Phil Collins - 'In the Air Tonight (Live) Reaction! Two Words....The Drums!!!

[@mariaeisenhardt2296]

Us old Phil fans know he’s not a singer that plays the drum… HE’S A DRUMMER THAT CAN SING.

[@EireannAnnie]

Don't forget his Acting too...

[@davidbanachek7966]

He was just as exceptional a singer as he was a drummer-an impressive feat, considering how extraordinary he was behind the drums.

[@bettyrose959]

@@davidbanachek7966 He played drums, but he was a singer first. His first major role was the Artful Dodger in the West End production of the musical Oliver!. As an accomplished professional actor by his early teens, he pivoted to pursue a music career, becoming the drummer for Genesis in 1970 at age 19.

[@fredshred5194]

and play guitar and piano. And can write his own songs. Not a super fan but you can't deny his talent.

[@michaelbailey6365]

He plays a lot more instruments

[@HRConsultant_Jeff]

The guy with his eyes closed at the beginning and has the long white beard is the bass player to the stars Leland Sklar. He has been on nearly 2500 albums and played on tour with Toto, Phil Collins, James Taylor and many others over the years. He is a walking encyclopedia of stories of rock and musicians over the past 60 years and he still tours regularly.

[@terriebartholomew7871]

And he has a KZbin channel! ☮️💙😎

[@leannmiller7153]

Leland has played on over 25,000 albums! He has a fairly recent video, on his channel, of him and Phil catching up, and reminiscing. Leland’s on tour with Lyle Lovett.

[@lightatthecape2009]

Looks like Charles Darwin...

[@bettyrose959]

@@leannmiller7153 I believe he hold the most top of the chart hits by a single musician in history. The list of hits he's played on is mind boggling. People have no idea how long they have listened to that guy. He's probably playing Bass on their favorite song. It's crazy to think about, truly amazing career.

[@billearles3183]

You must be good if Santa is playing bass for you.

[@erod9088]

Phil is one of the greatest drummers of all time.

[@31carrier]

look up antion sanchez

[@erod9088]

@@31carrier Danny Carey is the greatest in the world, but he doesn't sing and write music like Phil that time-stamps people's lives from all walks.

[@neilpatrickhairless]

Just production techniques alone that Phil Collins pioneered have been being used on about every record made since Peter Gabriel II

[@opart]

@@erod9088 Danny Carey goes to see Tomas Haake, and Tomas goes to see Morgan Ågren ¯\_(ツ)_/¯... three drum gods.

[@philliplewis8006]

Not the greatest but up there with the best especially when you have to sing at the same time. regards, peaky blinders country........

[@julierowles6429]

I loved Phil since the early 80s and am now 62 and still listen to him on a regular basis.I feel bad when I look at him now with his back problems and health issues and the fact that he had to have his drum sticks taped to his hands towards the end of his playing.Its nice now to see that his son Nick has taken over the drum kit for him.

[@d.kyrstede3556]

Phil Collins suffered a spinal injury in 2007 that damaged the vertebrae in his upper neck and caused nerve damage. The injury was caused by years of playing drums in poor posture, which crushed his spinal cord. The injury has impacted Collins' ability to perform. He was forced to use a wheelchair at the final Genesis show in March 2022. Collins has said that he can barely hold a drumstick and that he will no longer be able to play drums. However, he will still tour with Genesis and perform vocals. His son Nic, who plays drums for the band Better Strangers, has replaced him on the drum. Phil will always be my favorite drummer.

[@FallenHellscape]

Thanks for the full info. I only knew 10%.

[@kbrewski1]

He drummed like a madman on Genesis' 2007 Reunion Tour. I saw 4 shows. I didn't detect any issues and those shows had a LOT of instrumental drumming. He must have aggravated it during that tour.

[@d.kyrstede3556]

@@kbrewski1 I think your right.

[@clarkmacgowan5114]

​@@kbrewski1 he actually dislocated a vertebrae in his spine at some point late in the tour. But the injury has been exacerbated by a couple of falls over the last 10 years. It got so bad he couldn't sing anymore because he couldn't take in enough breath to hit notes. Apparently in the last year he's become so much worse, he's practically immobile, he must use a wheelchair all the time. I find it also incredibly heartbreaking especially after seeing this magnificent performance.

