Lets face it: everyone, on a fundamental level, knows that music awards shows are a joke. Most of the time it’s just a popularity contest instead of some objective measure of quality or influence. The judges are often out of touch; case in point, the year that Tenacious D, who I love dearly but know … Continue reading
Originally published on cirdecsongs.com, Part 1 of the Bands of Progtoberfest series Being an opening act isn’t easy. The first band on stage is there to warm up the crowd and prepare them for an evening of musical entertainment. Their notes establish the evening’s tone, and could ultimately determine just how engaged the audience will … Continue reading
Today is International Women’s Day! Last September, I wrote a piece about how progressive rock and metal both carry the stereotype of being mostly male dominated genres, among both fanbase and artist. However, women have long been a part of progressive music. There are so many boundary-pushing female artists that have made progressive rock what … Continue reading
A year ago, we lost prog luminary John Wetton to cancer. His work with King Crimson, Asia, Roxy Music, and countless other acts will not be forgotten. Fernando Perdomo, solo artist and guitarist for the Dave Kerzner Band, has released a new tribute track on behalf of the Wetton family. Here is the press release. … Continue reading
Prog Redemption is a special Proglodytes series for albums that didn’t get the respect they deserved in their time. The Shaming of the True is considered to be a masterpiece among many progressive rock musicians and critics, but I still run into people all the time that are unfamiliar with this work of art. So, I … Continue reading
Each year, the Proglodytes gather around the campfire and discuss what they thought were the best albums of 2017. We tried not to include any repeats. Thomas Pain of Salvation- In the Passing Light of Day I have been following Pain of Salvation since their debut in the late 90s. Their latest, In the Passing Light … Continue reading
I am slowly learning to accept the new King Crimson. As I have said in the past, this latest incarnation of the legendary band has not grabbed me the way previous lineups have. After three-plus years, this new beast may finally be getting through. I’ll be the first to admit my “Belew Bias” may have … Continue reading
