Planet Marzipan - A Marillion and Fish Podcast

Joining Craig & Mezza this week are Mark Mitchell and Stuart Clyde from Scottish Marillion tribute, StillMarillion.Chat includes the bands 18+ years of covering the fantastic music of our heroes - from line up changes, through building a following in the UK and branching out into other countries.The guys also talk about the new StillMarillion live album - streaming now - Unreal to Reel - and their exciting plans for the rest of 2026 and beyond...

The Planet Music team are joined by Gary Page to review David Ford's album from 2010 - Let the Hard Times Roll.The guys chat about the origins of the album - from the E.P. releases that preceded it, through the gigs around the time and a a track by track review - all with the added insight of Gary, who appears on the album and is a stalwart of Ford's live band across the years!The team will be back in just over 2 weeks - on Friday 29th May - with a very special episode!

Craig & Mezza are joined by Leo Trimming, Guy Vickers , Stuart Chandler and Scott Evans to take look back at Marillions first long form live video - Recital of the Script - recorded in 1983.Chat includes memories of the "Script" tour - buying the release on video cassette - VHS and Betamax - the release of the "Video E.P. " and a track by track review. Scott also tells us why he chose this film for a screening in his Artisan Tap - venue - in Stoke, UK

Join Craig & Mezza (& Grae) as they chat with Tim Sidwell - about his recollections on the "With Friends From the Orchestra" era of Marillion - including Tim's memories of the Cardiff gig that he filmed for Blu-ray. Later in the episode the guys catch up with James Levey - band archivist - who gives his take on the album - as well as some insight into what tracks were considered for the album. The 3 episode look back at the "With Friends..." album concludes with Planet Marzipan listener comments and views, from our Facebook group.

Join the Planet Music guys as they take an in-depth look at the second BIG COUNTRY album - 1984's "Steeltown".Stuart Adamson's deeply personal lyrics paint a picture of Scottish life in the steel industry from the time of the Great Depression through to the early 1980's.The team look at the origins of the album and review it, track by track.

The PM guys continue their look back on the "With Friends..." album and tour, with the help of Mark Owens, Nathan Page, Grae Tennick & Mikie Kay. Part 2 also focuses on the "With Friends at St David's" live album / bluray - along with tour memories and setlists.Next week, part 3 features Tim Sidwell and James Levey - with their insights into proceedings!

Join Mezza, Craig, Stephanie Bradley, Mark Owens, Nathan Page, Grae Tennick & Mikie Kay as they look back on Marillions 2019 release "With Friends from the Orchestra". In the first episode of three, the focus is on the origins of the idea and a full, track by track, review of the album. Are these re-imagined versions better than the originals ? The panel give their (controversial) views!Part 2, coming to your ears next week!

This episode of Planet Marzipan is dedicated to Carol Halnan.Join Mezza, Craig, Stephanie Bradley, Mark Owens, Nathan Page, Grae Tennick & Mikie Kay as they look back on Marillions 2019 release "With Friends from the Orchestra". In the first episode of three, the focus is on the origins of the idea and a full, track by track, review of the album. Are these re-imagined versions better than the originals ? The panel give their (controversial) views!Part 2, coming to your ears next week!

Grae, Mikie, Craig & Mezza are back to review Spock's Beard's fifth album "V" or "Five". This prog rock classic is the penultimate release by the original line up and contains only 6 tracks but almost 63 minutes of music!Chat includes the background to this release, singles released and a track by track review.How will Craig cope with this prog onslaught? Listen in to find out....

Craig & Mezza are joined by James Levey (Marillion Archivist), Grae Tennick and Mikie Kay - to review the 2 new releases from the Digital Front Row Club - Capitol, Hannover, Germany - 9th December 1991 (Holidays In Eden Tour) The Forum, London, England - 16th September 1995 (Afraid Of Sunlight Tour)Available now from Marillion.com or https://marillionofficial.bandcamp.comKeep listening , at the end of the episode , to hear 2 sample tracks from these releases.

Join Mezza & Craig as they discuss the recent fan meet up in Keswick, UK - The Gathering - to celebrate the first anniversary of the final Fish gigs, in March 2025. Fans came from far and near, to assemble in Keswick for a weekend of great music, great friends and rare, rare visual footage of Marillion & Fish, across the years, screened in a beautiful art deco cinema.The episode includes interviews with the guys behind "The Gathering", Paul Cavender & Mark Allatt - Henk Tempelman - who kindly brought some of his treasured archive across to the UK and lots of other attendees.

