Debut solo album featuring "In The Air Tonight" with pioneering drum machine use, a staple in vinyl rock collections.
Artist page · 05/07/2026
Phil Collins
About
Phil Collins, From Genesis drummer to solo pop and rock icon since 1981.
14 vinyl releases tracked — iconic 1980s albums like Face Value and No Jacket Required shape his vinyl legacy.
Phil Collins began his musical career in 1971 as the drummer for Genesis, becoming lead vocalist in 1975 after Peter Gabriel's departure. His solo debut, Face Value (1981), reached number one in the UK charts and introduced his distinctive drum machine sound. Collins' catalog includes 14 vinyl records, spanning pop, rock, and classical influences, with multiple reissues and remasters on labels such as Virgin and Rhino.
Highlights include studio albums like No Jacket Required (1985) and...But Seriously (1989), as well as live albums and recent compilations. Tracklists commonly feature hits such as "In The Air Tonight," "Against All Odds," and "Another Day In Paradise." Collins also contributed to Disney soundtracks in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Discography
Phil Collins — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Stage Entertainment · 2010
Atlantic · 2010
Walt Disney Records · 2006
Walt Disney Records · 2003
TCB Records · 2003
Warner Music International · 2002
Walt Disney Records · 1999
Face Value Records · 1996
Virgin · 1993
Virgin · 1990
Virgin · 1989
Virgin · 1985
Virgin · 1982
Virgin · 1981Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Phil Collins's career.



The essentials
The 3 Phil Collins albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
Contains hits like "Sussudio" and "One More Night," a defining mid-80s pop rock album with various vinyl pressings worldwide.
Late 80s soft rock and ballad-heavy album featuring "Another Day In Paradise," present in numerous original and reissued vinyl versions.
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Collectors
For vinyl die-hards
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
Market values (source: Discogs)
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Phil Collins
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"Phil Collins combined traditional and electronic drum sounds to invent a rhythmic landscape copied worldwide."— Music innovation
Face Value's 1981 debut reshaped drum recordings
Face Value was released in 1981 with Collins innovating by blending traditional drumming with drum machine programming, notably on "In The Air Tonight," creating a new sound repeated by many.
"Serious Hits...Live!" captures 1990 global performances
The 1990 album Serious Hits...Live! features 15 tracks from Collins' worldwide tours, including hits like "In The Air Tonight" and "You Can't Hurry Love," with multiple vinyl versions available.
1985 Live Aid concert transit on Concorde
Phil Collins famously flew the Atlantic in a Concorde to perform at both the UK and US Live Aid concerts in 1985, a notable moment blending music and rapid travel.
Phil Collins' multi-language contribution to Tarzan soundtrack
In 1999, Collins co-created the Tarzan soundtrack, performing songs in five languages and winning an Oscar for "You'll Be In My Heart."
Records by Phil Collins
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FAQ
FAQ: Phil Collins on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
When did Phil Collins start his solo career?
Phil Collins began his solo career in 1981 with the release of the album Face Value.
What are the most popular Phil Collins vinyl albums?
Popular vinyl albums include Face Value, No Jacket Required, and...But Seriously, all featuring key hits from the 1980s.
Which Phil Collins vinyl editions are rare or sought after?
Rare editions include test pressings such as the 1993 UK & Ireland white label of Both Sides and original country-specific pressings of No Jacket Required and...But Seriously.
Is the album Face Value available on vinyl?
Yes, Face Value is available on vinyl, including remastered versions with original 1981 track listings.
Where was Phil Collins born?
Phil Collins was born in Hounslow, United Kingdom, in 1951.
Are there exclusive Phil Collins vinyl pressings in France?
Currently, no specific exclusive French vinyl pressings are documented, but many European pressings exist.
What genres does Phil Collins' music cover?
His music spans pop, rock, soft rock, ballads, and even classical influences.
How has Phil Collins influenced drum techniques in vinyl recordings?
He innovated by combining drum machine programming with live drumming, especially evident on Face Value's tracks.
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Sources & method
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.






