Phil Collins

I JUST LOVED IT! I knew Phil was going to do the 'Going Back' show, and he had made it clear before these shows that he would not be playing his hits. As I love Motown (and Phil), this was just the perfect combination! Especially the Friday night show was full of vibes and energy! Great band as well, playing perfectly together. And great to see the legendary FUNK BROTHERS! and to meet so many Phil and Genesis fans :-)) Was surprised to see that the Roseland Ballroom is such a small venue!! (and a bit old-fashoned darkish place I thought as well). But that also meant everybody was really close to Phil and the band! Great! Wednesday night 23/06, went to back of the Ballroom & overheard some of the soundcheck. Anticipation! When doors opened, walking inside went pretty quick. As it was such a small venue, I think everybody got a good spot, only a couple of meters (or less!) away from Phil and the band. There was also a balcony, with a couple of dozains up there (special pass). At the end of the show, Phil said they were not going to leave the stage and then do the usual comeback for the encores, as the band has too many members and it would take them too long to do that. I also think this has to do with one of the funk brothers being in a wheelchair. So they just played some more songs and then all left stage. Band consisted of 6 backing vocals (mainly the same from Phil's previous tours), three of the Funk brothers (legendary!!), Daryl sitting next to them, horn section, Brad Cole on keyboards, and Chester on drums and another percussionist. Great show, although I heard some calling for Phil to play his hits (Sussudio, Paradise, etc.). Apparently, at least some people had no clue that he would be playing Motown covers. Some people clearly don't know what they buy tickets for... Although, I also feel Phil could have said something in the beginning of the show about that (it was only after several songs that he explained in few words that these were all the songs that inspired him while growing up). At the Thursday & Friday show, he made that announcement earlier in the show. At the end of the Wednesday show, musicians had left, a guy threw his cup with beer (water?) on stage, in dismay. I think it nearly hit Munchie who came up stage to start dismantle the geer.... BLEH!!! Thursday night (24th), same scenario, went for the tickets, went to listen at the back of the hall. Overheard some of the soundcheck. A film crew had also showed up, and they were test-filming in advance of the show. Could see some of the footage on their TV's in the van at the back of the venue! While queuing, saw Brad Cole coming up to the back of the Ballroom, he just passed everybody in the line. Nobody seemed to notice!! Said a quick: 'hello Brad, nice show yesterday!!' Replied 'oh thank you', and then entered the venue. :-) During the Thursday show, only first five minutes or so were filmed with a camera at the back. Probably just testing. Had a good spot again, about 3-4 row, dead center. More vibes in this show. The Friday night (25/06) the show was much more alive, vibrant, dynamic than the Wednesday & Thursday shows!! I was center again, 3-4th row. Audience was very participating. I think this was also because the show was being filmed and people wanting to make a good impression? Cameras hovering over the audience and all. The band, vocals were also much more into it, I feel. Songs follwoing ecah other much more quickly. GREAT VIBES! I do hope Phil does some more shows in autumn in Europe (close to Belgium please!)!! And I am very much looking forward to the new releases :-)

PHENOMENAL show... it was amazing to see Phil in such a small venue, considering the last time we saw him was at Giants' Stadium in 2007 (with Genesis) in front of 60,000 people. Given Phil's recent health problems but also knowing his professionalism, we expected an adequate show and were delivered an outstanding showcase of his upcoming Motown album, complete with original Funk Brothers backup players, a full horn section, Phil/Genesis bandmate favorites Chester Thompson, Daryl Stuermer, and Brad Cole (another treat to see these rock legends up close!!), and a full complement of backup singers who toured with Phil in 2004 (Amy Keys and others... would have been nice to also see Arnold McCuller). Knowing, going in, that Phil was focusing exclusively on Motown hits, we were not disappointed with his treatment of these standards. His vocal style and stage presence seem to suit these songs well. He seemed to be having fun up there and the crowd was into it, for the most part, being very appreciative and generally enjoying themselves (except when the odd drunk guy would try to push his way to the front). The front row was literally at Phil's feet which rendered my wife and I starstruck for the first song or two. Phil was more chatty than usual in his solo gigs, courteously introducing pockets of bandmembers throughout the show and discussing his love for the songs. The show was extremely well rehearsed, flowing song-to-song at many points. Phil, bespectacled, had a "cheat book" on a stand in front of him and occasionally glanced over to check some of his "highlighted" lines, but this did not detract from the concert. We liked that he didn't try to "hide" his glances at the lyrics like some current artists. The show was recorded for DVD and cameras were everywhere. All in all, an on-par performance for Phil, although he understandably did not play the drums. We were very happy and we can't wait for the album.