Taking a break from reviewing albums for this episode - the PM team are back to talk cover versions. Each of the team picked 4 cover versions to compile a fantasy cover versions compilation.The episode concludes with some listener suggestions for the album, compiled from the Planet Music Facebook group.There is a YouTube playlist of all 12 picks here https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxe_lQvOUJgzv8lXWV_9Azbqvu1JIOFHd&si=tQW8pwY7GMosrCV5What do you think of the choices? What are your suggestions for a cover versions compilation? Post your thoughts at https://www.facebook.com/groups/651497387797567/

Mezza & Craig are back, joined by Mikey Kay & Stuart Clyde, for a Good Friday treat.... to take an in depth look at the final single from Fish's "Internal Exile" album, "Something in the Air".Chat includes the b-sides, artwork, and if this track was the right choice to be a single. The episode concludes with listener comments on all 3 singles from "Internal Exile" from the Planet Marzipan Facebook group chat.

Mezza & Craig are, once again, joined by Mikey Kay & Stuart Clyde to take an in depth look at the second single from Fish's "Internal Exile" album, the anthemic "Credo".Chat includes the b-sides, artwork, video and legacy of this classic track. Keyboard player, Stuart, gives his musical take on the track too.Coming soon - Charting the Single - Something in the Air ! :-)

Craig & Mezza are joined by Mikey Kay & Stuart Clyde (of StillMarillion) to take an in-depth look at Fish's first single from his second solo album - Internal Exile.Chat includes history of the song and its patriotic origins, early versions, b-sides, the artwork, video and much more.Look out for the next episode, focussing on the "Credo" single, soon.

Join the Planet Music team as they review the new Paul McCartney documentary "Man on the Run", along with the soundtrack album.The film focuses on the final days of the Beatles and runs though the 1970's concluding at the end of 1980 with the death of John Lennon.The companion album features unreleased gems alongside classic McCartney tracks.The team will be back in 2 weeks with a new episode.

Join Mezza & Craig as they meet Felicity Pryke, to talk about her book "Walk the Walk", chronicling her challenge to walk the 127 miles of the Leeds to Liverpool canal, in 6 days - inspired by Marillion lyrics - and featuring support along the way from fellow Marillion fans, including Lee Fuller and Claire Wright - who join the chat to tell their side of this amazing adventure.Felicity also talks about meeting Dani Wallace, founder of The Big Festoon, the FlyAnyway Foundation as well as her love for StillMarillion - the Marillion tribute band, and much more besides.For more information on Felicity's book visit  https://findingfelicity.co.uk/walk-the-walk/or Amazon - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Walk-Felicity-Pryke-ebook/dp/B0FJPVKQNX/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3FTFV0O729LDR&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.I6lLneSr2gZY4aNqkoabLw.e4O03IhonPmV3gqLEBIszmaRb84QtenKjMPIq9Yr4FA&dib_tag=se&keywords=felicity+pryke&qid=1773505585&sprefix=felicity+pryk%2Caps%2C246&sr=8-1You can find Felicity's blog at  https://findingfelicity.co.uk/2026/03/14/walk-the-walk-chapter-titles/Here is a link to Felicity's Spotify playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7yhtfsOdFuPe9753ILclWo?si=_36lUtGwTBeMEWXItIfFCA

Join Craig & Mezza as they interview Steve Hogarth & Richard Barbieri and look back on their collective work as a duo. James Levey, Paul McMillan, Gary Page & Nathan Page are on hand to provide additional questions and insights.Chat includes the origins of the "Not the weapon, but the hand" album, the proposed tour, writing and composition processes, the H Band, Richards memories of Japan and details about his forthcoming album "Hauntings". For more info, or to pre order visit https://burningshed.com/store/richardbarbieri

The Planet Music guys are back to take a look at the recently relaunched "Headphone Dust" website/webstore featuring high resolution, Atmos and surround mixes of Steven Wilson's (and related) albums.Patrick Cleasby, joins the guys for a discussion that includes the age old "physical vs download" dilemma, the technical challenges of playing different formats, the releases themselves - including an exclusive live album - and lots more besides.

Mezza & Craig are joined by Nathan Page, James Levey, Paul McMillan & Gary Page to take a deep dive into the 3 releases by Steve Hogarth (Marillion) & Richard Barbieri (Porcupine Tree / Japan) - "Not The Weapon, But The Hand", "Arc-Light" and "Waiting to be Born".Chat includes the origins of this partnership, the writing process, proposed tour and track by track reviews - the episode concludes with Planet Marzipan listener comments on the Hogarth/Barbieri project.Part 2 - coming next week - features an interview with Steve Hogarth and Richard Barbieri - looking back on their work together.

