Guitarist Steve Hackett brings Genesis classics to Orlando

The former Genesis guitarist tours his solo work and the band's 1970s catalog.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Steve Hackett, the former guitarist of the pioneering British prog rock band Genesis, is bringing his Genesis & Solo Gems tour to Orlando this week. Hackett, who was part of Genesis' classic 1970s lineup, will be performing two sets - one featuring his solo material and another focused on Genesis hits from that era. Despite having a prolific solo career, Hackett has become the primary live keeper of Genesis' musical legacy, as other former members like Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins rarely revisit that material.

Why it matters

Hackett's tour is a rare opportunity for fans to hear Genesis' seminal 1970s catalog performed live by an original member of the band. As one of the most influential prog rock groups of the era, Genesis' music from that period has had a lasting impact, and Hackett's performances allow audiences to experience those songs in a live setting.

The details

Hackett's Genesis & Solo Gems tour will feature the guitarist and his band playing two sets - one highlighting his solo work, and another focused on Genesis classics from the 1970s, when Hackett was part of the band's lineup. Hackett left Genesis in 1977, feeling creatively constrained, but has since become the primary live custodian of the group's music from that era, as other former members have moved on to other projects.

  • Hackett's Orlando show is scheduled for Friday, February 27, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
  • The tour will continue with a cruise performance on the Cruise to the Edge voyage after the Florida dates.

The players

Steve Hackett

The former guitarist of the British prog rock band Genesis, known for his innovative playing style and contributions to the group's classic 1970s albums.

Genesis

The pioneering British prog rock band that Hackett was a member of during their most acclaimed period in the 1970s, known for albums like Foxtrot, Selling England by the Pound, and The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway.

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What they’re saying

“I've toured in all sorts of ways. But I do actually like working with a band. The camaraderie is important to me, the joy in that communicates to an audience wherever we happen to be.”

— Steve Hackett (orlandoweekly.com)

What’s next

After the Florida shows, Hackett will set sail on the Cruise to the Edge voyage, where he will perform alongside other prog rock acts.

The takeaway

Steve Hackett's Genesis & Solo Gems tour provides a unique opportunity for fans to experience the iconic music of Genesis' 1970s heyday, performed live by an original member of the band. Hackett's commitment to keeping this legacy alive, while also exploring his own diverse musical interests, underscores the enduring appeal and influence of Genesis' seminal work.