What a really kind and decent guy is Leland

@lionheartmerrill1069

3 ай бұрын

God as a Bass player = Leland???

@ibnufasya6408

2 ай бұрын

​@@lionheartmerrill1069 Gandalf lol

@lionheartmerrill1069

2 ай бұрын

@@ibnufasya6408 Good call 👍

@peterzang

2 ай бұрын

He is a good guy. And clearly really smart

The guy wrote his own stuff, toured like a maniac, played an instrument and had a great sense of humour. What else do you want? Phil is a legend

Phil always seemed to really appreciate and respect the artists on tour with him. I always got a chuckle at the length of his band introductions. When he would get to Leland, Phil would always say that Lealand was clean-shaven when the introductions started.

Life may have dealt Phil Collins a bad hand, health-wise, but with over 100 million albums sold, his music is here to stay. 🎼🎵🎶🥁🎶🎵🎼

@davidrice3337

3 ай бұрын

It's not like he got broke down working at the logging mill in Fordsville - like many of my kin did - Damn - that just may be an idea for a song -

Phil Collins is a living legend. I'm from the UK originally and wish I had got to see him live. What an amazing artist.

He's incredibly blessed to have friends like Leland to stand behind him all these years. He's more than deserving to have all the rewards he's received, and loved by so many. You're talent is untouchable.

Phil’s music was a major part of the soundtrack of my youth. It saddens me to think the best years are behind us. I’m just thankful I was born when I was so I able to experience the best music in the history of the world. Thank you Phil for being part of that !

I just absolutely adore the album "No Jacket Required". Brilliant. Masterful. Joyful.

I can't put together in words on how much I love Phil Collins. Just his drumming alone in those early Genesis records is unbelievable and when you add everything else he's done it's mind blowing! We (all his fans) know for a fact millions of others feel the same way ❤❤❤ They say the roar of Godzilla is the most recognizable sound in every country around the world ... I believe it's his infamous drum intro to 'In The Air Tonight'

Phil is a gentleman, a friend and a decent human❤

What I like best about Phil Collins is that he was a friend to, supporter of, and collaborator with John Martyn, who I imagine most Americans won't have heard of, but who (in my humble opinion) was one of the UK's most creative, unique and innovative musicians. Hugely underrated and nowhere near as famous as he deserves to be.

Always loved Phil. Loved him yesteryear, yesterday. Love him today and all the tomorrow's.

You can see that Phil was a perfectionist when he's on the drums. Perfect timing and inventive drumming and much sought after sessionist.

Love Leland! Phil Collins; what a talented man. It was a true pleasure being able to see him play in the 80s. Been a fan of Genesis as well as his as a solo artist. I'm flabbergasted when I hear kids in their 20s who have never heard of him. He is a music icon!!

Leland, besides being an outstanding bassist, is a gentle soul. Live on Leland Sklar.

Love this interview. What beautiful sentiments Lee expressed. It's very obvious he holds Phil in high regard and is a friend. Leland is also a kind and beautiful soul, just like Phil. Love them both ((hugs)) ⚘ beautiful men ⚘💖😎

His music will live on. We are so fortunate to have Phil Collins and all the contributions he’s made to the musical world. Excellent singer, songwriter and musician. Thank you, Leland for sharing your personal insights on the remarkable Phil Collins.

I cried like a baby at the end of Immediate family documentary with you and Phil. I can't explain enough how much all of you have meant to me in my life. The soundtrack of our lives.

@VRPRocks

3 ай бұрын

It's a very emotional little scene isn't it. I wasn't expecting either!

@ronnieshearer7307

3 ай бұрын

What’s the name of the film?

@VRPRocks

3 ай бұрын

@@ronnieshearer7307 It's just called the Immediate Family, highly recommended! immediatefamilyfilm.com/

Mine too and I've never even met him. But Phil's influence on me as a drummer is undeniable, everlasting and so poignant. I don't agree that his rise was overnight, however. He arrived in genesis in 1971 and his first solo record was in 1981. He toured the 'Hello, I Must Be Going' record in 1982 in clubs and then hit his stride with the third.

