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Legendary singer songwriter has transcended many genres of music and was one of the biggest recording artists of the Eighties. Phil Collins poignant song writing with his distinctive and easily recognizable voice has given him a special place in the music industry. From drummer to band leader for super group Genesis, Phil Collins has always been a pioneer. Collins has also acted in several movies, theater and was also portrayed in the video game Grand Theft Auto. His failed three marriages and the costly divorces have made tabloid news all over the world. Phil Collins has also won Album of the Year and 6 other Grammies and an Academy award for his contribution to the Tarzan soundtrack. As a solo artist Phil Collins has sold nearly 35 million albums world wide.

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Phil Collins - Dancing Into The Light!

"I'm happy to sit behind the drums and let Peter (Gabriel) be the singer. If (a reunion) happens" - Phil Collins on a Genesis reunion of the original line-up

The Genesis of a Superstar!

Legendary singer songwriter has transcended many genres of music and was one of the biggest recording artists of the Eighties. Phil Collins poignant song writing with his distinctive and easily recognizable voice has given him a special place in the music industry. From drummer to band leader for super group Genesis, Phil Collins has always been a pioneer. Collins has also acted in several movies, theater and was also portrayed in the video game Grand Theft Auto. His failed three marriages and the costly divorces have made tabloid news all over the world. Phil Collins has also won Album of the Year and 6 other Grammies and an Academy award for his contribution to the Tarzan soundtrack. As a solo artist Phil Collins has sold nearly 35 million albums world wide.

Early Years and Genesis

Phil Collins was born in London and from a very early age started playing the drums. He was also a child actor with a handful of roles Phil Collins became the drummer of UK progressive rock band Genesis in 1970. For the next 5 years playing drums for Peter Gabriel fronted Genesis. Once Gabriel departed Phil Collins was the new lead vocalist. From 1976 to 1986, Genesis recorded several highly acclaimed and successful albums.

Going Solo

Phil Collins harnessed his songwriting skills and released "Face Value" in 1981. The album was a UK No.1 and sold more copies than all of Genesis's previous work. The heartbreaking ballad "In the Air Tonight" was a global smash. The song dealt with the break down of his first marriage. The song is like an open raw wound and showed an incredible songwriting depth. His next album "Hello, I must be Going" in '82, which had a UK No.1 single "You can't Hurry in Love" a cover song of the Supremes.

After focusing on Genesis albums Phil Collins released his most successful album "No Jacket Required" which made him a superstar. The album was very immediate and improvised which even won Phil Collins the coveted Album of the Year Grammy. The track "Sussudio" was a massive hit and a Phil Collins live standard. His love ballad "One more Night" was a hit. His relaxed and up tempo music was lyrically diverse from anything from that era. The upbeat music sounded positive and his live performances were always a fun filled affair. The album has sold over 10 million copies in the US alone. The world tour was also a success.

Live Aid Performance

Phil Collins is also remembered for his contribution to Live Aid song "Do they know its Christmas". He also managed to play both concerts - first appearing with Sting iat Wembley Stadium London and then flying Concorde to Philadelphia to play the show there. He also famously managed to bring Jimmy Page and Robert Plant together for a Led Zeppelin of sorts.

Another Side

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