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Guitar legend Steve Hackett takes his: Best of Genesis & Solo Gems 2026 UK Tour out on 2nd October for 17 UK dates. Hackett is excited to introduce two new members to his band: Swedish keyboard wizard Lalle Larsson, who replaces longtime associate Roger King, along with Felix Lehrmann, the German drummer taking over from Craig Blundell. The 2026 tour culminates with a return visit to London’s prestigious Royal Albert Hall on Monday 26th October. Tickets: https://myticket.co.uk/artists/steve-hackett

“The main thing is to keep a focus on the music which drives it all, but there will be some big changes in the band,” says Hackett, “Both Craig and Roger are amazing musicians, and I know Lalle Larsson and Felix will be equally fantastic.

“I’ve never worked with Lalle Larsson before but he’s completely brilliant and more than qualified for the job involving recreating Genesis circa 1971 to ’77. He’s a total virtuoso. We’ve already been working with Felix Lehrmann and listening to him with Jonas Reingold on bass is like a thousand iron girders coming at you at 100mph!”

Larsson and Lehrmann will take their places in Hackett’s touring band alongside Jonas Reingold (bass, backing vocals), Nad Sylvan (vocals) and Rob Townsend (saxophone, flutes, additional keyboards). “I have some extraordinary performers in the band,” Hackett adds “and I’m very happy with this level of virtuosos. These guys are all incredible professionals.”

Steve Hackett’s innovative guitar-work was an integral part of the classic Genesis catalogue from Nursery Cryme (1971) to Wind And Wuthering (1977). This is still the essential Genesis era for many hardened fans alongside the new generations who are still discovering these ground-breaking gems.

“I’m still in love with the idea of music,” Hackett says. “I absolutely adore it. It still sends shivers up and down my spine and so far, it’s kept me sufficiently young to keep touring with gusto!”

Steve Hackett - Best of Genesis & Solo Gems 2026 UK Tour Dates:

Fri 2nd October Cambridge Corn Exchange

Sat 3rd October Ipswich Regent Theatre

Sun 4th October Eastbourne Congress Theatre

Tue 6th October Bournemouth Pavilion Theatre

Wed 7th October Bristol Beacon

Fri 9th October Basingstoke Anvil

Sat 10th October Torquay Princess Theatre

Sun 11th October Aylesbury Friars Waterside

Tue 13th October Leicester De Montfort Hall

Wed 14th October Birmingham Symphony Hall

Fri 16th October Nottingham Royal Concert Hall

Sun 18th October Glasgow Royal Concert Hall

Tue 20th October Manchester Bridgewater Hall

Wed 21st October Gateshead Glasshouse

Fri 23rd October York Barbican

Sat 24th October Liverpool Philharmonic

Mon 26th October London Royal Albert Hall

Tickets available from: https://myticket.co.uk/artists/steve-hackett

STAY FOR TOMORROW RELEASE NEW SINGLE AHEAD OF FORTHCOMING ALBUM

Scottish alt-rock crew STAY FOR TOMORROW have released their new single, The Fallout, out now, alongside a brand-new music video. The track is taken from their forthcoming album, When Hope’s Gone, arriving Friday, September 25th. Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0wSKwPQseYDh9uczNFczmY . Watch the video for The Fallout: https://youtu.be/86di1tCUsX0 .

The Fallout follows the recent release of Nonsense, and adds to the growing attention around the band, with notable support from Kerrang! Radio, alongside wider radio airplay and media coverage. Speaking about the track, the band remark: “The Fallout explores the aftermath of control and conditioning, where devotion turns into destruction and identity is shaped by outside forces. Set against rising chaos and broadcast panic, the track reflects a world unravelling under its own influence, as people become the consequences of what they were made to believe.”

Since forming in 2018, the Dunfermline four-piece have released a string of singles, including Villains, Breathe, In The Way and most recently, Nonsense, and have toured across the UK, developing a melodic, guitar-driven sound influenced by The Killers, Panic! At The Disco and Fall Out Boy.

Their new album, When Hope’s Gone, explores themes of perseverance, resilience and self-belief, while reflecting the band's development over the past few years. Speaking about the album, guitarist Nic Holson says: “This album shows the evolution of Stay For Tomorrow through lineup changes and the growth of our sound. It carries a message of hope, resilience, and a reminder to stand up for yourself.”

The band have played shows with Inglorious and Massive Wagons, and have appeared at venues and festivals including Bonfest, Winterstorm and Wildfire Festival. STAY FOR TOMORROW bring together their latest material with the sound they have developed over recent years, continuing to reach new audiences through their music, live shows, radio and media coverage.

Track listing: 1. In The Way; 2. Restart; 3. Nonsense; 4. Let The Games Begin; 5. Villains; 6. Erase Me; 7. Always You; 8. Crushing Down; 9. No Secret; 10. Fear The Silence; 11. Memories; 12. Breathe; 13. Pick Me Up ; 14. The Fallout.

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STAY FOR TOMORROW are: Joe MacFarlane - Vocals/Guitar; Nic Holson - Guitar/Backing Vocals (Clarinet on “Breathe”); Gemma Wickham - Piano/Synth/Bass Synth/Backing Vocals; Sean Priestley – Drums.

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