Genesis returns to the stage after 15 years

0 Comments | AFP, June, 2007

HELSINKI (AFP) — British mega group Genesis kicked off its first tour in 15 years with a true-to-form show in Helsinki on Monday, exciting the 35,000 fans at Olympic Stadium with classics such as "Invisible Touch".

Finland's largest daily Helsingin Sanomat gushed about a "magnificent" show, while tabloid Ilta-Sanomat said the Finnish capital "made rock history" as it welcomed back the legendary band to perform its biggest hits during a two-and-a-half hour show under the midnight sun.

The minutely-choreographed performance featured songs such as "Behind the Lines", "Invisible Touch", and "I Can't Dance" -- the latter offering the band a rare opportunity to cut loose with some goofy footwork.

The show was performed in the open-air arena under the midnight sun...