“An album of stunning songs and startling musicianship…breathtaking.” — Classic Rock

Featuring the original studio versions of PT classics such as “Shesmovedon,” “Russia On Ice,” “Hatesong” and “Feel So Low,” along with string arrangements provided by Dave Gregory of XTC, 2000’s Lightbulb Sun features the lush and powerful music of a band confidently in control of their sound, and akin to 1999’s Stupid Dream, explores more song-based territory.

The album was dedicated to the memory of Michael Piper, who passed away in April 2008. In fact, it was meant to be the latest in a line of beautifully packaged Porcupine Tree related vinyl releases he lovingly created for his own Gates of Dawn label. The test pressings had been approved and the artwork completed, but Michael entered the hospital before he could place the final manufacturing order, and never came out again.