Top tracks — play these first
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Question — Opening with an expansive soundscape, this track encapsulates Fish's capacity for layering emotional depth over intricate instrumentation, setting the tone for the album.
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Fearless — This cover transforms Pink Floyd's original into a theatrical performance piece, showcasing Fish’s flair for drama and vocal intensity.
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I Know What I Like — Fish’s rendition of Genesis' classic infuses personal narrative elements, illustrating his unique interpretation style while paying homage to progressive rock roots.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively showcases Fish's reinterpretation of classic tracks but lacks strong cohesion as a collection.
What we noticed
- Tracks like 'Question' and 'Fearless' maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace, while 'Solo' introduces a more introspective, stripped-down arrangement.
- Several tracks incorporate extended instrumental sections that showcase the band's musicianship, particularly in the transitions between verses.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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4/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- reflective storytelling with depth
- theatrical performances that engage
- thoughtful moments for quiet contemplation
- nostalgic covers with fresh twists
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer straightforward radio hits
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1993, Songs from the Mirror is Fish's first album after his departure from Marillion, marking a significant shift as he explored solo artistry. This album serves as a collection of covers that highlights his influences while establishing his identity outside the band’s shadow.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Marillion· Porcupine Tree· IQ
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Question 6:40
- 2 Boston Tea Party 4:22
- 3 Fearless 6:15
- 4 Apeman 5:56
- 5 Hold Your Head Up 3:46
- 6 Solo 4:06
- 7 I Know What I Like 4:16
- 8 Jeepster 4:10
- 9 Five Years 5:19
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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