[@rickward460]

🙏

[@patriciadavis1393]

In my humble opinion the only thing better than this legendary performance is watching people react to it for the first time😊😊😊 have a blessed day from Toronto😊

[@cathybrookeburt2616]

Phil was the drummer for the band Genesis. I saw an interview years ago & the interviewer asked him how it felt to be a singer who could 'drum a little'? He answered, "I've always considered myself a drummer, who could sing a little". Sadly, this performance was from his farewell tour.

[@kbrewski1]

This show was from 2004, far from the farewell tour. He toured with GENESIS in a Reunion Tour in 2007 where he drummed like a madman. He did tours both solo and another with Genesis a few years ago, but unfortunately cannot drum now.

[@Oxmustube]

I love when young reactors (and not so old) see him walking to the drum set and go HUH? The Tarzan guy????

[@Steffe]

You need to spend a few hours listening to Genesis and then looking at some live concerts with the band.

[@Steffe]

Guitar player and the other drummer both played with Genesis for thirty years.

[@kbrewski1]

@@Steffe They have names. Daryl Steurmer and Chester Thompson. Both in live Genesis and in Phil's solo band.

[@JeanineLint]

Phil Collins started playing drums at age 6. He was the drummer for Genisis. When the singer Peter Gabriel left the band, Phil took over lead vocals AND drumming. He is a drummer that sings.

[@marinamartinez6886]

That's a PERFORMANCE! Never tire of seeing this clip. 👍👍👍

[@jayski8082]

I can't imagine what it must have been like to be there when he play that. Intense af.

[@kbrewski1]

What must be appreciated is 1) the build up of anticipation 2) the perfect TIMING and PACING it takes to sing the tune while walking the stage casually, walking up the level and timing it PERFECTLY with sitting at his drum kit for the big drum fill.

[@Victoria-kv9oz]

Fun fact: I first heard this song on the premiere episode of Miami Vice. I had never heard it before that episode and it’s probably the most Iconic scene of the series; Crockett and Tubbs riding down the highway, at Night, chasing the bad guys, in Crocketts black Ferrari with In The Air Tonight playing in the background. Epic!

[@neilpatrickhairless]

That scene is gangster AF. Tubbs loading shells into the sawed off, sizing Crockett up

[@davemiii]

Agreed. That scene is iconic. Nothing like all the other TV shows at the time. Like a movie intro. And it was the intro to the whole series. Crazy.

[@martynsmith9640]

What a response to your wife cheating on you!

[@Blondemom2855]

Kathy here - Phil Collins was an expert on the drums, and when the lead singer for Genisus left, Phil stepped up and said he would sing. Hence, he became the lead singer of that band, before going out on his own. Unfortunately, his shoulders have taken a beating over the years and is not able to play drums anymore. His son took over for him a while, but from what I recently saw on another post, (don't hate on me if it is incorrect, lol) Phil's health is failing and he is no longer performing. But yes, this live version is one of the best our there. He was a drummer before he became a singer. And then became a drummer who can sang, as we say in the South! Have a great day gentleman!

[@tierbore1985]

I'm not a singer who plays a bit of drums, I'm a drummer that sings a bit. - Phil Collins

[@bettyrose959]

Was his singing that put him in the position to play in the music business. He had been drumming since he was 5, but was on stage singing long before he was hired as a drummer.

[@sandralybrand9425]

​@@bettyrose959No he played drums for Genesis and when the singer left he got the job. He loved drumming best, but his singing is unique! ❤❤

[@bettyrose959]

@@sandralybrand9425 Sorry, he hit the stage straight out of drama school as a kid. He didn't land his spot in Genesis until he was 19. He had already been on stage in England in what is the equivalent of Broadway productions. He played the Artful Dodge in Oliver, same as his classmate, Jack Wild. Who is famous for that role, and probably the actor you would know if you've seen Oliver before. Phil was a childhood actor before he started a music career. Although he was playing drums the whole time too. But he was already semi-famous before he joined Genesis for his acting and singing.

[@tierbore1985]

Yeah, gang. Take it up with him....

