Forum Home Forum Home > Progressive Music Lounges > Prog Bands, Artists and Genres Appreciation
  New Posts New Posts RSS Feed - The Marillion Round Table
  FAQ FAQ  Forum Search   Events   Register Register  Login Login

The Marillion Round Table
 Post Reply Post Reply Page  <1 96979899100 123>
Author
Message
  Topic Search Topic Search  Topic Options Topic Options
rushfan4 View Drop Down
Special Collaborator
Special Collaborator
Avatar
Honorary Collaborator

Joined: May 22 2007
Location: Michigan, U.S.
Status: Offline
Points: 66555 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote rushfan4 Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 10 2012 at 14:53
I finally listened to the DeeExpus albums this morning and I quite enjoyed them.  The debut was excellent.  The follow-up wasn't quite as good but still an enjoyable listen.
Back to Top
Catcher10 View Drop Down
Forum Senior Member
Forum Senior Member
Avatar
VIP Member

Joined: December 23 2009
Location: Emerald City
Status: Offline
Points: 17957 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Catcher10 Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 10 2012 at 14:58
Originally posted by lazland lazland wrote:

I'll post a full review of the gig tonight (got to leave for work now), but here is the setlist from Cardiff last night:

 

Gaza

You're Gone

This Town/Rake's Progress/100 Nights

Sounds That Can't Be Made

The Other Half

Neverland

A Voice From The Past

Power

Fantastic Place

Real Tears For Sale

The Sky Above The Rain

The Great Escape

 

Encore One - A Few Words For The Dead

 

Encore Two - Sugar Mice, Between You & Me

 

Simply stunning night.

 

 
Fantastic..........Clap
 
CryCryCry
Back to Top
Warthur View Drop Down
Prog Reviewer
Prog Reviewer
Avatar

Joined: January 06 2008
Location: London, UK
Status: Offline
Points: 617 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Warthur Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 10 2012 at 18:51
Originally posted by Aragon Aragon wrote:

Originally posted by Warthur Warthur wrote:

Got mine first thing yesterday and just posted my review. Wonderful album. It's probably too much to expect there to be no backlash against the band for Gaza - you really can't say anything about that situation without offending someone - but I hope it at least isn't too much of one because it's about as even-handed a song as it could get without abandoning the idea of singing from the point of view of a Palestinian youth in the first place.



Wow cool!!! So u think this album could like even to the Fish era Fans?
Well, Steve Hogarth hasn't stopped sounding like Steve Hogarth so if that's a dealbreaker it probably won't win you over.

But in terms of the instrumental performances, I think it might be the proggiest thing they've done for a long time, maybe more so than even Marbles or Brave at points.
Back to Top
kenmartree View Drop Down
Forum Senior Member
Forum Senior Member


Joined: October 14 2007
Location: oregon
Status: Offline
Points: 356 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote kenmartree Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 10 2012 at 22:45
[QUOTE=lazland]

I'll post a full review of the gig tonight (got to leave for work now), but here is the setlist from Cardiff last night:

 

I'll look in the reviews section of the forum but post a link for those of us inept at computer stuff
Back to Top
lazland View Drop Down
Prog Reviewer
Prog Reviewer
Avatar

Joined: October 28 2008
Location: Wales
Status: Offline
Points: 13779 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote lazland Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 11 2012 at 06:35
Review of Sunday's gig at:

Enhance your life. Get down to www.lazland.org

Now also broadcasting on www.progzilla.com Every Saturday, 4.00 p.m. UK time!
Back to Top
Warthur View Drop Down
Prog Reviewer
Prog Reviewer
Avatar

Joined: January 06 2008
Location: London, UK
Status: Offline
Points: 617 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Warthur Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 11 2012 at 06:59
A little tip-off I got from the Marillion forums: apparently the band are using Abbey Road's "Live Here Now" service to record the London gig and have it on sale as a CD immediately after the show!