The show was amazing. It was great to see Phil in such a different type of show from the pop concerts and Genesis tours. The orchestra was great and the music was chosen very well. I would like to see Phil do more of this small venue type of concert. However, the venue was a little less than great. We waited over 1 1/2 hrs outside to get in, then we waited inside the hall for over 1 1/2 hours for the show to start. It was very hot and tightly packed. There was no way to move out of your small area. By the time the show started, we had been standing for over 3 hours! Plus the show makes 5. I had a great view and it was well worth the wait, but after traveling 5 hours to get there, I expected better conditions.

What a wonderful show. Phil and the band did right by those fabulous Motown songs. The band sounded awesome and considering this was the first time they had done this show live before an audience it was spot on. It was standing room only, no seats except up stairs in the bar/balcony area. I was six people from the stage. Absolutely fantastic!

I love Phil Collins but the show disappointed. The intimate setting was great place to see a talent like Phil Collins. His voice and the way he pours himself into the music were awesome but the show lacked Phil's usual charisma. While I understand his new album is featuring all Mo-town songs, it would have been nice if he mixed in a few of his songs. The fact that there was no encore at all was also a disappointment.

it was a good show. the band was great. Phil came out in a black suit with white tie. did all the old 60s classics. and 1 new song. heard alot of people complaining they wanted Phil music BUT thats not what the show was. Was dissapointedv there wasnt an encore. but all in all it was a very good show. and the Electric Factory was a nice size place.

Phil Collins was fantastic. Too see him up close and personal on stage was great. I can't wait for the CD to come out in September.

Phil and his big band including the surviving members of the Funk Brothers tried out the new album at the Electric Factory. Despite the fact that the venue is old and tired as was the crowd, Phil was in good voice. The band was terrific. The back up singers rivaled anything that you would see in a good old fashioned Motown review. Phil's song choices did leave something to be desired however his musicianship made up for it.

I have seen Phil since 1986 w/ Genesis Invisible Touch , But Seriously, and on up to his Jazz tour and Genesis a couple years ago. Quite simply amazing living performer- always once in a lifetime greatness and just lifts you up! I can't wait till these new shows, and am travelling a long way to see Phil.

The first time I saw Phil was at Forest Hill Tennis Center in NYC with Genesis. Since then, i have seen every tour of Genesis and Phil Collins. Every now and then God gives a special gift to the world. Phil was one of those gifts. Phil, I have been a fan for nearly 40 years. Your music has always been there for me and has been the soundtrack of my life. May you live and perform to 120

I've seen Phil perform now four times, twice with Genesis and twice solo. He is my favorite musician of all time. His masterful performances are always great to see and I'm just as excited to see him again as I was years ago.

I went knowing that he was going to play alot of 60's stuff and Motown, both of which I love, but to go to a Phill Collins concert and have him not play 1 single Phill Collins song was a little strange. I spent the concert waiting for the concert to start. I liked the music, but I didn't go to see a cover band. I wanted to see Phil Collins play at least a little Phill Collins.

We love Phil Collins! However, we love his original music. While we were fully aware this concert was advertised as Motown & Soul we figured Phil would throw us a bone and play a few oldie but goodies that we all know and love him for. We hate to poo poo any artist. However, we were extremely disappointed on several levels. We had guest come from Boston and upstate New York only to find out the Roseland Ballroom was over packed, hot as hell and the sound system was THE WORST! We could barely make out what Phil was singing! While we personally did not walk out, we did see numerous unsatisfied Phil Collins fans actually leave in the middle of the concert. We feel ripped off and unsatisfied! We would like to ask for our money back and have learned our lesson not to buy any tickets for a concert that has not been advertised on the radio. What a let down. But we still love you Phil!

