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=== Name of the band === | === Name of the band === | ||
The names of the band "Genesis" is a reference to the biblical [[wikipedia:Book of Genesis|Book of Genesis]], which | The names of the band "Genesis" is a reference to the biblical [[wikipedia:Book of Genesis|Book of Genesis]]. Even though there isn't really a strong connection between the name of the band and the contents or message of the biblical book, the purpose of choosing this name comes most likely from the fact that the Progressive Rock genre often mixes themes from classical Greco-Roman literature or from Ancient literature such as the Bible into the songpieces, which tend to be written with more of a poetic purpose in mind rather than being oriented towards dancing. The creative and poetic aspect of progressive rock distinguishes this genre from that of pop music, with lyrics that tend to be more poetic, technology being harnessed for new sounds, in an attempt to create a work of art. Progressive rock attempts to bridge the gap between [[wikipedia:High culture|high culture]] and [[wikipedia:Low culture|low culture]], and the usage of biblical themes and imagery by the band Genesis is consistent with this approach. | ||
=== From Genesis to Revelation === | === From Genesis to Revelation === | ||