[@kbrewski1]

Saw GENESIS 10 times and PHIL COLLINS solo band 4 times in concert. You guys didn't know what you were missing. I saw Phil sing this song live 4 different times. No lip sync, no auto tune, always real live Phil.

[@docproc11]

That’s the same number of times I’ve seen Genesis and Phil Collins… Mine, we’re all in the UK apart from one in Amsterdam with Genesis

[@nighthawkde4522]

There was nothing like a Genesis or Phil concert. I’ve seen them both a lot too. Always amazing.

[@MarioBattaglia-yx4cb]

Phil Collins was a drummer in the band Genesis. After Peter Gabriel left the group as the lead singer, Phil became the new lead singer and remained the drum player. He is a singer, songwriter, producer, plays drums, piano and has been known to pick up a guitar on a song or two. During the 1985 Live Aid Concert in the U.S. & UK, he was the only singer to perform at Wembley Stadium in the Uk, then fly on the Concord a few hours to New York and catch a helicopter to Philadelpha to perform at the JFK Stadium, basically performing at the same Live Aid Concert on both sides of the Atlantic a few hours apart.

[@bscott5965]

Forgetting he was an actor as well. Played a drug dealing game show host on Miami Vice. As well as Buster, true story of the great train robbery in the '60's. And a great Australian comedy Frauds

[@jeremygray1331]

It’s hard to convey how crazy it was for us 1970s Genesis fans when Phil became one of the biggest pop stars of the 1980s.

[@looneygardener]

Saw Genesis live at Queen's University in Kingston Ontario Canada, in 1974. Insane! And $4.95 a ticket. Phil was the drummer.

[@5ft15jodi]

Phil is the best drummer on the planet…and he can sing too. Iconic drum drop!

[@christinewaide5249]

My favorite live video is when he walks from the back of the theater and ends up at the drums. It’s amazing!!

[@nighthawkde4522]

I can watch this a million times and it STILL gives me goosebumps. Phil is a legend.

[@Reba-123]

You need to listen to Phil sing live more … and yes he always sings Live no lip sync needed when you have pure talent

[@lisawilliams9504]

Not only can Phil sing he is one of the greatest drummers of all time. One of the most epic buildups in music history. ❤❤❤❤

[@loriprovencher8984]

Live Aid 1985 singing "Against All Odds" is another great live song. He plays piano and sings.

[@Brian_S_1971]

This performance was in 2004 -20 years ago and still resonates.

[@MrVvulf]

I'd love to hear this used at the climactic scene of "Ballerina" when Ana De Armas gets her revenge, John Wick style.

[@faith.s_mom]

I've seen this video prob a hundred times and watched dozens of reactions to it~ and I gotta say I loved the joy in your faces when he sat down with his kit and did his thing!! Thank you!!

[@crystalclearUK111]

Can we all take a moment or two to appreciate just how flaming hot he sounds singing live - yes this is an iconic song, but he is an amazing singer.

[@GodLovesComics]

The crowd started going crazy the moment they saw him walking up to that drum kit. Incredible drummer, but often overlooked is how soulful his vocals are. Also finally we had a drum solo that was short enough to keep Olli's attention.

[@m.gideonhoyle409]

Nobody could beat the ish out of a drum set quite like Phil...

[@tonyaristide2582]

Watched this video prolly 50 times , get chills every time great performance!!

[@poncandn1]

OMYGOSH HE HAS ANOTHER GEM!! GUYS i just got paid today, how can i get yall to watch phil collins i dont care anymore live perkins palace?????!!!!!

[@kalenaquinones7963]

One of the best live performances ever!!

[@TeresaMount-t9o]

One of the greatest! Thanks for the review

[@aphelionsea5320]

Also an actor. Actor, drummer, singer, composer.

[@jeffhogg4297]

I love watching people react to this version. So many of them may be moving a little to the music but once he starts on the drums their whole body starts moving. Even those of us with no rhythm can't help but rocking along.

[@gregjones861]

The power of the singing, shooting into the stratosphere, gaining power the more syncopated his drumming got. Spine tingling. Out of this world.

[@LOVE2BTHEONE]

This Phil Collins live performance was during his farewell tour, and even though it was performed over 20 years ago, it still sounds amazing today than when he performed it live back then.