Mezza & Craig are joined by James Levey to discuss the Marillion Front Row Club - which has just launched its Digital Version on Marillion.com & Bandcamp.Chat includes the original FRC and its original format - T-shirts, opt in titles and the phoenix like rebirth via the Digital Front Row Club. James tells the story of its return and talks about the initial releases as well as giving a sneak preview of upcoming titles. Keep listening right to the end of the episode to hear a live track from each of the first 2 releases. For more info on the Digital Front Row Club visit https://www.marillion.com/shop/search.php?s=alldownloads

The PM guys welcome back Darren Moore and Neil McCrystal to conclude their review of Frankie Goes To Hollywoods' debut album - Welcome to the Pleasuredome. Part two features a track by track review of the second disc of the 2 LP configuration of this 80's classic album and takes a look to its legacy. The episode concludes with Planet Music listeners comments taken from the Planet Music facebook group.The team are back in 2 weeks with a new episode.

Mezza & Craig are joined by Lucy & Ian to celebrate 150 episodes of Planet Marzipan Podcast!A relaxed chat includes updates from Ian & Lucy on the band, plans for the next year (and beyond!), chat about the podcast and lots more besides!Thanks to all Planet Marzipan Podcast listeners for your support across the first 150 episodes - please like, subscribe & help spread the word to other Marillo fans!

The PM guys take on the mighty Frankie Goes To Hollywoods' debut album - Welcome to the Pleasuredome, ably assisted by Darren Moore and Neil McCrystal. In part one of a lengthy chat - background to the album and the initial Frankie phenomena, Trevor Horn, ZTT and a track by track review of the first disc of the 2 LP configuration of this groundbreaking album. Look out for part 2 next week.

Mezza & Craig are joined by Stuart Mitchell & Grae Tennick to take an in-depth look at Fish's 10th studio album, A Feast of Consequences. Chat includes background to the album, a track by track review, promo video and tour memories. The episode concludes with Planet Marzipan listener comments on this wonderful album.

Join Craig & Mezza as they catch up with Stephanie Bradley at the start of 2026 to get the low down on her (Very) busy 2025.Chat includes Stephanies adventures at the 2025 Marillion Weekends - as the Queen of Merch and seeing friends from around the world - other 2025 gigs (including Kernowfornia), her work in the movie/TV world, steam train fun, and lots more besides!

Join Mikey, Grae, Craig & Mezza as they take a look at Peter Gabriels 1992 album "Us", the full follow up to the highly successful "So".An in depth conversation includes, album background, a track by track review, "Secret World" tour memories, the live CD & Bluray, as well as discussing the legacy of this highly emotional record. The team will be back in 2 weeks to turn the spotlight onto Frankie Goes to Hollywood's "Welcome to the Pleasuredome".

Craig & Mezza are back with another "Charting the Single" mini pod - looking at "Dry Land" - the final single from "Holidays in Eden". Joined again by James Levey, Mikey Kay, Gary Page, Stuart Clyde & David Ibbott, a lively chat includes song by song reviews , formats, video and Mikey's chart catch up. The episode concludes with listener comments on the Holidays in Eden singles.

Craig & Mezza are back with another "Charting the Single" mini pod - looking at "No One Can" - the second single from "Holidays in Eden". They're joined again by James Levey, Mikey Kay, Gary Page, Stuart Clyde & David Ibbott. Chat includes the panels views on this, sometimes divisive, song - the b sides, video, format, artwork and Mikey looks back on the charts at the time.Look out for the "Dry Land" mini pod - coming soon........

In a first for Planet Music, the team have a special guest - Tim Sidwell - concert film, documentary & promo creator / producer / director - and the main man at "Toward Infinity".Tim talks about how he began getting involved in his line of work, working with the likes of Magnum & Marillion, via a varied portfolio including the Celebrating Jon Lord Concert at the Royal Albert Hall, Steps, Bring Me The Horizon, Elbow, Cirque Du Soleil, Bananarama, Corey Taylor, Alice Cooper and lots more besides.Chat includes the technicalities filming different gigs and events and who would be on Tims "wish list" to work with in the future. For more information on Toward Infinity visit http://www.towardinfinity.co.uk/aboutus.php

Craig & Mezza are back with another "Charting the Single" mini pod - looking at "Cover My Eyes (Pain & Heaven)" - the first single from "Holidays in Eden". They're joined by James Levey, Mikey Kay, Gary Page, Stuart Clyde & David Ibbott. A not so "mini pod" (that clocks in just shy of an hour) includes background to the single release, b-sides, video, formats and promo as well as chat about why this release is so special to some of the panel. Next weeks episodes feature the following 2 singles from Holidays in Eden, "No One Can" & "Dry Land".

