Album 11 in the extensive catalogue of Marillion, one of progressive rock’s most influential bands, Marillion.com gets the remastered treatment for its 25th anniversary. An album that saw the band end their tenure with Castle Communications and which refined their sound after 1998’s Radiation, this is an album that is more experimental, expansive and cinematic in sound and paved the way for the past 25 years of quality.

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Release Date: 19 June 2026

Words: Paul Hutchings

This release features the album in a stereo remix by Michael Hunter with an additional recording from their show at Shepherd’s Bush Empire in 1999. It may be this recording, previously unreleased, that provides the most interest, although it is a joy to revisit an album that I admit I paid only limited attention to at the time of release.

Whilst the progressive soundscapes that the band had crafted remain in evidence, there is a blend of styles here that moves them far away from those early Script For A Jester’s Tear recordings with that big Scot.

Utilising horns and brass on tracks like Deserve proved to be an inspired choice, adding a poppy element to the band’s sound. Whether the fan base enjoyed it at the time is debatable, but it was the first album not to enter the Top 40, suggesting that the band’s popularity at the turn of the century was on the wane.

Go! remains a classic Marillion (Hogarth Era) sounding song, with Steve Rothery’s glorious guitarwork cutting through with a rich crispness. Lyrically, it’s one of five solely written by Steve Hogarth, the other four partly credited to John Helmer.

The upbeat nature of Rich, with catchy lyrics, its challenging guitar work, and keyboards, echoes many ’80s pop bands, rather than the progressive icons they have become.

It would not be Marillion without an epic, though, and the 15-minute Interior Lulu certainly is that. Beginning with a duet between Hogarth and drummer Ian Moseley’s percussion, the song builds gently, Mark Kelly’s swirling keys and Rothery’s subtle guitar work all combine as the journey develops and unwinds.

As it rocks back and forth, there is another reminder of the high quality of the musicians in Marillion. Pete Trewavas provides the unassuming but essential bass whilst Hogarth’s vocals are, in my opinion, a cut above his predecessor.

And what better way to conclude that with another lengthy track, the sprawl of House, which has a long, relaxed flavour, at times almost lounge room in its smouldering feel. With some captivating saxophone, one could be forgiven for expecting to hear this in a hotel lounge, albeit this is a long way from the generic tunes one might hear in such a setting.

The live recording is something to really enjoy. There are some real staples, the power of tracks like King, the bounce of The Uninvited Guest and the inclusion of tracks from Marillion.com, as well as a couple from the earlier albums with Fish.

It is incredible that Kayleigh and Lavender get the biggest responses even today, which I suppose is largely due to the band’s demographic. Lavender still gets the hairs standing up, and I suppose that is because it is one of those songs that takes you back to your teenage years.

Finishing with the darkness of Slainte Mhath, this is a definitive snapshot of the band coming out of their first decade with Hogarth, moving blinking into the internet era and the start of their online presence, which led the way for so many others.

Whether a curious onlooker, a hardcore fan or somewhere in between, this reissue is certainly worth a listen. The live recording is a fine offering, with several tracks that are never going to be heard live again.

With a new album due in the autumn, a Hogarth reissue of Ice Cream Genius next month and Tewavas’s project Edison’s Children releasing something new in September, it certainly is a busy time for the band and fans.

Take your pick, sit back and enjoy.

Marillion release the Deluxe Edition 2026 of Marillion.com on 19th June and is available from marillion.lnk.to/Marillion.ComPR.

Marillion have announced a major UK tour for September and October 2026, bringing their immersive live show to some of the country’s most iconic venues. Tickets are on sale via Marillion.com.