A large number of Phil Collins’s admirers were pleased to discover that, despite his health problems, Phil was still performing live, and they left encouraging comments all over the video. In the end, more than 2.70 million people watched the performance video. The sight of the father-son performing together moved many spectators; one person even went so far as to say, “Wonderful to see father and son together that way.” Many spectators pointed on Nic’s musical ability and said, “Nic Collins inherited Phil’s musical talent.”
The tour provided an opportunity for Nic to showcase his many musical abilities, and he didn’t disappoint, particularly on the drums. During the same Houston performance, Nic had his chance to show off his drumming skills in a duet with fellow percussionist Richie Garcia. Even Nic’s dad couldn’t help but be impressed by his drumming skills. When Nic walked out onto the stage to play the cajon with Richie and his dad, the performance transformed into a drum trio.
Nic continued to accompany his father on drums on his 2020–2022 Genesis tour after the tour concluded in 2019. In the time after, he joined Mike and the Mechanics, a touring band featuring his father’s Genesis bandmate Mike Rutherford, and played drums for them. Better Strangers, Nic’s solo project that premiered in 2022, is a must-listen for anyone interested in hearing more of his drumming. Nic Collins will undoubtedly have plenty of opportunities to showcase his talents in the years to come, what with continuing his father’s work and creating his own musical trajectory.
