"Less Is More" is a studio album by British progressive rock band Marillion, released on 2 October 2009. It's distinctive for being compiled of the band's previous tracks rearranged in an acoustic and chill-out style, thus following a less-is-more philosophy, hence the title of the album. The album features a mixture of Marillion's past hits as well as some less widely-known songs. The total running time is approximately 61 minutes.
The band member lineup for "Less Is More" consists of Steve Hogarth on vocals, Mark Kelly on keyboards, Ian Mosley on drums, Steve Rothery on guitars, and Pete Trewavas on bass guitars and vocals. The members also contributed to backing vocals and additional instruments.
On its release, the album received generally positive reviews, with critics noting that the stripped down, acoustic arrangements brought a refreshing new perspective to Marillion's songs. The album allowed the band to showcase their musicianship and songwriting in a different light, reaffirming their status as one of the leading bands in the progressive rock scene.
The concept behind "Less Is More" marks a divergent and experimental step in the band's musical journey, further cementing their reputation for innovatively reinterpreting their work and an ability to adapt their sound to different musical styles.
