Last minute my girlsfriend called me up and said someone backed out of the Phil Collins Concert and could I go? I was elbow deep in work, but said I would call back later that night and after work I headed off to a concert.
My Girlfriend Stacey and me having the best of times at the Phil Collins Concert!
Now Phil just had back surgery so was sitting for the concert, but still has the voice!
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I am very glad to know he is still singing in the live!
He was one of my favorite musicians in line with Sting. Unfortunately, he hasn’t shown in Japan so long.
Hi Dave and Laura, I used to listen to Phil Collins and his music often gave me goosebumps. Wow, back surgery. No fun. He likely does not require the money from the concerts. Just loves live performances. The music and the energy must have been amazing!
He for sure does not need the $, but his son was playing the drums, so maybe he was doing it as a family thing…. his son was great, only 18 years old, but not Phil of course!
O wow awsome
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Oh I would love to see his concert. Lucky you.
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It was just a streak of luck that I was able to go, and great seats I thought
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the stadium is fully packed!
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It was packed,and everyone was respectful. I have not been to a concert for probably 15yrs, lol
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Great because civility and respect is generally missing at such gatherings due to hooliganism. Best wishes 🌺🌺🌺
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So true, but it was just fun.
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I like him a lot, my days…
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Yep our days too
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One of my biggest musical heroes! Glad you had the experience. And still having back trouble after 1994 surgery.
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I guess so, sitting only and he walked with a cane very slow
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Reminds me of someone I know veeeery well.
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Yeah Pete. Back problems such, hope your feeling better
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Ah, no problem. Something must cause us to age! 😂
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Having fun
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I am very glad to know he is still singing in the live!
He was one of my favorite musicians in line with Sting. Unfortunately, he hasn’t shown in Japan so long.
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That would be great to see him there, he is still on tour, so who knows….
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WOW! That would have been a great concert.
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It was, he played everything I was hoping, even though I know there were so many more I loved as well!
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What fun! There’s nothing quite like a live show. Looks like a great night out. And kudos to Phil Collins for performing after back surgery!
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Yeah, you could tell he was in pain and having a real hard time walking, but still sounded incredible.
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that’s commitment – to still put on the concert despite back surgery. glad you enjoyed the show!
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You could tell he was sore, he walked with a cane really slow, but he sounded really great!
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Always liked his music
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What a cool surprise treat!
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I know it was really a surprise fun!
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I am so jealous!!!
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It was really a fun nite and great memories.
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Hi Dave and Laura, I used to listen to Phil Collins and his music often gave me goosebumps. Wow, back surgery. No fun. He likely does not require the money from the concerts. Just loves live performances. The music and the energy must have been amazing!
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He for sure does not need the $, but his son was playing the drums, so maybe he was doing it as a family thing…. his son was great, only 18 years old, but not Phil of course!
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Thanks!
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