Original Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett, who left the band in 1976, has released a statement explaining why he won't be taking part in the upcoming reunion tour featuring the line up of Phil Collins, Mike Rutherford and Tony Banks.
Hackett says: "First of all I would like to congratulate Tony, Mike and Phil for flying the flag once again. Good luck to them and I really hope they have a very successful tour. I was originally approached to discuss the possibility of a five piece which would have included Peter Gabriel and yours truly but since Peter's schedule precludes this, it makes sense for the other three to celebrate the band in their 'own special way' as it were ...."