Overview
- Phil Collins, 74, revealed in a recent interview with MOJO magazine that ongoing health issues have left him unable to create new music or play the drums.
- Collins described his condition as 'very sick,' stemming from a spinal injury in 2007 that has caused lasting complications, including drop foot and difficulty holding drumsticks.
- He last performed live in 2022 with Genesis, sitting throughout the show, and declared it the band's final performance.
- Despite a studio revamp in 2024 sparking speculation about new music, Collins stated he no longer has the drive to create, citing physical limitations and a sense of closure in his career.
- Collins' health challenges have been documented in the 2024 documentary 'Phil Collins: Drummer First,' where he reflected on the emotional impact of no longer being able to play drums.