Special Episode – Interview with Dave Kerzner of Arc of Life, March 2021 Friend of the Palaver Dave Kerzner is back for another breakneck discussion about… well… everything. New band Arc of Life? Got it. Economics of the modern music industry? Check. Discussion of Dave’s current analog studio gear fascination? Covered. Teasers for Dave’s potential future projects? Of course! Cat pee? Well, yes we have that covered too. There is literally something for everyone in this rollicking fun interview! T...
Mar 15, 2021•1 hr 57 min
Episode 106 – Peter Gabriel Part 1, Peter Gabriel 1 (Car) The group begins our next large segment which will feature the solo catalogs of both Peter Gabriel and Fish. This episode covers Gabriel’s debut solo album which finds the singer exploring new ideas and looking what will define him as a solo artist. There are some gems, some holdovers from his previous life in Genesis and some bold experiments. Throw in a bit of whimsy and you have yourself a solid debut that hints at the great things to ...
Mar 05, 2021•1 hr 30 min
Special Episode – Interview with Robert Berry, Feb 2021 We were very pleased to speak at length with Robert Berry regarding the latest stellar release from 3.2, Third Impression. From the inspiration for the songs to the method Robert used for creating this epic album, almost no topics are left uncovered. Robert was very kind to open up to us about his thoughts on this record, its relationship to the other 3 and 3.2 releases and beyond. At the end of the interview Robert teases what is coming ne...
Feb 28, 2021•1 hr 6 min
Bonus Episode – Genesis By the Numbers Have you ever wondered which percentage of Genesis songs end in a fade? Or have you ever asked how many “pop” songs did Genesis actually record? Well certain members of the Palaver did ask those questions and more. With more time than sense, we attempt to bring data analytics to progressive rock. Genesis by the Numbers… Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/...
Feb 24, 2021•32 min
Star Wars Palaver – The Mandalorian, Season 2 SPOILER ALERT – The episode will spoil Season 2 of The Mandalorian. If you do not want to be spoiled, watch the full season before listening The group continues our conversation about The Mandalorian covering season 2. Easter eggs and character development abound. There is a Festivus-style airing of grievances to start us of as we consider the use of side plots to extend a tv show. Is this season of The Mandalorian a masterpiece in the Star Wars univ...
Feb 21, 2021•1 hr 18 min
Star Wars Palaver – The Mandalorian, Season 1 SPOILER ALERT – The episode will spoil Season 1 of The Mandalorian. If you do not want to be spoiled, watch the full season before listening The group finally get the chance to talk about the first eight chapters in The Mandalorian saga. Ken binge watched to bring his thoughts to the table. We have a great time going over the various aspects of this tv series from the characters, fan easter eggs, themes and, of course “Baby Yoda.” We attempt to explo...
Feb 16, 2021•1 hr 41 min
Episode 105 – Marillion Part 14, B’Sides Themselves (Again) The group completes our revisit of Fish-era Marillion with this collection of singles. Spanning the full time that Fish was the singer with the band, this album presents and interesting look at the development of the band. The general feeling is that this studio version of Grendel doesn’t capture the excitement of the live performances. Tux On generates differing perspectives. The jury seems split on many of these tracks but the collect...
Feb 13, 2021•1 hr 39 min
Bonus Episode – Marillion Lessons Learned with Dan Sherman It seems safe to say that no one else in North America has had the experiences with Marillion that friend of the Palaver Dan Sherman has. Getting in at the ground floor in 1983 and developing a lifelong connection and love for the band, Dan’s story is captivating and we barely scratch the surface. From being the Marillion point man in North America to organizing the first Marillion convention to providing input on the tracks included on ...
Feb 06, 2021•1 hr 29 min
Episode 104 – Marillion Part 13, Clutching at Straws (Again) There are some mixed opinions on this installment of the FishMar revisit. The group seems to agree to on the musicality of this release but the impact of the lyrical subject matter seems to generate varied responses. As always, these differences lead to some compelling conversations as the group share their experiences and interactions with this undeniably powerful record that caps Fish’s career with Marillion. Twitter: @progpala Email...
Jan 29, 2021•1 hr 21 min
Episode 103 – Marillion Part 12, Misplaced Childhood (Again) Lore and controversy abound in this revisit of this iconic Marillion album. As the group continues to revisit the Fish-era Marillion albums we spend some quality time getting deep into the weeds about this album. What does Misplaced Childhood have in common with Tori Amos? Why does Tom hate Kayleigh. What exactly IS the concept of this concept album? All these topics and more are covered in this spirited discussion. Twitter: @progpala ...