Very nice performing of de PC bigband with great music.

I saw a lot of negative reviews of Phil's show, Going Back. If people looked at any of the Phil-related websites, they would have known that the entire show was going to be Motown. Also, Phil cannot physically play the drums live at this point, so for all that expected it, again, it's been posted on fan sites. I remember being at the big band concert at Carnegie Hall years back, and people expected him to play his hits. I didn't because I was educated on what he was performing. Yes, it was annoying that the concert didn't start until 8:30. Standing wasn't the first thing I would have wanted to do for hours on end waiting to be let inside and waiting for the concert to start. But I'm a big fan, and to be able to be 10 feet away from my musical idol, it was worth it. Thanks to my loving wife who went along on both nights. She's a fan, but not as big as me.

His voice was better than ever. He seemed at ease and comfortable in front of a whole orchestra.

This could very well be Phil's last US performance. The show was the third of three nights at the Roseland Ballroom in New York City. Phil only played Motown and soul hits from the 60's, the infulential music from his teenage years. His band was made up of members of his long-time backing band including Genesis subs, Chester Thompson and Daryl Stuermer and Motown session band (The Funk Brothers) featuring Bob Babbit on bass and Eddie Willis & Ray Monette on guitars. Every song was a classic that you knew all the words to. Lots of fun!

Great show. Very fun, relaxed atmosphere. Great family event for an older crowd. Music was fun and fast-paced. Just don't expect classic Phil and you're good to go.

Music was awesome. From description, we knew there would be very little of original Phil music. Performance was great. Band and all singers rocked, and Phil still sounds amazing. That being said, tough experience. I flew in from St. Louis for the concert. After walking around NYC all day, had to wait in line an hour, wait another hour and a half for show to start, no seating and 6 months pregnant. It definitely made it more uncomfortable to enjoy.

Was great to see the Man out there again. Had a great party-like atmosphere going with a very mixed crowd (ages 21-65). Like everyone in the room, would have loved to have seen him play at least one original (he did do You Can't Hurry Love, but that was a cover). Sussudio would have been the perfect fit for the end of the night.....then again, everyone seemed so thirsty for a Phil original that if he really did play that, there would've been riots. Still a very great show and I was lucky enough to get my ticket stub signed by Phil himself, after the show. Nice venue for this performance!

I was excited for weeks knowing, that i was going to see Phil Collins, It began with Phil Collins arriving on stage a half an hour late, you'd think they'd have some form of entertainment , while we waited.He finally gets on stage, sounds great .Im waiting to hear songs Phil Collins actually sang.He's singing all Motown songs. There was nothing on the tickets that said it Motown night. For what reason do people go to see a specific artist to sing, but to hear them sing there actual songs that they are known for. I stood for 6 songs and finally left.I was soooooo disappointed. As i left there were others that felt the same way

Heat Wave! Phil had the house rockin! What an amazing show!

We did not come to see a motown/soul show; we wanted to see Phil Collins do all his amazing songs. Very very, disappointed.

Was way to hot in the ballroom and the seats were uncomfortable. This was not Phils style to be playing in a small area. I am a Phil Collins fan but was very disapointed in this concert..

I bought tickets to see Phil Collins because I'm a huge fan. I was very disappointed he didn't sing any of his songs and left within 30 mins because of the disappointment!

I loved the show Phil Collins and his 18 piece orchestra performed. I am a person like Phil Collins that grew up with the Motown Sound. There were a few people around me that were younger and they expected the Phil Collins (In The Air Tonight) to perform their favorite hits. The up Close and Personal show was advertised for the 60's Motown sound. The new album coming out soon is what the show was all about. I have seen Phil Collins a few times on his Carousel Tour and with Genesis.

