Three dozen bands on two stages over three days is a LOT to take in. But that’s what #Progtoberfest is all about, and that is how I spent the weekend of October 19-21 at Reggie’s Nightclub in Chicago. Progtoberfest IV — marvelously organized by Kevin Pollack — featured bands from all over the world, playing music from nearly every … 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
