Genesis
Awards & Honours
23
Awards Won
5
Honours
6
Rankings
10
Covers
5
Records
Genesis achieved remarkable success over their extensive career, establishing a significant presence in both progressive rock and mainstream pop. Their 1986 album, Invisible Touch, reached number one on the US Billboard 200, a rare feat for a British group during that decade, and generated an impressive five Top 5 singles on the Billboard Hot 100, setting a new record for a British band at the time. The group's live performances consistently drew immense crowds; the 1987 Invisible Touch tour notably sold out twelve consecutive shows at Wembley Stadium, a record for the venue. Furthermore, their 2007 Turn It On Again Tour played to over one million fans and grossed more than $130 million, demonstrating their enduring appeal. Genesis's induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2010 recognized their artistry and the profound influence they wielded across different musical eras, solidifying their standing as one of rock's most adaptable and successful acts. Their global record sales, estimated between 100 and 150 million, underscore their wide-reaching popularity.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE)
Awarded to Phil Collins, Tony Banks, and Mike Rutherford for services to music.
Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE)
Awarded to Peter Gabriel for services to music.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Inducted as performers, recognizing their significant contribution to music.
Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Received a star in the category of Recording for their contributions to the music industry.
Lieutenant of the Royal Victorian Order (LVO)
Awarded to Phil Collins.
Rankings & Lists
500 Greatest Albums of All Time (Selling England by the Pound)
500 Greatest Albums of All Time (The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway)
Greatest of All Time Hot 100 Artists of the 1980s
500 Greatest Albums of All Time
All-TIME 100 Albums (Selling England by the Pound)
Top 100 Albums of the 1970s (Selling England by the Pound)
Magazine Covers
Mojo
2007
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Uncut
2007
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Q Magazine
2007
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Billboard
1992
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Q Magazine
1991
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Rolling Stone
1987
Genesis: The Biggest Band in the World
Billboard
1986
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NME
1977
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NME
1974
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NME
1973
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Records & Feats
Highest-Grossing Group Tour (2007)
The 2007 Turn It On Again Tour grossed over $130 million, making it the highest-grossing tour by a group that year.
Most Consecutive Sell-Out Shows at Wembley Stadium
The 1987 Invisible Touch tour sold out twelve consecutive shows at Wembley Stadium, a record for the venue at the time.
Most US Top 5 Singles from One Album by a British Group
Five singles from their album Invisible Touch (1986) reached the US Top 5 on the Billboard Hot 100, setting a record for a British group at the time.
First British Group Album to Top US Billboard 200 (1980s)
Their album Invisible Touch (1986) was the first by a British group to reach number one on the US Billboard 200 chart during the 1980s.
One of the Best-Selling Music Artists
Genesis sold an estimated 100 to 150 million records globally, positioning them among the best-selling music artists of all time.