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    Tony Banks

    Tony Banks

    Awards & Honours

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    Awards Won

    3

    Honours

    3

    Rankings

    4

    Covers

    1

    Records

    Tony Banks's greatest achievements are tied to his role in Genesis, where he co-wrote some of the most enduring songs in rock history and helped shape the sound of progressive rock. He is one of the few musicians to have been a constant member of a major band from its formation to its final tour, spanning over five decades. His influence on keyboard playing in rock is widely acknowledged, earning him a place on Rolling Stone's list of the 100 Greatest Keyboardists of All Time at number 9. Banks also successfully transitioned to classical composition, releasing two orchestral suites that demonstrated his versatility beyond rock.

    Tony Banks receiving an award

    Honours & Distinctions

    Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction

    Rock and Roll Hall of Fame·2010

    Inducted as a member of Genesis in the Performer category.

    Honorary Doctorate of Music

    University of Sussex·2015

    Awarded an honorary doctorate for his contributions to music.

    Honorary Doctorate of Music

    University of Leicester·2016

    Awarded an honorary doctorate for his musical achievements.

    Rankings & Lists

    #9

    100 Greatest Keyboardists of All Time

    Rolling Stone·2023
    #1

    50 Greatest Prog Rock Albums

    Classic Rock·2015
    #41

    Greatest Albums of All Time

    NME·2013

    Magazine Covers

    Rolling Stone

    1986-11-20

    Genesis: The Biggest Band in the World

    Keyboard Magazine

    1986-12-01

    Tony Banks: The Genesis of a Sound

    Sound on Sound

    2007-08-01

    Tony Banks: The Genesis of a Solo Career

    Prog Magazine

    2012-10-01

    Tony Banks: The Classical Man

    Records & Feats

    Most consecutive sell-out shows at Wembley Stadium

    Career Milestone·1987

    As part of Genesis, shared the record for 12 consecutive sell-out shows at Wembley Stadium in 1987.