In June 1974, Genesis found themselves at a pivotal moment in their career. The band, having evolved through various phases, was now at the cusp of creating one of their most ambitious and transformative albums: The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway. Genesis had entered a new phase, both creatively and personally. The group decided to record in a new environment, seeking a place that would inspire their next sonic chapter. They chose Headley Grange, a decaying old eighteenth-century poorhouse in East Hampshire, previously inhabited by artists like Led Zeppelin and Bad Company. But when Genesis arrived, it was in a dilapidated state. The previous occupants had left behind quite a mess, and the house, with its eerie atmosphere, only added to the tension brewing within the band.
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