Reports, reviews, concerts and further information about Genesis-related musicians like Daryl Stuermer, Chester Thompson, Paul Carrack, Tony Levin and Simon Collins.
Helmut Janisch from GNC met Peter Nicholls from IQ during their tour recently in Aschaffenburg, Germany. Some references to Genesis are obvious, so we thought a little interview would be nice.
After the turbulent start in the 70ies and the complicated phase in the beginning of the eighties, Brand X called it a day. But to the surprise of many, the band has not run its course yet. In our last part of the website special, you will find out how they got together again two more times…
In the second part of our website special Steffen Gerlach reflects the turbulent times from 1978 up until the temporary end of the band in the beginning of the 80ies…
Richard Macphail played an important role in the history of Genesis, especially in the early years. But even after his farewell he stayed in touch and appeared every now and then in different jobs for the band and its members. Now, Richard presents his book about all this. Helmut Janisch has read the book and shares his thoughts and his valuation
The scheduled The Musical Box shows in New Zealand and Australia (Selling England Show) were cancelled.
For many fans, the probably most ambitious Genesis solo project remains a mystery when it comes to details. The fusion band Brand X was Phil’s solo thing until the late 70ies, but the band remained active. Steffen Gerlach brings some light into the dark mystery of the Genesis of Brand X with this website special. This is part 1 – the beginning.
John Hackett has formed a new band and will release the first band album this friday, called We Are Not Alone.
In 2016, Phil Collins’ former side project Brand X reunited with a couple of original band members. They eventually went on tour and recorded a new live albu, which is now available. Steffen Gerlach gave it a listen and shares his thoughts …
The Musical Box return to Europe in 2017 for an extended UK-tour, presenting the black show. Further shows in other countries are planned as well. Find all info here.
Former Genesis-roadie Mike “Kiddo” Kidson supported The Carpet Crawlers during the preparations of their Invisible Touch Tour. We talked to him about that and of course about his work with Genesis.
