Prog & Progeny
This podcast grew out of conversations we've had over the years — about music, life, and the strange overlap between the two when you're in a band. Each episode is loosely based on a chapter from Mark’s book Marillion, Misadventures & Marathons, but we often veer off course (intentionally).
Expect a mix of behind-the-scenes stories from the world of progressive rock, reflections on what it takes to “make it,” and the realities most people never see - the industry politics, the pressure, the internal dynamics, and how it all affects relationships, identity, and creativity.
We’ll also get into:
- How the music industry is changing (and who it’s failing)
- The ethics of being an artist in a commercial world
- The chaos and camaraderie of life on tour
- Partying, drug use, and the personal costs of success
Sometimes it’s serious, sometimes it’s not — but it’s always honest. Thanks for listening and supporting.
Prog & Progeny
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In our very first episode, we introduce the podcast and co-host Tallulah before diving into the first chapter of Marillion, Misadventures & Marathons.
Mark reflects on his youth growing up in Ireland and Essex - complete with stories of theft, pyromania, and run-ins with the police.
We also explore the latest in music news, specifically the future of AI in music. This feels particularly topical with the recent silent album protest against AI copyright laws, which has seen over 1,000 artists—including Marillion—adding their names in support.
Plus, in our first-ever blind react segment, Tallulah picks a modern track for Mark to hear for the first time, sparking a discussion on the state of contemporary music.
A mix of personal stories, music insights, and plenty of opinions—welcome to the podcast!
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Buy Mark's Autobiography - Marillion, Misadventures and Marathons at
https://www.marillion.com/shop/merch/book06.htm
email your questions to us at progandprogeny@gmail.com