.

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    frankswildyear_s

    Wed Nov 15 2006

    Peter Gabriel opened the western audience's mind to sounds and sights from all over the planet and he sang like nobody before him. There are dozens of acts that got heard because of his ground breaking records. I'd shave half a star for his diminishing output.

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    disgust4pcness

    Wed Nov 15 2006

    I didn't like Genesis and I didn't like Peter Gabriel's solo work...and I don't like Phil Collins...and I didn't like Mike and the Mechanics...don't like the entire Genesis family.

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    trebon1038

    Tue Nov 07 2006

    Without a doubt. What he did with genesis was creative, but what he's done as a solo artist is genious. He is original, creative, edgy, and talanted.

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    djahuti

    Sun Nov 05 2006

    I like his solo stuff WAY better than what he did in Genesis.Anybody who makes music with the Bonobos is all right in my book! Shock the Monkey indeed!

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    maplerock

    Sat Apr 15 2006

    once genesis is recognized

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    candy_kane

    Mon Mar 13 2006

    He's made some of the most innovative music of the past 25 years and deserves inclusion as a solo act.

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    historyfan

    Mon Mar 13 2006

    After leaving Genesis, he's done quite well for himself. "Solsbury Hill" is a personal favorite of mine.

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    kingdan24

    Fri Feb 17 2006

    Peter Gabriel is one of the most innovative creative artist of all time his charitable causes and humanitarian efforts through out his career rivals U2's and his unique vision sets him apart from any artist before or since

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    abacab

    Thu Jan 19 2006

    I just never "got" this guy. Maybe I'm just too dumb to understand his subtle nuances, or maybe he's just a weirdo.

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    julienbenney

    Thu Dec 15 2005

    He might have seemed likeable and upbeat - occasionally strange - when I first listened to "So" and "Us" as a child. Today, however, almost everything he recorded sounds hopelessly dated due to the rigid, stiff production and overblown synthesisers. It's a case of music that the critics once loved that just does not hold up today even when rock radio plays some fo the few songs that remain listenable today - "Sledgehammer" and "Big Time"

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    amazingeee

    Sat Dec 03 2005

    Just induct him with Genesis... He's fairly deserving as a solo artist as well, but there's lots of better candidates...

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    kelticman

    Tue Nov 29 2005

    A resounding YES! Gabriel is a unique artist whose solo work epitomises his undoubted genius. A far, far better Genesis singer and frontman than Phil Collins, the Genesis drummer who replaced him as lead singer - Gabriel was the ultimate showman; somewhat eccentric and captivating beyond compare. Those who say no to his inclusion know little or nothing about the man. It would be criminal to leave him out.

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    habs10

    Tue Nov 29 2005

    Love him and early Genesis, but he's got a hill to climb to get in...in my eyes

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    otterd8e

    Mon Nov 28 2005

    Solsbury Hill, Red Rain, Sledgehammer, Digging in the Dirt, In Your Eyes, Games Without Frontiers, Biko, Shaking the Tree, Shock the Monkey, Steam, San Jacinto, Here Comes the Flood, The Rhythm of the Heat, Secret World, Kiss That Frog, Big Time, Mercy Street, Signal to Noise, A Different Drum, Don't Give Up, Family Snapshot, The Barry Williams Show, (Plus The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway and Carpet Crawlers from the Genesis days)

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    diamond_dave

    Sun Nov 27 2005

    genesis YES, pETER SOLO, NO.

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    vwxg14a

    Wed Oct 26 2005

    Boy, someone on the RRHF must hate Genesis and Gabriel. Nominate them at least.

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    gianthogweed

    Wed Oct 19 2005

    My favorite solo artist. But a lot of what he did really isn't rock. Still, you can't deny is contribution to music in general.

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    cjmyers41

    Thu Oct 06 2005

    As much music that is still played on the classic stations he should be brought in. His music is truly art so he should not feel bad if he dies first before he is in. His CD "UP" is great. It is not a party CD or one to listen to at a picnic but one you have to sit down to listen to. One of the more artistic pieces I have heard in years. If you like the first time you hear it, you have me beat, it took 3 times.

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    professor_rhodes

    Wed Aug 31 2005

    Absolutely. He has been inovative and creative throughout his whole career. His influence on other people's music as well as his support of new artists and alternative cultural music has been outstanding. Not to mention his human rights work...although I know that's not part of the deal.

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    seasidewmn

    Mon Aug 22 2005

    He's so innovative, how can he be overlooked? Great music and talent. Remember who brought Wolrd Music to the media. Well deserving for RRHOF.

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    rainman12

    Mon Aug 22 2005

    Peter Gabriel has a good chance to get in the Hall of Fame. I'm just not sure if he has enough great albums to get in there. His last album - Up - was pretty average.

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    yelloweagle

    Tue Aug 16 2005

    I love him

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    lovelybirds

    Sun Jul 31 2005

    Peter is divine. 'Nuff said.