5th Birthday message #1

February 02, 2023 by Simon Heldreich

Hello there Stationeers!

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.

Best OLD music of 2022

January 06, 2023 by Simon Heldreich

B.10 Black & White
The Revelation Station
starring Simon Heldreich in
Best Old music of 2022: a special episode
by SIMON HELDREICH
In the second part of a two part programme,
Simon has a listen to the best in reissues,
repackages, compilations and live albums
released in 2022.
Simon…………………...…..HIMSELF
Gary………………………....ABSENT

Music by THE BEATLES, QUEEN, “WEIRD” AL YANKOVIC, THE DIVINE COMEDY, MARILLION, FISH, PETER GABRIEL, TIAN JIN MUSIC AND DANCE ENSEMBLE AND
BIG BIG TRAIN.

Script editor GARY STARR
Director SIMON HELDREICH

A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production

Revolver 2022 remaster
The Miracle Deluxe Edition
Weird Original Soundtrack
Charmed Life
Holidays In Eden Deluxe Edition]
The Last Straw
Vigil’s End
Live at WOMAD 1982
Summer Shall Not Fade

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Best NEW music of 2022

December 31, 2022 by Simon Heldreich

B.9 Black & White
The Revelation Station
starring Simon Heldreich in
Best New music of 2022: a special episode
by SIMON HELDREICH
As 2022 comes to an end, Simon reflects
on the year in music. Join him as he listens to some
of the best new music of the year, and come back
tomorrow for the best OLD music of the year.
Simon…………………………...……...HIMSELF
Gary……………………………………....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 STARR
Director SIMON HELDREICH

A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production

Sault on Bandcamp
Borders of Winter
Will Of The People
Vaxis 2 - A Window Of The Waking Mind
How Do You Burn?
The Other Side Of Make Believe
Wet Leg
The Tipping Point
An Hour Before It’s Dark
Welcome To The Planet
Door One
The Mars Volta

Christmas Special 2022: How The Moog Saved Christmas

December 24, 2022 by Simon Heldreich

B.7 Black & White
The Revelation Station Presents
How The Moog Saved Christmas: a special episode
for Christmas
starring Gary Starr
Written by SIMON HELDREICH & GARY STARR
When 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……………………….………HIMSELF
Gary……………………..…..ALSO HIMSELF
Ray Grast………………….………........TONY
Richmond Leishi…………..……..….…...PHIL
Colin Hidershem……………………....SANTA
Rags Tarry………………..……………...ELF 1
Edmon Hirschlei…………………….…...ELF 2

Script editor GARY STARR
Director SIMON HELDREICH
A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production

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Playing For Keeps

December 09, 2022 by Simon Heldreich

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!

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Halloween Special 2022: Open House

October 31, 2022 by Simon Heldreich

B.8 Black & White
The Revelation Station Presents
Open House: a special episode
for Halloween
starring Simon Heldreich
Written by SIMON HELDREICH & GARY STARR
An estate agent working late encounters
more than he bargained for in this special
tale for Halloween.
Simon…………………………...….ESTATE AGENT
Gary……………………..…............BARRET OMSK
Sky Tarra…………………….....THE GIRLFRIEND

Music by GENESIS
Script editor GARY STARR
Director SIMON HELDREICH

A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production

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Give Me A Chance, Give Me A Sign...

October 14, 2022 by Simon Heldreich

Pay no attention to the man behind the curtain

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

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Who mourns when man pays the piper?

July 29, 2022 by Simon Heldreich

3.6 Colour
The Revelation Station
starring Gary Starr & Simon Heldreich in
Who mourns when man pays the piper?
by GARY STARR
Mike 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…………………………………………...HIMSELF
Gary………………………………........ALSO HIMSELF
Colin Hidershem……..……VIKTOR KARAKTUR
Ray Grast……….………………………………..MIGUEL
Rags Tarry………………………………………...PEDRO

Music by MIKE+THE MECHANICS and GOMI NO SENSEI
Script editor GARY STARR
Director SIMON HELDREICH
A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production

NEXT EPISODE: No Jacket Required

Flight Into Danger!