Phil did not do any of his recognizable songs... I know he's coming out with a motown album but he has to sing some of the songs people bought tickets to see him do

I went to see Phil Collins at Roseland Ballroom and was terribly disappointed. First the Ballroom was extremely hot and very uncomfortable. The concert tickets were called for 7:00 p.m and Phil Collins went on at 8:30 so everyone stood in a smoldering room shoulder to shoulder with each other. On most part, people were extremely friendly. The concert started at 8:30 p.m.,, as stated before. Phil and his band were good but some of his songs were not very memorable. He played Motown which I happen to like but some of the songs were just not the motown the crowd wanted to hear. I really would have loved to hear some of his old stuff as well mixed in. They were filming the concert for a TV show and the lights and the cameras were going around the room and barely skimming peoples heads as the concert went on. I was terribly disappointed at the whole concert and will NEVER attend another conceret at the Ballroom again

Man that guy can sing & what a band that is wht Phil is the best

On the overall it was excellent , his voice is perfect! I was waiting for some of his classics, but still it was worth the price

First you show up at the theater only to stand for an hour outside on a line that loops all the way around the block. The door open at 7 pm. You get into the standing room only event ( which you know about ahead of time) to be packed in to wait over and hour an a half for a show that lasts the same amount of time. Phil Collins and his accomplaniment were excellent and entertaining but standing and waiting for so long once you got in took a little bit away from the enjoyment of the show. For a standing event the acts should be ready to go at the scheduled time not an hour late.

Very disappointing...... karaoke like performance....

first time to see phil collins do motown brillant , the line was long before the show we had to stand for a long time but it was worth the wait , i flew in from ireland to see the show with my fiancee she also is a follower of phil collins i hope he has a farewell show soon cant wait phil your brillant .

I am a huge Phil Collins fan, so I may be biased, but I wasn't sure I would enjoy a show of just Motown songs, and no Phil Collins hits. I was pleasantly surprised at how much I enjoyed it. I even ended up seeing the show 2 nights in a row.

Didn't recognize all the songs.....the one's I did know were very enjoyable......Overall I'd take the old Phil..........sort of reminds me of the Rod Stewart thing.......

yes, he was singing Motown. But, did he have to skip over His own music?!!! i mean that is what we all came for! $100 bucks a ticket to listen to Phil with his amazing voice do covers of diana ross and smokey?!?!?! i know for a fact i was not the only idiot that bought tickets thinking that he would sing his own music. people boooo ed him. left the floor. it was so disappointing because we expected his tunes. His voice is the same, perrrrrfect and beautiful , he stayed with my mom because we figured his encore would be 'Two Hearts" ---motown but his motown song from the Buster album. oh why Phil, couldnt you just give us 15-j25 min of your own talent?

The show was good with the highlight for me being "Papa was a Roling Stone'. Good to see that people still love the old Motown hits.

PC lifted straight from the 60's girl groups in the most uninspired concert I've ever attended. The venue, which was SRO was hot, sweaty, and miserably uncomfortable. I could hear much better renditions of each of these songs on a CD.

The stage sound was horrible, I walk out after watching 30 minutes of the show.

He did not play ANY of his own stuff, worst show ever. I love Phil but he played all old motown music

Fans beware! The current Phil Collins tour is EXCLUSIVELY about Motowns, 60's R&B, Soul music. He does not perform a single song from his previous albums. It's all about his upcoming album which is just R&B and soul music. Don't get duped into buying tickets unless you want to listen to Motown's music!

The show was unforgettable. The band was sensational. It was a pleasure to be there. We enjoy the special atmosphere at Roseland Ballroom in New York. The organisation was perfect and the staff was very nice. Thanks to ticketmaster for the great job. It was a gift to our son for his excellent High School graduation. Friendly regards from Germany

After seeing Wednesday night's performance, I was back for Friday's. The small venue made it an intimate show. Phil encouraged people to dance, but everyone wanted to be up close and personal with the man and his fantastic band! I am looking foward to the CD and DVD when they're available.

Phil started playing an hour and a half late, with no opening act. Everyone had to stand around, because there's no seating at Roseland, for that long. Then he played Motown and none of his songs at all. Boooooo! He did sound awesome, to his credit.

