Big Big Train currently consists of founder members Gregory Spawton and Andy Poole and new vocalist David Longdon, with Nick D'Virgilio (Spock’s Beard), as a 'permanent guest' on drums.
The Underfall Yard is due for release December 2009 and features guest appearances from Dave Gregory (XTC), Francis Dunnery (It Bites) and Jem Godfrey (Frost*).
“Big Big Train is an independent progressive rock band which has been described as 'one of the great, unsung bands of British prog' (Sonic Bond) and which 'continues to plough its own considerable furrow without the aid of label support' (Guitar and Bass).”
Guitar and Bass
“You should definitely check it out. In my humble opinion it is one of the best prog releases of the decade.”
Dave Meors - Spock's Beard
“The Bournemouth band have extra locomotive power for their fifth album, with guest Pete Trewavas (Marillion), Nick D'Virgilio (Spock's Beard, Genesis, Tears For Fears) and Dave Meros (Spock's Beard.) This is finely crafted and acutely involving, especially the chilling Salt Water.”
Geoff Barton - Classic Rock
“Splendidly mellifluous UK prog, featuring appearances from Marillion's Pete Trewavas and Nick D'Virgilio from Spock's Beard.”
Dave Ling - Classic Rock and Metal Hammer magazines