We Built Phil Collins' Legendary Drum Kit (And Phil Plays It!)

[@Aleiuta75]

This documentary about Phil is wonderful....but at the same time it's so sad...seeing him behind the drums with the awareness of not being able to play it anymore is really a blow to the heart...Phil you are and will always be one of the greatest sources of inspiration for all of us drummers, we love you!!!

[@stevemuzak8526]

Look at things other way. He recorded so much music for us and it's gonna be here forever. Always look at the bright side of life.

[@CurtisAClark]

@@Aleiuta75 I agree with you. Mr. Collin’s is definitely one of my personal favorite drummers. Between Phil’s cut thru the mix playing style, along with some other very well known, Neil of RUSH, his technique & Tommy Lee of M.C. With his attack on the drums, combined all 3 together you have an unstoppable powerhouse time keep. I think Phil has just that, technical finesse and power play rocks the world. Forever will Phil’s iconic playing style live on beyond my time on Earth that’s for sure. 👍

[@jorgejoalp21]

No sé ustedes pero yo cerré mis ojos y ví tocar a Phil Collins.Gracias Phil tu energía traspasa el sonido sos una leyenda viva.El sonido de tus ejecuciones en la batería perdurará para siempre GRACIAS PHIL COLLINS 🥁

[@hunedog8693]

@@stevemuzak8526 I agree wholeheartedly celebrate his Legacy that my friend lasts forever.

[@MWayne-zz1cr]

Phil absolutely worked his tail off for 50 + years. It's very sad that he can't drum anymore, but boy what an amazing legacy that he has created.

[@MapleFried]

Phil Collins is my grandfather's favourite drummer. He's going through Paleo right now and only has a few weeks left to live and when I told him you made a documentary he demanded to watch it with me. Thank you for the work you do, Brandon and Drumeo crew!

[@wadebrewer7212]

That's fantastic he gets to watch it. Bitter sweet, but spend the time with him, please. Thank you forbsharing with us.

[@chrislinhares7311]

Paleo? Do you mean Palliative care?

[@MapleFried]

@chrislinhares7311 Oh god, my autocorrect... Yes, thank you lol gotta make more of a habit to proofread before posting

[@carpediemarts705]

Good job grandson. Take him to a show?

[@carpediemarts705]

Autocorrupt shucks ​@@MapleFried

[@La_sagne]

im so happy that nic became a drummer.. keeping the collins drumming alive

[@anton6795]

Well Phil do have an older son who's also a professional drummer.

[@jerometremble4770]

We watched him grow up******🏆🏆🏆

[@brian32151867]

This man is the reason I wanted to play the drums. I've been an admirer of his work for most of my 50 years on the planet. Seeing him sit down at the kit brought up a lot of emotions. Wishing him all the best. Thanks for everything, Phil.

[@IThinkYouLookLarvely]

He's also the main reason I wanted to play drums. But, I've never been good enough and ended up on keys. So for me, that knocks a lot of drummer jokes on the head 😅

[@jerometremble4770]

All of us

[@jerometremble4770]

​@@IThinkYouLookLarvely It made us try it

[@jasonsangwin4006]

Just to see him sit behind the kit again is a treat. He is an unbelievable drummer.

[@thebenke]

It must be such a pain sitting down knowing you can't play anymore. Great drummer, great person and great video. Cheers Drumeo!

[@chrislinhares7311]

It's pretty clear that he doesn't care that much anymore. He has drummed enough in his long career.

[@mico6155]

​@@chrislinhares7311 I completely disagree. If anything it seems like he doesn't want to sit there because it makes him sad he can't play anymore.

[@af7119]

@@mico6155 that's exactly the vibe I got.

[@lukejones540]

I'm sure Phil is at peace knowing Nic is taking over the torch. I started music because of my Dad and he will always be my inspiration. My Dad and I actually went to go see Phil Collins in concert and it was one of the best father and son moments I have had.

[@TheGentleCreepers]

Phil lived a very very fulfilling life and seeing Nic pays tribute to his father's legacy while he's still with us is probably a proud moment for him as a parent and a drummer.

[@underdogoverland]

Seeing Phil regrip that stick, just those few hits, what an absolute LEGEND. Nic, you're truly amazing for all that you're doing and keeping it all going!

[@WarmasterSidious]

Drumeo reignited my passion for drumming a year ago and I’ve grown so much cause of it. Thank you!

[@AnodyneHipsterInfluencer]

I love seeing Nic and his father together and how quick Nic is to help him along. A positive father-son relationship like that is such a wonderful and important thing and sadly, increasingly rare. I'm so glad to see they cherish eachother.

[@Rev1Kev]

As a Non musician, but a life long admirer of music, and the drums my favorite instrument, I must say the Phil Documentry was one of the best I’ve watched. Phis is a living legend , and one of my personal favorite Drummers.

