Collins better than Gabriel?

A comparison is almost unfair. Genesis were a different band after Gabriel left. The emphasis on theatrics inevitably went. Collins did an excellent job as singer, but as a frontman he was a very different character to Gabriel. I like both singers. They both made a huge contribution to the Genesis sound - vocally - over the years.

This has always been a tough one for me. Technically Phil has always had the more dynamic range over Peter. He can really belt out a song.

On the other hand, Peter is much more distinct and original. Plus as a frontman, Peter out-classed Phil by a long shot.

I guess I would have to give them an equal billing here.

Edited by marktheshark

IMO Peter Gabriel is member of an exclusive and closed society composed by the 10-12 best rock singers. So, no chance for Collins, a good drummer and an average singer, indeed. 

Edited by Atkingani

In terms of singing, this poll is a non starter, Gabriel blowes Collins into the weeds, and almost all other singers as well. But collins was a great drummer, I just wish he stayed behind the kit.

I do like Collins voice, but prefer Gabriel as (lead) Genesis vocalist -- he's more interesting in his sound, and, I find, can convey more varied  emotion (pathos, humour, menace, eeriness, etc.).

 

(And of course live, Gabriel was/is a much more dynamic, charismatic performer.)

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I've not heard too much of Gabriel so I can't really say, but I think Phil Collins is an amaing singer.

I prefer Collins.

Gabriel Genesis pwns Collins Genesis

Peter Gabriel pwns Phil Collins

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I like Gabriel better, but Collins is also very good.

Gabriel is a better singer IMO