It'll also be available for mail order purchase and download purchase from here:

in case you need to catch a train quickly and don't want to hang around waiting whilst they get the CDRs burned on the day.
Back to Top
Api View Drop Down
Forum Newbie
Forum Newbie
Avatar

Joined: December 30 2011
Location: Finland
Status: Offline
Points: 5 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Api Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 11 2012 at 15:46
Well I just say that Marillion are the greatest band for their fans! I live in Finland and ordered the album at the first day it was possible. Today I got mail from the Racket and there was a download link to STCBM, because they thought it was nice for us hardcore fans to get the album too as they were sending it to the UK fans first (fair enough because there are the GIGS right now in UK!). Thanks Racket, I've been listening it all night and it is simply a stunning album! The chord progression on Sky.. floored me, also everything else on that disc Tongue It is great music from the beginning to the end!  I cried a couple of times, which was nice Smile
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zm46ObQdbZw
Back to Top
Roj View Drop Down
Special Collaborator
Special Collaborator
Avatar
Honorary Collaborator

Joined: July 02 2008
Location: Manchester, UK
Status: Offline
Points: 3126 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Roj Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 14 2012 at 08:19
A big Clap to Steve for a terrific review of the Cardiff gig.  Well done sir, I am glad you all had a fantastic night.
 
This echoes many of my thoughts about the gig I saw at Manchester the day after, the first time I'd seen the band since the mid 80s.  I considered writing a full review of my own but felt I couldn't really do justice in comparison, and that it would be best not to overdo it and leave Steve's review as a better summary of the current tour.
 
Hogarth was simply outstanding, I have to say he gave the best vocal performance I have ever heard live.  As I have seen probably 200 gigs that is some compliment.  He is a fabulous frontman.  The sound balance was perfect, Rotherey was sublime and the reception the band got was incredible.  This is a band that are almost as one with their fans.  It's a joy to see.  A wonderful aside was when h asked if the crowd had any requests and one wag from the back shouted "how the f**k do you pronounce Trewavas".  The crowd and band were in hysterics.
 
The setlist, which was identical to the Cardiff show without Between You & Me, could've been a little better for me personally, as a couple of my favourite albums (AoS and TSE) were omitted completely and they played some of my least favourite songs off others, BUT.....   I understand with 17 albums to choose from it's pretty tough.
 
Whilst I don't have STCBM yet, the new stuff sounded fantastic, especially Gaza.  What a piece of music that is.  Real Tears For Sale was an absolute revelation live, and the version of Neverland sent shivers down my spine throughout.  Simply magnificent.
Back to Top
rushfan4 View Drop Down
Special Collaborator
Special Collaborator
Avatar
Honorary Collaborator

Joined: May 22 2007
Location: Michigan, U.S.
Status: Offline
Points: 66555 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote rushfan4 Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 14 2012 at 08:37
I've had this feeling previously, but I was listening to Anorak Live In the UK last night and while listening to Between You & Me the thought "When did Bono join a prog band?" crossed my mind.  Maybe it is just me or maybe it was just that song, but I couldn't help but think that h's voice has a very Bono quality to it.
Back to Top
lazland View Drop Down
Prog Reviewer
Prog Reviewer
Avatar

Joined: October 28 2008
Location: Wales
Status: Offline
Points: 13779 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote lazland Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 14 2012 at 09:08

Originally posted by Roj M30 Roj M30 wrote:

A big Clap to Steve for a terrific review of the Cardiff gig.  Well done sir, I am glad you all had a fantastic night.
 
This echoes many of my thoughts about the gig I saw at Manchester the day after, the first time I'd seen the band since the mid 80s.  I considered writing a full review of my own but felt I couldn't really do justice in comparison, and that it would be best not to overdo it and leave Steve's review as a better summary of the current tour.
 
Hogarth was simply outstanding, I have to say he gave the best vocal performance I have ever heard live.  As I have seen probably 200 gigs that is some compliment.  He is a fabulous frontman.  The sound balance was perfect, Rotherey was sublime and the reception the band got was incredible.  This is a band that are almost as one with their fans.  It's a joy to see.  A wonderful aside was when h asked if the crowd had any requests and one wag from the back shouted "how the f**k do you pronounce Trewavas".  The crowd and band were in hysterics.
 
