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45 Years Ago: Genesis Release First Single, 'The Silent Sun'

Ryan Reed — Sun, 24 Feb 2013 12:19:14 +0000

Genesis are rightfully regarded as one of the most innovate and eclectic progressive rock bands of all-time. But -- a couple late-era Phil Collins belters aside -- they're not remembered as cookie-cutter pop balladeers. Timing is everything: On Feb. 23, 1968, these British lads got off to an awkwardly uncharacteristic start with debut single, 'The Silent Sun,' the most saccharine, lightweight ditty in their entire discography.

Rare 1970 Film Featuring David Bowie and Genesis Unearthed

Dave Swanson — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 22:12:01 +0000

The Atomic Sunrise festival was held in March 1970 at the legendary Roundhouse club in England and featured a number of the underground rock scene's most shining lights. The event featured David Bowie, Hawkwind, and Genesis, among others. All these acts were in their infancy, and that's what makes the event so interesting. Fortunately, the festival was captured on film and now, after over 40 years, the film has been unearthed.

Five Classic Genesis Albums to be Reissued in Audiophile Vinyl Format

Ryan Reed — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 13:32:13 +0000

Genesis fans: rejoice! Especially if you have a whole lot of extra cash. EMI is re-issuing five of this legendary prog-rock band’s first six studio albums (leaving out their rightfully despised debut, 1969′s ’From Genesis to Revelations’), all in fancy “180 Gram Audiophile Virgin Vinyl” format. This five-album spread covers the British band’s incredible early ’70s [...]

Steve Hackett Revisits His Genesis Past Again

Matt Wardlaw — Sun, 09 Sep 2012 16:23:07 +0000

Former Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett was a big part of the group’s golden period, perhaps best remembered by his work on their fabled ‘The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway’ album. Now, 35 years after his departure from the band, he’ll revisit selections from their classic catalog with his new album ‘Genesis Revisited II.’

Mike Rutherford Puts Genesis in the Past: 'I'd Rather Do Something New'

Matt Wardlaw — Sun, 09 Sep 2012 03:31:15 +0000

With Genesis in a dormant state for the past few years, guitarist Mike Rutherford has been focused on moving forward, most recently with a retooled version of his ‘80s Mike & The Mechanics project. The Mechanics, minus former lead singer Paul Carrack, returned to action in 2009. They released a new album entitled ‘The Road’ [...]