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I think you’re really going to like this one, Steve. It might be their best yet!

Have you heard Lyle Workman’s Uncommon Measures that just came out? Orchestral fusion with ripping licks from Lyle - truly exceptional stuff! And if it interests you, be sure to watch the few...

I played this album to death when I first got it, and I’ve revisited many times since. Brilliant progressive pop with extremely tasty keys, as you can imagine. I also feel that he’s a fine singer,...

This absolutely breaks my heart. I probably have more Keith Jarrett albums than any other artist in my collection, and I’ve often thought that, if I were able to possess the talent of only one...

Great album! I’ve seen Jim A. in different configurations many times, primarily with jazz quartet Organissimo, and his keyboard playing is always top notch. I was quite fired up when I heard he was...

Really enjoying Handmade Cities. I agree with the Vai reference, and I hear some really original directions with some of the songs, especially Electric Sunrise - - -

There’s still nothing quite like listening to an ECM album on CD or vinyl on a quality music system - - -

It’s really difficult to narrow these down to a reasonable number. Here are just a few of my favorites:

Nik Bartsch’s Romin - Holon
Stefanano Battaglia - Re: Pasolini
Stefano Bollani - Stone in...

Have you found any more camples for Kenner? What you included was outstanding!

Both of these are excellent Alan! Will be picking up Umpfel shortly and Kenner when it releases. Thanks so much for your post; I've been looking for something a little more exciting than what I've...

Other than Keith Emerson (my first keyboard hero back in the late 60’s), no other musician’s death left me with such profound, painful sadness as the passing of Allan Holdsworth. He was truly in a...

In Blau was my introduction to Anyone's Daughter, and it remains my favorite. Played this one over and over when I first got it - time to revisit - - - -

I like the idea of Tom Brislin joining Kansas, but frankly I would’ve been even more encouraged to hear that there was a new Brislin solo effort coming out. I played Hurry Up and Smell the Roses...

This CD has been getting heavy rotation in my player, and, yes, I hear the David Sancious allusion, but maybe a bit heftier. Outstanding musicianship all around and creative compositions. If you...

Dean Watson has done it again with his latest effort, Track of Days, a 53-minute slice of prog/fusion heaven. His previous album, Sum of Parts, soon became one of my favorite albums in this genre,...

I can't argue with your assessment one bit. It's that "straddling the prog and fusion fence" that really appeals to me. His chord progressions are never stale. and his solos, whether it be guitar...

This might be my favorite album of 2018. The iamthemorning cd’s only scratch the surface of what Gleb is capable of at the piano, in particular. The sheer virtuosity and variety of this music took...

I'll be seriously missing the opportunity to see the band tomorrow at Reggie's in Chicago, but a tragedy like this has got to be heartbreaking for Simon. I have to believe a whole lot of outstanding...

If you've heard Tom Brislin's solo album then you understand what a progressive pop talent he is, too. Excellent songwriting, outstanding vocals, and of course. great keys - - -
I for one would...

Love this album! I agree with the Camel comparisons - - time to give it another spin - - - - -

Sum of Parts is at the top of my list for 2017. As good as the guitar and keyboard soloing is on this album, it's the compositions that stand out - - the very definition of prog-fusion (if there is...

November 15th in Ann Arbor!

I agree that this was a truly impressive and enjoyable line-up. Progger, Lost World Band, Echoes of Giants, and Five of the Eyes were the biggest “pleasant surprises” for me. I had high...

One of my biggest surprises and favorite bands from the whole weekend!

More really excellent stuff, Dean! Will this be part of a new album release any time soon? If so, I’m in!

Please keep ‘em coming, Dean! Your CD’s have become an autobuy for me!

i have absolutely worn out Sum of Parts! Dean's latest hits every one of my prog/fusion buttons - - fantastic stuff, and probably my favorite of 2017 so far!

This is encouraging news! I've been a David Sancious fan ever since being blown away by the True Stories album so many years ago - - - -

Big fan of Barock Project - - I've got all their albums and enjoy every one. They keep refining their sound, and the production values on Detachment are up a notch as well. Outstanding...

Now this has me looking forward to ROSfest 2018 already! Barock Project is an excellent Italian band - - great ensemble playing, with outstanding musicianship all around. Their keyboard player has...

This was an excellent show and worth far more than the $12 we paid. All 3 bands were impressive in very different ways, but that was part of what made the show so enjoyable. If you like any of...

I really enjoyed her first effort, so I really need to check this out - - -

You can lean on me, Geezer, but I might be sitting down at the time! Too many good, eclectic band selections not to go, IMHO - - -

What's the date for the Tauk show in GR?

I'll third this motion. We really need an album from these guys!

He brought me Kamasi Washington's The Epic, so I'd have to say he was pretty damn nice!

Wow - - I gotta get me some of this stuff!

Pretty much my take on this show too, Steve, although I was not familiar with the Symphony X back catalogue. ALL the musicians in this bad are stellar, and even though I'm not generally that much of...

Jeff Beck's - Cause we ended as Lovers on blow by Blow
David Sancious and Tone - True Stories, Ever The Same - all of the beautiful vocal passages get me every time.

Really happy to see these...

They are an outstanding band, both live and recorded. I would highly recommend going on YouTube and watching them perform their "live in the studio" cuts from We Like It Here." The keyboard solo on...

Small Faces - - Ogden's Nut Gone Flake (Happiness Stan)

Since when are genres mutually exclusive? I love genre hybrids! This is how we often get "new" genres in the first place - - -

Love this thread!:yell:good

It's presently available for listening in its entirety on Progstreaming - - - - - ordered! - - - Jeff

Brazilian symph prog band Sagrado Coracao da Terra are led by the sinuous violin of Marcus Viana, especially on Grande Espirito - - - - - Jeff
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qTJJ3Jm_wC4

Absolutely monstrous player! His double live set from 2002 (featuring Chris Thile on mandolin) is sensational - - - - - Jeff

This is terribly sad news, Steve. I got to meet Kay at ROSfest, and it was readily clear why you two were together. She was a great match (and foil) for you, and I can only imagine how much you...

I'm with you - - - - - Jeff

Couldn't agree more. I played that first album to death back in the day, and I still pull it out once in a while. Kooper wasn't the greatest vocalist in the world, but those songs were terrifically...

Got my ticket for both days already. Looking forward to the whole thing! - - - - - Jeff

I liked this CD from the moment I put it on - - it never had to "grow" on me. The focus on melody and band interplay make this a truly enjoyable listen. Not that the chops aren't there; far from it!...

I remember someone quoting EVH, saying, "Holdsworth is God!"

I first saw JB in about 1966 with the Yardbirds, with Jimmy Page on bass! A kid I was with told me, "The guy on bass is a better guitar player than Beck!" I believe my reply was something like,...

Mindflower - - Little Enchanted Void

I've watched this documentary twice, and I continue to be impressed by Scott's self-effacing manner. He's serious about what he's dong, and he seems to be completely comfortable with the fact that...

Personally, I don't think Alan White even comes close to the drumming that Bruford brought to Yes - - - but then, maybe that's the point. But Bruford brought a subtly, touch, and funk that White...

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I like this CD a lot, and I return to it when I need a soothing, pleasing listen punctuated by DG's soaring leads. Having Crosby and Nash providing some harmony vocals wasn't a bad idea either. ...

Lord.....have.....Mercy!

Love what I'm hearing at Bandcamp. This is a must buy!