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As I was re-arranging my workspace last night, I decided to pop the Secret World Live DVD in to the DVD player. I needed something I didn’t have to really pay much attention to, and I was in the mood for music, so I figured it would fit the bill. Watching that performance and listening to the music reminded me of how much I enjoy Peter Gabriel’s work. However, it also served to remind me that Secret World Live was Peter Gabriel at his best, and that he will probably never rise to that level again. I enjoy many songs from Up, and I did enjoy myself at the Growing Up tour, but it took 10 years to get that material. Plus, as enjoyable as the Growing Up tour was, it wasn’t nearly as fun as Secret World Live feels, nor was the musical quality as high. Maybe it’s because Peter is getting older, or is devoting more time to his charitable work. Maybe it’s because the Secret World Live CD was my first exposure to Gabriel, and it left a strong impression. I can’t say. I’m sure I’ll continue buying future Gabriel albums, and I may even attend future tours if they occur. However, when I think of how good Peter Gabriel’s work is, I’ll always think to Secret World Live.