I discovered Phil back in the 70's when I was a teenager and a drummer at the time, and quite simply, Phil's playing simply blew me away. I think when we're children, our emotions are heightened, and I've always been a sensitive soul, but boy, it is so hard to put into words how much Genesis during that era would absolutely tug at my heartstrings. Phil's playing was the most inventive, creative I ever heard (and I'd heard a lot of good stuff around that time). He played for the music, sometimes his fills would be sooooo simple, yet soooooo perfect. Other times he would play and for *decades* I'd be left wondering 'how did he do that'???? Oozed musicality out of every orifice and pore and we ALL owe him so much. I am incredibly gutted about his health issues and how the hell someone with his wealth could have gotten such bad surgery, surely there's a lawsuit right there?? (not that that would ever substitute or replace his inability to function as an everyday person). Phil, you've got nothing to prove, already proved it all. Enjoy your time mate (ps I'm from England as well!).

🔥Phil Collins is a stellar talent 🎼🎤🎼🔥

Phil owned the radio in the 80s. Very underrated song creator! Good actor too. Watched him on Miami Vice. Much love and respect to Phil, from Texas!🤘💛🤘🤠

I saw him at Market Square Arena in Indianapolis-1983? He was touring as Eric Clapton's drummer on his tour. I will never forget when Clapton introduced the band...Phil stood up from the stool, took a quick bow, and right back to being the drummer. Humble, talented guy

IMO Phil Collins is going to go down in history as one of the greatist singer song writer of all time plus was a fantastic drummer as well. i did it all and did it magnificaintly

Phil Collins , words can't explain the impact he has had on me as a drummer, first realized how awesome he was at 14...74....THE LAMB....Saw them on AND THEN THERE WERE THREE tour 78..THE OMNI...ATLANTA, GA...Words cant express how happy i was and how awesome they were i love GENESIS, any era...i must be the biggest fan, love Phil and praying for him....a true fan in Augusta, Ga....HOME OF THE MASTER'S....STEVE MORSE....JAMES BROWN....and......me..

He’s a legendary drummer, as well as an amazing songwriter and performer. Phenomenal songwriter, actually.

I absolutely love No Jacket Required. Timeless masterpiece.

@bluerazor7049

3 ай бұрын

I recently acquired the album and I agree. Long Long Way to Go is my favorite track, it especially sounded amazing live on the electric piano.

@BarneyRq1d

3 ай бұрын

@bluerazor7049 "Inside Out' for me, but I love the entire album as noted.

Phil Collins....a pure Legend....

In my view, Leland Sklar has to be the most down to earth, and very real, musician on the planet. I love his youtube channel and when he's being interviewed. He is one of the top ten greatest bass players ever. As for Phil... what can one say? From Genesis to his massive solo career, he's given us some of the very best music in all of rock and pop.

Phil has been immensely successful and I enjoy his music today. What is neat is Leland’s down to earth attitude. Leland has played on so many albums I lost track. Both are incredible musicians.

The live video of "In The Air Tonight" is one of the classic monster performances ever, by anyone!

Absolutely! Phil Collins made SO much great music.

I went twice, possibly on consecutive evenings, when Phil Collins toured Australia in 1985. Musically, is was as perfect a show as one could wish for, from the musicianship to the awesome sound system he had. Personally, I preferred his first 2 albums to this one, and my musical tastes went somewhere else after that period. But, that's not a criticism. I have always admired Phil Collins's musical skills, especially how he in some songs made the drums an integral part of the song composition. His drumming and singing both reached technical perfection. It was also great to see him at that time working with other favourite musicians of mine, such as Robert Plant and Eric Clapton. I saw him also when Genesis toured Australia during the 1980's.

We need to get Lee an award or Grammy. What do we do? Help his clubhouse do this. 😊💚🍀

Saw no jacket required tour in worcester massachusetts, one of the best shows i have seen

Watching Phil perform take a look at me now - just him on piano - changed my perspective - I wasn't a fan of Phil - not my thing - but I still remember hearing in the air tonight - the first time and my friend was like " who's that on drums " - I told him it was all Phil - Amet Ertigen said when someone thought they had a hit , he would pull out in the air tonight and play it - then tell them - that's a hit !

Imagine you create a beat as a drummer , you have kept that beat perfect and protected it and it's purity for many decades , then a time comes when you have to hand the beat over to someone else to keep for you because you got old , you still hear that beat as clearly and as perfectly in your head and yet no one else can do the justice so you can't get along with them and you seem like a crank , but it's just that it was your beat and it needs to be heard the right way . I don't know if Phil did stuff to where he deserves this or not , but I do see it as a unique form of torment , Yes I don't know what he deserves , but I do know from personal stuff , he can " NEVER GIVE UP " He owes it to himself to never allow this to stop him . Leland Sklar is a class act , there are many true class act session musicians they are the backbone and grooving spine of the industry .

