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3.8 ColourThe Revelation Stationstarring Gary Starr & Simon Heldreich inThe Tony Banks Maneuver!by GARY STARRTony Banks, is taken to an isolated prisondeep in the jungle, until he can pay hishotel bill. With the clock ticking and hislife in danger, Tony's only hope is twounlikely heroes: Gary and Simon, twopodcast presenters who need Tony’sparticular skills to complete their missionfor villainous gangster Viktor…As they penetrate the prison, Gary andSimon realize that the odds are stackedagainst them. But with determination anda fierce will to survive, they push on,determined to rescue Tony and bring himhome safely.In a thrilling race against time, Gary andSimon face danger at every turn as they fightto save Tony and themselves. With explosive action, heart-pumping suspense, andunexpected twists and turns, in a high-octane adventure and an ending you won’t see coming!Simon…………………………………….……...HIMSELFGary……………………………….........ALSO HIMSELFColin Hidershem……………………….…..……JUANRay Grast……….……………………..….TONY BANKSMusic by TONY BANKS  and GOMI NO SENSEIScript editor SIMON HELDREICHProducer GARY STARRDirector SIMON HELDREICHA REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production NEXT EPISODE: Defector by Steve Hackett Thanks for listening to this episode. If you’ve enjoyed this podcast you can donate the price of a coffee to help run the website by clicking this link. All donations are gratefully received and give you access to 10 exclusive minisodes only available to people who donate. To get access to episodes a week early, and also 6 (or more!) bonus episodes per year please think about becoming a Patron for just £1 at Patreon. If you’d like to share your thoughts about this episode or your opinions of the podcast in general, you can email us at revelationstationpodcast@gmail.com, leave a comment below or join our Facebook group. We would love to hear from you.

S.7 Black & WhiteThe Revelation Stationstarring Simon Heldreich inThe Tokyo Tapes: a special episodeby SIMON HELDREICHJoin Simon as he reviews the recentre-issue of Steve Hackett’s classic 1996live album, The Tokyo Tapes. Featuringan all-star lineup of Progressive Rock’sfinest, and playing songs from across not only Steve’s career but his guest stars. Find out what song(s) Simon would probablyhave left out, and learn which memberof the group was a co-founder of not one,but two of rock’s classic bands.Simon…………………………...……...HIMSELFGary……………………………………....ABSENTMusic by STEVE HACKETTScript editor GARY STARRDirector SIMON HELDREICHA REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production Thanks for listening to this episode. If you’ve enjoyed this podcast you can donate the price of a coffee to help run the website by clicking this link. All donations are gratefully received and give you access to 10 exclusive minisodes only available to people who donate. To get access to episodes a week early, and also 6 (or more!) bonus episodes per year please think about becoming a Patron for just £1 at Patreon. If you’d like to share your thoughts about this episode or your opinions of the podcast in general, you can email us at revelationstationpodcast@gmail.com, leave a comment below or join ourFacebook group. We would love to hear from you.

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It's our 5th Birthday today (Feb 2nd) and messages have been flooding in to us! Here's the first one, with some exclusive news from a very special someone.

B.10 Black & WhiteThe Revelation Stationstarring Simon Heldreich inBest Old music of 2022: a special episodeby SIMON HELDREICHIn the second part of a two part programme,Simon has a listen to the best in reissues,repackages, compilations and live albumsreleased in 2022.Simon…………………………...……...HIMSELFGary……………………………………....ABSENTMusic by THE BEATLES, QUEEN, “WEIRD”AL YANKOVIC, THE DIVINE COMEDY,MARILLION, FISH, PETER GABRIEL, TIANJIN MUSIC AND DANCE ENSEMBLE ANDBIG BIG TRAIN. Script editor GARY STARRDirector SIMON HELDREICHA REVELATION STATION PODCASTS productionRevolver 2022 remasterThe Miracle Deluxe EditionWeird Original SoundtrackCharmed LifeHolidays In Eden Deluxe Edition]The Last StrawVigil’s EndLive at WOMAD 1982Summer Shall Not Fade Thanks for listening to this episode. If you’ve enjoyed this podcast you can donate the price of a coffee to help run the website by clicking this link. All donations are gratefully received and give you access to 10 exclusive minisodes only available to people who donate. To get access to episodes a week early, and also 6 (or more!) bonus episodes per year please think about becoming a Patron for just £1 at Patreon. If you’d like to share your thoughts about this episode or your opinions of the podcast in general, you can email us at revelationstationpodcast@gmail.com, leave a comment below or join our Facebook group. We would love to hear from you.

