173. When in Germany....- Marillion German Tour 2026 Review
Planet Marzipan - A Marillion and Fish PodcastShow Notes
Join Mezza & Craig as they catch up with fans who attended dates on the recent tour in Germany for the full lowdown of the fun and frolics! Kathrin Roike, Kathrine Elster, Seamus Colgan & Gunter Schote join the guys to discuss the shows they attended - Beware the conversation includes SETLIST SPOLIERS that may, or may not, give clues as to what the band might play in Pompeii!
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