Not Dead Yet: The Memoir
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Interesting look into an amazing life. I have always been a huge fan of Collins' and learning about his life, his musical collaborations, his famous friends, and yes, his messed up marriages was a lot of fun. Some softening of those details are to be expected, and some funny anecdotes about the making of his music had me laughing aloud. Lots of name dropping and brushes with the rich and famous from the music business and beyond. A bit dry at first, but I think Phil warmed up as he began talking about his years on tour and the affect that had on his career (fabulously successful) and his families (tremendously damaging). At what price, fame???
And, he does answer the question of What does Sussudio mean....but it's a letdown! Many other tidbits make up for that though. And now, I get to go see my favorite drummer this weekend on his Not Dead Yet tour in Las Vegas!!! He is not the drummer on this tour, his son Nic is, so that is pretty cool. Definitely worth a read for anyone into 80's music!! And 70's....and British royalty.....and drama....and, well, Phil.
And, he does answer the question of What does Sussudio mean....but it's a letdown! Many other tidbits make up for that though. And now, I get to go see my favorite drummer this weekend on his Not Dead Yet tour in Las Vegas!!! He is not the drummer on this tour, his son Nic is, so that is pretty cool. Definitely worth a read for anyone into 80's music!! And 70's....and British royalty.....and drama....and, well, Phil.
Update - the show was AMAZING!!! Nic is an incredible drummer - his solo was total proof. Phil has aged tremendously and walks with a cane now - he even sat during the show. But he still rocks, he still rolls (his eyes hilariously), and he still has that spark of humor, timing, and storytelling, even if he cannot really hit the high notes anymore. What a life. Well done, Phil, I promise I won't remember you only as the guy who wrote Sussudio.
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