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Joining Craig & Mezza this week is photographer extraordinaire, Anne-Marie Forker, fresh off the Marillion tour bus for a catch up.

Chat includes the Pompeii shows from summer, Anne-Maries latest book - available from Marillion.com - and all the secrets from the Marillion UK tour 2026.

There is also time for updates on Anne-Marie's escapades with other artists including, Rush & Big Big Train!

Join the Planet Music boys as they take a look back at a lesser known 1976 album 'Modern Music' by Be Bop Deluxe. A very personal album for John, there is the usual background conversation and track by track review.

Are the team going to love this universally or is, as John expects, Craig going to chuck a spanner in the works? As ever, the episode concludes with Mikey's chart update from the time of release of this album.

Joining Mezza & Craig for the next 2 matches in the Marillion World Cup of Albums are Stephen Wicks (supporting Happiness is the Road - Essence), Martin Jakubski ( Clutching at Straws), Seamus Colgan ( Season's End) & Gary Page (Holidays in Eden).

All here to make their plea for your vote! Ably supported by Felicity Pryke, Mark Allatt, Stuart Chandler & James Levey.

The episode begins with the latest "theme tune" creation from "Mr A.I." Andrew Barnsley Wood.

Don't forget to place your vote for your favourites either by emailing "Planetmarzipanpodcast@gmail.com" and putting VOTE in your header, or via Spotify or the Planet Marzipan Facebook group.

You have 1 week to vote - voting closes at the end of 3rd November 2026.

A special episode of Planet Sci-Fi which we are sharing on the Planet Marzipan feed. Highlander has a lot of crossover appeal so we thought as a one off we'd showcase it here as well.

Here we are, born to be kings we're the princes of the Sci-fi Podcasts! We wish.

This week Craig is joined by Stuart Chandler, Stuart Mitchell and Grae Tennick to look at the 1986 classic action / fantasy science fiction movie Highlander. We are also joined by very special guest film journalist and author Jonathan Melville.

Jonathan, amongst writing many books and articles has written 2 books on the making of Highlander and contributed extensively to the bonus features on the 40th anniversary 4k release of the film.

We delve into the story, the making of, the franchise as a whole, the upcoming remake and the 40th anniversary 4k. This is a fun look back at the movie, we hope you enjoy it as much as we did recording it.

Check out Jonathan's websites at:

⁠https://ko-fi.com/jonathanmelville/shop

⁠⁠www.edinburghmovietours.com⁠

www.facebook.com/jonathanmmelville

Join Craig & Mezza, along with Mark Allatt, James Levey, Stuart Chandler & Felicity Pryke for episode 2 of the World Cup of Marillion Albums.

Match one is The Thieving Magpie vs Marbles.

Match Two is Radiation vs Anoraknophobia.

On the sidelines of these matches we have Stephen Wicks, Martin Jakubski, Seamus Colgan and Gary Page giving their views and album analysis.

The winner of each tie goes through to the next round - Make sure your favourite makes it through - Get your vote in now!

Either by voting in the Planet Marzipan Facebook group, voting on Spotify or emailing "Planetmarzipanpodcast@gmail.com" - with the word "VOTE" in your header.

Voting for this round closes on 28th October.

The PM guys are back to take a look at U2's 4th studio album - The Unforgettable Fire. Following the brash sound of their first 3 albums the band get Brian Eno & Daniel Lanois in to help them find a new sound. Much hilarity ensues!

Chat includes the background to the album, singles ,b-sides, Live Aid and much more. Of course being Planet Music , the episode includes a full track by track review & Mikey's chart rundown from the week of release.

What do you think of this album? or this review? Join the chat in the Planet Music Facebook group.

Join Craig & Mezza, along with Nathan Page & Grae Tennick, as they launch the Planet Marzipan, World Cup of Marillion Albums!

The first bout sees "B'sides Themselves" (Championed by Craig) up against "Made Again" (with Mezza stating the case for victory).

Match number 2 is "This Strange Engine" - eloquently supported by Nathan - up against "Misplaced Childhood" - with Grae waxing lyrical about the album.

The winner of each tie goes through to the next round - so get your votes in -

Either by voting in the Planet Marzipan Facebook group, voting on Spotify or emailing "Planetmarzipanpodcast@gmail.com" - with the word "VOTE" in your header.

You have 1 week to vote - voting closes on 21st October.

Craig & Mezza round off their review of the UK 2026 Marillion tour with a little help of their friends.....Andrew "Barnsley" Wood, James Levey, Mark McCormack, Nathan Page, Grae Tennick, & Matthew Reid.

Chat covers the gigs from Manchester to London and includes the various setlists, venues, crowd reaction, support band "Haunt the Woods" and much more besides.

Join the Planet Music guys as they take a look back at Phil Collin's first solo album, 1981's "Face Value". Simon Heldrich from the Genesis podcast "Behind the Lines" also joins the chat, acting a "sub" for Mikey Kay - who, never fear, does join in before the end of this episode!

