A Life In Music & Madness

The only man who can tell Phil's story is Phil & he does it here in his typical laid back style. Covering all aspects of his professional & personal life, this is a tale that will enlighten fans of his work.

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A must for Collins fans

An interesting story (almost) of rags to riches and with all the limitations that money can buy. There were times I found the author self-indulgent but this was perhaps balanced by the bravery of revealing his personal flaws. And Collins identifies many, particularly his conflict between need and loyalty. Perhaps his own poor parenting that gave him ambition outside family security. Somehow wealth can bail you out of most things but alcohol abuse. But in the end PC is a notable musician, a celebrity of the media (in the widest sense), and yet in one sense an ordinary guy with natural talent, a frequently likeable personality, a workaholic, with an inability to sustain anything but his music. A success? A failure? Well, of course, both in abundance. As one who is only 1 year older, and successful in many ways, I am pretty boring at the side of him. Then again, I am not badly off and I have a wife who I can stick with forever and every chance she will reciprocate. In addition, I can still listen to PC anytime and experience the heartbreak I have had as he has. I like knowing that his royalties make him even more affluent but, sadly a little near to death. May his wealth end up in the many places he has directed it to, including ‘Custa’s’ last stand. “Thank you for the music” as ABBA once sung. I might also have died for that. One of our treasures. May you live forever Phil! And perhaps you will.

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Story well told of a very large life

A very listenable audiobook, truly enjoyed being immersed in Phillip life, and what a huge, eventful life ot has been. Self effacing, and no holds barred, there is sadness within, along with ongoing triumph over adversity. A privileged life does not always mean an easy one - a fascinating listen, and, I feel, even had I not followed Phils career, and that of Genesis, I would have still found much to love about this work.

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Good stuff

Good book, I enjoyed hearing about phil collins life. He has had a long and very interesting one

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My favourite book

I have been a fan of Phil Collins since I was a child as soon as I came across this book I had to buy it.

It is the best book I have ever listened too

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Interesting story honestly told

Frequently says ‘I’m not that person’ then tells a story suggesting he actually might be!

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Entertaining as you’d expect

I’ve been a long time fan of Collin’s and his work, Genesis had an incredible impact on me growing up as a teenager, so to listen to the lead singer narrate his own book, was very pleasing.

As you’d expect (given he’s a song writer), the book is well written, entertaining and towards the end, quick a shock. You do at time’s feel quite sorry for his family that they are a victim of his success.

This is a book I’d highly recommend to anyone, not just a Phil Collin’s fan.

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No work Required, he does it all for you...

My very first audiobook, and not my last, I hope. I'm a Massive fan of Collins and this book gave me everything a fan would want from the man. I did think the early years and later years were more interesting, as his 80's period has has been well documented before, in other works. A sad story, with humour and amazing achievement is my way of briefly summing up the book. I loved the personality of the audiobook, which for me gave it that cheeky Chappy feel... highly recommend.

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Awesome and a little sad

You just never know what others are going through - only ever considered how great an entertainer he is
He gave up a lot to make us
happy - a great but sad story.
If its possible, I'm now an even bigger fan

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frankly told, good read

it was very easy to follow. Honest story telling. I enjoyed it a lot

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