As a drummer/vocalist, Phil Collins has always been a hero to me. watching him grow into the role in the post-Gabriel Genesis was inspiring. I’ve seen him perform live many times since 1982 and I was always blown away. The concept of being able to hit things with sticks, and then go front the band was inspirational to me. his tambourine “solo” in “I know what I like” was always fun to watch. I’m happy I was able to see Phil Collins perform live as many times as I did.

The drumming was exceptional. Listen to Genesis Apocalypse in 9/8 or The Cinema Show.

Phil was so underrated when it came to staying with Genesis after he became an international success. He did it because he was a pure musician and loved to just contribute as a 3rd of that band. He respected Mike and Tony because of their friendship. As a short and average looking teenager that I was, Phil was an inspiration to me that you didn't have to be Brad Pitt to be a superstar

If there was a Mt. Rushmore for musicians....Phil's face would definitely have it's place. Who cares what critics say. Phil was a musical force. His time with Genesis and his solo stuff is absolutely timeless and his legacy will speak for itself.

Phil Collins put his hole being into Genesis Brand X and his solo career and a comedian mate it breaks my Heart you health went down hill Happy Easter massive fan regards Stephen from Adelaide

#getphilvotedin2025 💙Phil Collins earned and deserves to be in the RRHOF as a Solo Artist for his MANY significant contributions to music history!🏆👏

Inside Out is this huge, beautiful musical journey that I can never hear enough times. Just an incredible heart shining through the melodies.

@jimmienonya8912

3 ай бұрын

Love INSIDE OUT!!

@markvaars37

2 ай бұрын

One of the absolute best songs!!

The press dissed Rush as well. To this day, I have never given media one scintilla of respect. Especially the entertainment media. "They know where to put the corks" Collins' body of work speaks for itself. I'm glad that one of my Top 5 bassists was a big part of the best of it. As a drummer, bassist, and shittyh guitarist since I was 14 (68 now), I've had my share of experiences with musicians. They are an odd group, to say the least. Like engineers, but in Reverse - all emotive and competitive. I guess that to be an artist takes a different set of colors as your palette. To me, it explains all the quirkiness we all see in famous personailties.

@photasticimages363

3 ай бұрын

To paraphrase an old saying, "Those that can, do; those that can't become critics"

@user-fu9vj9ix3g

3 ай бұрын

@@photasticimages363 bruh...

I'm not really a fan of his pop-y solo stuff but he was an incredible drummer and deserved his success

I can see wny Leland got so much work? Seems like a genuinely good person.

It’s just hard to fathom it’s been 40 years on now…since Phil Collins exploded into the music world. Such a massive talent. Hoping he can find some answers to his medical challenges…great video.

@jonesfactor9

3 ай бұрын

He’s been a notable name in music since the 60s.

Phil Collins is an absolute ledge. History will remember the music industry critics who panned him as irrelevant mooks. And Mr. Sklar seems like a really sweet guy. Everyone needs a friend like Leland.

What a great tribute from someone that truly understands.

I loved his "....but seriously" album. Especially the tracks with David Crosby and others guests. A real powerhouse of talent.

I stopped reading reviews in the mid-80s. It was obvious that they were all bitter that Phil had made it big despite them. His work with Genesis, solo, and in all the other projects he undertook was exceptional. All the reviewers had was (unjustified) personal attacks on his looks and personal life, and the 'stupidity' of his fans for liking him. Well, those reviews and reviewers are long forgotten, but Phil is a true legend and his incredible body of artistic excellence will live forever.

Awww Leland this is great!! 😢😢thanks for doing this.

Phil Collins is one of the greatest drummers of all time

I like Phil too. Great compositions and great humour.

Great video heart to heart here. I’m sure Phil would love to go out for another 5-10 years. 🥁Thanks for this Lee.

Leland has got such a CV to be proud of.

Had the great pleasure to be in Berlin on the concert " Not dead yet tour " Vas the highlight of my 60th birthday . Me and my wife flew in from Norway , the hotell got us first class ticket s . ❤😊

First off, I really respect Mr. Sklar, and what an incredible talent he is. Secondly, I HAVE to agree, the music "press" just sucks. Come to think of it, all so called press sucks.

I’ve seen Phil solo and with Genesis multiple times. I just could not go to that last tour. It’s not what I wanted to remember. Phil is/was a great showman.

Against All Odds, what a great song.