[@KarenRauch-gf8ho]

I was at AAA waiting to do business when this song came over the PA. Business continued until just before THAT MOMENT. Everyone came to a complete stop/silence and then EVERYONE played "air drum" in unison! Then business as usual resumed. It was awesome.

[@sherrolromeo6705]

When when one thinks about how many hours they must have practiced Phil walking to the drums on time, it boggles the mind!!!!!

[@rk41gator]

PERFECTION! The perfect song, performed perfectly. The dude has played drums since 5 yrs old listening to Staxx Records and Motown. Check out Genesis. He sang and drummed with them. Phil Collins knows what he's doing. Tease. Bang. Tease. Then OH, BAM!

[@Reba-123]

Phil was also a child actor … played the Artful Dodger in Oliver on West End Stage and then the Lead in the movie Buster true story about one of the gang in the 1969s UK … The Great Train Robbery

[@Reba-123]

1963 not 69

[@evabyrum3327]

Anyone that is familiar with Phil Collins knows he plays the drums and sings, including this song. Most of those people were probably wondering where his drums were and started cheering when they finally saw them.

[@roderick617]

I first heard this song in the 80s when I was a kid and loved it then. Since I've been an adult and it has been brought back through reaction videos, I've noticed something. This is a MAN's song. It is simple, clear, relatable, yet it catches your attention, makes you curious about where he's going with this, by the time he gets to the drums you're excited, then it explodes! By the end, you feel like you just stepped off the wildest ride of your life. Men of all races and ages react almost identically to this performance, and I never get tired of seeing your reactions. Mr. Collins is a genius. This performance lets us all know that we may have heard the song before, but we hadn't LISTENED to the song before.

[@Old_Man001]

He was 53 years old when he did this concert in the Bercy neighborhood of Paris in 2004. Truly an amazing performance by Brad Cole (keyboards, synthesizers, Vocoder and, in what many people don't know, the arranger for this live version of the song)), Daryl Stuermer (6 String Guitar), the incomparable Leland Sklar on Bass Guitar, Chester Thompson (Drums) and Phil himself (vocals, drums). It was performed in front of 20,000 + people at the "Palais Omnisport de Paris" (now called "Accor Arena-Bercy") and truly was, if not the greatest, close to the greatest live performance ever. It was from his "Finally... The First Farewell" Tour and this particular concert in Bercy started with an amazing "Drums, Drums & More Drums" track performed by Phil and his other drummer, the previously mentioned Mr. Thompson. Incidentally, this track ("In the Air Tonight") was the 17th in the tracklist sandwiched between Separate Lives and Dance into the Light. Phil had the energy he had in this song all the way through to the end of the concert (as did his musicians). Now that he can no longer drum, his son Nicholas plays drums almost as well as the old man did--literally--Phil is in his 70's now. His son was on the Domino tour with Genesis last year and it seems to have been Phil's swan song. Oh and of course, his daughter Lily is rapidly becoming a famous actress in her own right. So, he's still doing alright I suppose (tongue in cheek).

[@bradrichert3966]

Saw this tour. This OPENS the show. You should see & hear what comes after! OMG!

[@Lonewolf-i8p]

My generation of music. Miss the live concert vibes of that time. ❤

[@bella-xp7qd]

He was a drummer before he was the lead singer.

[@Lilione111]

Corey has such a vibrant, infectious smile. You can feel the joy he experiences with music. He also seems to be the most open to different kinds of music 🧡

[@dawnhall2400]

I adore Corey ❤❤❤ These guys are great...love them all😊

[@dawnhall2400]

Doesn't he? I love to see him get into a song!!

[@Lilione111]

@@dawnhall2400 yeah. I do like them all, but he’s my favourite 😄

[@xerxesalmighty9444]

Agreed. Corey seems like a person who oozes positivity. Who wouldn’t want to be around that? I enjoy the different personalities and takes on this channel. Keep up the great work fellas.😊

[@JohnKaphingst]

Phil Collins was the original drummer of genius. Before Peter Gabriel left. Than Phil? The drummer stepped up and said I can sing too!!

[@Scooter30FTW]

Everyone at that performance that knew Phil plays the drums knew what was going to happen as he made his way up to the drum kit.