B.9 Black & WhiteThe Revelation Stationstarring Simon Heldreich inBest New music of 2022: a special episodeby SIMON HELDREICHAs 2022 comes to an end, Simon reflectson the year in music. Join him as he listensto some of the best new music of the year,and come back tomorrow for the best OLDmusic of the year.Simon…………………………...……...HIMSELFGary……………………………………....ABSENT Music by SAULT, MR.BIFFO, DAVID LONGDON, MARILLION, THE AFGHAN WHIGS, THE MARS VOLTA, INTERPOL, THE DIVINE COMEDY, TEARS FOR FEARS, COHEED & CAMBRIA, BIG BIG TRAIN, MUSE and WET LEG. Script editor GARY STARRDirector SIMON HELDREICH A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production Sault on BandcampBorders of WinterWill Of The PeopleVaxis 2 - A Window Of The Waking MindHow Do You Burn?The Other Side Of Make BelieveWet LegThe Tipping PointAn Hour Before It’s DarkWelcome To The PlanetDoor OneThe Mars Volta Thanks for listening to this episode. If you’ve enjoyed this podcast you can donate the price of a coffee to help run the website by clicking this link. All donations are gratefully received and give you access to 10 exclusive minisodes only available to people who donate. To get access to episodes a week early, and also 6 (or more!) bonus episodes per year please think about becoming a Patron for just £1 at Patreon. If you’d like to share your thoughts about this episode or your opinions of the podcast in general, you can email us at revelationstationpodcast@gmail.com, leave a comment below or join ourFacebook group. We would love to hear from you.

B.7 Black & WhiteThe Revelation Station PresentsHow The Moog Saved Christmas: a special episode for Christmas starring Gary StarrWritten by SIMON HELDREICH & GARY STARRWhen keyboard player Tony Banks finds an abandoned Reindeer Sleigh on his roof he seizes his opportunity to bring keyboards to the world. With Phil Collins as his conscience he sets about delivering Moogs to every child.But there are dark forces out to stop him, with the aid of two Elves from the North Pole. And just what has become of Santa?Simon……………………………………HIMSELFGary……………………..…........ALSO HIMSELFRay Grast…………………………............TONYRichmond Leishi………….……..….…...PHILColin Hidershem……………………....SANTARags Tarry…………………………………...ELF 1Edmon Hirschlei…………………….…...ELF 2Script editor GARY STARRDirector SIMON HELDREICHA REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production Thanks for listening to this episode. If you’ve enjoyed this podcast you can donate the price of a coffee to help run the website by clicking this link. All donations are gratefully received and give you access to 10 exclusive minisodes only available to people who donate. To get access to episodes a week early, and also 6 (or more!) bonus episodes per year please think about becoming a Patron for just £1 at Patreon. If you’d like to share your thoughts about this episode or your opinions of the podcast in general, you can email us at revelationstationpodcast@gmail.com, leave a comment below or join ourFacebook group. We would love to hear from you.

Welcome back to the Revelation Station jukebox! In this episode I'm breaking the format a little to review a little known film soundtrack which includes a rare Phil Collins track. Not released anywhere else since 1986, tune in to this episode to hear it in full! Stay tuned for more episodes coming soon! Thanks for listening to this episode. If you’ve enjoyed this podcast you can donate the price of a coffee to help run the website by clicking this link. All donations are gratefully received and give you access to 10 more jukebox episodes only available to people who donate or subscribe to Patreon. To get access to episodes a week early, and also 6 (or more!) bonus episodes per year please think about becoming a Patron for just £1 at Patreon. If you’d like to share your thoughts about this episode or your opinions of the podcast in general, you can email us at revelationstationpodcast@gmail.com, leave a comment below or join our Facebook group. We would love to hear from you.

