GENESIS - Drum Duet \ Los Endos ( New Video Editing) Lyceum Ballroom, London 7th May 1980

[@67philipo]

I’ve been to and dozens dozens of concerts over the years, and nobody ever quite got close to them - and that includes the likes of Rush, Metallica, U2, and other heavy duty global touring bands. They just had this rhythmic synchronicity thing going on, and a stage presence, that nobody else could get near. I don’t think we’ll see the likes of this sort of thing again..

[@88BigEtrain]

Well, there's only one musical genius, a prodigy, or, as Phil's former teacher called him "a special kid"- due to his innate ability to detect and discern even the tiniest discrepancies in the heights and lows of musical tones (the famous incident occurring during a school choir's performance in England, when Phil was 5 ), and none of the bands have had anyone like him. "Phily" had never learned conventional tones, he had always played by ears, which had therefore ultimately translated into drumming masterpieces and eternal classics. No drummer could match him during his prime (which, in my personal opinion, arguably climaxed during the Genesis Invisible Touch Tour) in any shape or form, period. His "looseness, effortlessness, groove, the sort of "Let me smoke a cigar, while I'm drumming with one hand only" ease he had made his drumming look even during the most technically complex pieces, was unprecedented, unmatched and unparalleled. I don't care which drummer will be brought to my attention, I've seen them all repeatedly, they didn't possess any of those attributes. Phily's drum kit is also worth of mention. While it was mounted and set up at a n angle that it reached beyond 180 degrees, he was fluidly and naturally able to fully and PRAGMATICALLY use it at its entirety.during concerts, essentially at any given (needed) point. Which is to say, unlike, for instance Neil Peart, whose drum set was assembled at the angle of 360 degrees, pointless unless he used it entirely for his drum solos for the visual effect. Not that those blew me away by any means. Furthermore, Genesis couldn't be beaten when it came to instrumental songs. Simply no other band had a chance to best them in synchronization, chemistry, groove, tightness, laser and light effects and their timing. Flawless. Lastly, the best musical duo of all time consisting of Phil and Tony kept putting on insanely orgasmic sounds, tones and lyrics, every time the two happened to have prominent passages of songs together. Think of "Apocalypse 9/8", or the opening of "The Brazilian." I only wish they were able to compose just mere one album of their mastery.. It would mean an ultimate emotional orgasm for anyone who isn't tone deaf.

[@Some_Cat_]

@@88BigEtrain Couldn't agree more. Totally orgasmic music and performance.

[@shawnhapney8784]

@@88BigEtrain Yep!

[@markskerchock278]

Totally Agree..!! There Sound was and is "UNPRECEDENTED"

[@rogermimessi]

Well, I think that in terms of synchronicity, ELP has demonstrated that Carl Palmer's Percussion and Keith Emerson's Keyboards, in my humble opinion, has surpassed Genesis's !!! I saw several times them live, and, believe... they were able to "talk" with their "eyes" only !!! Amazing how they could "match" all notes in several songs !!!

[@MattonicAndLime]

He's just so good. Fluid and relaxed. Makes me so sad, so very, very sad that he cannot do this any more.

[@danbrown9085]

@Brian C My feelings exactly Quite the sacrifice for our behalf There are better drummers out there but none gave what he did

[@danbrown9085]

@Brian C Give Marscape a listen many members from Brand X you won't regret it

[@stevedrums1675]

@@danbrown9085: better technically. But certainly few if any as original and influential from the playing to the game-changing studio sound.

[@barking_mad6649]

Agreed. We all get old but it's still sad that he can't play anymore. I hold out faint hope that they might just record one last studio album with Chester or Phil's son drumming.

[@Rondo2ooo]

@@danbrown9085 Better now, because of drummers like him that days. Very sad, too! Can't stand seeing him sitting on that chair now.

[@garylyons9040]

I can’t help but always smile when I watch Phil Collins play drums. In a way it’s like watching my dog run; there’s such an abandoned joy in what he does (or did). Big damn hero.

[@edwardspearing5148]

Unabandoned... Our Gary of the Lyons family... But you summed it up very well /poetically methinks... Kudos unto you.. Sláinte a chairde... Eddie Boy..

