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Join the Planet Music guys as they take a look back at Phil Collin's first solo album, 1981's "Face Value". Simon Heldrich from the Genesis podcast "Behind the Lines" also joins the chat, acting a "sub" for Mikey Kay - who, never fear, does join the chat before the end of this episode! The discussion includes the background to the album, singles, videos, and, of course , a track by track review. As ever, the episode concludes with Mikey's chart update from the time of release of this album.

The Planet Music guys are joined by Felicity Pryke to conclude their deep dive in to Madonna's 1998 album "Ray of Light". Part two concludes the track by track album review and features a special focus on the video for "Frozen" from guest Andrew "Barnsley" Wood and much more.

The Planet Music guys are joined by Felicity Pryke to take a deep dive in to Madonna's 1998 album "Ray of Light". Part one includes background to the album, recording, videos and much more, as well as the first tracks on this epic album. The panel will be back in the next episode - in 2 weeks time - to conclude this mammoth review. In loving memory of William Orbit.

The Planet Music guys are back to review Keane's second album "Under the Iron Sea" and for this episode they're joined by Dave Ibbott & James Levey. Was Keane's follow up to the massive "Hopes & Fears" album, a case of "difficult second album syndrome"? Or did it build on the success of it's predecessor? Chat includes the lead up to the albums release, a track by track review, artwork, videos and, of course, Mikey's chart update from the week of release.

The gang are back for the second of the "Now that's what I call Planet Marzipan" fantasy compilation - episodes. This time it's songs from movies or T.V. shows. Mike, Grae, Craig & Mezza, each pick their favourites, and discuss why they made their choices. The episode concludes with some Planet Music listener suggestions for the compilation. The team are back in 2 weeks to review Keane's second album "Under the Iron Sea".

The PM guys take a look at A Perfect Circle's second album "Thirteenth Step" released in 2003. Chat includes background to this U.S. band, origins of the sound and band members, as well as a full track by track review. Mikey is on hand to give an insight into what was around in the charts at the time of release. What do you think of this album? Join the discussion at https://www.facebook.com/groups/651497387797567

Join the Planet Music team as they take a look at the 2021 release by Frost* - Day & Age. Chat includes the background to this post Covid album - session players, band history, an in-depth track by track review, formats and chart chat. The album features 3 stellar session drummers, Pat Mastelotto, Darby Todd & Kaz Rodriguez, alongside the band line up of Jem Godfrey, John Mitchell & Nathan King. A modern prog classic? What do you think of this album? Let us know in the comments.

Nat Merrick joins the Planet Music regulars to take in in-depth look at Phoebe Bridgers 2020 album "Punisher". Chat includes background to the album - released at the height of the first Covid lockdown - a full track by track review, Bridgers work with other artists and much more besides. This episode was recorded and released almost instantly, and it may lack some of the edits, you might expect to hear! What do you think of this album? Join the discussion on the Planet Music Facebook page.

Join the PM guys as they get together with guest, Anton Witter, to review Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark's 1996 album 'Universal". Chat includes a roundtable track review, background to and the legacy of, this album, something of a departure from the original OMD sound. This episode is released unedited! Check out our guest's page here...Music | Anton Witter

Paul McCartney - The Boys of Dungeon Lane - Release Day Review! The PM team are back with a new slant on the format - Release Day Review - the guys review Paul McCartney's eagerly awaited new album - The Boys of Dungeon Lane.It was only released today - so here is our roundtable review - autobiographical classic, or a man with nothing new to say? Listen in to find out......What do you think of this album? Join the discussion on the Planet Music Podcast facebook group.The guys will be back in two weeks time with another new episode.

The Planet Music team are joined by Gary Page to review David Ford's album from 2010 - Let the Hard Times Roll. The guys chat about the origins of the album - from the E.P. releases that preceded it, through the gigs around the time and a a track by track review - all with the added insight of Gary, who appears on the album and is a stalwart of Ford's live band across the years! The team will be back in just over 2 weeks - on Friday 29th May - with a very special episode!

Join the Planet Music guys as they take an in-depth look at the second BIG COUNTRY album - 1984's "Steeltown". Stuart Adamson's deeply personal lyrics paint a picture of Scottish life in the steel industry from the time of the Great Depression through to the early 1980's. The team look at the origins of the album and review it, track by track. The Planet Music team will be back in 2 weeks with another episode.

Grae, Mikie, Craig & Mezza are back to review Spock's Beard's fifth album "V" or "Five". This prog rock classic is the penultimate release by the original line up and contains only 6 tracks but almost 63 minutes of music! Chat includes the background to this release, singles released and a track by track review. How will Craig cope with this prog onslaught? Listen in to find out....

Taking a break from reviewing albums for this episode - the PM team are back to talk cover versions. Each of the team picked 4 cover versions to compile a fantasy cover versions compilation. The episode concludes with some listener suggestions for the album, compiled from the Planet Music Facebook group. There is a YouTube playlist of all 12 picks here https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLxe_lQvOUJgzv8lXWV_9Azbqvu1JIOFHd&si=tQW8pwY7GMosrCV5 What do you think of the choices? What are your suggestions for a cover versions compilation? Post your thoughts at https://www.facebook.com/groups/651497387797567/

Join the Planet Music team as they review the new Paul McCartney documentary "Man on the Run", along with the soundtrack album. The film focuses on the final days of the Beatles and runs though the 1970's concluding at the end of 1980 with the death of John Lennon. The companion album features unreleased gems alongside classic McCartney tracks. The team will be back in 2 weeks with a new episode.