A Conversation with Steve Hackett

A Conversation with Steve Hackett

Author: Ultimate Classic Rock May 25, 2025 Duration: 30:20
Legendary former Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett is with Matt to talk about a variety of subjects, including The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway, 50 years later. He also details the creation of "Supper's Ready," the transition from Peter Gabriel to Phil Collins and how they got a surprising assist from Yes vocalist Jon Anderson.

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