Fish

The Profile

Fish (Derek William Dick, born April 25, 1958, Dalkeith, Scotland) is a Scottish singer, songwriter, and actor. He was the lead vocalist of Marillion (1981–1988) and launched a solo career with Vigil in a Wilderness of Mirrors (1990). Known for theatrical delivery and poetic lyrics.

Former Marillion frontman (1981–1988); solo debut Vigil in a Wilderness of Mirrors (1990). Collaborated with Steven Wilson on Sunsets on Empire (1997). Artwork frequently by Mark Wilkinson. Reviews highlight his charismatic, humorous live presence and Scottish identity.

Reviews celebrate Fish’s powerful, theatrical voice and magnetic stage presence. Live sets mix solo material with Marillion-era classics, delivered with humor and grit. Sunsets on Empire stands out for its guitars and Steven Wilson’s touch; Vigil in a Wilderness of Mirrors is hailed as a standout debut. Overall tone: admiring and nostalgic.