[@CurtisAClark]

One of the greatest time keepers to ever grace the stage. I’m a right handed player and watching Mr. Collin’s left hand or South paw dominate just blew me away. “Meat & Potato’s” drumming, never to much, but, just enough to make the song just “GO!” Play style is incredible. I have always loved the concert Tom’s made by Gretch or Ludwig just cut thru the mix of other instruments, kick to the gut open, raw sound just wakes up my inner demons and away ya go. Mad mad respect to Mr. Collin’s, his drum tech and the mixing crew for giving to us, the drumming world, those iconic fills I was able to pack away and use myself. 48yrs on the kit myself. I love every minute of it! Thank You. ❤

[@TheEnderBand]

knowing in his heart, Phil always considered himself a drummer above all else, it's so sad to see his body physically unable to do what he loves the most. But none of us last forever. And thankfully we have all those years and all those wonderful records and songs to listen and look back to. And even though he never loved the sound of his own voice, he had one of the most unique and wonderful voices of all time- and he was generous enough to step up even when he wasn't fully convinced of his own skill as a vocalist. Phil is truly a humble and great musician

[@noahcalland8316]

I'm not a Genesis fan, nor am I particularly a huge Collins fan (not that I dislike either, I've just never listened to them much as it was never my style of music), but hearing Nic play that fill on Phil's kit sent chills down my spine. Truly a heartwarming moment.

[@chrislinhares7311]

His drumming on the early Genesis records was fantastic.

[@alistairwhite2906]

It sounded perfect.....

[@pal4597]

The sound of that kit is epic. Thanks Drumeo... awesome interview. Nic seems like such a nice and humble lad.

[@TheDude81]

Thanks to Phil I started play drums in age of 13. It's been over 10 years now! Thanks Drumeo! PS. Concert toms rules!💪

[@andrewmcgee1001]

I've always held Phil in the highest regard as first and foremost, an incredible drummer who just happened to also sing. My brother turned me on to Genesis (as well as other Prog bands) when I was maybe 13-14 years old. It was contagious and I couldn't wait to get home from school to listen to 'Foxtrot' or 'Nursery Cryme'. Thank you Phil for sharing your talent and passion to all your fans.

[@brucelee4996]

I enjoyed every minute of the documentary. The location was beautiful. Great Job Nic, and Drumeo.

[@JoshuaPlaysMusic]

BY FAR my favorite Drumeo video yet!!! Phil Collins is an absolute LEGEND! To hear all the cool stories, and all the history, was so satisfying and nostalgic!

[@tymanngruter1808]

This kit is a dream come true, i have tears in my eyes to see that Phil can not play it.❤

[@Anrk_Music_Drumming]

I think one of the best drummer in the world. A drummer with his own style. A big inspiration for a lot of beginer or confirmed drummer

[@azjohn520]

I love that you guys have done this. I love even more that his son seems to really understand how lucky he is to be a drummer, with Phil Collins as a Dad.

[@ch3nz3n]

12:15 - There it is

[@andersono1983]

The whole documentary is just great! It got me emotional many times even in the days after I watched it.

[@ParanormalAttack]

father and son have such a vibe, two legends. reminds me how much I miss my parents ❤❤

[@FreeQueenSee963]

While watching the full interview (twice in 2 days) I had to keep reminding myself that Phil Collins is still very much alive and kicking right now. Looking back together was so precious as his transition from drummer to lead singer was the background music of my younger years. What a wonderful gift. I pray Phil Collins and his family have many more years of new memories together. Well done, Nic and Drumeo team and thank you for sharing this interview with us all! 47 y.o. lady who just started to learn the drums myself!🥁🎶❤

[@BrandonToews]

Thank you, Phil ❤

[@nickhallam9868]

Respect to Phil for his entire career, but, for me, his Genesis playing up to Wind & Wuthering was magical. I love the old clips you can now find of him on a very small kit in the mid-70s and then had the priviliege of seeing him on the Seconds Out tour, which is still one of my all time favourite live shows.

[@tenn_ore]

So cool that Nic embraced his heritage and honors his father. You just know that as much as it hurts to not be able to play with his son he loves passing on his knowledge and feels like he's living on vicariously through Nic.

[@ARGCDG]

For a period of time in the 80’s, it was a fight between Phil and Lionel for who was the man. An Amazing performer who brings back memories of my youth.

[@captaincool5387]

4:46 Nick's smile when his dad brings up the speed king is great. You can tell he genuinely loves his Dad. You are so lucky just to have a drummer as your dad, let alone Phil Collins.

[@MrTheBaron]

The last time Phil played that drum kit was late 2010 when drummed for Clapton for The Prince's Trust concert. He managed to keep it steady, though I imagined it took a lot to keep a grip on the sticks. Seeing him behind that kit again a decade later and hitting the toms was a bittersweet moment.

