Prog

Since its arrival at the tail end of the 60s progressive rock has offered the world some of the most fascinating music ever heard, in varying guises over the years. Prog magazine brings you the stories behind the people who create these astounding sounds and amazing music, be they the classic originators such as Genesis, Pink Floyd and Yes, to the 80s revivalists such as Marillion and IQ, all the way through to those musicians today who have done so much to help rejuvenate the genre such as Muse, Radiohead, Steven Wilson, Opeth and Anathema. In depth and behind the scenes stories of classic albums and tours sit side by side with widespread coverage of what‘s happening at today’s cutting edge of progressive music.

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TILLISON GOES SOLO ON NEW TANGENT LP • While the rest of the band are out on the road with other projects, Andy Tillison takes the reigns and records latest album on his own.

JOHN CARPENTER GOES INTO THE DARK • The classic imagery of film noir inspires new album Lost Themes IV: Noir.

PORTALS FESTIVAL 2024 LINE-UP IS ANNOUNCED • This Will Destroy You and If These Trees Could Talk top bill.

KAVUS TORABI OPENS THIRD EYE • Psychedelic musician goes foraging for the magic ingredient on his new album.

MARJANA SEMKINA KICKSTARTS ALBUM • Iamthemorning vocalist takes the indie plunge for forthcoming solo record, Sirin.

RENDEZVOUS POINT LOOK INWARD ON THIRD ALBUM • Norwegians ponder the nature of artistic achievement.

PALLBEARER CARRY NEW APPROACH • Arkansas prog-doom quartet are inspired by Peter Gabriel and Talk Talk on new collection.

ALCEST HUNT FOR THE SWEET SPOT • Atmospheric French duo go in search of balance on their upcoming album.

EYE LOOKS AWAY FROM MWWB WITH DEBUT ALBUM • Singer Jessica Ball moves into dreamy but still heavy realms.

FAD GADGETS • Rhodri Marsden on three of the latest must-have gizmos currently putting the prog in progress.

WOLFGANG VAN HALEN • Though they initially shook him up, the Mammoth WVH guitarist now gets into the groove with the polyrhythmic Meshuggah.

THE BEGGS SISTERS • Elegant harmonies, heartfelt lyrics, folky melodies and a must-have bassist.

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NORTHODOXIAN • Faith and devotion are examined through atheist eyes by Estonian quartet who blend sacred music with prog rock.

LARGE PLANTS • Wolf People alumnus pens psychedelic love letters to British folk and psych.

US, THEM & YOU • What got us all grooving this month…

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THE BARDIC DEPTHS • Literary lyrics and thoughtful music that wouldn’t exist without Big Big Train.

SQUEAKY FEET • Quirky, upbeat jam band who don’t shy away from getting weird.

Q&A RANDY McSTINE • From sharing the stage with Porcupine Tree to embracing the challenge of standing alone in the spotlight, the American guitarist discusses building a fanbase, feeling like a spectator, and the tug of war between pessimism and adventure.

Bursting Out! How Jethro Tull Conquered The US • In 1969, Jethro Tull embarked on their first great American adventure. Within the space of a few short years, they would swap modest-sized stages for packed-out shows at Madison Square Garden and Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Ian Anderson and...