Steve Hackett promises the best of Genesis in Eastbourne

Steve Hackett promises the best of Genesis and solo gems at the Congress Theatre, Eastbourne on Sunday, October 4 at 7.45pm.

Steve is excited to introduce two new members to his band: Swedish keyboard wizard Lalle Larsson, who replaces longtime associate Roger King, along with Felix Lehrmann, the German drummer taking over from Craig Blundell.

“The main thing is to keep a focus on the music which drives it all, but there will be some big changes in the band,” says Steve, “Both Craig and Roger are amazing musicians, and I know Lalle Larsson and Felix will be equally fantastic.

“I’ve never worked with Lalle Larsson before but he’s completely brilliant and more than qualified for the job involving recreating Genesis circa 1971 to 77. He’s a total virtuoso. We’ve already been working with Felix Lehrmann, and listening to him with Jonas Reingold on bass is like a thousand iron girders coming at you at 100mph!”

Larsson and Lehrmann will take their places in Hackett’s touring band alongside Jonas Reingold (bass, backing vocals), Nad Sylvan (vocals) and Rob Townsend (saxophone, flutes, additional keyboards).

“I have some extraordinary performers in the band,” Steve says, “and I’m very happy with this level of virtuosos. These guys are all incredible professionals.”

Steve Hackett’s innovative guitar-work was an integral part of the classic Genesis catalogue from Nursery Cryme (1971) to Wind And Wuthering (1977). This is still the essential Genesis era for many fans alongside the new generations who are still discovering these ground-breaking gems.

“I’m still in love with the idea of music,” he says. “I absolutely adore it. It still sends shivers up and down my spine, and so far it’s kept me sufficiently young to keep touring with gusto!”

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