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When did Genesis start making music?

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Genesis's first song “Going Out to Get You (Demo 1969)” released in 1969.


Genesis are an English rock band formed at Charterhouse School, Godalming, Surrey in 1967. The most commercially successful line-up includes keyboardist Tony Banks, guitarist Mike Rutherford and drummer/singer Phil Collins. Other important members were singer Peter Gabriel and guitarist Steve Hackett. The band underwent several significant... Read More
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