Why I Never Liked Ian Gillian”; “Remained Silent for 18 Long Years” – Fans Angered by Phil Collins’s Confession of Initial ‘Lack of Respect’ for Ian Gillan

In a recent interview, legendary musician Phil Collins shocked fans by revealing that he never liked Ian Gillan, lead singer of the iconic rock band Deep Purple. Collins, best known for his work as the drummer and vocalist for Genesis, admitted that he had harbored feelings of disdain towards Gillan for many years, leading to a lack of respect for the singer.

The confession, which came as a surprise to many fans, has ignited a firestorm of controversy on social media. Fans of both Collins and Gillan have taken to Twitter and Facebook to express their outrage over the revelation, with many calling out Collins for his lack of professionalism and his disrespectful attitude towards a fellow musician.

Collins’s comments have struck a particularly sour note with fans of Deep Purple, who have long held Gillan in high regard as one of the greatest rock vocalists of all time. Gillan, known for his powerful voice and charismatic stage presence, has been a central figure in the band since joining in 1969 and has been instrumental in shaping their sound and musical direction.

Many fans have expressed their disappointment in Collins’s revelation, with some even going so far as to say that they will no longer support his music in light of his disrespectful comments. One fan, who has been a die-hard Genesis fan for over 30 years, stated, “I can’t believe Phil would say something like this. Ian Gillan is a rock legend, and he deserves nothing but respect for his contributions to music.”

Collins’s confession of his lack of respect for Gillan has raised questions about the dynamics of the music industry and the relationships between musicians. While it is not uncommon for rivalries and tensions to exist between artists, fans are struggling to understand how Collins could hold such negative feelings towards someone as talented and respected as Gillan.

In response to the backlash from fans, Collins issued a public apology to Gillan, stating that he regrets his earlier comments and that he has since come to appreciate Gillan’s talent and contributions to music. However, many fans remain unconvinced, with some arguing that the damage has already been done and that Collins’s apology is too  little, too late.

The fallout from Collins’s confession is likely to have lasting consequences for his reputation within the music industry and among fans. While some may be willing to forgive and forget, others may find it difficult to support an artist who has shown a lack of respect towards his peers.

As the controversy continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Collins and Gillan will navigate their relationship moving forward. In the meantime, fans are left to grapple with the revelation that one of their musical heroes may not have been as virtuous as they had once believed.