[@steveec9704]

Where did the time go ? Phil is one of the greatest artist of the best period in rock history this is incredible man you keep knocking Drumeo out the ballpark 🤘

[@diegopeart]

His demeanor changed when he saw the kit.. and when he sat on it, one can see he wistfully going back down memory lane just before grabbing the sticks. I bet his head was rushing with images and sounds. Playing a bit on the toms, you see him come to terms that that part of his life is done. His stories and experience in the documentary are extraordinary. He's one of the GOAT indeed.

[@donceldrums7917]

1:43 The King's Throne. 😁🥁🥁

[@FusionHowie]

This is absolutely incredible! LOVE the fact Phil risked his sponsorship for the sound of the cymbal ! PLEASE Listen to Brand X , it will change your drumming life forever! Helpful sad side note observation, a drum throne/posture is THE most important gigging lesson says this 62 year old musician. Left handed open tom sound is safe and in good hands with Nic. Peace from Detroit MI.

[@FLASH-MATT]

A true living legend. Every drummer owes him something. Sad to see him struggle and suffer. Great courage, huge talent. 😮 👏 This kit should be in a museum...

[@randomwave_999]

absolute legend, love what you've done with phil drumeo

[@leokimvideo]

If only this was part of the full documentary. It always had a feeling the most important scenes were left out, but why?

[@groovewithpassiondrumlesso2348]

It’s so Awesome to see Brandon and Nic setup an iconic drumkit for an iconic drummer. Kudos to Drumeo for putting this together. It would be so cool if Phil could play the In the Air Tonight fill one more time. 😊👍👏💪👊🥁

[@stevemuzak8526]

This is pure gold material to all music lovers.

[@MarinedrummerSGT]

Aging is a evil reality, time is a cruel task master. Love ya Phil😊

[@Jakawajaka]

An absolute monster drummer , as is his son !!

[@fromulus]

I'm glad that Mr Collins can still enjoy other aspects of life even if drumming is no longer one of them. He can still smile and laugh, he's got free time to spend with loved ones, beautiful homes, and a lifetime of incredible memories. Soak it all in Mr Collins.

[@coreym8145]

Thanks for all your contributions Phil Collins! You music is incredible

[@sweetwilliam5150]

Time stops for no one. The days go by slow but the years go fast. God bless Phil Collins. What an inspiration and legend.

[@CW19941]

As a tribute to Phil, I was playing my Gretsch Catalina Maple kit without the reso heads, and there is something about that sound I love🤘🏻I didn't realize Phil had used Gretsch drums.

[@gbarrancos1]

A Gift to us all. Essential to get this documented! Thanks Drumeo

[@chrisgeorge9388]

Such an amazing musician. A huge influence on my own playing and a millions of others as well. Total respect to him. 🙏🥁

[@loucontino4804]

Contact Dinah Gretsch to put Phil’s kit in the Gretsch Museum. Tony Williams Yellow Kit is there and this should be invite as well.

[@relp78]

Love it! What a talent and to see his son doing it too is amazing!

[@GooeyGluey]

As a drummer, this would be a Christmas present dream -- finding these with big bows on them! I played concert toms when I used to play.

[@Nikonfanboy1982]

I remember the way Phil moved people when I was a kid.. In the air tonight was constantly on, that song could make the most non drummer into an air drummer. You'd see people in their car (tuned into the same radio station you are) playing along with that song. I didn't appreciate him enough. Its funny you don't realize how special things are till they are gone. Now I feel lucky if I hear in the air tonight come on my local radio. Even tho its better than 90% of the shit they play today. We can get sick of even the best things and take them for granted.

[@yanosjr]

Phil is one of my favorite artists. It fills my hart to see him again. Take care Phil.

[@agoed65]

Phil!!! I saw him live, one of my most cherished memories...thank you! And thank you Nic and Drumeo❤

[@mejsjalv]

What a house. A perfect place to listen to some Genesis at full volume.

[@einerreklov4304]

Thanks to you and Phil's son Nic for letting us see Phil again, even for a short time. Genesis to Collins - all great!

[@DavidLuther]

I can‘t even… Thank you guys. Thank you. ❤❤❤

[@osvaldoluna8863]

One of my top and most favorite drum influencers, the one and only Phil Collins 👏👏👏🥁🥁🥁!!

[@Levelsofangerband]

Such a precious man. Deserves every bit of drumming credit.

[@scottapthorpe6172]

A legendary drummer, a lot of people only know him for playing on in the air, but he did so much more than that, a sound and a feel like no other...

