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EPISODE · May 24, 2026 · 5 MIN

Phil Collins on his career, health issues and how his music has transcended generations

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Phil Collins' legendary career is defined by his transition from a technically brilliant progressive rock drummer to one of the most successful pop icons in music history. Over more than five decades, he has sold over 150 million records globally, both as the frontman of Genesis and as a solo artist. Despite facing major, debilitating health challenges in recent years, his music continues to find massive relevance across new generations.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/today-explained--6659607/support.Don’t miss our latest episodes! follow us to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support our podcast to serve update news entire the world!

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