He didn't sing any famous old songs and he was wearing very old shoes plus he looks extremely old like late 70s

awesome!!! seen Phil so close w the sound quality so clear, one of the best Ballroom concerts ever! don't miss the chance to see a very exclusive event!! Milke "My Girl" is a 1964 song recorded by The Temptations for the Gordy (Motown) label which became a number one hit in 1965. Written and produced by The Miracles members Smokey Robinson and Ronald White, the song became the Temptations' first U.S. number-one single, and is today their signature song. Robinson's inspiration for writing this song was his wife

Good ol' Phil is back and going back -- as far back as the time when he grew up listening to Motown music (as I grew up listening to Genesis, Queen, Yes, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, The Police, and so many others). His show is a fantastic tribute to Motown music. The band of 18, including good ol' pals Daryl Stuermer and Chester Thompson, shines throughout, but particularly at such classics as "Papa was a Rolling Stone." We missed you, Phil, and now we want more. The show was impeccable. It is so very clear that you love the music, all music, but especially music "meant for dancing," as you said; "if you feel like dancing in the back, please do; I don't because I can't." Yep, we've read about the injury you sustained back in 2008 as a result of the Genesis tour -- I saw it in Philadelphia and I'll never forget the energy. Last night did not have the same physical display but certainly had the same intensity. The music *rules*. We know how much you love the damn beat; you're less than perfectly alive when it stops. You didn't dance much but your body keeps the beat as ever. You kept us dancing and singing on the floor for the uninterrupted 2hs of the show; we all went back with you. People of all ages held, kissed, danced, glowed, sang along. We love you and thank you for taking your chances with going back, with coming back. Never a better time to say this -- man, you ROCK.

What a concert! I may be a bit bias since I consider Phil Collins to be one of two idols I have. It was great to see this concert at the Electric Factory in Philadelphia. The furthest person away from the stage may only have been 150 feet away. Phil played song after song after song. Two hours in all. No breaks either. The news a few months ago that Phil would never drum again may be true. Chester Thompson from Genesis and Phil Collins was the drummer for this concert. One drum set, one drummer. I have also read he had surgery on his upper back, but no results were discussed. All I know is it was great to see him moving about the stage with what looked like no discomfort. This concert was extremely limited to, I believe, 5 shows in the United States. In conclusion, I don't know why Philadelphia was chosen but I'm glad he did.

I'm very disappointed with Phil Collins event/concert/fundraiser. Beginning with tickets sales, it wasn't clear if it was a concert or a gala... So a lot of people showed up dressed in Black Tie and and some in jeans... Then it was advertised Phil Collins and "guests" which leads you to believe he'll be singing and there will be guests... Not the other way around... To boot, the lineup SUCKED!!! It was mainly amateur musicians and bad selection of music... A true torture!!! I wanted to leave and get my money back... Luckily for the foundation, I'm a generous soul, but I'll not ever support, again, someone that dupes me into something!!! Phil Collins finally sang... 6 songs, you could taste how much he wasn't into it!!! As he sang "in the air tonight", I could really relate to this song from a personal level with Phil Collins himself, "I can feel it coming in the air tonight, oh Lord Well, I've been waiting for this moment for all my life, oh Lord". yes Phil, I did look forward for a long time to see you in concert... "Well, if you told me you were drowning I would not lend a hand", yes Phil, you let us fans and generous supporters there drowning in bad taste music waiting for you to come out and honor your part of the deal! More, " Well I remember, I remember don't worry How could I ever forget, It's the first time, the last time we ever met" yes Phil, never again!!! In my opinion, if you don't know how to give, eventually your Foundation loses, because you let people down!!! And this is the people that supported your career and now turned up to support your cause!!! I now understand even more the reason Elton John's foundation is so successful, I've been to his concerts 3 of them, the man appreciates his fans!!! He is a " SIR" truly! The Fillmore should be careful how they affiliate with this kind of projects and the way they're allowing this kind of false advertising... My opinion! Had to vent!!!

we paid upwards of 500 dollars for two tickets, and we did not see phil Collins sing, he just came out and appologized for not singing and then walked of stage, we only saw the wife and Alejandra guzman and some pausini lady and phil Collins son playing the drums and some kids playing singalong i am very disappointed and would not recomend this event to nobody. many people left the theater when we found out he was not going to perform. once again, VERY DISSAPPOINTED!!!!