[@MrGulstad]

And no one mentions Chester@@edwardspearing5148

[@drcarp7377]

Simply awesome. Chester and Phil, the greatest rock drumming duo live of all time. When you stand in that crowd, and they are banging hard on those drums, you can feel it vibrating deep down in your soul. Just epic!

[@monkeynuts1806]

Had the honour of seeing Genesis many, many times over the years - twice when Chester and Phil were both drumming. Anyone who has not seen these two virtuosos on stage at the same time has missed something that can not be demonstrated in video. You have to be there and feel the energy

[@josephknurek7795]

in your chest, and pant legs and shirt sleeves....a visceral thing you don't get unless you are there.

[@burraldo]

Tears fall from my eyes whenever I watch this amazing performance! Phil and Chester in their best moments! Genesis forever!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@thehightenor2596]

This is really modern classical music in the truest sense of that meaning - it completely transcends Rock n Roll.

[@g2macs]

Smart people say there could never be any time travelling 'cos they would all go back and shoot Hitler or something - do-goodie.......Bugger that! I would time travel straight to the front stage of every Genesis concert and revel in the greatest band bar none.

[@mantis1977]

best Genesis comment ever

[@flagirl33]

@@mantis1977 Agreed..

[@br8071]

Ah, to see Lamb Lies Down on Broadway live.

[@stevewarner3194]

I agree!!

[@mrneal9079]

if hitler had listened to Genesis there would have been no wars! Most Historians agree a lack of albums like Selling England By The Pound contributed greatly to the rise of the Nazi Party

[@Darkfatheroftheuniverse]

Thompson and Collins are unbelievable

[@truefilm1556]

Don't know how they did it, but Chester and Phil are like one. They always land on the exact same frame if you watch the footage (!) I'm sure Phil was totally at ease, banging out his wacky and awesome grooves, licks and fills (both powerful and fluid) while Chester was always with there right with him, not missing a single beat (literally). They both feel the exact same. Totally love it when they play two different grooves or variations together - and it dovetails perfectly each time - and grooving!!!! Goosebumps every time! When Phil took over the vocals, Chester always delivered a rock solid groove with his own touch and groove. I'm sure behind the focused stone face, Chester always loved every moment with Genesis (and Phil).

[@jeffclark1050]

Yes, they are in TIME. As are ALL the other band members. That's being a band !

[@Dalwhat]

Never underestimate the power of practice. ;-)

[@davehampsonofficial]

@@jeffclark1050 Try playing with another drummer. It's hard!

[@c.chouinard3282]

you have a VERY strong sense about feeling the music (specialy drums obviously). I bought a music magasin in the late 70' (don't remember witch one) and in an interview Phil said that when he say Chester playing for the first time, he was struck by the fact that this drummer's style was so much like is own ! He literally sait that "it was like almost looking at my self play drums" ! this is the moment that Phil ask Chester if he wanted to join Genesis.

[@MetteC5]

Oh, THANK YOU, truefilm - finally someone who gets Chester's pivotal role in Genesis and with Phil in particular - and who expresses it perfectly!!

[@davidskillman6406]

I think only mostly drummers remember that Chester played for frank zappa, weather report, and was rehearsing with Santana when he phil collins invited him to join genesis, that's an impressive resume. And phil collins is an amazing drummer, but is most remembered by the general public as a vocalist.

[@OndrausCissell]

When Mr. Thompson and Mr.Collins play together it is one of my most happy times listening to music !!!!!!

[@PWMoze]

I have seen Genesis a few times over the years and, to me, this is quite simply the pinacle, the best they ever got. When the Squonk theme comes back in at the end...shivers! Still moves me.

[@Skraboing649]

Phil's playing had it all. Powerful yet subtle. Technical yet tasteful; he also knew what NOT to play and WHEN to not play it. Legend.

[@88BigEtrain]

My boy Phil puts this stunning performance automatically into "instant drumming classics."

[@VitreousLamella]

Gosh, I can watch a young Phil on drums all day. He was a monster on the traps. And can he do those paradiddles any faster on Los Endos? I am blown away.

[@mikeshaffer4912]

+Vitreous Lamella Phil was the inspiration for me learning drums. I grew up listening to cuts like this, and his solo works. Just as later, Eric Clapton was my inspiration learning guitar. I need to get some drums and re-learn some things. This is absolutely brilliant!

