Where was the band Genesis founded?

Genesis was founded at Charterhouse School in Godalming, Surrey, England. The band's origins trace to 1967, when several pupils at the independent boarding school began combining their songwriting and performing interests.

The founding lineup grew out of two school groups, Anon and Garden Wall. The musicians who became associated with Genesis included Peter Gabriel, Tony Banks, Anthony Phillips, Mike Rutherford, and drummer Chris Stewart. Their early recordings attracted the attention of Charterhouse alumnus Jonathan King, who helped them secure a recording opportunity and suggested the name Genesis.

Genesis later became one of the most influential British progressive-rock bands. Peter Gabriel's theatrical early performances helped define the group's first era, while Phil Collins became its drummer in 1970 and later its lead singer. The band eventually moved toward a more accessible pop-rock sound without abandoning its elaborate musical identity.

“Surrey” is the correct county-level answer, while Godalming is the more precise town. The group was not founded in London, even though London became important to its recording, touring, and music-business career.