Genesis legends Tony Banks, Peter Gabriel, Steve Hackett, and Mike Rutherford reunited in London on Friday, September 19th, for a special Dolby ATMOS playback of their groundbreaking 1974 double album *The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway*. Held at the Dolby Screening Rooms, the event marked a rare coming together of the surviving members who created one of progressive rock’s most ambitious and enigmatic records.
First released in November 1974, *The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway* spans 94 minutes and tells the surreal tale of Rael, a Puerto Rican youth navigating a series of fantastical and often unsettling adventures. Conceived largely by Peter Gabriel, the record became both a landmark achievement for Genesis and a turning point, as it was Gabriel’s final album with the band before departing to pursue a solo career.
To celebrate its 50th anniversary, a special Super Deluxe Edition of the album is set for release on Friday, September 26th. This expanded edition will feature newly remastered audio, rare archival material, and the much-anticipated Dolby ATMOS mix, offering fans a fresh way to experience the dense textures and layered soundscapes of the original recording.
During a Q\&A with journalist Alexis Petridis, the band reflected on the making of *The Lamb*. Steve Hackett admitted it was a difficult record to make but said the passage of time has only enhanced its sweetness. Tony Banks mused that the sprawling double LP could have worked as a single album but confessed he still loves its excess. Peter Gabriel described the group’s perfectionist tendencies, suggesting the record’s flaws now add to its unique charm. Meanwhile, Mike Rutherford called the project the end of a particular Genesis era, one that splintered into new creative directions for all involved.
This rare reunion and anniversary release reaffirm *The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway* as one of progressive rock’s defining masterpieces.
