Genesis: Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2010 part 3

1991-2014

Peter Gabriel Official Site: http://petergabriel.com/latest/

Steve Hackett Official Site: http://www.hackettsongs.com/

In 1987, Genesis sold out Wembley Stadium four nights in a row. They were at their peak. After a brief hiatus for solo work, they returned in 1991.

No Son of Mine (1991): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GsUpBsbJy4Y

I Can't Dance (1991): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qOyF4hR5GoE

Hold On My Heart (1992): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DL9gl3TWwKE


And caused some controversy with this one...

Jesus He Knows Me (1992): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EprQGmZ3Imw

Tell Me Why (1993): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFolD0r5DVg


In 1996, Phil Collins left Genesis. Touring members Chester Thompson and Daryl Stuermer also left. Tony Banks and Michael Rutherford decided to carry on. They settled on singer Ray Wilson to replace Collins.

Congo (1997): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K0DzbIeuDds


The new Genesis did well in Europe, but fell flat without Collins in America. Banks and Rutherford fired Wilson and Genesis went on hiatus until 2006 when Collins rejoined. Originally, they hoped to reunite with Gabriel and Hackett as well, but plans fell through. Genesis went on tour once more as a three piece.

In 2007, VH-1 honored Genesis with their Rock Honors.

Rock Honors: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tp3Rwm5nxK4


Since the reunion tour, Genesis has gone into hiatus. There has been speculation about their return ever since with band members vacillating back and forth.

In 2014, Peter Gabriel was elected to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a solo performer.

Genesis: Rock n Roll Hall of Fame Class of 2010 (part 1)

1967-77

Rock Hall Bio: http://rockhall.com/inductees/genesis/

Official Site: http://genesis.m3w.com/main.html


Genesis formed in 1967 by Tony Banks and Michael Rutherford. Peter Gabriel, Anthony Phillips, and Chris Stewart rounded out the lineup. They signed a contract in 1968 with Decca and dubbed themselves "Genesis." This caused some confusion as record stores placed their albums with Christian Music as opposed to Prog Rock. By the time they recorded their first album, they switched drummers with John Silver replacing Chris Stewart.

The Silent Sun (1968): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cp4b4tcZ7Rc


Another drummer change…John Mayhew replaced John Silver. Gabriel tried to attract attention by wearing bizarre costumes during their live performances. His efforts paid off. People noticed.

The Knife (Part 1) (1971): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Z3EJNgjBmo


By this point, they had developed a cult following. Anthony Phillips developed stage fright and left the band. He was replaced by Mick Barnard and then finally Steve Hackett. At the same time, Phil Collins replaced Mayhew on drums.

Supper’s Ready (1972): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M58wE8GTGp4


Steve Hackett pioneered the tapping technique Eddie Van Halen made popular and sweep-picking that became a fad in the 80s.

Dancing with the Moonlight Knight (1973): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdD6L4cKKU8


Genesis released the classic The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway in 1974.

I Know What I Like in Your Wardrobe (1974): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_EYU75uhKk

The Carpet Crawlers (1975): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtzgBJ13vro


Peter Gabriel then left the band to embark on a solo career. Phil Collins became the lead singer after Genesis auditioned over 400 singers. This led Chester Thompson to join the live act to handle drum duties to free up Collins.

Your Own Special Way (1977): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iyuT9bNPQXw

Match of the Day (1977): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYk_uNA395M


Meanwhile, Hackett decided to leave Genesis leaving Banks, Rutherford, and Collins to plod on.