Phil Collins did sing and the show felt kind of un-organize

Sitting in our seats for over three hours in anticipation for the headliner Phil Collins at $275.00 x 3 was a total disappointment. The show dragged on forever and at the very end Phils wife comes out and says Phil can't sing due to voice problems... I totally felt this was orchestrated to keep every there, especially to bid on auction items that went from 5000 to. 25000 dollars.. Phil did come out and apologized but we were all stunned. Was this really happening? So Phil said the chorus group would sing his hits and walked off the stage... Really!!!!!!!!!! During Art Basel Week!!!!! The Miami Herald Reported two days later that Phil was experiencing Anxiety problems due to stage fright,WHAT!!!!!! So we left along with 80% of the middle class people that just got robbed for a lot of money....

Unfortunately Phil Collins was sick and didn't perform. Disappointed

It was an incredible experience and have the opportunity to see all the amazing talent that young musicians had. How this Foundation help them to achieve their dreams and make them come true. Also, to have the amazing opportunity to watch Richard Marx performing my favorite Phil Collin's song with Nicholas Collins at the drums (he is like his father). The only sad moment was when Phil came out to say he wasn't able t perform due to vocal problems. I wanted to heard him so much after his retirement. I hope he gets better. Love him to death. A lot of people were angry and want their money back because they pay to hear Phil and he didn't performed. I DO NOT WANT MY MONEY BACK, I GAVE IT FOR A GOOD CAUSE. It wasn't Phil wish to get sick that night and not sing. People should understand that instead of asking for their money back. I'm not a millionaire but if I have to do it again, I'LL DO IT. LOVE YOU AND ADMIRE YOU PHIL !!!!!

We flew in with a group of people from Aruba to see Phil Collins. First we were moved to the back of the theater. At the end of the night, after three hours, we were informed by his ex-wife (who still carries the last name Collins) that Phil Collins was not able to perform. Afterwards we found out that he released a statements a couple of days before that he only would sing three songs. He ended up not performing at all. From the venue information (Phil Collins in concert) you would expect a concert of Phil Collins, not a gala for a foundation.

In a nutshell, there was built anticipation about Phil Collins performing a few songs. When it was around 11 PM and after the auction was over, Orianne Collins was left with the hard task to tell the entire crowd that Phil was not well enough to performer. If I recall correctly, she said that Phil saw a doctor all day about his problem. Why could they not have told the audience this prior to show start? I feel fooled into paying money to this charity for a small Phil Collins show I didn't get. The spanish singer did a lousy job with Against All Odds. The Little Dreams singer was ok, but not great on You Can't Hurry Love. Richard Marx was stellar on In The Air Tonight.

Main act did not perform. Everyone was not notified until last minute that Phil would not perform.

Awfu!!!!!!! After waiting for 3 and 1/2 hours, Phil Collins comes on stage with his wife who announces that the doctor says Phil could not sing.

Unbelievable what happened at this charity concert. We hat to listen for more than 2 hours to new-comers than they told us that Phil cannot sing as he is not in good "shape". I cannot believe that somebody of his talent, experience and background did this. Shame on Phil Collins.

i love his song in the air tonight it just brings me alive i love it i dont care what anyone thinks hes awsome.

Horrible, falsely advertised this concert! HE DOESNT PLAY HIS MUSIC ANYMORE!!!! He sings the oldies and is not very good at it. Doesnt suit his voice

Wed night 6/23. Phil was dressesed in a sharp black suit and ready to groove. His Band was fabulous and you could tell Phil really enjoyed the old Motwon sound. His band was right on and three of the members where the renown Funk Brothers. Chester and Daryl were also in the mix. Phil did start late and the NY crowd get restless after 8:30. In addition, Phil had some lyric issues which he talked about on stage - there are alot of fu *^*ing lyrics in these songs and I did not write them,.But he did very well to ghet many lyrics correct and was very well reheased. He had tyo focus on the lyrics which kept him from cutrtting loose. In my opinion some of the songs could have been shortened and linked together to switch the songs up faster. He did not have to play entire songs - we got the gist. This was a tough task to tackle and I give him alot of credit for his efforts. The band was great! Phil is the best and I wish him all of the best!!!!!