Jan 24, 2021•1 hr 58 min
Bonus Episode – 2020 Year End Review and 2021 Objectives The group takes some time to review our progress against our 2020 objectives. Obviously we, as with the rest of the world, were impacted by the global pandemic but overall we did well. Our accomplishment highlights include the live events with Total Mass Retain and the 100th episode and our impressive slate of interviews throughout the year. Moving forward into 2021 we have room for improvement with social media and giveaways. Here’s to a ...
Jan 12, 2021•57 min
Episode 102 – Marillion Part 11, Fugazi (Again) The Emperor’s New Groove – A few sidetracks can be expected as the group dives back into the second Marillion album. There is much to discover here as the band begins to refine their sound and skills and Fish’s lyrics continue to impress. A fun journey that we hope you all enjoy. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured Theme music provided by...
Jan 08, 2021•1 hr 50 min
Episode 101 – Marillion Part 10, Script for a Jester’s Tear (Again) The group returns to where we started. We go back to the beginning and start a redo of the Fish-era Marillion albums in current Palaver style. Using our current format we are able (and willing) to delve deeper into the context, lore and import of these songs than we did first time around. The feelings about this record are not unanimous in the group which leads to some fun discussion. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com...
Jan 01, 2021•1 hr 31 min
Episode 100 – Progressive Palaver Extravaganza Prog, Not Prog - The group celebrates our 100th episode with our most indulgent palaver yet. The full palaver group each put forth an album that while spectacular would be unlikely to appear in a regular episode. The bands represented in this way are Judas Priest, Jeff Buckley, Catherine Wheel, Devin Townsend, The Grateful Dead and Rise Robots Rise. This is certainly an eclectic discussion. As a bonus, the end of the episode includes the audio porti...
Dec 29, 2020•4 hr 32 min
Bonus Episode – Palaver Holiday Music 2020 The group takes some time out of busy end-of-year schedules to share some thoughts about holiday music. Our picks run the gamut from Jon Anderson to Rob Halford and December People to Narada. There is something for everyone in this lighthearted chat about music that so many of us take for granted. Of course, there are the expected side trips that add some flavor to the soup. We wish you a happy holiday season in 2020. Cheers! Twitter: @progpala Email: p...
Dec 20, 2020•1 hr 20 min
Bonus Episode – Pink Floyd Lessons Learned with Mark Anthony K Friend of the Palaver Mark Anthony K is back again to discuss his thoughts on Pink Floyd. As always, this conversation covers the full spectrum regarding this band and Mark provides his usual, transparent thoughts on the music, musicians, artwork and associated drama of Pink Floyd. Enjoy this spirited palaver! Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8...
Nov 19, 2020•1 hr 25 min
Special Episode – Interview with Jay Davidson of Brit Floyd In this special episode, Tom, Joe and Ken get the chance to speak with son of Philadelphia, Jay Davidson. Jay’s experience runs the full spectrum from prog to blues to funk to metal. From performing with Brit Floyd to Steve Winwood to Cinderella. Jay has stories to tell. In between all the tales, we find a few moments to explain the Palaver’s name backstory. Many thanks to Jay for sharing his long list of recollections. Check this one o...
Nov 10, 2020•1 hr 17 min
Bonus Episode – Pink Floyd Lessons Learned with Dave Kerzner Friend of the Palaver Dave Kerzner returns to the Palaver to provide us his thoughts on Pink Floyd with the expected side trips to various points of interest. Dave has the perspective of not only being a fan of the band but also having worked professionally with Nick Mason and Alan Parsons. We cover all the relevant topics and find time to start off with a discussion of pandemic cooking and Chewie the Prog Cat. Stay tuned after the out...
Nov 02, 2020•1 hr 29 min
Bonus Episode – Projekt Gemineye, Interview with Mark Anthony K on In the Year 3073 Book II We are happy to welcome back Mark Anthony K on the eve of the presale period for the new Projekt Gemineye release In the Year 3073 Book II. The conversation is lively covering all the geeky details of the production, the story arc and the stellar list of guest stars. We here at The Palaver are very excited for this new album. Be certain to check out Projekt Gemineye on BandCamp. Twitter: @progpala Email: ...
Oct 25, 2020•1 hr 9 min
Bonus Episode – Pink Floyd Lessons Learned with Ken Fuller Friend of the Palaver Ken Fuller joins us to provide his overall perspective on Pink Floyd; a perspective that covers virtually the entire span of the band. Ken is able to speak to watching the band grow and develop, purchasing the albums on release days and his extensive Pink Floyd concert experiences. Most notably Ken is able to elevate the supportive documentation game of the podcast to previously unthinkable levels! Twitter: @progpal...
