Phil Collins suffering from health problems, can 'barely hold' drum sticks

[Diamond_Dog]

(CNN)Phil Collins says he is no longer able to play the drums due to health issues.

The musician, who is 70, appeared on BBC Breakfast with his Genesis band members to promote the group's reunion tour, and Collins said his son, Nic Collins, will be drumming with the band going forward.

As for not drumming, Collins said, "I'd love to but you know, I mean, I can barely hold a stick with this hand. So there are certain physical things that get in the way."

He admitted that he'd love to be up there playing with his son, saying, "I'm kind of physically challenged a bit which is very frustrating because I'd love to be playing up there with my son." Instead, he will will sing with the band.

https://www.cnn.com/2021/09/09/entertainment/phil-collins-health/index.html

[AZSkiffyGeek]

1. Saw him solo in late 2019

He looked so frail. But he still sounded great. I know there was early talk that he might be able to do a little bit of drumming with his son, but it sounds like that won't happen. On the solo tour he did a little bit of hand-drumming on some sort of percussion box, maybe they'll find some way to do that this time.

Genesis is one of my favorite bands - I saw what was previously their final show (in LA in 2007) - I'm hoping that a western US tour is announced for 2022, but I also think the reason that one hasn't been announced is because of concerns over whether Phil will be able to handle it.

[luvs2sing]

2. Not a fan, but..

that is very sad news. I always kind of liked him even if I didn’t care for his music. I’m glad his son can carry on the legacy.