Phil Collins, the renowned Genesis drummer, and lead singer has achieved great success in the music business throughout his illustrious career.
Alongside Michael Jackson and Paul McCartney, he is one of only three musicians to have sold more than 100 million records both individually and collectively. Collins, who was raised by creative parents and was born on January 30th, 1951 in London, England, was exposed to music at a young age.
His distinctive sound was created when, at the age of five, he acquired a homemade drum kit from his uncle that included tambourines, triangles, cymbals, and small drums.
Essential bands like The Shadows led the way as the English beat scene started to emerge. Collins would later lead this movement and frequently play social events thrown by his parents’ boating club.
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