Genesis - Final Speech @ Last Tour Show

[tjrrockandrollmaster]

This was the last show Genesis will ever play. I'm glad I got to see them in Boston before Phil Collins experienced the vertebrae/spinal damage and nerve damage that forced him to retire. Phil earned his retirement, enjoy every minute and spend time with your sons they need their father.

[johncorsino]

I was at this show with my x...Renee who has been friends with the band. I got to hang with Phil backstage, and Mike. Chester...I go Phil's email address and pics with him... what an experience!!!

[TheFashionbugs]

Be Well Phil.

[ipykipyk]

Took my 20-year-old daughter to see this show. Genesis were my first concert and it was a privilege to be a part of their last. They were in great form that evening - truly a special occasion.

BTW - does anyone happen to have video of the drunken "cougar" who flashed the video screen during "Throwing it All Away?" (hehehe)

[kamwrites]

My one regret will be not having the chance to see these guys live in concert. But I remain a life-long fan.

[ceazea]

I was at this show the night before (in the pouring rain). Historically, that is typical of a Genesis show so maybe it was fitting that it rained on the last tour stop. Especially how unusual it is for rain in LA from what I am told.

[MrSubmarine3]

I'm glad you recorded this. It truly is a very special moment.

And by the way, I'm SOOOOO happy about Genesis finally getting into the Rock N Roll Hall Of Fame at last. It's about frigging time!!! Congratulations Genesis!!! :-)

[Mikemaniax]

It seemed like Phil was stealin' a bit from Bowie with this Farewell Speech thing.

[rafalweb]

All good things must end.  Too bad..... Genesis music will live forever, longer than the stuff put out by a lot of today's "bands".

[floydgenesisnut]

This was the end of an era. Genesis went out with a bang here! I was glad I got to see this tour in Boston. Phil Collins officially retired from performing in April, 2008. If you watch the Come Rain or Shine DVD on When in Rome, you can tell Phil wants to spend time with his kids (whom are 8 and 4) in Switzerland. Peter Gabriel won't do a reunion tour with them, no chance it will ever happen, This was the last Genesis gig and they went out with a BANG! Thanks for the memories Genesis!

[stevedrums]

I was in Bsoton that night as well. very moving.

[floydgenesisnut]

The Boston show was phenomenal. I have the CD of that show. Was a given I buy it after I saw the show. I flew back home for Genesis in 2007 and they were incredible, even my metal loving best friend thought Genesis kicked ass live. That night I knew the real fans from fakes. The fakes would walk out during "Ripples", "Carpet Crawlers", "In the Cage" and that pissed me off. Tony, Mike and Phil kicked ass on 9/11/2007 at The Garden in Boston. God bless Genesis!

[rennyminou]

This is sweet - reminds me of the Phish Coventry farewell in 2004 - they are doing a few shows in '09, but again they are younger than the G. Crew. Rock out.  : )

[vazquezbtds0202]

their last show... so sad.... :(

[thealphacenturi]

Did Phil or anyone notice that strange light entity floating behind him? ;)

Yes.. I know what it is..

[UK76]

Maybe the ghost of Peter? ;-)

In fact it adds some magic to this historic moment.

[thealphacenturi]

"Maybe the ghost of Peter? ;-) "

Or the reflection off his head?

[PearlyILoveYou]

lol Peters not dead yet man

[knouraee]

It's either a refection of the camera lens, or.....

The "Angel Standing In The Sun".

[mattersfact2]

Thank you so much for sharing this with us. Very moving. :-)

[Donbour]

Come on guys, you are still young, don't let down, come back once in a while, we will be there.

[robec75]

In Rome 07-14-2007 (last european tour show) Phil seemed a little bit tired... Happy to see him more "energized" in your vid

hope this is not the last tour!

[mak4210]

Very moving and perhaps historic moments. No mention of turning off though. Thanks for sharing