B.8 Black & WhiteThe Revelation Station PresentsOpen House: a special episodefor Halloween starring Simon HeldreichWritten by SIMON HELDREICH & GARY STARRAn estate agent working late encountersmore than he bargained for in this specialtale for Halloween.Simon…………………………...….ESTATE AGENTGary……………………..…............BARRET OMSKSky Tarra…………………….....THE GIRLFRIEND Music by GENESISScript editor GARY STARRDirector SIMON HELDREICH A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production Thanks for listening to this episode. If you’ve enjoyed this podcast you can donate the price of a coffee to help run the website by clicking this link. All donations are gratefully received and give you access to 10 exclusive minisodes only available to people who donate. To get access to episodes a week early, and also 6 (or more!) bonus episodes per year please think about becoming a Patron for just £1 at Patreon. If you’d like to share your thoughts about this episode or your opinions of the podcast in general, you can email us at revelationstationpodcast@gmail.com, leave a comment below or join ourFacebook group. We would love to hear from you.

3.7 Colour The Revelation Station starring Gary Starr & Simon Heldreich in The Poison Entrapment! by GARY STARR In 1985 Phil Collins was everywhere! Literally, everywhere. Fresh off the success of Against All Odds he released his third stu-stu-studio album in late January to a relatively positive response. It wouldn’t last, and the press and public would soon grow tired of Phil’s constant presence. However, for a short time Phil was on top. No Jacket Required became his biggest selling album and spawned three USA no.1 hits. Meanwhile, Simon and Gary, with their guide Juan, find themselves exploring a mysterious cave below a volcano when an accident befalls one of the party. Who will survive the encounter and what will be left of them afterwards? Find out in this thrilling episode! Simon…………………………………….………...HIMSELF Gary………………………………..............ALSO HIMSELF Colin Hidershem………………………….…..……JUAN Music by PHIL COLLINS and GOMI NO SENSEI Script editor SIMON HELDREICH Producer GARY STARR Director SIMON HELDREICH A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production NEXT EPISODE: Soundtracks by Tony Banks Thanks for listening to this episode. If you’ve enjoyed this podcast you can donate the price of a coffee to help run the website by clicking this link. All donations are gratefully received and give you access to 10 exclusive minisodes only available to people who donate. To get access to episodes a week early, and also 6 (or more!) bonus episodes per year please think about becoming a Patron for just £1 at Patreon. If you’d like to share your thoughts about this episode or your opinions of the podcast in general, you can email us at revelationstationpodcast@gmail.com, leave a comment below or join our Facebook group. We would love to hear from you.

3.6 ColourThe Revelation Stationstarring Gary Starr & Simon Heldreich inWho mourns when man pays the piper?by GARY STARRMike Rutherford released his third solo album...oh wait! Hang on, no he didn’t! In 1985 he released the first album by his side hustle, Mike+The Mechanics, in collaboration with noted songwriter BA Baracus Robertson and producer Chris Neil. What lead him to create an all new band? Was it a wise decision not to sing it himself? Most importantly, was it any good? Simon and Gary, meanwhile, are confronted by a mysterious character with links to Simon’s past. Who is he and what does he want with our hapless duo? Find out in this thrilling episode!Simon…………………………………………...HIMSELFGary…………………………..............ALSO HIMSELFColin Hidershe..….…..……VIKTOR KARAKTURRay Grast………………………………………..MIGUELRags Tarry………………………………………...PEDRO Music by MIKE+THE MECHANICS  and GOMI NO SENSEI Script editor GARY STARRDirector SIMON HELDREICH A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production NEXT EPISODE: No Jacket Required Thanks for listening to this episode. If you’ve enjoyed this podcast you can donate the price of a coffee to help run the website by clicking this link. All donations are gratefully received and give you access to 10 exclusive minisodes only available to people who donate. To get access to episodes a week early, and also 6 (or more!) bonus episodes per year please think about becoming a Patron for just £1 at Patreon. If you’d like to share your thoughts about this episode or your opinions of the podcast in general, you can email us at revelationstationpodcast@gmail.com, leave a comment below or join our Facebook group. We would love to hear from you.

