Phil Collins

Progressive Rock Bands

Phil Collins is an English singer, drummer, songwriter, record producer, and actor. He was the drummer and later lead vocalist of Genesis, joining the band in 1970 and taking over lead vocals after Peter Gabriel left in 1975. Collins also developed a successful solo career, beginning with Face Value in 1981. He performed with Brand X, formed the Phil Collins Big Band, and is associated with a distinctive gated reverb drum sound.

Born: 30 January 1951
Genesis role: Drummer and later lead vocalist
Solo debut album: Face Value (1981)

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Article: Phil Collins (English Wikipedia)
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