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Well...this was a fun experiment! I really enjoyed these eight songs, all of which were originally submitted for a Fan Favorites episode but didn't get enough votes for the video the first time around. I've gone through all of the past Patreon Fan Favorites polls and selected songs that I was particularly interested in hearing.

So, I hope you enjoy this potpourri of a countdown!

Diamonds and Rust - Joan Baez
Easter - Marillion
River Down Below - Riverside
All Along the Watchtower - Bear McCreary
The Flood - Leprous
Emerald - Thin Lizzy
Bless the Beasts and the Children - The Carpenters
Jurassic Shift - Ozric Tentacles

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Fan Favorites: 2nd Chance Countdown (Ep. 16)

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Jean-Michel LaFontaine

I saw Riverside on that tour, after the unexpected and sudden death of Piotr. That was probably the most emotional gig I ever saw. You could feel the pain of the guys and how dedicated they were to pay homage to their friend who passed away. I suggest their latest album ID.Entity, which is much more optimistic, while also being very critical about our world. I'm also a big fan of Ozric Tentacles and Jurassic Shift has always been on of my favorite song and album. Saw them live in 2008 and that was one of the most psychedelic concert I ever witnessed. Herbal assistance was welcomed for this one :) Ed Wynne is one heck of a guitarist.

Nick

Another great FF! Doug, check out "Holloway Girl", on the same album as "Easter", for another Marillion song inspired by The Troubles. It concerns Judith Ward, a woman unjustly imprisoned for IRA bombing attacks that took place in 1974. She had falsely claimed responsibility for them as a result of her mental health issues. People were campaigning for her release at the time the song was written. It would be another 3 years before she was finally released. When you've done that, go back to their debut album and have a listen to "Forgotten Sons" for an entirely different perspective on The Troubles.