Phil Collins and Mike Rutherford of Genesis recently reunited on stage for the first time in over a decade, delivering a special moment for fans. Watch the clip below.
The last time the two shared a stage was during the 2007 Genesis reunion tour, which celebrated the band’s 40th anniversary.
During Collins’ solo concert in Berlin on June 7, the audience was treated to an unexpected reunion when Rutherford joined him to perform “Follow You Follow Me.” The beloved 1978 single was the lead track from Genesis’ ninth studio album, ‘…And Then There Were Three….’
In fan-captured footage, Rutherford greets Collins with a warm hug before picking up an acoustic guitar. As the crowd erupts into cheers, Collins playfully introduces his former bandmate, saying, “I think we’ll have it one more time – Mr. Mike Rutherford!”
Fans were thrilled to see the two legends together again. “This is pure nostalgia. Genesis isn’t done yet,” one fan wrote. Another added, “A huge and emotional moment.”
Earlier in the evening, Rutherford had performed with his band Mike + The Mechanics, who are currently supporting Collins on his solo tour.
Meanwhile, across the music world, another legendary reunion was taking place. On March 24, Robert Plant joined Roger Daltrey on stage at the Royal Albert Hall in London to deliver a stirring rendition of The Who’s “Baba O’Riley.” Sharing the stage with Eddie Vedder, Glen Hansard, Kelly Jones, and Simon Townshend, the performance marked the grand finale of the Ovation concert series benefiting the Teenage Cancer Trust—Daltrey’s final time curating the event.
Before the performance, Plant paid a heartfelt tribute to Daltrey. “The purpose of this regime that you’ve created is spectacular,” he said. Reflecting on their early days, Plant recalled, “I was 16 years old, watching this monster group. I saw you, this golden god, and thought, ‘How do you do that?’”
He continued, “We’ve crossed paths so many times through the years. I was at the first ‘Tommy’ performance at Fillmore East, and I ate all your sandwiches while you worked. I’m just grateful to be here.”
Both Genesis and The Who’s legendary members continue to captivate audiences, hinting that their musical legacies are far from over.
