As a fan of unique and original music I’m always looking for new artists and acts that challenge me and push the envelope. At Progtoberfest 2018, Lovely Little Girls was one such band. Their music was equally melodious and jarring- like if Magma did a collaboration with the B-52s, or if Jello Biafra sang for … Continue reading
Seaprog is a progressive music festival that takes place each year in Seattle. Each festival, over time, has gained a theme or prevailing atmosphere. Seaprog is one of the most adventurous and experimental lineups of all of the American festivals. Since their first Seaprog event five years ago, they’ve consistently highlighted bands that buck convention … 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
We are truly honored to feature Cheer-Accident, one of the few bands that truly defies description, here at Proglodytes. Cheer-Accident was founded by multi-instrumentalist Thymme Jones in 1981, and has been one of the most influential groups in the American musical avant-garde movement ever since. With 19 studio albums and having inspired countless bands and … Continue reading
Last year, one of the most impressive concerts I saw was the Dragon Drop/Cheer Accident/Free Salamander Exhibit show in Indianapolis. I was particularly impressed by Cheer Accident, a band I had heard of for many years but never given enough attention to, partially because of their immense discography and almost 40 years of material. They … Continue reading