[@adamc209]

Fantastic 👏🏻 look forward to this. Phil is a legend

[@sundaru1]

Like to watch how carefully Nick touch and treat those instruments its kind of respect

[@2112JRL]

Phil - So many great memories of listening to that amazing old Genesis stuff and trying over and over again to play your parts. Especially Supper's Ready - Apocalypse in 9/8! Love u man.

[@victoriabodenham6736]

Loved this and the documentary on Phil , thank you so much for making it .

[@ikuep]

This is bitter-sweet. It's beautiful though. Truly beautiful.

[@joaodepaula]

I cried so much watching this episode! This is a privilege!

[@andrerenault]

Those drums sound fantastic even without being miked.

[@41-4E-4F-4E]

Amazing, I was lucky enough to see his “not dead yet” tour opening night in Paris and in Birmingham. What. A. Legend. Another Day in Paradise… best song EVER!!

[@raymondvaughan6262]

Great to see phil behind drums the look on his face shows it some people thought was just singer always a great drummer right from 60.s 70.s great the prog years and in brand x all the way through thanks phil made a lot of people happy

[@jameskirkbydrums]

one of my good friends worked with phil as drum tech then head tech for genesis, brand X and phils solo career :) he has so many good stories from phil and his career with him :)

[@danflak2370]

First time I heard the gated Phil Collin's sound I was blown away!! That's the way they should sound in the mix, smack you in the face, right up front! Turned everyone into an air drummer😝

[@nyartisticwriter]

I consider myself so lucky to have seen Phil drum twice with Genesis and three times solo.

[@itsposhtalk]

Obviously Phil is an incredible drummer. But man, this year I really took to his solo work. “Hello, I must be Going…” is one of my all time favorite albums now. I listened to it all summer.

[@nightcrawleroriginal]

That setup has a great sound. 👍 😊

[@joshuaschmidinger3993]

This was great and nostalgic to see, what a legend and influence phil has been in my drumming, song writing and life 👏 cool to have nick as well to give another perspective as someone who played the songs trained by the master. I also loved seeing him play avanged 7x 😎👌 love drumeo and what you do, thanks brandon.

[@johne5543]

Such a touching and heartwarming video!

[@mikefox6631]

Your channel is a blessing. Thanks for your content! Peace.

[@RickMichaelis63]

what a great video. I’m at a loss for words. He is a legendary drummer and what an awesome drum kit

[@sergiozdrums]

I love you guys! thank you for all the DRUMEO staff for putting this together

[@davidhaney1394]

spot on Phil , "Don`t over play" . !

[@tkr157]

Long live Phil Collins. Thanks and respect for so much great music.

[@Daniel-RunToRoyal]

We love you, Phil!! A true weapon!! 💪🏽

[@pioneer318]

Легенда!👍 Обожаю все что связано с Филом Коллинсом,его голос и раскаты грома на ударных пробирает меня до глубины души ❤

[@pablovazquez8386]

Phil is my hero!!

[@carvag9092]

He gave us all one last little gift. He sat behind it and played it! As to say 'Here you go'.

[@davidmcleod1098]

I love Phil Collins. 💯 I love your Dad, I think he's awesome. I bought my Gretsch set because of him. And I'm also a lefty.

[@williamvillalobos1590]

Best drummer ever known , l love his music , great hearted person , God Bless Phil Collins.

[@vintagemxer9165]

He was an artist on the drums. He and Bill are my favorite prog drummers.

[@HarryJoiner]

Love you Phil. Thanks for the endless inspiration. 🍻

[@tresjordan982]

I can’t tell you how happy this made me watching Millenials trying to put primordial drum gear together !! 😂😂😂 the thrones in particular !! There was always things like bass drum creep… cymbal stands collapsing … missing hi hat shaft….it never ended😂 And we were triple AAA rockers with few roadies!! I played an Iron Cobra recently and it played itself it was well engineered!!

[@antonyrichardson6895]

Saw him at Twickenham 2007 brilliant a class act and a great entertainer

[@nickvranken9228]

Legend. It made me cry to see him this way

[@robertociai6205]

So beautiful I must stop lookin at it. Phil looking at the sticks as if they were children lost, is somethin that breaks my heart

[@beamifrend]

This was great therapy for me. Rest old boy, you've done plenty 🥁

[@tommynikon2283]

I can’t drum anymore (hand diseases)…but saw Genesis in the day, and his solo efforts. SO cool that Nick is carrying on. AND…I had the Speedking pedal also…on my Ludwig white marine pearl. -69

[@dreib9660]

THIS. IS. AWESOME! Legend!!

[@monsieurlehigh4912]

Decades ago Phil used to play the Promark Billy Cobham model where he always cut one inch off the butt end.

[@neaituppi7306]

Being mainly a guitarist, the last time I sat at an acoustic drum kit was when it had all that stuff that Nic was like, 'what is this??" Apparently it has changed.