[@VintageMdrummer]

My biggest influence for sure. I even had Gretsch drums make me a Phil Collins" drum set. I posted a video or two!

[@MattSingh1]

+Vitreous Lamella If you haven't already, you should watch the 1987 Wembley Stadium drum duet/Los Endos version, it's the best version they ever did.

[@twilight4192]

I love your passion for Phil's drumming! I've turned so many "Hipster-types" on to his work with early Genesis, Eno, and Brand X. Lady drum-geeks are awesome!

[@InstantvideocoachingExclusive]

In all honesty: It is the vey first time, that I have ever (!) seen this version (!) of this "combo". Drums-like: I am fully convinced that Phil Collins & Chester Thompson; They are on the exact heartbeat! They must be! :-) ... Anyhow: Wicked awesome - as always! ;-)

[@markuswolf1503]

Phil & Chester are so brilliant..

[@MagratheaLegend]

Yeah but Mikes bass lick at 3:10...

[@andyharris1457]

PC is one of the top 5 all time rock drummers. His studio work is magnificent and in my opinion, unrivaled.

[@marxnutz]

Some of the greatest drumming ever! I love this live version of this amazing track!

[@mantis1977]

Blown away! Unreal the chemistry, musicianship, and utter creativity!

[@soak1709]

Well said!!!!...and an incredible energy!!! 😃

[@keaveny63021]

damn... the communication between Phil & Chester is remarkable

[@19del69]

I saw them the first time at the Stanley Theater in Pittsburgh on the Duke tour - only about a month after this London Lyceum concert was filmed. What a fantastic band LIVE. Genesis is without equal.

[@TheMarkyMarx]

Amazing, what an epic bit of drumming. Chester and Phil were without doubt the best there ever was. Whenever I want to get fired up I put this on, it gets the blood going it is so triumphant. I saw this very concert two nights before around the corner at the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. I was 16! It blew my mind. A performance that I think was the best I have ever seen and I must have seen them 15 times over the years. Thanks for posting.

[@Jonalisa754]

I was 17 when I saw them the next year in Philadelphia. Thank God! We went two nights and it was life altering.

[@c.r.6492]

How I am addicted to watch this over and over.... thank you very much for posting it.

[@TheWatersandwich]

Hahaha that's great. I have also been finding myself listening to that intro over and over...and over. They nailed it.

[@danielcutting2796]

Because it's better than the studio cut 🌋. That's why

[@bkbeban]

May 7, 1980 at the Lyceum Ballroom, London. This is arguably along with the 1973 Shepperton show and the 1987 Wembley show, the most famous Genesis concert film of all time. The entire concert is on here as well as each of the individual songs from a number of sources. Just epic.

[@Eleventhearlofmars]

bkbeban I have a bootleg of a concert they did in the marquee club from 1982 that is epic, it has suppers ready on and one for the vine, eleventh earl of mar, dodo, dukes travels and many more, it's one of the best bootlegs I've heard, I love the Lyceum shows from 1980 as well though

[@richarddavies8496]

It was 2nd May 1980 at the Liverpool Empire for me on the Duke Tour. First ever concert as a 15 year old and it remains for me as their best performance i saw them on including all subsequent tours. Simply awesome touring band.

[@Eleventhearlofmars]

Richard Davies that's the one filmed by granada for the documentary wasn't it, they also did the video for duchess in the empire at the time

[@joerich1629]

It absolutely positively does not get any better than this!

[@stephenbrown310]

Phil and Chester a drumming force to be reckoned with 🥁🥁

[@BobSchoepenjr]

The best joint venture between two drummers ever

[@simonal1989]

"There's an angel standing in the suuuuunnnn... Wait to get back... HOOOOMMME"

[@mantis1977]

so awesome, that line at the end....

[@WintersWar]

freed.

[@nvtcapital8161]

When I hear it knowing it's for Peter, it hits me in the feels.

[@Cashiyado]

one of the best moments of the history of music...THANK YOU VERY MUCH !!!

[@Daarneo]

Phil's been my top "living" inspiration for forever. (Top "Dead" inspirations - Beethoven, Gershwin, Rachmaninoff, Chopin, Bill Evans, Miles Davis - you-know-the-drill...)

