Collateral

An impressive, well-constructed effort by American Idol season whatever winner, Phillip Phillips. The musician so nice they named him twice. Collateral is his best album and his least Dave Matthews sounding, therefore his most original and highlight his musical prowess on many levels. There’s even some jam solos that show he’s more than just a songwriter. He can shred, too! The lead track, Magnetic, is his finest cut yet. It’s a shame many will never even give this a stream. They are missing out.