The setlist, which was identical to the Cardiff show without Between You & Me, could've been a little better for me personally, as a couple of my favourite albums (AoS and TSE) were omitted completely and they played some of my least favourite songs off others, BUT.....   I understand with 17 albums to choose from it's pretty tough.
 
Whilst I don't have STCBM yet, the new stuff sounded fantastic, especially Gaza.  What a piece of music that is.  Real Tears For Sale was an absolute revelation live, and the version of Neverland sent shivers down my spine throughout.  Simply magnificent.

Cheers Rog, I really appreciate that. I'm glad you enjoyed yourself so much as well. Love that bit about TrewavasLOL

I'll review the new album this coming week. Suffice to say at present it is turning out to be a real gem.
Enhance your life. Get down to www.lazland.org

Now also broadcasting on www.progzilla.com Every Saturday, 4.00 p.m. UK time!
Back to Top
lazland View Drop Down
Prog Reviewer
Prog Reviewer
Avatar

Joined: October 28 2008
Location: Wales
Status: Offline
Points: 13779 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote lazland Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 14 2012 at 09:10
Originally posted by rushfan4 rushfan4 wrote:

I've had this feeling previously, but I was listening to Anorak Live In the UK last night and while listening to Between You & Me the thought "When did Bono join a prog band?" crossed my mind.  Maybe it is just me or maybe it was just that song, but I couldn't help but think that h's voice has a very Bono quality to it.

I've got to be honest Scott, I've never got that Bono comparison from that track,. although I have heard it said before funnily enough.
Enhance your life. Get down to www.lazland.org

Now also broadcasting on www.progzilla.com Every Saturday, 4.00 p.m. UK time!
Back to Top
Vibrationbaby View Drop Down
Forum Senior Member
Forum Senior Member


Joined: February 13 2004
Status: Offline
Points: 6898 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Vibrationbaby Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 14 2012 at 09:23
Best Marillion song












Edited by Vibrationbaby - September 14 2012 at 09:24
Back to Top
lazland View Drop Down
Prog Reviewer
Prog Reviewer
Avatar

Joined: October 28 2008
Location: Wales
Status: Offline
Points: 13779 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote lazland Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 14 2012 at 09:26
^LOL

Ancient history, though. They've done far better since then, with Fish & Hogarth
Enhance your life. Get down to www.lazland.org

Now also broadcasting on www.progzilla.com Every Saturday, 4.00 p.m. UK time!
Back to Top
Vibrationbaby View Drop Down
Forum Senior Member
Forum Senior Member


Joined: February 13 2004
Status: Offline
Points: 6898 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Vibrationbaby Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 14 2012 at 09:35
Ok. then how about this one :
Back to Top
Warthur View Drop Down
Prog Reviewer
Prog Reviewer
Avatar

Joined: January 06 2008
Location: London, UK
Status: Offline
Points: 617 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Warthur Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 14 2012 at 11:46
Originally posted by lazland lazland wrote:

^LOL

Ancient history, though. They've done far better since then, with Fish & Hogarth

To be fair, I'd say it's the best Marillion song of the pre-Script era. ;)
Back to Top
lazland View Drop Down
Prog Reviewer
Prog Reviewer
Avatar

Joined: October 28 2008
Location: Wales
Status: Offline
Points: 13779 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote lazland Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 14 2012 at 12:16
Originally posted by Vibrationbaby Vibrationbaby wrote:

Ok. then how about this one :




I like Cinderella Search. One of the finest b-sides ever released.
Enhance your life. Get down to www.lazland.org

Now also broadcasting on www.progzilla.com Every Saturday, 4.00 p.m. UK time!
Back to Top
lazland View Drop Down
Prog Reviewer
Prog Reviewer
Avatar

Joined: October 28 2008
Location: Wales
Status: Offline
Points: 13779 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote lazland Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 14 2012 at 12:17
Originally posted by Warthur Warthur wrote:

Originally posted by lazland lazland wrote:

^LOL

Ancient history, though. They've done far better since then, with Fish & Hogarth

To be fair, I'd say it's the best Marillion song of the pre-Script era. ;)