The show was great - great setup; loved the costumes; Phil sounded great. Having never seen Phil live before, I was a bit disappointed he didn't sneak in a few of his own songs (even some Genesis numbers), but it was great!

If you are hoping to hear Phil Collins old hit - this isn't the concert for you. When I purchased the tickets I was so excited to get them that I didn't realize the theme was 60, Motown. At the start of the show, Phil had announced he would be releasing a new album in September. The new album will feature all of his 60/Motown favorites. The whole show was ALL 60/Motown songs he did not play any of his own hits. Most singers/bands go on tour to promote their new albums but they also play some of their old hits too. I am not a fan of the era and I was very disappointed.

It was a nice concert but love his older stuff. He didnt play ANY of his old songs. It would have been nice to hear a few. He is still GREAT though!

Phil's final concert at Roseland was just amazing. Phil's singing was perfect and the band were fantastic. The fact they were filming the DVD that night made it extra special and the audience atmosphere was brilliant. Phil's voice suits Motown so well, and he was obviously enjoying himself...can't wait for the album!!! I hope it's not the last we see of him!!

Great show, but everyone expects Phil to sing his hit songs. The thing is: he is singing something new, his childhood favorite songs. That was the proposition for the show/upcoming CD and he had all these musicians there. Singing his old songs would certainly be disrespectful to the whole structure he put together and to his final objective, which is to sing new songs and release a new Album. I mean, everybody knew that when buying the tickets. I REALLY wanted him to sing one of his hit songs, but oh well. At least we saw him up close. Big delay to start (around 2h). No opening act.

phil motown performance was a pleasant surprise. Great seeing the original Funk Brothers perform. looking foward to the cd and dvd.

This was a great show. If you like Motown and you like Phil Collins then you would have loved this show. Too bad that this was the last scheduled date.

Was so excited to see him up close and personal and was so disapointed. Ive seen him alot over the yrs and was always happy, but I felt he was so not into it. PS i still love him and will see him again and again

The music was great, however, my friends and I felt that he should have played some of his old songs in between the Motown songs to keep the crowd going. The crowd was getting bored after the third song. People come to see Phil Collins to bring back memories of the era of Phil Collins in the 80's and 90's. It's a shame that he was disappointing. His voice is still the best! He started playing 1 hour and a half after the scheduled start time, and played for 1 hour and 40 min.

Loved all the Motown songs BUT....as much as I love Phil Collins, the other songs were not fitting for this venue... To mix it up, Phil should have actually gotten on the drums, some old Genesis would have really wowed us... It was still an awesome night!

music was ok, rest completly not worted my money!!!!

Good show. liked the Mowtown. Wish he would have done a few more of his own songs.

I was expecting PhiL Collins and that is not what I got. I don't know if it was just me, but I wasn't there to hear motown. I was very disappointed, not one of the Phil Collins songs that I love, not even the same genre. I don't think he was good at all.

Phil is a great artist but after 3 motown songs you just want to die! Suger pie honey and you can't hurry love were good but those songs are great no matter who sings them.

Went to see Phil Collins last night expecting to hear HIS songs. A waste of money. Instead we heard Motown. The venue at Roseland was horrible, standing room only. If it was his music surrounding you, it may have been better. Could not even hear him when he spoke, people just screaming. It was a very poor choice for him to do Roseland . We actually left early, as we saw many fans were doing, and had a better evening.

Collin's voice remains intact; his back-up singers and band were excellent. In regards to the four out of five stars, it is difficult to remain standing throughout the entire show (tickets have a printed 7:00 start time, but crowd had to wait/stand for an 1.5 hrs before the show started). Also, the fact that Collins was covering primarily Motown was not prominently advertised (at least through Ticketmaster). Overall, I had a great time and started the summer off well.

Sound was not good and show was over early ...........Not alot of energy from phil seem to me like he didnt want to be there....Place was hot as hell and packed in like sardines....93 bucks a ticket at least pump some air in..