[@jeffclark1050]

This is of course one of the greatest of ALL times !!!

[@robertlamb2992]

That's how you duet! They rarley take thier eyes off each other, and they sound like one. Incredible talent and musicianship.

[@thehightenor2596]

Wow. Does rock and roll drumming get any better than this - hard to believe it can!

[@1aranel]

I’ve seen Chester & Phil a couple of times and hey are incredible. Thanks for posting this!

[@giuseppebitonti6985]

65 anni ancora i brividi e tanti ricordi beati con i Genesis.

[@TimJackson-eq6iy]

I have just been watching Phil and Chester playing with Brand X. There will never be another drumming duo like them.

[@robertprice9938]

Saw them live Knebworth 1978! Los Endos sheer brilliance live

[@doreenhannon2530]

I've seen them many times in concert. "Dance on a Volcano" is one of the best live rock songs you'll ever see.

[@bilbobigbollix7318]

I met Phil Collins in a Sainsbury's near Guilford (in the early 80s?).Nice chap.

[@TheMarkyMarx]

He lived nearby in Shalford.

[@stevehardisty6502]

I too met him, stateside in Cleveland, super nice and very jovial. Awesome mentor and musician!

[@davidedicastro9567]

They were at the peak in their career with this concert. Just magnificent!

[@Driver2616]

I saw them in The Apollo in Manchester on this tour (2nd night). The set list was the same as the one in the Lyceum in London two weeks later. Absolutely magnificent performance by the band. PC led from the front that night. His energy was astounding, interacting with the crowd, on the drums and bounding about the stage. The rest of the band were more than polished. The lighting was wonderful. A privilege to be there. Hard to believe it was 40 years ago.......

[@marvinlewis2144]

The best live piece ever recorded.genius

[@robertprice9938]

Great set of musicians

[@theLukedishwasher]

Just so lyrical. The best of the best.

[@timsears951]

Awesome performance

[@ct9737]

Two of the best on time drummers ever 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@robertstanislavski2828]

Just saw this version....one of their best solos....and you are correct when comparison to rush, metallic etc----there is a whole different sound with 2 drummers at the level they are and how powerful raw drums sound together....my brother and myself play drums and we would end our night playing along to this.......what a great and knock you on your ass song!

[@IggyNapster]

This video and this rendition is mind-blowing. I also really love seeing the crowd about a minute and a half in - they're completely captivated and really immersed in the music!

[@frankmurphyburr3598]

this is the best Genesis vid on youtube

[@camdetwiler938]

Frank Murphy Burr this or the los endos 1976 recording, but we both agree los endos is the best genesis clip

[@De_Futura]

@@camdetwiler938 The 76 one is better. There’s Hackett, Mike’s bass is more audible and Tony’s vintage keyboards sound better.

[@heikoendter9099]

Einfach unglaublich was Collins und Thomson da an den Drums gezaubert haben!!!!...

[@natacchione3269]

Saw them live 27 times. It never ever got old they simply were the best ever. Wish I would have appreciated it more.

[@simontufnell]

Wish I saw them even once! I just saw Steve Hackett, and that was amazing, he played Los Endos as the encore!

[@CowabungaSurfaris]

This song should be among the greatest ones mentioned as significant musical compositions in all of history. Don't ya think Bach and Beethoven would be tapping their feet and going wow? Wonderful posting...thanks so ,much... the band was starting to get really really good, eh? Like they wuzn't EH?. Magnificent footage. Amazing to progress thru the 76 recording of this same song to this version.

[@88BigEtrain]

Yes they would. Geniuses have respect for each other's mastery.

[@bimjones3597]

As a lefty I will say the BEST left handed drummer ever

[@pwhj3286]

I just got goosebumps on my goosebumps

[@patrickr.452]

Incredible drumming. Both are such underrated drummers. Interesting gear note, this probably the last time Phil played double sided toms.

[@vintagemxer9165]

What a tandem. They work as a unit. It can get messy if 2 drummers play different fills. These 2 have been playing together so long and know each other. They also have worked out fills that is critical and Chester plays time when Phil is playing the tom fills and percussion during Los Endos.

