Planet Marzipan - A Marillion and Fish Podcast

Mezza & Craig are joined by Darren Newitt, Seamus Colgan and, from the "Behind the Lines" Genesis podcast, Simon Heldrich, to review the long awaited collaboration from Steve Hackett & Steve Rothery, "The Roaring Waves". A lively chat includes the lengthy gestation period for the album, the supporting musical cast, artwork, formats and much more. What do you think of this album ? Join the discussion in the Planet Marzipan podcast Facebook group.

Join Craig & Mezza as they crack open the new super deluxe edition of Mr h's "Ice Cream Genius" album, to reveal all the goodies inside! They are joined by Tim Glasswell, Seamus Colgan & Grae Tennick - to chat through the contents of this beautiful box set - and the new vinyl edition of the album. Before digging into the box set - the PM boys catch up with James Levey, Marillion archivist & the man who uncovered lots of these tapes and rarities - to talk through the origins of the box and the rare tracks within. The episode rounds out with Planet Marzipan podcast listener comments about the box set.

The Planet Music guys are joined by Felicity Pryke to take a deep dive in to Madonna's 1998 album "Ray of Light". Part one includes background to the album, recording, videos and much more, as well as the first tracks on this epic album. The panel will be back in the next episode - in 2 weeks time - to conclude this mammoth review. In loving memory of William Orbit.

Join Mezza & Craig as they head to Blackpool to join friends at 2 StillMarillion gigs at the Waterloo Music Bar. Stuart Chandler & Grae Tennick, join the guys for this lengthy episode which includes full reviews of the gigs and weekend fun - later in the episode Jenson B, the amazing 15 year old guitarist, who was support for both Blackpool gigs, joins the guys for his first podcast interview! For more info on Jenson visit https://jensonbguitar.uk/

Fish - Songs From The Mirror - Revisited - I Never Thought I'd Need So Many People Craig & Mezza take another look at Fish's "Songs from the Mirror" album - a deeper dive - with the help of Stuart Clyde, Mikey Kay, Jeff Schulke & Stuart Mitchell. Expect the usual features, album background, track by track review, artwork, gigs and much more. The guests bring a different view from the Marzipan boys first visit to this album. There are also some listener comments on this album and the "Never Mind the Bullocks" E.P. as well as Mikey' s chart rundown.

The Planet Music guys are back to review Keane's second album "Under the Iron Sea" and for this episode they're joined by Dave Ibbott & James Levey. Was Keane's follow up to the massive "Hopes & Fears" album, a case of "difficult second album syndrome"? Or did it build on the success of it's predecessor? Chat includes the lead up to the albums release, a track by track review, artwork, videos and, of course, Mikey's chart update from the week of release.

Join Craig & Mezza, along with Grae, as they chat to Marillion archivist, James Levey, about the 2 newest Digital Front Row Club releases: DFRC 7 Heilbronn, Germany 1990 - A Seasons End tour highlight DFRC 8 Bass Brewery, England 2000 - a full first night of the Piss up in a Brewery dates - warts, banter and all! James gives the background as to why these gigs were selected and the rest of the gang discuss their highlights of these 2 releases. The episode rounds out with 2 full preview tracks for these great additions to the Marillion DFRC. Thanks, as always, to Lucy & the Band for allowing their inclusion in the episode. For more information visit marillionofficial.bandcamp.com or Marillion.com

Mezza & Craig are back to talk Pompeii and they've gathered a group of friends around to review the historic concerts - Thomas Schommers , Leo Trimming , Stu Chandler and Grae Tennick, help look back on a wonderful weekend. Chat includes detailed reviews of the weekend and the gigs as well as some on the spot reporting courtesy of our man on the ground, Andrew "Barnsley" Wood ! Pete gets 2 tiles in a row! Chris is a fan.

The gang are back for the second of the "Now that's what I call Planet Marzipan" fantasy compilation - episodes. This time it's songs from movies or T.V. shows. Mike, Grae, Craig & Mezza, each pick their favourites, and discuss why they made their choices. The episode concludes with some Planet Music listener suggestions for the compilation. The team are back in 2 weeks to review Keane's second album "Under the Iron Sea" which has just had a 20th anniversary remaster released.

