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Overview
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From the success of "Kayleigh" to the epic suites that made history: the definitive story of Marillion, from their origins in Aylesbury, the Jester years, the Direct-to-Fan revolution, and the Weekenders that turned an audience into a global family. A narrative and visual journey combining research, period interviews, song analysis, and behind-the-scenes studio insights.
What you'll find inside
- Origins & early influences: the Market Square scene and the local club circuit.
- Script/Fugazi: the birth of the Jester's imagery and analog studio craftsmanship.
- Misplaced Childhood: "Kayleigh", its imagery, myth, and cultural impact.
- From "Brave" to "Afraid of Sunlight": cinematic ambitions and reflections on fame.
- Internet pioneers (1997): the fan campaign and the Direct-to-Fan model that changed everything.
- The epic suites: anatomy of long songs, structure, recurring motifs, and performance.
- Live & Weekenders: from Hammersmith to Port Zélande, the community and live experience.
- Words & pictures: the evolution of visual identity, from jester emblems to photographic minimalism.
Who it's for
Long-time fans and new listeners; progressive rock enthusiasts; musicians, sound engineers, and anyone curious about independent production and distribution models.
Why read it
It blends storytelling with research: a clear chronology, accessible analysis, original infographics, and a smooth narrative that explains the "how" and "why" of more than four decades of music.
- Format: Trade Paperback
- Author: Catanoso, Luca
- ISBN: 9798265012357
- Condition: New
- Dimensions: 8.00 x 0.60
- Number Of Pages: 288
- Publication Year: 2025
Language:
English