May 20, 2022 by Simon Heldreich

***Is it hot in here or is it just me?***

3.5 Colour
The Revelation Station
starring Gary Starr & Simon Heldreich in
Flight Into Danger!
by GARY STARR
Peter Gabriel released his third solo album
in 1980. Commonly known as “Melt” it
ushered in a radical new sound, one that
was based on rhythm rather than melody.
Featuring the introduction of the “gated”
drum sound that would go on to define the
1980’s, the album would also prove to have
a lasting effect on world politics.
Meanwhile, Gary and Simon finally spill
the beans on what went on after they
escaped from Hell. As the story continues
the hapless duo find themselves on the
run from angry jungle dwellers and chased
through the sky by a mysterious figure.
Will they survive and what will become of
them? Find out in this thrilling episode!
Simon………………………….….…………...HIMSELF
Gary………………………................ALSO HIMSELF
Colin Hidershem……….……..……….……….JACK
Ray Grast……….…………….MYSTERIOUS MAN

Music by PETER GABRIEL and GOMI NO SENSEI
Script editor GARY STARR
Director SIMON HELDREICH

A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production

NEXT EPISODE: Mike+The Mechanics

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Hackett & Stratton (Deceased) or My Manager The Ghost

April 15, 2022 by Simon Heldreich

3.4 Colour
The Revelation Station
starring Gary Starr in
Hackett & Stratton (Deceased)
by SIMON HELDREICH
In 1980 Steve Hackett released his
third studio album, Spectral
Mornings, the first to feature his
touring band. What will Gary and
Simon think of it? And who could
have murdered Tony Stratton-
Smith? If Steve can’t solve the
mystery in 24 hours he might just
be stuck with an unwanted, ghostly
presence.
Simon…………………………...….HIMSELF
Gary…………………….....ALSO HIMSELF
Colin Hidershem………..………...STEVE
Ray Grast……….….……….TONY BANKS
Arty Grars...TONY STRATTON-SMITH
Celine H.R.Modish...…RECEPTIONIST

Music by STEVE HACKETT and
GOMI NO SENSEI
Script editor GARY STARR
Director SIMON HELDREICH
A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production

Return of the Giant Podweed

March 25, 2022 by Simon Heldreich in Minisode

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

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Albums of 2021

December 31, 2021 by Simon Heldreich

B.7 Black & White
The Revelation Station
starring Simon Heldreich in
Albums of 2021: a special episode
by SIMON HELDREICH
As 2021 comes to an end, Simon reflects
on the year in music. Join him as he plays
tracks from some of the albums released
this year.
Simon…………………………...……...HIMSELF
Gary……………………………………....ABSENT

Music by STEVE HACKETT, MARILLION, MATT
BELLAMY, MAXIMO PARK, YES, ARC OF LIFE,
and BIG BIG TRAIN
Script editor GARY STARR
Director SIMON HELDREICH

A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production

Under A Mediterranean Sky
Surrender Of Silence
Fugazi Delue Edition
Cryosleep
Nature Always Wins
The Quest
Arc Of Life
Common Ground

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Tone Alone

December 24, 2021 by Simon Heldreich

B.6 Black & White
The Revelation Station Presents
Tone Alone: a special episode
for Christmas
starring Gary Starr
Written by SIMON HELDREICH & GARY
STARR
In a festive edition of the popular podcast
a 71 year old musician must protect his
house from a pair of burglars when he is
accidentally left home alone by the rest
of his band during Christmas. At first he
has fun, but he soon realises that he may
be out of his depth…
Simon…………………………………..…HIMSELF
Gary……………………..…........ALSO HIMSELF
Ray Grast…………………………....……......TONY
Richmond Leishi………….……..……….....PHIL
Arty Grars…………………………...………....MIKE

Music by GENESIS
Script editor GARY STARR
Director SIMON HELDREICH
A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production

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Halloween Special: Eye Of The Beholder

October 31, 2021 by Simon Heldreich in Bonus

B.5 Black & White
The Revelation Station Presents
Eye Of The Beholder: a special episode
for Halloween
starring Simon Heldreich
Written by GARY STARR & SIMON HELDREICH
On a lonely road a man drives home
from work, wearily he longs for arrival.
But in a moment of lapsed concentration
he finds himself drawn into a world of
which he knows nothing. And he finds
that not all is as it first appears.
Simon…………………………….….TRAVELLER
Gary……………………..…......ABEL VIM INNIS
Celine H.R.Modish………………….....MRS A

Music by GENESIS
Script editor GARY STARR
Director SIMON HELDREICH
A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production

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Maybe if we're lucky they will show it again...