The only critic worth listening to no matter what business you're in is sales. Critics think the job is to be critical but buyers think they should be entertained or get value out of something they've bought. People and critics rarely agree on what's good or what's not.

@marktheaardvark7208

3 ай бұрын

Those who can do, do Those who can’t do, teach Those who can’t teach, critique

@VRPRocks

3 ай бұрын

Very true 👍 🤘

Best explanation yet.

When Leland talks about the British press slagging Phil Collins, l am reminded of how Rolling Stone treated Led Zeppelin [boneheadedly.] Led Zeppelin appreciated their fans, appreciated their record sales, and ignored the press pretty much from the get go. Houses of the Holy is my favorite Zep album, and l remember Rolling Stone's 2 word review. 'Limp Blimp.' Complete disconnect between the rock critics and the fans.

I attended the No Jacket Required gig at the Glasgow Apollo. It was tremendous, an incredible performance. The reviewers were idiots, Collins is a great in so many ways.

And one will be born to carry on ….

I wish Phil could become back healthy again, there's as much medically possible today. That's my biggest dream to me. I miss him so much on stage. He's my musical father. He did me playing drums. I saw him 5 times live, no one does evert better on stage. He's by far the best artist and performer of the 80's ! Maybe one day... i keep on hoping... It's such a bigg loss at this moment.

Leland is a legend but his memory is fading him here. Before NJR (which I loved & played daily) Phil was not just a "drummer in a band" who had "overnight success" with the 1985 release. He'd already had 2 Top 10 albums of his own and 7 in a row with Genesis, and was a staple on MTV. "In the Air Tonight" had already become a classic and was used by sports teams across the globe as music to set the mood. But it's interesting to hear how NJR took him to the next level and larger venues. Too bad he got bad press for it.

The Genesis shows, and later, Phil Collins shows I've seen (up to and including the "I'm Not Dead Yet" tour) stand out in my memory as among the best I've seen.

So sad.❤❤

Hey Leland - you are a sonic Gandalf - hope your wife / partner is getting better and your heart feels safe and you are moving into a good space - hearts out to you ❤️

Sklar gas been around and played with many greats.

Inside Out when they played Berlin... Was EPIC! Lee was in an alternate universe with his playing... That Band, Chester, Leland, Daryl and Phil was as tight as it gets. Media has always been asses and gets worse every day... Insecure Hypocrites.

I saw every tour from Duke to We Can't Dance inc his solo tours & agree Phil/Genesis (+ Lee, Daryl, Chester) were brilliant.

Love Phil Collin’s (Trick of the Tail is my fav Genesis album) and Leland Sklar. Also Phil’s foray into jazz with Brand X was crazy good

Forefront drummers get torn apart by media critics and fan critics: Phil, Lars Ulrich, Carmine Appice, Buddy Rich, Andy Sturmer,... that's all I can think of at the moment, but it's a phenomena I've noticed for years.

It's funny; No Jacked was considered THE most dated album in the 90s and 00s. Today it sounds as fresh and edgy as it did back then.🙏

Collins is one of my favorites but my favorite music he has done is with Genesis.

Mr Sklar is an even better person than a musician.......and that's saying something.

I and my friend Patrick Bateman truly appreciated phils solo and later genesis products.Patrick loved to tell me how phils louder beats provided perfect backdrop and cover for many of his more frenzied and raucous escapades.

The reason why the critics hated No Jacket Required is because they were still locked in the Peter Gabriel era Genesis and the band were leaning towards mainstream on And Then There Were Three.So PC goes commercial with a bit of soul thrown.Look what happened with Paul Weller with the Style Council.Personally I’m am not a fan of PC solo stuff but I appreciate it and is well played ,good on him

The British press can be savage at times and relentless. In boxing Lennox Lewis faced barrages of scrutiny and criticism for long stretches of his career yet almost guy Feank Bruno was universally loved by them. Paul McCartney's RAM album was slated and now decades later is finally being seen as groundbreaking.

There SHOULD still be a youtube of around....1970 of him playing with...James Taylor or Carole King, or it could have been the two of them. ANYHOW....Leland with the same beird and long hair was the bass player....We have been around for quite a while.

Its nice to hear him talk with affection about Phil. I think in the 80s Phil could be his own worst enemy, he always came across as very arrogant and above everyone.

@396Cap

3 ай бұрын

Never entered my mind. He came across as down to earth and some one who enjoyed what he was doing. So talented.

