On This Day: May 30, 1980 - Peter Gabriel Released His Third Solo Album

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On This Day: May 30, 1980 – Peter Gabriel Released His Third Solo Album.

On this day May 30, 1980, Peter Gabriel released his third solo album, often referred to by fans as Melt due to its distinctive cover art featuring a melting face. This self-titled release marked a bold creative shift for Gabriel, blending post punk, art rock, and experimental soundscapes into a dark and emotionally powerful work. The album featured standout tracks like Games Without Frontiers and Biko, the latter becoming an important protest anthem.

The album reached number 22 on the...
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