Last night in London, the music world witnessed a truly historic moment as four legendary figures — Tony Banks, Peter Gabriel, Steve Hackett, and Mike Rutherford — reunited to celebrate the 50th Anniversary Super Deluxe Edition of *The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway*. The gathering marked the first time in decades that these original members of Genesis shared the stage together, sparking an outpouring of emotion among fans who had waited half a century for such a reunion.
The event was hosted at London’s Royal Festival Hall, transformed into a cathedral of progressive rock history. Fans spanning multiple generations filled the venue, their anticipation palpable as the lights dimmed and the iconic opening chords of “The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway” filled the room. Peter Gabriel, donning his trademark theatrical flair, delivered vocals with a mix of nostalgia and renewed power, while Banks, Rutherford, and Hackett wove the intricate textures that made the 1974 double album a landmark in rock music.
The performance was not a full-length revival of the concept album but rather a curated journey through its most beloved moments. Highlights included “In the Cage,” “The Carpet Crawlers,” and “Anyway,” each met with thunderous applause. Between songs, the musicians shared heartfelt reflections on the making of the album, with Gabriel recalling its ambitious storyline and Banks emphasizing the experimental spirit that drove the project.
The newly released Super Deluxe Edition was also celebrated, featuring remastered audio, rare archival footage, and unreleased demos that provide fresh insight into the band’s creative process during their most daring era. For fans, the night was more than just a concert; it was a time capsule opening, uniting past and present in a single extraordinary evening. This reunion reaffirmed Genesis’s place as one of the most influential forces in progressive rock history.
