Planet Marzipan - A Marillion and Fish Podcast

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.