[@RM6737]

Yep. I love Phill's sense of humor, when many in the audience start to think that he might not play the drums or not get there in time, he turns around and says "don't worry!"

[@ddraiss]

I've watched probably close to a hundred reactions to this video. Watching the enjoyment Corey Roy showed watching this made me subscribe !

[@vernhoke7730]

There's another great video, well they're all great, of Phil and Chester Thompson, his other drummer, doing a drum duet then going into "Take Me Home" which gets everyone in the building involved from this same show.

[@carojayess1723]

Loved seeing your faces when Phil hit those drums! 🔥🔥💕

[@JoeSmith-ey2xp]

The ultimate beat drop.

[@Gamesso1slOo0l]

Phil had a very troubled personal life but it did lead to the creation of a lot of great songs

[@jimquackenbush2821]

I'm glad you guys got to see this one. I saw it a thousand times , never gets old ! 🤟😎

[@direnova6284]

He's been my favourite drummer for 50 years. In the seventies he was regarded by many as the best drummer in the world ( there are always a few regarded as the best but just to get in that group is an achievement)

[@kendalton2115]

I've been waiting for this moment.....

[@carojayess1723]

All your life? 😅

[@jenniferwood3643]

@@carojayess1723oh noooooo…..

[@user-or1ye3iz6d]

Phil Collins is known for his drumming

[@nastynick8709]

Makes me think of Miami Vice every time. Love the reactions guys. Have a listen to " I Don't Care Anymore".

[@DavidSmith-vx7rl]

I haven’t seen all your reactions guys, but that’s the most animated I’ve seen OlliWooDDA during a song. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@glyngasson8450]

Phil was definitely one of the greatest drummers around. He played drums on the first 3 Brand X albums, they were an instrumental jazz fusion band.

[@SoniT]

Bravo Phil Collins! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@davidbanachek7966]

Phil was quite an accomplished drummer. He had a drummer named Chester Thompson that played drums during live performances during his prime solo career, but it was always Phil on drums in the studio recordings. Phil also played live a little, but it was mainly Chester on the live performances. In his recent tours, Phil's son Nic took over playing drums during his live concerts. He's a talented drummer too and only 23 years old.

[@cynthiaschultheis1660]

THIS NUMBER WAS SO PRECISELY CHOREOGRAPHED!!!!👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@funnyeveryday-vn3nq]

Legend.

[@christopherhuot2826]

When Phil sits down and hits those drums 🥁, it still makes my hair stand up 😅

[@jameslochridge4265]

Phil and Chester Thomson were awesome, two of the best ever. Congrats gents you do the best reaction videos on the net.

[@barryharris4967]

The drums were hidden until he got up to them they came up from the floor

[@Broomrider1492]

I love Phil Collins and this song. Now you need to listen to VoicePlays' Acapella cover of this song. They are a totally independent group. Doing everything themselves. Arrangements, filming,directing, editing, lighting, sets, etc. Their cover takes me back to 1980s Miami Vice.

[@sarahrose1665]

A Guy commenting said, " PHIL IS BEATING THOSE DRUMS LIKE THEY OWE HIM MONEY... Ha-ha-ha-ha 😄...INDEED ! 💕🙋🌹🇺🇸👍

[@thisisitreactions]

LMAO! Top tier comment!

[@paulamatthews9639]

I also looked at the live performance of Mama at Knebworth. Another great song that sounds better live. Maybe have a listen, guys, and if you think it's worth it, put it on your channel.❤ Btw, I totally loved your reaction, Corey, real appreciation for Phil!

[@cynthiaschultheis1660]

A MUST HEAR--- " I LOVE YOU MORE THAN YOU'LL EVER KNOW" BY EARLY BLOOD, SWEAT & TEARS.. IT IS A HUGE BLUSEY BANGER!!!!👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@joelong7448]

I LOVE that album. I'm not tryin to be, any kind of mannn, I'm tryin to be somebodyyy, you can love, trust, and understand...

