MARBLES

Hmmm - reading the other reviews for this album it seems that there is a lot of gingoistic mutterings of this is/not a prog album and the great Fish/Hogarth debate. I say don't worry about it. I have to admit that I would consider myself as a fan of all of Marillion's work - and the change in moods and styles of the band's work - in my mind - represents progression - let's face it - Marillion are hardly boy band material! Onto the album - I'm not going to discuss tracks - except to mention the standout ones are Ocean Cloud and Neverland. If you have never bothered with Marillion (where have you been?) - I certainly wouldn't have any hang ups in recommending this album. Afterall - the back catalogue represents and accomodates a myriad of musical tastes. It is a well packaged, reasonably produced album full of nuances which creep up on you unexpectedly on repeated listening. Give it a go - presevere with it and you will be rewarded with wonderful soundscapes and at times, black humour. Oh - and try and dig out the double album - this represents the best value for money. Diolch Section8er