[@Islander2112]

It's so great that this was captured. What a performance, thanks for sharing.

[@simonarmstrong732]

saw these guys from around 78 onwards.....still think the Duke tour was one of the best. los endos one of my favs...5.00 bit awesome...thanks

[@vintagemxer9165]

Goosebumps good.

[@dadonaldd]

This show has been done many times by Phil Collins with Bill Bruford, or Phil with Chester Thompson. What AMAZING drummers, to be able to do this in sync with one another! GREAT video, brings back many memories of the days of these performance!

[@EP65]

Every duet was different. Awesome!

[@crocopor]

Não podemos esquecer do músico maravilhoso que é Chester Thompson! Enfim, simplesmente celestial! GENESIS 4 EVER!!!

[@franckbizouard3357]

Amazing Phil... and amazing Chester....

[@KM-ABZ]

Phil at his best, just the best band ever 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@zepgen8]

I saw this show In Birmingham UK.Superb.

[@SuperGroovy23]

Absolutely brilliant! Thanks!

[@sseltrek1a2b]

Phil is always in my top 5 list of the my favorite/best drummers...

[@deanstaller8231]

For me it was the ABACAB tour at the Philadelphia Spectrum when I was first introduced to this ballet!

[@michito46]

Phil y Chester. 2 geniales !!!!

[@carlosgale6777]

Perfect. No other word can describe this 🤟😋

[@kevintwomey4372]

What a venue to see these guys before they became a stadium band. My first time was during their ABACAB tour at the Garden in NYC. That was a pretty big space. Glad this was captured on film

[@TheAmarok87]

And yet they still managed to play small gigs in clubs or theatres on every tour since then (except for the Mama tour in 1983/84).

[@hql400]

....this is soooooo unbelievable good ... no words !!

[@marvinlewis9639]

best drums ever

[@Valentiniturat]

Not fast...THE FASTEST!!! They sound like ONE.GREAT JOB!!!

[@elishadrayton2041]

I love this song. You. Did a great job on it

[@alkebulansan]

probably the best band in the world, ever.

[@master1961k]

Wonderful

[@johnnykR9]

I’m all smiles watching those two dudes. yowza👊

[@kenbergren3903]

Just awesome. I saw this show in Milwaukee about the third weekend in June, 1980. Very cool to see this performance from the same tour.

[@KellyBezz]

WOW! Thanks for this gem!🥁

[@fabrizioarrighini7292]

semplicemente fantastici semplicemente i genesis!!! the best of music!!!

[@KyleDavisMusic]

That left hand!!! #frightening

[@davidlinnartist]

I saw them on this tour, as well as the earlier Trick of the Tail tour with the irreplaceable Steve Hackett. Such an incredible experience.

[@jeffhobbs941]

Bloody hell, how good is that?!! Thank you so much for this video, I've watched the drum duet three times in a row now, I'd better move on!

[@jamesmather2839]

Happy memories of the Ipswich gig on this Tour, a few days beforehand.

[@peterbondy]

Simply fucking awesome.

[@arfshesaid4325]

Chester always letting Phil take lead drums, class all the way, such an amazing accompaniment , it was amazing......

[@talibe801]

Phill was born to be a drummer and composer of beautifull music in Genesis and with his band,saw him live a few times the man was a show,its really sad to see him now...unfair for such a talented musician.

[@SOLOLULA2]

Un recuerdo fantástico!!!

[@chrisl7902]

Saw them in Manchester on that tour. My first ever gig. Effin amazing.

[@perromanchado]

Glorious!

[@DanConroy78]

This is what you'd call a clinic.

[@rubybridgewater4233]

Dan Conroy

[@IAmInfinitus208]

2:04 When that bass comes in... Man I love Genesis!

[@davidmansell5986]

Don't we all, my friend!

[@jamesvtm]

Amazingly brilliant work of art. We are not worthy but nonetheless you let us partake. Thanks Genesis.

[@ZekoLee]

AWESOME... thank you for sharing.. you do it so right 💙💚💙

[@estebangranados90granados94]

Out of this world.

[@phenixreturns]

Un tour de force à chaque fois pour cette tournée

[@thegrandman2535]

I think that’s the one drum set no tribute band can find