The discussion includes the background to the album, singles, videos, and, of course, a track by track review. As ever, the episode concludes with Mikey's chart update from the time of release of this album.

Joining Mezza & Craig to review the first 3 dates of the UK tour are, Nathan Page, Gary Page, Grae Tennick, Kathrine Elster, Stuart Chandler, Tracy Kirrage & Gary Kirrage.

This episode includes SETLIST SPOILERS that may already be out of date! :-)

Chat includes venue comparisons, setlists, band performance, and lots more - including, those "quirky" moments that set gigs apart.

Look out for part two - which takes the tour up to its final 2 dates in London at the Eventim Apollo - coming next week.

Planet Marzipan Podcast celebrates its 3rd birthday and Lucy Jordache pops in for a catch up and to help celebrate!:-)

In a light hearted chat Lucy gives the PM boys the scoop on a tour update, an album update, the next reissue boxset, and much more. The new album title gets a mention too!

And the help celebrate - Planet Marzipan is holding the World Cup of Marillion Albums - this episode includes the draw for the first round - battle will commence in the not too distant future.

Keep an eye out for the World Cup of Marillion Albums episodes soon.

First Round Draw -

This Strange Engine Vs Misplaced Childhood

Brave Vs F.E.A.R

Holidays in Eden Vs Seasons End

Happiness is the Road - The Hard Shoulder Vs Marillion.com

Thieving Magpie Vs Marbles

An Hour Before it's Dark Vs Afraid of Sunlight

Sounds That Can't be Made Vs With Friends From the Orchestra

Fugazi Vs Somewhere Else

B'Sides Themselves Vs Made Again

Radia10n - Vs Anoraknophobia

Happiness is the Road - Essence Vs Clutching at Straws

Script for a Jester's Tear Vs Less is More

The Planet Music guys are joined by Felicity Pryke to conclude their deep dive in to Madonna's 1998 album "Ray of Light".

Part two concludes the track by track album review and features a special focus on the video for "Frozen" from guest Andrew "Barnsley" Wood and much more.

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.

Mezza & Craig get some friends around to review the new Marillion.com Deluxe Edition box set.

James Levey, Gary Page, Stuart Chandler, Grae Tennick and Mikey Kay help to dive in to this packed boxed set.

Chat covers the 2026 remix, the documentary, the 5:1 surround mix, demo versions, live at Shepherds Bush gig and the Shot in the Dark film - not to mention the new essay in the book!

If you have your copy join the discussion on the Planet Marzipan Facebook page.

If you don't....visit Marillion.com to get a copy! :-)

Join the PM guys as they get together with guest, Anton Witter, to review Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark's 1996 album 'Universal". Chat includes a roundtable track review, background to and the legacy of, this album, something of a departure from the original OMD sound. This episode is released unedited!

Check out our guest's page here...⁠

Music | Anton Witter

The PM team are back, to conclude their look back at Fish's final studio album, Weltschmerz.

Joined by Stuart Chandler, Paul Cavander, Stuart Mitchell and Andy McIntosh as well as Seamus Colgan, later in the the episode, the chat continues and includes the final tracks on this epic double album as well as a look back to its legacy.

The episode concludes with listener comments on the final chapter of Fish's recording career.

The PM team are back, to take look back at Fish's final studio album, Weltschmerz.

Joined by Stuart Chandler, Paul Cavander, Stuart Mitchell and Andy McIntosh - the guys discuss this historic album, with the benefit of hindsight, post the "Road to the Isles" tour, to gauge it's legacy, now the dust has settled.

Have Craig & Mezza changed their view on this album? What do the panel think of it? Listen in to find out......

Look out for part 2 of this discussion next week, including listener comments...

Paul McCartney - The Boys of Dungeon Lane - Release Day Review!

The PM team are back with a new slant on the format - Release Day Review - the guys review Paul McCartney's eagerly awaited new album - The Boys of Dungeon Lane.

It was released today, 29 May 2026 - here is our roundtable review - autobiographical classic, or a man with nothing new to say? Listen in to find out......

What do you think of this album?

Join the discussion on the Planet Music Podcast facebook group.

The guys will be back in two weeks time with another new episode.

Join Craig & Mezza as they hit the road for a weekend of 2 different Marillion tribute band gigs in under 24 hours!

A packed episode includes detailed reviews of both gigs alongside interviews with Mark Colton (from Marquee Square Heroes) and Les Bennett and Mark Crinigan ( from Cillirion) as well as Scott Evans, from the Artisan Tap venue, in Stoke on Trent - location of the Cillirion gig, in this very episode!

For more Marquee Square Heroes info visit marqueesquareheroes.com

For more Cillirion info visit www.facebook.com/cillirion

For Artisan Tap info visit www.artisantap.com

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!

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.com

Keep 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=tQW8pwY7GMosrCV5

What 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.