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The Best of Marillion

Marillion · 2003

73 min · 18 tracks · progressive rock · art rock · neo-prog

Melodic and atmospheric soundscapes intertwine with emotionally charged lyrics and intricate arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for reflective moments
  • melodic soundscapes for introspection
  • emotional peaks throughout listening
  • ideal for evening relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer shorter standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2003, 'The Best of Marillion' encapsulates the band's evolution from their early 1980s neo-prog roots to their more commercial sound in the '90s. This compilation arrives after a period of lineup changes and showcases the highlights of both Fish's lyrical influence and Steve Hogarth's later contributions, solidifying their legacy in progressive rock.
Stylistic neighbors
Genesis· Yes· Porcupine Tree

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Garden Party (edited version) 4:36
  • 2 Assassing (7″ version) 3:40
  • 3 Kayleigh (single edit) 3:38
  • 4 Lavender 3:44
  • 5 Heart of Lothian 3:38
  • 6 Incommunicado 3:58
  • 7 Sugar Mice (radio edit) 5:03
  • 8 Warm Wet Circles (7″ remix) 4:26
  • 9 Hooks in You (7″ version) 2:58
  • 10 Easter (7″ edit) 4:32
  • 11 Cover My Eyes (Pain and Heaven) 3:56
  • 12 No One Can (album version) 4:44
  • 13 Dry Land (7″ edit) 4:05
  • 14 Sympathy 3:28
  • 15 Alone Again in the Lap of Luxury (radio edit) 4:30
  • 16 Beautiful (radio edit) 4:25
  • 17 Man of a Thousand Faces 3:37
  • 18 Between You and Me (Mark Kelly remix) 4:12

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