It was fun when it was released, but was, in effect, a Genesis clone. By Fugazi, they were moving beyond that, because they were far better than that.
Enhance your life. Get down to www.lazland.org

Now also broadcasting on www.progzilla.com Every Saturday, 4.00 p.m. UK time!
Back to Top
Warthur View Drop Down
Prog Reviewer
Prog Reviewer
Avatar

Joined: January 06 2008
Location: London, UK
Status: Offline
Points: 617 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote Warthur Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 14 2012 at 14:39
Originally posted by lazland lazland wrote:

It was fun when it was released, but was, in effect, a Genesis clone. By Fugazi, they were moving beyond that, because they were far better than that.
In terms of the version from Market Square Heroes/B-Sides Themselves, I absolutely agree - the production job on that one really highlighted the Genesis connections.

In terms of other versions, I think it gets a bad rap. The Fair Deals Studios version (on disc 2 of the Script remaster) is much darker and spookier than anything Genesis did back in the day, and the live versions I've heard tend to lean much more in that direction than in the lighter and airier version from the EP B-side. I'm actually really keen on those renditions; I think the decision to stop playing it was the right one, but more because it didn't fit their musical direction than because of any deficiency with it.
Back to Top
lazland View Drop Down
Prog Reviewer
Prog Reviewer
Avatar

Joined: October 28 2008
Location: Wales
Status: Offline
Points: 13779 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote lazland Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 18 2012 at 09:46
Latest from the band. I will review STCBM in the next week, time willing. However, I can say here that it is a gem, at least 4.5 stars, and highly recommended:

17 September 2012 STCBM official release
 

Wow! We know all our recent Ewebs seem to start with THANK YOU but we have to say it again! Thank you to everyone who has come to the UK shows so far and for and the warm welcome we have received at each and every gig.
Thank you for all the incredible feedback for Sounds That Can't Be Made both by email and the response to hearing the new songs live.
Thank you for your patience if you ordered the Deluxe Edition but it hasn't arrived yet.

Today is the official release date to retail shops in most of the world, which means you can go to your local record store, Amazon or ITunes and buy SOUNDS THAT CAN'T BE MADE now.
And of course you can still order it directly from us. As always, we appeal to you not to nick this album online but to purchase an official copy. The special edition is a really beautiful and extraordinary package and compliments the music perfectly. You'll be glad you bought it and you can buy it here. www.marillion.com/music/albums/sounds.htm

We're writing this in the dressing room before our final show of the UK tour in Cambridge, then we have a couple of weeks off and it's back on the road to South America and Mexico. We are so looking forward to seeing you all again. www.marillion.com/tour

Peace and love
H, Mark, Ian, Steve and Pete

 
NEWS FROM RACKET RECORDS

If you enjoyed the London show last night, or indeed weren't there but would like a live CD or download of the show then please visithttp://abbeyroadlive.sandbag.uk.com/Store/index.html where you can buy the CD or download now.
The Setlist can be found here www.marillion.com/tour/setlist.htm?tourid=55&archive=1
Enhance your life. Get down to www.lazland.org

Now also broadcasting on www.progzilla.com Every Saturday, 4.00 p.m. UK time!
Back to Top
richardh View Drop Down
Prog Reviewer
Prog Reviewer
Avatar

Joined: February 18 2004
Location: United Kingdom
Status: Offline
Points: 29238 		Post Options Post Options   Thanks (0) Thanks(0)   Quote richardh Quote  Post ReplyReply Direct Link To This Post Posted: September 19 2012 at 01:38
Just received the new album and gave it a listen last night. I like it very much on first listen. A beautifull modern prog album (the first track is 15 minutes!). The whole thing clocks in at about 74 minutes and has no weak tracks imo. Marillions best album since Marbles?!
Back to Top
 Post Reply Post Reply Page  <1 96979899100 123>

Forum Jump Forum Permissions View Drop Down



This page was generated in 0.445 seconds.
Donate monthly and keep PA fast-loading and ad-free forever.