[@gailhill5734]

Perfect song, perfect and superbly timed performance 🎉

[@deborahdennehy9937]

So iconic Phil was. This particular song 'In the Air Tonight' on stage really was sensational & unforgettable!! All props go to the whole band there too! Watching Phil going to the drums was fabulous. He first came in a band it was Genesis, & he was the drummer, Peter Gabriel was the lead singer at first. But when Peter Gabriel left Phil Collins both sang & played drums which was just incredible, he really was brilliant. What a singer/drummer/songwriter he was. I know he is still alive but no longer plays the band anymore. Chester Thompson also played drums with him, particularly 'In the Air Tonight' -excellent duo!!!

[@DCsLGTV]

Left Handed Drummer That Sings!

[@sandyczarnetzke7141]

Oh my gosh this is such an epic performance by Phil. A drummer first that can also sing. For us old Genesis/ Solo Phil fans his music is timeless.

[@396Cap]

Phil is the best. Unparalleled talent. A drummer who can sing. 😊Great reaction. Thanks. By the way, you would enjoy Drums, Drums and More Drums from the same concert.

[@barryserpa5174]

This song was part of one of the greatest scenes in television history ! The pilot episode of Miami Vice

[@flubblert]

Ha! The dude was a drummer before he was a vocalist. He was the drummer for progressive rock group Genesis. Took over lead vocals when Peter Gabriel left. The rest as they say is history.

[@richardconnolly4835]

Simply one of the best live performances ever!

[@genecase9464]

Saw an interview with Phil on The Tom Snyder Show back when it was first released. If I'm remembering correctly, he said that album was written after the breakup from his first wife. The drums on this track were recorded in his bathroom for acoustics. He was as surprised as anyone that this song became such a huge hit.

[@CarlDalach-px4cj]

This is why we love Phil. Plus he was suffering b spinal arthritis. And still killed it. I'm old. He's always been good. He just kept getting better over the years. I loved him from the git

[@karenwalsh1143]

Loved all y'all faces when he hits the drums 🥁 ❤

[@VegasAlien1]

Phil was one of the greatest prog drummers and in my top 5 of influences. I saw him twice on Genesis' Mama tour and he was a helluva showman. His Gretsch concert tom kits had a signature BARK to them. You always knew when Phil was playing on a track in the 80s when you heard them. His work with Brand X was amazing, though not as commercial as his solo or Genesis work.

[@Lisa-lq8xz]

One of my favorite songs. I've loved it, since it came out. Old lady here, lol.

[@catherineday951]

Love how the crowd reacts when they see the drums...and then, of course, when he starts playing.

[@tinapatterson5022]

It's Fire! 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@jackthejackx1408]

You really really really need to watch the live version of DIRE STRAIGHTS with sultans of swing!! Absolutely phenomenal !!

[@marleiaisenhoward1891]

He nailed this one!! Still one of my favorites my era!!!!😊

[@Lonewolf-i8p]

PERFECTION! ❤

[@jasonw586]

One of the greatest drum drops EVER!

[@judyhuurman1237]

LOVE LOVE LOVE Corey's reaction.

[@illastration1]

I love seeing and sharing joyous reactions to music. Corey was locked in.

[@PatriciaPeters-ys7yq]

Love to you guys always love your reactions and comments thank you so very much❤️

[@thisisitreactions]

Much love!!! Thanks for rocking with us!

[@bettyrose959]

So, the story goes something like this. When Peter Gabriel left Genesis and after a search for a new singer seemed to be going nowhere, Phil, who had been singing the parts during these auditions said 'why don't I just sing.' It is told that a few record executives were over heard saying 'this will never work, Phil doesn't have the face to be a lead singer.' A few years later and after a label change Genesis went on a hiatus. Phil went into the studio to record this album. When it came down to a name for it, Phil said 'Face Value' and put a close up picture of his face as the album cover.

[@singluna888]

No matter how many times I watch this video it's still HOT! Best live performance ever!

[@Seanriver316]

Phil Collins plays several instruments including the drums, piano, trumpet and trombone.👍

[@Vee1music-lover]

Never gets old watching reactions to this! Best damn live performance EVER! Such an impeccable, stunning, mesmerizing performance! And that’s why Phil is Phil! The most iconic divorce song on the planet too!

[@christineremmer5514]

Goosebumps every time great performance ❤

[@jonsmith527]

BEAST