A weekend, in a UK holiday camp, surrounded by hardcore fans, what could possibly go wrong? Craig & Mezza are joined by Fraser Marshall, Mikey Kay, Andrew "Barnsley" Wood & James Levey to look back on the first residential Marillion Weekend at Pontins, Brean Sands, in 2002. A historic weekend, the germ of an idea that has become fully realised as the biannual Port Zelande weekends.It was a big weekend for Fraser too - life changing. Listen in as the boys reminisce on this amazing weekend.
Join Mezza & Craig as they meet Diz Minnitt ,Nigel Spennewyn and Deborah Hopper from Pride of Passion. Mark McCormack (from Markos Marillion Museum) joins the chat too.Diz talks about his memories of his time in Marillion, including Fish and Diz's demo audio tape for the band, early gigs, writing sessions, BBC sessions and lots more besides.Later in the conversion talk turns to Pride of Passion, the band that Diz joined after leaving Marillion. Nigel and Deborah discuss the bands time in the eighties (Including having Steven Wilson and Brian Jelliman in the line up at different times) and how they arrived at reforming now to record new Pride of Passion music. The episode also includes a new song "Legions".For more information on Pride of Passion visit their Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571994384626
The PM team are joined by Mark McCormac, Grae Tennick, Mark Owens, Nathan Page and Dave Dobbie to discuss the last few dates of Fish's Road to the Isles tour - including the emotional final two gigs in Glasgow. Chat includes setlists, crowd reactions, pop up shops and a discussion on what Fish's retirement means to the panel. It's an emotional listen.So long Derek, thanks for all the Fish :-)
A bonus episode to talk about the UK tour 2026, setlist wants, new Racket releases, forthcoming podcast plans and lots more besides! (Recorded over Zoom).Thanks to Steve, Nathan, Guzz, Shiela, Lee, Warrens iPhone 2.This was recorded on Tuesday 18th November - before tickets went on sale.
Join the PM guys as they meet Stuart Clyde, the keyboard player with Marillion tribute, StillMarillion, for a lengthy, but lighthearted chat.Stuart talks about how he first came to Marillion's music, his musical journey and gives an insight into how StillMarillion approach recreating this wonderful music.Keep listening to the end and you'll hear a StillMarillion mini gig! Thanks to Mark, Martin, Barrie, Stuart and Big Mark for letting us use these live tracks.
A new episode from our sister podcast.Join Mezza. Grae, Mikey & Craig as they take a deep dive into Julian Lennon's 1991 album, "Help Yourself". Produced by Bob Ezrin with a stellar line up of session musicians and featuring the single "Saltwater", this undiscovered gem is an eclectic listen.Discussion includes a track by track review, formats, background to the album and it's legacy.What do you think of this album? Let us know in the Planet Music Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/651497387797567/
The PM guys are joined by Felicity Pryke, Mikey Kay , Stuart Clyde & Craig Allinson - to talk about Marillions final single from the Seasons End album, Easter. Chat includes A & B sides, Picture discs, 12 inch singles, the video and much more.
The PM guys are joined by Felicity Pryke, Mikey Kay , Stuart Clyde & Craig Allinson - to talk about Marillions second single with Steve Hogarth, Uninvited Guest.Chat includes A & B-sides, extended versions, video and multiple formats. There's another Charting the Single coming up VERY soon!
The PM guys are joined by Felicity Pryke, Mikey Kay , Stuart Clyde & Craig Allinson - to talk about Marillions first single with Steve Hogarth, Hooks in You. Chat includes first impressions of the new Marillion, track by track reviews, artwork, and the video.Look out for another "Charting the Single" - VERY soon!
Craig & Mezza are joined by Steven Rainey, Emma Mills & Kieron Buxton to take a deep dive into Fish's "Fellini Days" album.Chat includes the origins of the album, a track by track review, artwork, formats & tour memories, topped off with a generous helping of listener comments about the album, taken from the Planet Marzipan Facebook group.
The Marillo's follow in the footsteps of Pink Floyd!Ian Mosley & Lucy Jordache join the PM boys to announce a landmark gig for Marillion in July 2026!Tickets go on general sale on Monday 3rd November 2025.
Join the Planet Music team as they take a deep dive into The Dear Hunters' fifth album, 2013's "Migrant".A lengthy chat includes the albums origins, artwork, band history and, of course, a track by track review.Let us know what you think of this album in our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/651497387797567/Coming up, in 2 weeks time, the Planet Music review of Julian Lennon's "Help Yourself" album.
Listen in to a Planet Marzipan Zoom call following Marillions Pompeii announcement, featuring amongst others, Lucy Jordache, Tim Sidwell and Mark Marillion Kennedy.A video episode for those of you who like to see what is going on as well as listen..... :-)
Back in October Steve Hogarth played his first h Natural gig in the USA. Mike & Ruiari Barton travelled across to catch it at the ProgStock weekend.Join Mezza & Craig as they catch up with the boys to get the full lowdown on this historic weekend.Thanks to Linda Heath for allowing us to use her fantastic picture of h for this episode.
Mezza & Craig are joined by Stephanie Bradley & Darren Moore to conclude the Sounds that can't be Made in-depth review.Part 2 includes the artwork, formats, making of's, tour and much more. It wouldn't be a Planet Marzipan review without listener comments...and there were lots to choose from! This episode concludes with some of the highlights from the Planet Marzipan Facebook group chat/feedback.
Welcome to the latest episode of our sister podcast...The Planet Music guys are back to take a deep dive into Canadian singer songwriter, Kathleen Edwards' third album "Asking for Flowers", released in 2008.The background to this emotional record, a track by track review and the stories behind some of the lyrics are all included in this round table review. Check back in 2 weeks for the next episode.
Mezza & Craig are joined by, Lucy Jordache, Stephanie Bradley, James Levey, Darren Moore and Ian Mosley to talk all things "Sounds That Can't Be Made". From the albums difficult conception to its release, taking in a roundtable track by track review - it's a lively discussion, with Ian's memories of the recording making this an extra special episode !Look out for part 2 next week!
Mezza & Craig are joined by Emma Mills, Leo Trimming, Craig Allinson and Andy King to reminisce on the Kernowfornia 2025 festival in Looe, Cornwall, UK. Chat includes the festival set up - the line up - other bands and of course, Marillions Friday headline set!This episode also features on the spot reports from Mark Owens and Andrew "Barnsley" Wood - direct from the festival site.
The latest episode of our sister podcast - Planet MusicThe Planet Music guys are joined by guest reviewer, Andrew "Barnsley" Wood, for a roundtable review of The Cure's 1989, eighth album, "Disintegration".A lengthy chat includes the background to the album, videos, live performance, a track by track review and a look at the legacy of this gloomy classic.
Mezza & Craig are joined by Simon Heldreich, from the "Behind the Lines" Genesis podcast (a Revelation Station Podcast) to look at Fish's collaborations with Tony Banks - from the albums "Soundtracks" and "Still".In a light hearted chat the guys talk about Simons love for Marillion, Tony & Derek's collaboration, lyrics, promo videos and lots more besides.To catch more from the Behind the Lines podcast visit https://www.revelationstationpodcast.com/episodes - where you will also find an alternative version of this episode (later this week) on which the PM guys talk of their love for Genesis!
Graeme Alexander
I agree with Martin: Fugazi is my favourite Fish-era album.