Though the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is one of the most notable achievements that a performer can obtain, Gabriel has a conflicting schedule with orchestra rehearsal dates for his upcoming tour in support of his new album, “Scratch My Back.”

Remaining bandmates Phil Collins, Steve Hackett, Mike Rutherford, Chester Thompson and Daryl Stuermer will be at the ceremony to receive the induction.

To qualify for induction in to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, groups or individuals must have 25 years between the time of their first release and the present, and they must have demonstrable influence and significance within the history of rock and roll. Genesis’ first album, “From Genesis to Revelation,” was released in 1969. They will be joining the ranks of Van Halen, Madonna and Black Sabbath, all of whom have been inducted within the past four years.

Though no Genesis tickets are available for a tour, the members of the band are busy working on individual projects. Phil Collins is recording a Motown album due out in Fall 2010; Steve Hackett is working with Chris Squire (Yes bassist) on a project; and Mike Rutherford is spending time with Mike & the Mechanics and is expected to have a new album out in May.

Collins explained in a quote from the U.K. paper Daily Mirror, “My vertebrae has been crushing my spinal cord because of the position I drum in. It comes from years of playing. I can’t even hold the sticks properly without it being painful. I even used to tape the sticks to my hands to get through.”

What this development means for the future of Genesis is still uncertain. Rumors have circulated periodically about a reunion that would involve formers members Peter Gabriel and Steve Hackett, but it’s thusfar never come to fruition. Regardless, Collins remains optimistic about his future, quipping, “Don’t worry, I can still sing.”

Father and Sons

We’re happy to report that Peter and Meabh are proud parents of a second son.

Luc was born on Saturday 5th July, a bouncing 7lbs 2 oz. Big brother Isaac reports that mother, father and baby brother are all doing well, and requests that any congratulatory flowers people may contemplate sending be left to grow in the ground for all to enjoy.

“When in Rome 2007” features 3 DVD’s that include songs played live at concerts, as well as concert extras, picture galleries, deleted scenes, a documentary, and a 28-page booklet.

In North America, the DVD is on sale exclusively at Wal-Mart and Sam’s Club stores.