Industry May 12, 2026
Phil Collins on leading Genesis after Peter Gabriel's departure
“In the end, my wife said, ‘Why don’t you do it, Phil?’”
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MusicRadar
Phil Collins discussed the challenges Genesis faced after Peter Gabriel's departure, noting that some listeners found the band's earlier material too unconventional. There was significant concern within the band about their ability to continue successfully without their original frontman. Ultimately, Collins was encouraged by his wife to take on the vocal duties, leading the band toward superstardom. Originally reported by MusicRadar.