Mezza & Craig are back from Pompeii and they've gathered a group of friends around to review the historic concerts on Pompeii - Ian Mosley, Lucy Jordache, Stephanie Bradley, Thomas Schommers , Leo Trimming , Stu Chandler and Grae Tennick, look back on a wonderful weekend. Part one focusses on the Ian & Lucys view of events, with help from Stephanie. Ian gives the inside scoop on both nights at this historic venue - including his "Release" on the Sunday night! :-) Part Two, next week, includes detailed reviews of the weekend and the gigs as well as some on the spot reporting ! :-)

Craig & Mezza are joined by Mikey Kay, Stuart Clyde, Stuart Mitchell & Jeff Schuelke to take an in depth look the Fish's "Never Mind the Bullocks" Extended Play, released in 1992. Chat includes the artwork, promo, formats and an in depth track by track review. Mikey also gives a chart insight into what was around at the time of release.

he PM guys take a look at A Perfect Circle's second album "Thirteenth Step" released in 2003. Chat includes background to this U.S. band, origins of the sound and band members, as well as a full track by track review. Mikey is on hand to give an insight into what was around in the charts at the time of release. What do you think of this album? Join the discussion at https://www.facebook.com/groups/651497387797567

Join Mezza & Craig as they catch up with fans who attended dates on the recent tour in Germany for the full lowdown of the fun and frolics! Kathrin Roike, Kathrine Elster, Seamus Colgan & Gunter Schote join the guys to discuss the shows they attended - Beware the conversation includes SETLIST SPOLIERS that may, or may not, give clues as to what the band might play in Pompeii!

Craig & Mezza are joined by the man behind the Digital Front Row Club, James Levey, as well as Mikey Kay & Grae Tennick, to take a look at the latest 2 DFRC releases: 5 Philharmonic, Liverpool, England - 23rd November 2021 6 Vooruit, Ghent, Belgium - 19th May 1997 The first, a rowdy set from the "Light at the End of the Tunnel" tour - with the band and audience in the mood for a party. The second, a fantastic set from the "This Strange Engine" tour, that includes a full band version of "The Bell in the Sea" and a rare outing for "Hope for the Future"! James also teases what may be coming from the DFRC in the future! The episode rounds out with a taster track from each release - "King" & "Man of a Thousand Faces". Visit Marillion.com or https://marillionofficial.bandcamp.com for more details.

Join the Planet Music team as they take a look at the 2021 release by Frost* - Day & Age. Chat includes the background to this post Covid album - session players, band history, an in-depth track by track review, formats and chart chat. The album features 3 stellar session drummers, Pat Mastelotto, Darby Todd & Kaz Rodriguez, alongside the band line up of Jem Godfrey, John Mitchell & Nathan King. A modern prog classic? What do you think of this album? Let us know in the comments.

The PM guys meet Aziz Ibrahim and Dalbir Singh Rattan, amazing musicians and members of the h band. In a relaxed and honest chat, hear about memories of the h band on tour, favourite gigs and venues, setlists and much more. Current projects are also discussed including Aziz's upcoming tour and re-issue (on vinyl and streaming) of his Lahore to Longsight album. For full details visit https://www.facebook.com/azizibrahimmusic/?locale=en_GB Steve Hogarth also pops in later on to catch up with his fellow band mates :-) H Band Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070499402595&locale=en_GB

Mezza & Craig are joined by Lucy Jordache, James Levey, Mark McCormac, Nathan Page & Mikey Kay to take an in depth look at the re-issue of Marillion's "No One Can" single - taken from the "Six of One..." compilation album. Later in the conversation, Ian Mosley joins the chat to give his recollections on this period of the bands history. The episode concludes with Lucy reciting the lyrics of the song and the PM boys dive into listener comments on the 2 singles from "Six of One..."

Nat Merrick joins the Planet Music regulars to take in in-depth look at Phoebe Bridgers 2020 album "Punisher". Chat includes background to the album - released at the height of the first Covid lockdown - a full track by track review, Bridgers' work with other artists and much more besides. This episode was recorded and released almost instantly, and it may lack some of the edits, you might expect to hear! What do you think of this album? Join the discussion on the Planet Music Facebook page.

The Planet Marzipan boys are back with another Charting the Single episode - taking a look at Marillions cover of Rare Bird's "Sympathy". Lucy Jordache, James Levey, Mark McCormac, Nathan Page & Mikey Kay are also on hand to give their views on the single, b-sides, artwork and much more..... Mikey gives a chart update of songs that were around at the time of release and the episode concludes with Lucy reciting the lyrics in her own inimitable style.

Something for the weekend. Join Craig as he spins off on this separate adventure with a brand new podcast away from the mothership. In this episode we have a gang of Marzipan regulars Mikie Kay, Stu Chandler, Mark Kennedy and Stephanie Bradley joining to discuss their first science fiction loves, what is happening with some of our beloved franchises plus the latest news on Doctor Who's future. Unlike Planet Music this podcast isn't planned to be repeated on this channel so there will be a link to it's new home once the series is launched.