Top tracks — play these first
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Mission Statement — This track encapsulates the album's introspective tone with its reflective lyrics on personal responsibility and societal critique, setting the stage for what's to come.
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Faithhealer — A reimagined version from his earlier work, this track showcases Fish’s storytelling ability through vivid imagery and emotive delivery that resonates deeply with audiences.
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Plague of Ghosts, Part 1: Old Haunts — Opening the ambitious six-part suite, this track introduces themes of memory and loss, establishing a haunting atmosphere that permeates the rest of the segments.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical storytelling with depth
- intricate arrangements for deep focus
- cathartic moments for emotional release
- immersive narratives across tracks
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1999, Raingods with Zippos marked Fish's fourth solo album after his departure from Marillion, showcasing his continued evolution as a solo artist. At this point, Fish had established himself firmly in the neo-prog genre, building on the success of previous works while exploring more personal themes and complex compositions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Marillion· Porcupine Tree· IQ
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tumbledown 5:51
- 2 Mission Statement 3:59
- 3 Incomplete 3:43
- 4 Tilted Cross 4:18
- 5 Faithhealer 5:00
- 6 Rites of Passage 7:41
- 7 Plague of Ghosts, Part 1: Old Haunts 3:12
- 8 Plague of Ghosts, Part 2: Digging Deep 6:48
- 9 Plague of Ghosts, Part 3: Chocolate Frogs 4:04
- 10 Plague of Ghosts, Part 4: Waving at Stars 3:12
- 11 Plague of Ghosts, Part 5: Raingods Dancing 4:16
- 12 Plague of Ghosts, Part 6: Wake-up Call (Make It Happen) 3:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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