Genesis - Three Into One: An Authorized 3 Hour Special - 3 LP Box Set

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TITLE: Genesis - Three Into One: An Authorized 3 Hour Special - 3 LP Box Set - London Wavelength 1983

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Genesis - Three Into One: An Authorized 3 Hour Special London Wavelength BBC Radio Show - 1983

RARE PROMOTIONAL RADIO SHOW - PRE-FM TRANSCRIPTION DISC

Extremely rare 3-LP box set radio show distributed exclusively to radio stations by London Wavelength, the official distributor of BBC contemporary radio programs. This extensive 3-hour special provides a comprehensive profile of Genesis in 1983, featuring in-depth interviews with all three band members and music from their careers.

Format: 3 x LP Box Set (Pre-FM Transcription Discs) Label: London Wavelength Released: 1983 Country: United States Type: Radio Show Transcription, Promotional Only - Not For Sale Genre: Rock, Interview Total Running Time: Approximately 3 Hours Host: Alan Freeman

Box Set Contents:

• 3 LPs in individual sleeves
• Cue sheets (timing information)
• Original LP box
• Original Maxell Tapes commercial blocks included

London Wavelength: Exclusive distributors of all BBC contemporary radio programs 154 East 46th Street, New York, NY 10017

Program Structure:

The show is uniquely divided into three parts, dedicating one hour to each band member:

HOUR ONE (Sides A & B) - MIKE RUTHERFORD: Focus on Mike Rutherford's career with Genesis and solo work Interviews and music selections

HOUR TWO (Sides C & D) - PHIL COLLINS: Focus on Phil Collins' dual career as Genesis frontman and solo superstar Interviews and music selections

HOUR THREE (Sides E & F) - TONY BANKS: Focus on Tony Banks' keyboard contributions and solo projects Interviews and music selections

Content: Host Alan Freeman interviews Tony Banks, Phil Collins, and Mike Rutherford individually, providing detailed insights into:

• Genesis history up to 1983
• The making of the 1983 self-titled album "Genesis" (featuring "Mama," "That's All," "Home by the Sea")
• Each member's solo career and projects
• Band dynamics and creative process

Music tracks featured include selections from:

• Genesis' 1983 self-titled album
• Mike Rutherford's solo work and Mike + The Mechanics
• Phil Collins' solo albums
• Tony Banks' solo projects

Historical Context:

1983 was a pivotal year for Genesis. Their self-titled album marked their commercial peak, featuring hits like "Mama," "That's All," and "Illegal Alien." Simultaneously, Phil Collins was achieving massive solo success, having already released "Face Value" (1981) and "Hello, I Must Be Going!" (1982).

This radio special captured the band at the height of their commercial success, with all three members balancing Genesis with increasingly successful solo careers. The individual hour format reflects each member's distinct musical identity while celebrating their collaborative achievements.

Transcription Disc Details:

Pre-FM transcription discs were high-quality vinyl pressings produced exclusively for radio station broadcast. These were never available for commercial sale and were distributed only to subscribing radio stations. After broadcast, stations were typically required to return or destroy these materials, making surviving copies extremely rare.

The inclusion of detailed cue sheets allowed radio DJs to precisely time the broadcast, insert local commercials, and navigate the three-hour program professionally.

Condition: Very Good

EXTREMELY RARE GENESIS PROMOTIONAL ITEM. These radio transcription sets were produced in very limited quantities for radio stations only and were never commercially available. Essential for serious Genesis collectors and radio show enthusiasts. Complete with original box and cue sheets.