3.5 ColourThe Revelation Stationstarring Gary Starr & Simon Heldreich inFlight Into Danger!by GARY STARRPeter Gabriel released his third solo albumin 1980. Commonly known as “Melt” itushered in a radical new sound, one thatwas based on rhythm rather than melody.Featuring the introduction of the “gated”drum sound that would go on to define the1980’s, the album would also prove to havea lasting effect on world politics.Meanwhile, Gary and Simon finally spillthe beans on what went on after theyescaped from Hell. As the story continuesthe hapless duo find themselves on therun from angry jungle dwellers and chasedthrough the sky by a mysterious figure.Will they survive and what will become ofthem? Find out in this thrilling episode!Simon…………………………...…………...HIMSELFGary………………………................ALSO HIMSELFColin Hidershem……….…………………….JACKRay Grast……….……………….MYSTERIOUS MAN Music by PETER GABRIEL and GOMI NO SENSEIScript editor GARY STARRDirector SIMON HELDREICH A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production NEXT EPISODE: Mike+The Mechanics Thanks for listening to this episode. If you’ve enjoyed this podcast you can donate the price of a coffee to help run the website by clicking this link. All donations are gratefully received and give you access to 10 exclusive minisodes only available to people who donate. To get access to episodes a week early, and also 6 (or more!) bonus episodes per year please think about becoming a Patron for just £1 at Patreon. If you’d like to share your thoughts about this episode or your opinions of the podcast in general, you can email us at revelationstationpodcast@gmail.com, leave a comment below or join our Facebook group. We would love to hear from you.

3.4 ColourThe Revelation Stationstarring Gary Starr inHackett & Stratton (Deceased)by SIMON HELDREICHIn 1980 Steve Hackett released histhird studio album, SpectralMornings, the first to feature histouring band. What will Gary andSimon think of it? And who couldhave murdered Tony Stratton-Smith? If Steve can’t solve themystery in 24 hours he might justbe stuck with an unwanted, ghostlypresence.Simon…………………………...….HIMSELFGary…………………….....ALSO HIMSELFColin Hidershem….…….………...STEVERay Grast……….…………..TONY BANKSArty Grars...TONY STRATTON-SMITHCeline H.R.Modish……RECEPTIONIST Music by STEVE HACKETT andGOMI NO SENSEIScript editor GARY STARRDirector SIMON HELDREICHA REVELATION STATION PODCAST NEXT EPISODE: Peter Gabriel 3 AKA “Melt” Thanks for listening to this episode. If you’ve enjoyed this podcast you can donate the price of a coffee to help run the website by clicking this link. All donations are gratefully received and give you access to 10 exclusive minisodes only available to people who donate. To get access to episodes a week early, and also 6 (or more!) bonus episodes per year please think about becoming a Patron for just £1 at Patreon. If you’d like to share your thoughts about this episode or your opinions of the podcast in general, you can email us at revelationstationpodcast@gmail.com, leave a comment below or join our Facebook group. We would love to hear from you.

Greetings Stationeers! Tune in to this short minisode for an announcement about the future of The Revelation Station podcast. (Don’t worry, we’re coming back. Unless you don’t like us that is, in which case why are you even reading this?) The Revelation Station on Patreon Next Episode: Spectral Mornings by Steve Hackett Thanks for listening to this episode. If you’ve enjoyed this podcast you can donate the price of a coffee to help run the website by clicking this link. All donations are gratefully received and give you access to 10 exclusive minisodes only available to people who donate. If you’d like to share your thoughts about this episode or your opinions of the podcast in general, you can email us at revelationstationpodcast@gmail.com, leave a comment below or join our Facebook group. We would love to hear from you.

