Classical Composer Reacts to Estonia (Marillion) | The Daily Doug (Episode 258)

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In this episode of #TheDailyDoug, we're listening to music by Marillion for the 2nd time on the channel. Estonia is from their 1997 album This Strange Engine, but today we're listening to their remake of the song that is included on their 2019 album With Friends from the Orchestra. The song's subject is heartbreaking, but the music is astoundingly beautiful. I hope you'll come along for the ride!

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[ArrowtheACL]

"Music suspends time to help us emotionally" Well said Doug. Music also has a way of bringing us together regardless of differences. Except when it comes to Fish vs Hogarth apparently.

[ndBrother]

My friend you have just scratched the surface of what is Marillion.
Possibly one of the most underrated bands of all time, and certainly one of the greatest live acts ever experienced.

[justincamp]

In a just world, Hogarth would be correctly recognized as one the greatest front men and songwriters in rock history.

[riclevine]

I lost my wife to brain cancer...just 5 years ago. Marillion was one of her...and one of OUR favorite bands.

This song makes me cry every time...and yet I can feel her close...if only for a few minutes.

Thank you for doing this, Doug.

[Salmacis]

Marillion are amazing- and no one can tell me that Steve Hogarth isn't one of the finest singers ever in rock. A simply beautiful voice

[javierfonte]

Doug, Marillion's manager was asked about this video and she said Steve Hogarth saw it and has been sharing it on WhatsApp to other people. Excellent reaction as always, congratulations!

[palantir]

There’s the Marillion with Fish; Clutching at Straws, is a great album. And there’s Marillion after Fish left.
More great albums to choose from. Afraid of sunlight, is one of my favorites.

[ickelpete]

I've been a fan of Marillion for 40 years and have never been disappointed with anything they produce. The with the Orchestra album was great and even better when I got to see it live .

[domuk]

No band on the planet puts as much feeling and emotion into their music as Marillion - Estonia is one of the best songs ever written imo! Great comments and contributions Doug, top man!

[TheRKae]

"This Strange Engine": One of my favorite rainy day albums!

[davidbarker]

That's a beautiful piece of music about something tragic. New song for me, so thank you.

[WanderingBells]

You are starting to understand why Marillion’s music connects so emotionally for many fans. As others have suggested. Try The Great Escape, The Space ( live at Royal Albert Hall with the same friends from the orchestra) or Neverland.

[Ken]

Fantastic. So glad to finally see a reaction to one of Marillion's best songs. I saw them on this tour, and H told the story of how he met Mr. Barney and how the song came about. His sympathy for the victims was so genuine, and we could tell that Steve had been deeply affected by the tragedy. His lyrics are so perfect. This version is great in a different way, with the classical instruments, but the studio version is also fantastic with the Russian balalaika in the choruses and Mark Kelly playing the instrumental part of the bridge section with a perfect synth patch. Great, great song.

[Nazgulbadger]

My wife loved this song, when she passed away suddenly, at only 31yrs of age, i couldn't think of anything more appropriate to play for her at her service. Whenever i hear this song, it makes me think of her, an i smile at her memory.

[anger.]

I'm Estonian and I'm amazed I didn't know this song existed until saw it on your channel. Thank you for it.
Urmas Alender, a beloved musician in Estonia, also sank that day. Some survivors have said that he clung on a chimney and was singing before sinking with the ship. He also had songs about how sea would take his life.

[richey]

The Great Escape is a masterpiece from Marillion.

[twocatsyelling]

YES! Finally someone covers this!

I have recommended this in several creators' comments - maybe even yours. You're the first person I've seen to actually cover it. For those who haven't... "their loss". They're missing out on brilliance. It's a bonus that you're one of the rare people on YT who actually understands and can talk about/break down the music.

Marillion is half-jokingly referred to as "The best band you've never heard of". For years that's been pretty much true. It seems like that might be changing these days, as more people are introduced to their music, which is wonderful. Marillion deserves so much more recognition.

This is gorgeous and, as you say, "heart breaking" song. It's far and away my favorite recorded performance of it. It's one of those songs I wish everyone could hear and appreciate as you do.

Steve Hogarth has one of the most emotive voices I've personally heard in progressive music. I doubt he's ever phoned in a performance in his life.

Also, the smile that keeps returning to the face of the violinist on the far left (their right), in front of Steve Hogarth, is infectious.

[oldgriff]

One of the best pieces of music I’ve ever heard in my 66 years..simply love it very much..

[bobbralee]

One of the most underated bands about, wonderful reaction Doug try "The Space" live at the Royal Albert Hall next Marillion at their best.

[dgbourdon]

A masterpiece by my most favourite band of all time. Steve H and the band move you to another emotional level. Genius!