October 01, 2021 by Simon Heldreich

3.3 Colour
The Revelation Station
starring Gary Starr in
The Last Domino?: a special episode
by SIMON HELDREICH
Simon & Gary have seen Genesis live
on stage for The Last Domino? Tour.
What did they think? Are the
predictions they made in the Small
Talk series accurate? And find out
just why Genesis came on stage over
an hour late.
Simon………………………….…..….HIMSELF
Gary……………………….....ALSO HIMSELF
Colin Hidershem……….……….…...STEVE
Dominic Hershel……….…………..…...NAD
Ray Grast……………………….…………TONY
Richmond Leishi………….……….….…PHIL
Arty Grars………………………………….MIKE
Targas Yarr……………………………TREVOR
Rags Tarry……………………….….ROADIE 1
Edmon Hirschlei………….….….ROADIE 2

Music by GENESIS and SOME UNKNOWN GUY
ON THE INTERNET CIRCA 2005.
Script editor GARY STARR
Director SIMON HELDREICH

A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production

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A promotional consideration...

September 24, 2021 by Simon Heldreich

A promotional short to advertise The Revelation Station.
Please Enjoy™

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But I know that she's not there...

September 23, 2021 by Simon Heldreich in Minisode

3.2.4 Colour
The Revelation Station
starring Gary Starr in
Small Talk: a four-part episode
by SIMON HELDREICH : part 4 - Studio
In the final episode, Simon & Gary
discuss the possibilities of a new
album and when to expect a live
release. Simon tells us what he
hopes a re-issues programme
should look like.
Simon…………………………...….HIMSELF
Gary…………………………..ALSO HIMSELF

Music by GENESIS.
Script editor GARY STARR
Director SIMON HELDREICH

A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production

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And I reach across to touch her...

September 22, 2021 by Simon Heldreich in Minisode

3.2.3 Colour
The Revelation Station
starring Gary Starr in
Small Talk: a four-part episode
by SIMON HELDREICH : part 3 - Scope
Continuing the discussion of The
Last Domino? tour with Simon &
Gary. The tour is hitting the UK and
USA, but do the boys think there is
a possibility of future European dates?
Plus - some Audience Participation!
Simon…………………………...….HIMSELF
Gary…………………………..ALSO HIMSELF

Music by GENESIS.
Script editor GARY STARR
Director SIMON HELDREICH

A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production

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There's no need to look outside, to see I feel the rain...

September 21, 2021 by Simon Heldreich in Minisode

3.2.2 Colour
The Revelation Station
starring Gary Starr in
Small Talk: a four-part episode
by SIMON HELDREICH : part 2 - Sound
With the Genesis tour finally
underway, Simon & Gary discuss how
the band might sound in 2021. What
will the addition of backing singers,
and a youthful new drummer
in Nic Collins, bring to the band?
Simon…………………………...….HIMSELF
Gary…………………………..ALSO HIMSELF

Music by GENESIS.
Script editor GARY STARR
Director SIMON HELDREICH

A REVELATION STATION PODCASTS production

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The grey of evening fills the room...

September 20, 2021 by Simon Heldreich in Minisode

3.2.1 Colour
The Revelation Station
starring Gary Starr in
Small Talk: a four-part episode
by SIMON HELDREICH : part 1 - Setlist
In the first part of a brand new
adventure, Simon and Gary ponder
the start of the Last Domino tour.
What tracks would they like to hear?
And will there be any surprises in
store?
Simon…………………………...….HIMSELF
Gary…………………………..ALSO HIMSELF

Music by GENESIS.
Script editor GARY STARR
Director 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.