Genesis Reissues Live Recordings in 2009 Box Set

Genesis reissued its live recording catalogue in 2009 as Live 1973-2007, a box set featuring live recordings remastered in 5.1 surround sound. Mike Rutherford said live performances were at the heart of the band's career. The group enjoyed returning to the stage for its 2007 reunion tour, whose preparations took approximately a year, according to Tony Banks.

Genesis played its first concert at Brunel University in London. Live At The Rainbow, 1973 was described as one of the most sought-after parts of the box set. In 1973, the group staged its first large-scale stage production. Banks said performing Domino live was always exciting, and Genesis played everything live during its performances except for drum machines.

Banks said Genesis lost money on its 1997 Calling All Stations tour. He also said live concerts could not fully capture the performance and that the band's studio albums best represented its lasting legacy.