In the final part of the review of 2025, Mezza & Craig are joined by, Mark and Vanessa Kennedy to review the Utrecht Marillion Weekend. Gary Page & Paul McMillan are on hand to help review the some of the last h natural gigs of the year, at Trading Boundaries and Liverpool.The busy December is discussed in depth and concludes the review of 2025.

The latest episode of our sister podcast - Planet MusicJoin the PM boys for their Christmas Secret Santa gift exchange - part 2.Danse Macabre by Duran Duran and Downes Braide Association - Live in England are gifted and discussed in this festive episode.Happy New Year from all at Planet Music Podcast. The team will be back in 2 weeks with a new episode.

Join Mezza & Craig as they invite a few friends around to review 2025 in Marillion & Fish world. Mikey Kay, Grae Tennick, Paul McMillan, Martin Jakubski, Mike Barton, Tim Sidwell & Seamus Colgan are back to take look at July to November of 2025, in chronological order.Part two, recorded in early December 2025, covers July - November and includes more h natural gigs, Fish news, Marillion reissues, and lots more besides.The Planet Marzipan team wish all listeners a very happy New Year. Look out for part 3 of the review next week covering December 2025 including a review of the Utrecht weekend and the final run of h Natural gigs for the year.

Planet Music PodcastJoin the PM boys for their Christmas Secret Santa gift exchange - part 1.LieJacker by Thea Gilmore and The World Under Unsun by Lunatic Soul are gifted and discussed in this festive episode.Listen out for part 2 next week...Merry Christmas from all at Planet Music Podcast.

Mezza & Craig invite a few friends around to review 2025 in Marillion & Fish world. Joining them are Mikey Kay, Grae Tennick, Paul McMillan, Martin Jakubski, Mike Barton, Tim Sidwell & Seamus Colgan to take look at a packed year, in chronological order.Part one, recorded in early December 2025, includes h natural gigs, Fish's Road to the Isles UK tour, Marillion Weekends, and lots more besides.The Planet Marzipan team wish all listeners a very happy Christmas. Look out for part 2 of the review next week.

Join Mezza & Craig as they break open the eggnog and welcome Darren Moore, Barnsley Wood, James Levey & Neil McCrystal to look back on the 2002 Marillion gig at Union Chapel in London - later released as "Christmas in the Chapel" DVD and audio download.Chat includes discussion about what was going on in Marillo world at the close of 2002, the lead up to the Union Chapel date, the venue and the gig itself.

Mikey, Craig, Grae & Mezza are back to review an album in full, in detail...This episode the featured album is "High Civilisation" by Bee Gees, released in 1991.This album was the successor to the popular "One" and "E.S.P" albums of the late 80's. The review includes background to the release, track by track insight and a look at it's legacy. What do you think of this album? Join the discussion on our Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/651497387797567/

Craig & Mezza meet Tim Glasswell, the curator of "The Rainbow Room", a Europeans/How We Live web resource, built up over a number of years to become the destination on the web for all things "Europeans".Tim tells of his love for Marillion's music which led him to discover the music of Steve Hogarth's previous 2 bands. Tim also discusses the interviews, unreleased songs and his extensive collection of the bands music.

Marillion have just announced an unexpected return to Port Zélande. Listen on...

Steve Hogarth joins the PM guys, Lucy Jordache, Seamus Colgan, James Levey, Paul McMillan & Tim Glasswell to chat about this memories of "How We Live" and the "Dry Land" album.The episode concludes with Planet Marzipan listener feedback on this great album - Which is now back on streaming platforms - thanks to Lucy Jordache! :-)

The Planet Music guys are back with an episode that's a little different....the boys talk us through the highlights of their recent music shopping lists...and give a sneak peek on their Christmas wish lists.What do you think of their choices? Join the conversation in the Planet Music Facebook Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/651497387797567/

The PM boys are back to take a round table look at the "How We Live" album "Dry Land", helped by Lucy Jordache, Seamus Colgan, James Levey, Paul McMillan & Tim Glasswell.Chat includes the genesis of the new band following the split of Europeans - Steve Hogarth and Colin Woore regroup to form "How We Live". Listen in for a track by track review, discussion about the tour and much more besides.Look out for Part 2 next week, with Steve Hogarth.

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.

Ian Mosley and Lucy Jordache, join the PM boys to announce the 2026 UK tour dates!A full list of dates and Ian's reaction to the schedule are included in this update!Join the PM guys for a live Zoom call for fan reaction to this announcement, on Tuesday 18th November 2025 at around 8pm - keep an eye on the Planet Marzipan Facebook group for full details.

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.