B.7 Black & WhiteThe Revelation Stationstarring Simon Heldreich inAlbums of 2021: a special episodeby SIMON HELDREICHAs 2021 comes to an end, Simon reflectson the year in music. Join him as he playstracks from some of the albums releasedthis year.Simon…………………………...……...HIMSELFGary……………………………………....ABSENTMusic by STEVE HACKETT, MARILLION, MATTBELLAMY, MAXIMO PARK, YES, ARC OF LIFE,and BIG BIG TRAINScript editor GARY STARRDirector SIMON HELDREICHA REVELATION STATION PODCASTS productionUnder A Mediterranean SkySurrender Of SilenceFugazi Delue EditionCryosleepNature Always WinsThe QuestArc Of LifeCommon GroundThanks for listening to this episode. If you’ve enjoyed this podcast you can donate the price of a coffee to help run the website by clicking this link. All donations are gratefully received and give you access to 10 exclusive minisodes only available to people who donate.If you’d like to share your thoughts about this episode or your opinions of the podcast in general, you can email us at revelationstationpodcast@gmail.com, leave a comment below or join our Facebook group. We would love to hear from you.

B.6 Black & WhiteThe Revelation Station PresentsTone Alone: a special episodefor Christmas starring Gary StarrWritten by SIMON HELDREICH & GARYSTARRIn a festive edition of the popular podcasta 71 year old musician must protect hishouse from a pair of burglars when he isaccidentally left home alone by the restof his band during Christmas. At first hehas fun, but he soon realises that he maybe out of his depth…Simon…………………………………..…HIMSELFGary……………………..…........ALSO HIMSELFRay Grast…………………………....……......TONYRichmond Leishi………….……..……….....PHILArty Grars…………………………...………....MIKEMusic by GENESIS, SLADE and MICHAEL BUBLEScript editor GARY STARRDirector SIMON HELDREICHA REVELATION STATION PODCASTS productionThanks for listening to this episode. If you’ve enjoyed this podcast you can donate the price of a coffee to help run the website by clicking this link. All donations are gratefully received and give you access to 10 exclusive minisodes only available to people who donate.If you’d like to share your thoughts about this episode or your opinions of the podcast in general, you can email us at revelationstationpodcast@gmail.com, leave a comment below or join our Facebook group. We would love to hear from you.

B.5 Black & WhiteThe Revelation Station PresentsEye Of The Beholder: a special episodefor Halloween starring Simon HeldreichWritten by GARY STARR & SIMON HELDREICHOn a lonely road a man drives homefrom work, wearily he longs for arrival.But in a moment of lapsed concentrationhe finds himself drawn into a world ofwhich he knows nothing. And he findsthat not all is as it first appears.Simon………………………….…….TRAVELLERGary……………………..…......ABEL VIM INNISCeline H.R.Modish………………….....MRS AMusic by GENESISScript editor GARY STARRDirector SIMON HELDREICHA REVELATION STATION PODCASTS productionThanks for listening to this episode. If you’ve enjoyed this podcast you can donate the price of a coffee to help run the website by clicking this link. All donations are gratefully received and give you access to 10 exclusive minisodes only available to people who donate.If you’d like to share your thoughts about this episode or your opinions of the podcast in general, you can email us at revelationstationpodcast@gmail.com, leave a comment below or join our Facebook group. We would love to hear from you.

3.3 ColourThe Revelation Stationstarring Gary Starr inThe Last Domino?: a special episodeby SIMON HELDREICHSimon & Gary have seen Genesis liveon stage for The Last Domino? Tour.What did they think? Are thepredictions they made in the SmallTalk series accurate? And find outjust why Genesis came on stage overan hour late.Simon…….………………………...….HIMSELFGary…….………………….....ALSO HIMSELFColin Hidershem……….………..…...STEVEDominic Hershel……..…….…………...NADRay Grast……………………..…….……..TONYRichmond Leishi………………………...PHILArty Grars…………………………………..MIKETargas Yarr…………………………….TREVORRags Tarry…………………………...ROADIE 1Edmon Hirschlei………….……...ROADIE 2 Music by GENESIS and SOME UNKNOWNGUY ON THE INTERNET CIRCA 2005.Script editor GARY STARRDirector SIMON HELDREICH A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production. Thanks for listening to this episode. If you’ve enjoyed this podcast you can donate the price of a coffee to help run the website by clicking this link. All donations are gratefully received and give you access to 10 exclusive minisodes only available to people who donate. If you’d like to share your thoughts about this episode or your opinions of the podcast in general, you can email us at revelationstationpodcast@gmail.com, leave a comment below or join our Facebook group. We would love to hear from you.

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