All Motown music?? Yea said it on tickets but on on computer, I paid nearly 400 dollars to see Phil Collins in the roseland ballroom that's what it said when it adverised event , then you get tickets and you see that it's Motown ? Thought he might play some of his music, as did everyone around me , we left after one hour, as did about 40 other people not counting ones before me, not a good night

Excellent show! Phil was in top form and able to get around the stage very well (wasn't sure what to expect after his back troubles last year). The band was huge-- well-rehearsed and put on a great show.

The one star rating is not for Phil he was terrific in fine form.Hope he plays MSG with Genesis. The Roseland Ballroom is awful $183.50 to stand up for two hour's stinks. Crowded, screaming, couldn't see any thing and the couple next to us should have saved their money and rent a ROOM. I will not see any act unless it is assigned seating save your money.

I knew Phil Collins would be singing Motown/ R&B, but I was disappointed in most of the song choices. There are so many choices, I question some that were made, I felt there were too many slow songs- many of which I didn't remember, I could not hear most of what he said and his usual stage presence was missing ( I saw him 2x solo & one with Genesis). I understand he is getting older ,just like the rest of us, but I missed his humor this time. I enjoyed seeing him again, but the show was missing the "IT" he used to bring.

He and his band put on a great show:).Great variety if dancing music and ballads. Can't wait for the album.

We went to see Phil Collins last night and it was AMAZING!! I did not want the night to end-you must go see this!

Looked like he was going through the motions Looking old

Very disappointing show. So poor that I didn't stay for the whole show. He was hard to hear at times and seemed disinterested. Where was the energy? For the price of the tickets I expected a lot better and some of his originals. He is definitely past his prime. Sad and rather pathetic.

He only played 1 of his old songs. It was a big disappointment. We came to hear him. If I knew it was a motown show I wouldn't have gone.

He did a fantastic job at singing oldies and motown....the band and backup singers were great as well!

Good show when Phil Collins eventually came out on stage. It was a very hot night and people were lining up from 7pm outside, show was supposed to start at 8 o clock, Phil Collins came out a half hour late. Considering there was no seating and people were standing (a lot of older folk ), I think it was incosiderite. At $77 a ticket I was a little disappointed. Other than that he did give a good performance but wished he had played drums.

the wait on the line was a bit too long and then he started 30 min later but other then that everything was perfect

Standing room only is horrible when the doors open at 7 and the artist does not come out until 8:30 PM Also, on your ad when tix go on sale it should say Phil Collins does MOTOWN not just Phil Collins. The sound was not good and overall I think it was a poor performance.

Whew what a bad concert. Sound was terrible...crowd was worse all they did was talk through the whole show but that is just an indication of how bad the show was. People would rather talk than listen. We left early.

Phil Collins is different but great. Motown songs are classics but he makes them sound authentic, with a slight touch of Collins' softness. What benefits the concert is the musicians, Funk Brothers in particular. The show was real pleasure to watch and listen. A good lesson for the young ones to see how professionals work.

I should not have to say "I wish he would play some Phil Collins songs" at a PHIL COLLINS SHOW!!!!! It was all Motown and Soul -- the website did NOT specify clearly at all. I only found out the day of the show when I took a closer look at the tickets. BOOOOO!!!!

I loved it but I love Phil Collins. I thought he was great. Just missed hearing his songs

Out of his hits, he only played "Can't Hurry Love." All the fans wanted to hear his music, not other music from other bands from the 70s.

Phil Collins owes me my money back. He did not play any of his own music. The Mo town was good especially the back up singers but people paid to hear Phil Collins music. The crowd was not pleased at all.

The motown theme of this concert was unexpected and was not a good surprise. Everyone in the concert looked like they were watching a bad television show rather than a concert.

Excellent show, unless you expected old Phil/Genesis tunes. Phil obviously still recovering from his back ailment, but he kicked it in as the show progressed. A superb backing band with horns and vocals made the evening a true joy. Roseland is a club type setting, that gave everyone a chance to be up close to the act and dance if you felt the urge, which many did.