A Singles Collection
Marillion · 1992
65 min · 14 tracks · progressive rock
A vibrant compilation that showcases Marillion's melodic prog-rock evolution through emotive storytelling and intricate musical landscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Kayleigh Start here — This track encapsulates Marillion's ability to blend accessible melodies with poignant lyrics about lost love, becoming one of their signature songs.
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Easter — Easter stands out for its powerful narrative about renewal and hope, showcasing Hogarth's vocal range and emotional depth.
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Lavender — With its lush instrumentation and whimsical lyrics, Lavender represents the band's knack for creating evocative imagery and catchy hooks.
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Incommunicado — This track combines driving rhythms with sharp commentary on communication breakdowns, illustrating the band's progressive rock sensibilities.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic mix of energy levels
- catchy melodies for sing-alongs
- emotive storytelling through singles
- wave-like pacing for engagement
- for nostalgic moments
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy song explorations
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Showcases Marillion's most successful tracks, solidifying their recognition in prog-rock.
- Themes
- nostalgic storytelling· 1980s emotional resonance· British art rock evolution
- Career context
- Released in 1992, A Singles Collection captures Marillion during a transitional phase following their commercial peak with Misplaced Childhood in 1985. By this point, the band had shifted from their original frontman Fish to Steve Hogarth, marking a significant change in lyrical style and sound. This collection serves as both a retrospective of their early hits and a bridge to their evolving identity in the 1990s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Genesis· Yes· Porcupine Tree
Tracklist
- 1 Cover My Eyes (Pain & Heaven) 3:56
- 2 Kayleigh Start here 3:34
- 3 Easter 5:57
- 4 Warm Wet Circles 4:24
- 5 Uninvited Guest 3:44
- 6 Assassing 7:40
- 7 Hooks in You 2:55
- 8 Garden Party 7:11
- 9 No One Can 4:39
- 10 Incommunicado 5:15
- 11 Dry Land 4:42
- 12 Lavender 3:41
- 13 I Will Walk on Water 4:12
- 14 Sympathy 3:27
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Duke
Genesis
Shares intricate arrangements and emotional storytelling, blending art rock with accessible melodies.
90125
Yes
Combines progressive rock roots with polished production and catchy hooks, echoing a similar melodic approach.
The Sentinel
Pallas
Offers rich instrumentation and narrative-driven lyrics, resonating with the same neo-prog ethos.
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