@MikeyRB77

3 ай бұрын

Arrogant? I've never seen Phil behave like that.

@marksink1652

3 ай бұрын

mmm... not the impression I got. There for some years in the 1990s or so I heard, he apparently had an 'attitude' about no longer liking progressive rock... If that counts. 😅

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Someone please call Diamond Dallas Page to help Phil regain mobility.

Hard to feel sorry for Phil when has lived a life better than most. Too many others with way more problems and hurt than him.

@vaportrails7943

3 ай бұрын

If he was your friend, I think you would feel differently.

I must take exception at how Leland describes Phil, all due respect. There was nothing "overnight" about Phil Collins. And he wasn't just a drummer in a band.

@bcdrummer1962

3 ай бұрын

I really think he was just describing the sudden jump in stardom, not in any way denigrating Phil, or Genesis….

What film is Leland speaking off ? I would love to watch it.. if any one knows let me know please.

@VRPRocks

3 ай бұрын

It's the Immediate Family documentary. Well worth watching if you get the chance, it's a wonderful film. immediatefamilyfilm.com/

@shoop4040

3 ай бұрын

@@VRPRocks thank you.

Leland broke Phil's HIPPA.

I thought that too, until I saw him wearing those “Resist”, old worn out hippie t-shirts…

I dont really care for his solo stuff but its true that the way the press reacted to his music in britain was nuts, but it was even nuttier that he listened. I think they got more venomous because they saw he actually took it seriously. Apart from the Sex Pistols most punk was pretty forgettable, so the press really had nothing to do. But if you want to know Phil at all, there's a documentary on Live Aide, and one of the guys there was Neil Innes from the show "The Young Ones", and on that show they had a line "I"m so bored, I must be listening to Genesis". And the look Phil gives this guy in the documentary is just the most daggers you've ever seen from Phil collins....and it wasn't even this guys line or character. But thats how loyal he was and how much he took it to heart, even though HE admits to not liking a lot of Genesis stuff. Its like what Johnny Ramone said, if somebody had said something about Joey, he'd want to get him....even though he and Joey never really even got along. But Phil did let it go a bit to his head, as anybody would, the guy was huge and while a hard worker unlike Roger Waters he's not been said to have reduced his employees to tears.

I've been a die-hard fan of Phil Collins since my cousin first turned me on to Genesis in 1975 right after Peter left it turns out. The doctors who butchered him surgically and pumped him full of steroids in the 1980s deserve to rot in hell for doing this to him.

British press are shit full stop…they never like any artist who is successful and Phil went stratospheric fuelled by the love of us fans who saw him as a unique artist who has influenced and effected so many lives with his drumming, vocals and his knack of writing catchy ballads and rock music ❤️❤️

@petertaysum8947

3 ай бұрын

At the time the only musical press worth reading was Music Weekly (the trade magazine, centrefold was posted on most record shop walls showing the charts), and maybe Smash Hits. Sounds and Melody Maker, by the time of NJR, had degenerated into simply sneering at success, or mocking craft, musicianship or virtuosity. Mainly a bunch of Johnny Rotten wannabes, so desperate to spot the next "big thing", they lost track of talent at every opportunity. Mainstream press was just sharpening its' knives, honing its' skills in the old build 'em up, tear 'em down game.

I really didn't like that Genesis did The Last Domino tour. It just looked so sad and unnecessary. It was heart breaking to see Phil Collins reduced to ill health and still being expected to do a show. I refused a ticket having seen some phone footage. I thought it was just not right. When in Rome 2007 is a great document of a Genesis reunion and it should have been left there. Loved Phil and his work with Genesis from 1980 to 2007. I kind of lost interest in the solo music at Both Sides which I felt was a disappointment and lacked a critical eye on standards expected. But what a back catalogue and what a consummate entertainer. Thanks Phil. Wonderful memories.

Saw him on the Clapton comeback tour in Baltimore(?). Not many (I believe) knew it was he until the intro's. Place went nuts. Not sure but it looked like he was wearing old sweat pants (soaked to the skin) and a T with a towel around his neck. Wasn't he voted best singer/ drummer of all time? If not, gotta be 2.

Genesis is one of my all time favourite bands, and Phil's is an exceptional talent. Thanks, guys, for your uplifting comments 🎉 😊.

Never payed attention to critics or the ROCK N ROLL HALL OF FAME, what a joke. Waylon Jennings did not go to award shows cause he thought they were completely stupid....i must agree....

Is this about Gandalf