This week on Music Matters, MonkeyBoy & Ziggy take listeners on a journey through the remarkable career of Phil Collins—a drummer turned frontman who became one of the most recognizable voices in pop and rock history.

🔑 What to Expect

• Genesis beginnings: How Collins stepped behind the kit in the early ’70s and eventually took the mic, steering Genesis into global stardom.
• Solo superstardom: The rise of hits like “In the Air Tonight”, “Against All Odds”, and “Sussudio” that defined the sound of the ’80s.
• Cross-genre influence: His work in pop, rock, film soundtracks (Tarzan), and collaborations with legends across the industry.
• Behind the scenes: The stories of his relentless touring, his shift from drummer to singer, and the challenges of balancing band life with solo fame.
• Legacy check: Why Collins remains a cultural touchstone, from stadium anthems to viral drum fills, and how his music continues to inspire new generations.

Phil Collins’s career is more than just chart-topping singles—it’s a story of reinvention, resilience, and redefining what it means to be both a band member and a solo superstar. MonkeyBoy & Ziggy bring their trademark mix of insight and humor to unpack the man behind the hits.

Names in song titles aren’t just labels—they’re emotional anchors. They make music feel personal, universal, and unforgettable. This episode celebrates that magic across genres and decades, showing how one simple choice—a name—can turn a track into a cultural touchstone. In this episode of Music Matters, MonkeyBoy & Ziggy dive into the fascinating tradition of songs that feature people’s names in their titles. From timeless ballads to modern pop anthems, the hosts explore how naming someone in a song creates instant intimacy, storytelling power, and cultural resonance.

The 1990s gave us grunge, alt‑rock, and countless platinum records—but not every great album found its audience. In this episode, MonkeyBoy & Ziggy shine a light on the forgotten gems of the decade, exploring the stories behind records that slipped through the cracks yet still deserve recognition.

From the eccentric brilliance of Life Sex & Death’s Silent Majority to other overlooked releases that pushed boundaries but never broke into the mainstream, the hosts dig into the industry forces, cultural shifts, and sheer bad luck that kept these albums from wider success. Along the way, they revisit standout tracks, share behind‑the‑scenes anecdotes, and debate how these “lost albums” might have changed the musical landscape if they’d gotten their due.

It’s a nostalgic deep dive into the music that got away—perfect for listeners who love discovering hidden treasures and rethinking the soundtrack of the ’90s.