Oct 22, 2020•1 hr
Episode 99 – Pink Floyd Part 21, The Wall, The Motion Picture The group completes our exhaustive(?) segment on Pink Floy by consider the motion picture version of The Wall. This version of The Wall provides yet another perspective on Roger Waters’ grand work. Powerful images combined with the (mostly) well-known music are able to forcibly convey the story in a unique manner. The group is left impressed by the strong execution of a project that seemed to be working uphill Farewell Pink Floyd! Twi...
Oct 17, 2020•1 hr 32 min
Episode 98 – Pink Floyd Part 20, The Wall, The Live Shows Seeking to expand our segment on Pink Floyd a bit, the group considers the live performances of The Wall including the 1980 tour, the 1990 performance in Berlin and the 2010 Roger Waters production. Each of these productions has its own character and charm. We consider the various interpretations of the songs, the impacts of the cultural context and musicians as well as the stage and light design. We come away with a better understanding ...
Oct 11, 2020•1 hr 27 min
Align the Stars is a limited-edition podcast supporting the release of the Paul Zotter EP Songs Without a Chorus. Songs Without a Chorus showcases Paul’s songwriting and collaboration in a turn toward more expansive horizon. Using the unique situation presented by the 2020 pandemic Paul was able to leverage songs written over a 25-year period with input from other musicians and adding the creation of original images to provide an integrated experience reminiscent of “the good old days.” The four...
Oct 02, 2020•33 min
Align the Stars is a limited-edition podcast supporting the release of the Paul Zotter EP Songs Without a Chorus. Songs Without a Chorus showcases Paul’s songwriting and collaboration in a turn toward more expansive horizon. Using the unique situation presented by the 2020 pandemic Paul was able to leverage songs written over a 25-year period with input from other musicians and adding the creation of original images to provide an integrated experience reminiscent of “the good old days.” The four...
Oct 02, 2020•41 min
Align the Stars is a limited-edition podcast supporting the release of the Paul Zotter EP Songs Without a Chorus. Songs Without a Chorus showcases Paul’s songwriting and collaboration in a turn toward more expansive horizon. Using the unique situation presented by the 2020 pandemic Paul was able to leverage songs written over a 25-year period with input from other musicians and adding the creation of original images to provide an integrated experience reminiscent of “the good old days.” The four...
Oct 01, 2020•30 min
Align the Stars is a limited-edition podcast supporting the release of the Paul Zotter EP Songs Without a Chorus. Songs Without a Chorus showcases Paul’s songwriting and collaboration in a turn toward more expansive horizon. Using the unique situation presented by the 2020 pandemic Paul was able to leverage songs written over a 25-year period with input from other musicians and adding the creation of original images to provide an integrated experience reminiscent of “the good old days.” The four...
Oct 01, 2020•19 min
Episode 97 – Pink Floyd Part 19, The Endless River Is The Endless River a critical completion of the Pink Floyd tale, a heartless and ill-considered money grab, a self-indulgent exercise in noodling or a heart-warming ode to a lost bandmate? Some could argue that it is all of these. The Palaver attempts to consider this most confounding album from as many angles as possible. The final analysis? We think it’s actually pretty good yet leaves us wondering what might have been... Twitter: @progpala ...
Sep 28, 2020•1 hr 19 min
Bonus Episode – Palaver Mailbag, Late Delivery Part 4, September 2020 Paul and Joe dive into the Palaver mailbag amid the global pandemic to check on correspondence from the end of 2019. Listener input spans from the end of the Genesis segment to the most recent Pink Floyd episodes. As always, we enjoy and benefit from the comments and emails. Please keep them coming! Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-...
Sep 21, 2020•58 min
Episode 96 – Pink Floyd Part 18, The Division Bell The Palaver always surprises me. I thought this episode on The Division Bell would be a slam dunk of David Gilmour love. Not so fast friends. This album was not praised by acclimation and some interesting discussions occur around songs, topics and content. Still a lively and engaging discussion of this overall enjoyable album. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xx...
Sep 18, 2020•1 hr 39 min
Episode 95 – Pink Floyd Part 17, A Momentary Lapse of Reason The Palaver turns a corner in the Pink Floyd catalog with A Momentary Lapse of Reason. With David Gilmour assuming control of the brand, the return of Richard Wright and, with the help of Bob Ezrin, embracing the technology of the 1980’s AMLOR represents a return to the form to the earlier, collaborative form of the band. Is it a dated snapshot or a timeless masterpiece? The answer lies somewhere in between but the overall positivity o...
Sep 13, 2020•1 hr 31 min
