
Join John 'Mezza' Merrick and Craig Houston for a discussion about the music and the world of Marillion and Fish, including solo albums, offshoots, tribute acts and much more besides. All opinions expressed are just that...opinions. We would love to hear your views on the music and the podcast. Email us at planetmarzipanpodcast@gmail.com
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 199 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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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 ... more
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... more
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 r... more
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 ca... more
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Great listen by people who clearly hold the band with great affection,like most of us do. A fun and informative listen.
Cracking in one word. Marillion are a great band still making amazing emotional music; they’re fabulous live with a worldwide following of caring fans which all equates to a wonderful vibe. Long may it continue.
Very informative And from the perspective of the grafters who lived it even in not so great times
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A thoughtful, music-forward discussion focusing on Marillion, Fish, and related projects, with deep dives into albums, live releases, archival material, and fan-driven context. The show blends history, personal anecdotes, and industry perspectives, often featuring guests who are musicians, organizers, archivists, or long-time fans. Episodes frequently explore era-specific production choices, packaging, and the broader cultural footprint of the artists, making it appealing to devoted fans and music history enthusiasts alike. A notable strength is the collaborative, community-driven vibe, with frequent references to fan events, archival projects, and cross-episode continuity that rewards long-time listeners. This combination of insider perspe... more
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