There are several modern collaborative groups between popular progressive musicians-“supergroups”, if you will- that have created really stellar music, among them Flying Colors, Transatlantic, OSI (to name a few). However, for me, the primary consideration for the success of a group of this type is: if you were to hear this group without knowing the … Continue reading
Opening for a legendary band when you are a relative unknown can be something of a double-edged sword. On the one hand, you are likely to be able to perform in front of significantly more people than you otherwise might have the opportunity to do, but on the other hand, the audience in attendance is … Continue reading
Major Parkinson is undeniably of the most unique and refreshing acts in modern progressive music. With a style that is beyond description, and a cinematic quality that makes even the most subtle song sound larger than life, Major Parkinson’s bizarre blend of styles is a beautiful and jarring assault on the senses. Major Parkinson’s latest … Continue reading
I don’t feel like it’s too much to say that Gazpacho is one of the most important modern progressive bands. In a genre that, despite the name “progressive”, can be self defeating, Gazpacho truly seeks to push the envelope, both conceptually and musically. Over the last few years, they’ve refined a specific sound- atmospheric, haunting … Continue reading
When I first heard that Utopia was reuniting and going on tour, I promised myself I’d buy a ticket. Many fans of Utopia wondered if they’d ever get to see them tour again, after their seemingly indefinite hiatus. The current lineup consists of “original” members Todd Rundgren, Kasim Sulton, and Willie Wilcox, as well as new … Continue reading
I have a vision about how English glam rockers, The Darkness, came to be. It involves brothers Justin and Dan Hawkins (lead vocals and guitars, respectively) sitting at home, enjoying some liquid refreshment and watching the classic comedy “Spinal Tap”. Daniel: “Oi, Justin, this is the funniest [expletive deleted] movie I think I’ve ever seen!” … Continue reading
About 20 years ago, 5 teenage boys (including myself) took the stage at the South Junior High School talent show. I was the drummer/backup singer, and was about to make my first public performance. We had been rehearsing “Hotel California” for several weeks and were eager to perform. In the end, our lead vocalist sang … Continue reading
