Phil Collins announces comeback tour

In June 2017, Collins will perform a five night residency at the Royal Albert Hall in London, before dates in Paris and Cologne.

The musician, who has sold more than 100 million records, announced his retirement from music in 2011 and last toured in 2007. He has made various live appearances, including an event for his own Little Dreams Foundation last year, and a performance of two of his biggest hits at the opening of the US Open tennis tournament in New York in August.

“I thought I would retire quietly,” said the former Genesis drummer, speaking with The Guardian. “But thanks to the fans, my family and support from some extraordinary artists I have rediscovered my passion for music and performing. It’s time to do it all again and I’m excited. It just feels right.”

Collins made his solo debut in 1981 entitled Face Value, which featured 'In the Air Tonight'. He went on to have success with 'Easy Lover', You Can’t Hurry Love' and 'Against All Odds (Take a Look at Me Now)'.

His memoir Not Dead Yet: the Autobiography will be published this week.

Phil Collins Not Dead Yet – Live 2017 tour dates:

4-9 June: Royal Albert Hall, London

11-12 June: Lanxess Arena, Cologne

18-19 June: Accor Hotels Arena, Paris

Tickets go on sale at 9am on Friday 21 October.