Seriously Phil - North America’s Premier Tribute to Phil Collins
North America’s premiere tribute to the legendary song catalogue of Phil Collins. Featuring career spanning hits from the Genesis years (Invisible Touch, Turn It On Again, etc.), through his solo career (In The Air Tonight, Against All Odds, Easy Lover), Seriously Phil brings you all the songs you love, and some you may have forgotten you loved!
Seriously Phil front man, Jeremy Saje, has been performing his entire life, beginning with singing numbers in his father’s magic shows. In high school, Jeremy found the wonder of musical theater and, directly after graduation, embarked on his career, performing on stages up and down the Eastern seaboard playing such roles as Billy Crocker in “Anything Goes”, Pontius Pilate in “Jesus Christ Superstar”, The Hawker in “Tommy”, Prince Dauntless in “Once Upon a Mattress”, Charlie Brown in “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown”, Mary Sunshine in “Chicago”, and many more. Jeremy’s decision to move to California saw the opportunity to originate a few roles, including the title role in “Old Ben” , as well as several national tours and Off-Broadway runs of new works. He ventured back East as a soloist in the world premiere of “Jesus Christ Superstar GOSPEL” with the Alliance Theatre in Atlanta, GA. Sir Tim Rice and Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber were in attendance on opening night and gave rave reviews of the production and cast. He returned to California for several productions with DOMA Theatre Company, to stellar reviews. Broadway World wrote, “His ‘Judas' Death’ in Act II will shake you right out of your seats” in regard to Jeremy’s portrayal of Judas in DOMA Theatre Company’s “Jesus Christ Superstar.”
Jeremy never left behind his “rock n roll” and soul roots, and performs with bands regularly throughout Southern California. His powerful voice, expressive range and theatrical approach have made him a popular staple of the music scene and in demand as a singer and voice-over artist. With Seriously Phil, Jeremy is able to combine his theatrical nature with his love for rock music while paying tribute to one of his biggest musical influences.
The Seriously Phil Band Leader, Steven Thachuk, is known throughout the world as a classical guitar virtuoso, and has performed as a soloist in concert, with orchestras, and on radio across North America and Europe. He was always a maverick in the classical world, often playing electric guitar, experimental music, and rock tunes in a classical style. In 2009, Steve partnered with Jeff Young (ex-Megadeth) for acoustic shows in England, and since then has turned his attention more and more to his rock n roll roots. After a stint with an acoustic fusion trio (with Julian Coryell, guitarist for Alannis Morissette & Leonard Cohen), Steve began working as an orchestrator for Steve Hackett (ex-Genesis & GTR) and his Genesis Revisited for Band & Orchestra project. This collaboration produced a British tour and a Live album and DVD from Royal Festival Hall in London. Steve went on later to orchestrate a show for Dave Mason from Traffic, and has been producing band and orchestra tributes ever since. He lives in Los Angeles, works as a session player, and performs in experimental and ambient concerts.
Band Members:
Aaron Bergner - Bass and Synth Pedals
Michelle de la Peña - Background Vocals
Steve Stafford - Drums
Seriously Phil promises a great show featuring the soundtrack of our lives and a true tribute to Phil Collins!