Turf Ascension is still sitting on my desk, unopened. Why? Because back in 2017 after Edit Peptide was released, I listened to a few samples and somehow it didn't connect. Maybe I was just in the...
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Turf Ascension is still sitting on my desk, unopened. Why? Because back in 2017 after Edit Peptide was released, I listened to a few samples and somehow it didn't connect. Maybe I was just in the...
I listen to a lot of music, progressive and otherwise. Yet throughout all those past decades of listening and being enthusiastic about many of the musicians, Neil is the only musician I'd ever...
My wife and I just frequented a grocery store that we haven't been to in ages. Hadn't seen this before, but there was NO WAY I was going to pass it up.
Cheers to Neil.
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Well said, Olias.
I'm shocked, pissed, depressed, and spent/spending a good deal of time shedding tears. I guess Neil didn't get the memo that heroes aren't supposed to die.
Just last week a...
At the risk of being obnoxious (too late?), one more post - I almost regret referring to Susie's voice as "angelic," as I'd later read a review of the album and it said the same thing. Wondering if...
OOH! Before I forget ... was the synth in Melancholy Holiday a slight tip of the hat to Vangelis? I hear it.
Man, still digging this album. Memorable, it really is. And get this... I was playing it in the car on a freeway trip back home this afternoon and I SWEAR I saw my wife tapping her foot while she...
I've been listening to this for a few days, and here are some initial thoughts.
I commend the tasteful guitar solo playing, with a very pleasing distortion that reminds me of what Justin Hayward...
If that's not Fred & Steve on keys & bass, I'll eat my hat. I suspect it is Fred on drums too?
LOVING this album!! Robert, you and your band mates are justified in being damn proud of this.
It saddens me to hear this. I have admired Kerry's bass and vocal work and it was always obvious to me how much effort, spirit, love, and dedication he put into those records. I hope it's not the...
Thanks, Neil. I'll give the album a shot.
In regards to Being Human, the version I was really enjoying last night was the live version from Forged Hand Works.
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I hadn't heard of this band before this thread. Checked out a few tunes, found them interesting. But then I came across Being Human and it grabbed me and completely threw me into a loop. I...
This 35-year fan sobbed like an idiot.
LOL, yep - that's the first one that came to my mind.
Thanks for introducing me to something new!
Just listened to Mehliana's Hungry Ghost and ... wow. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tn6gjoMUEY4
Goosebumps.
I have a soft spot for Wobbler, and really enjoyed this record. From the looks of their Facebook page, they're recording a new album. They're still alive and performing!
I'd also have to give a nod to Andy West and Ralphe Armstrong.
Saw Kansas in concert in the armpit of the western US (Wendover, Nevada) last Friday night. They were fantastic. Energetic, tight as hell, and Ronnie Platt really wailed. They did good in finding...
LOL!
Wow! Back in the 80's I saw something (maybe on PBS) where the bass and guitar players were just flying in synchronization, and it was in a college setting. I never did know what it was, but I...
That's an odd album title.
All of those videos are fun to watch. Thanks for posting. Cairo kicks/kicked butt.
Additionally- this thread has done me good, as it led me to the "discovery" of 3RDegree - which is another completely amazing thing to me. How can a band that good and that have been around for that...
An interesting question. In all honesty, I relied a lot on Progression magazine to inform me of new bands or new albums from existing bands, but I recently decided to let my re-subscription pass (a...
What in the hell? Why didn't anyone tell me that IZZ came out with a new album in 2015? Come on, people. :oops
I routinely cycle through 18 computer keyboards (and counting), and I would like to cycle through basses in the same fashion. Every different instrument (or keyboard) has something unique to offer,...
"You can pretty much pick up any instrument, and you'll still sound like you." So true. I really enjoyed that interview, and was pretty thrilled to hear that he'd started collecting basses so late...
Interesting reference in the File Under Symfo book, interbellum - thanks!
I looked for a thread on these guys, but didn't see one. If there is already one, please point me to it.
They came up on my radar after seeing their album being posted to YouTube by Prog Line. ...
Wow, didn't know this existed. Thanks! Just ordered two.
I had a thought the other day that if I had a band in need of a male vocalist, I think Carl would currently be my pick. I just really dig his sound, been a fan since Salem Hill. Funny thing, if I...
By the way, Fred- your solo in The Knight of the North honestly had me laughing out loud - that is what I do when I'm blown away. Had to re-listen to that one numerous times. Keep up the great...
Just got mine in the mail. Wow. I didn't expect to get so misty-eyed with Third Floor, but that's one of those powerful songs that I just can't seem to listen to loud enough. It all sounds...
My brother informed me of this this morning. You are in our thoughts, Chris.
Just saw this thread, immediately downloaded the album from Amazon and gave it a first pass. I'll reserve overall judgement until I give it a few more goes, but the first listen of Cosmic Blue made...
"The romantic fates of those who are ambulatory and mechanical installations are fraught with difficulty"... I crack up every time I hear that!! Gotta love prog.
Good work on the album, boys (and...
Over the years I've heard about, but have never seen, Steve do a handstand on the keyboards. Anyone have a video segment of this?
Ah, I haven't heard Holdsworth in a while. Time for Metal Fatigue. Thanks!
With Through and Through, I remember there are bits that got stuck in my mind for weeks. Bill's cool chorused guitar chords in the quiet spots of "The Comprachicos of the Mind" and how it slowly...
Yup, I was just planning on getting the CD, but then saw the T-shirt + CD combo offer, and couldn't resist! I only hope that I didn't make a mistake in ordering white instead of grey!
Is Rongey at least still making music? Seems like a lot of talent not to be put towards something...
Crud, just found this - sorry, I should have searched first. Please dismiss, unless there is any NEW news. :)
http://www.progressiveears.org/forum/showthread.php/7006-Underground-Railroad
It's been a long while, but I listened to their album "Through and Through" this morning and got goosebumps. That is a good sign. There are moments of genius on that album in my opinion.
Any...
AHAHAHAHA! I'll admit, I was temporarily horrified.
Lex Rex kicked ass.
Pre-ordered! Coolness.
Whoa, that's awesome! I hope there is footage of Steve doing a handstand on the keyboards! LOL!
However, one of my first thoughts after reading that it was just the original members was - isn't...
My wife watches The Voice, and has recently pointed out that Pharrell Williams (one of the judges) was wearing a Yes shirt. She was just watching another rerun and noticed that he was wearing a...
Just because I was listening to it heaviliy when in college and specifically remember the bitter winter cold and snow... Lyle Mays self-titled album. Every time I hear it, it puts me back there.
Wobbler kicks butt. I just wish they'd come out with another album.
IZZ RULEZZ
I watched The Shout a long time ago and don't recognize this tune, but I'm not willing to watch it again just to see if it came from the movie.
Certain parts sound too simplistic to come from Banks. Yep, I think it's a fake by someone with too much time on their hands.
That album rules. Been listening to it for 30 years, which is pretty amazing in that it makes me feel old. Love Ralphe's playing, as always.
Think I'll give it another spin today.
This. Jordan Rudess is obviously very talented, but a lot of the patches he uses really grate on my nerves.
100 pages. LOL! Cool.
I flew 830 miles to see a concert on that tour (and boy, were my arms tired- yuk yuk) - was a great show and Kansas knocked it out of the ballpark.
I hope he gives the exact same speech.