Post Tagged with: "Progressive Rock"

The Song That Made Pink Floyd's 'Momentary Lapse of Reason' Worthwhile

The Song That Made Pink Floyd’s ‘Momentary Lapse of Reason’ Worthwhile

Pink Floyd’s dream-like “Yet Another Movie” is a rare high point from the transitional ‘Momentary Lapse of Reason,’ released 35 years ago today.

How Brian Eno Made a Triumphant Return to Rock With 'Nerve Net'

How Brian Eno Made a Triumphant Return to Rock With ‘Nerve Net’

All of Brian Eno’s strikingly varied experience was brought to bear 30 years ago this week with an LP that was both booty wagging and intelligent.

Derek Sherinian - 'Vortex' (2022)

Derek Sherinian – ‘Vortex’ (2022)

For those who favor fire-breathing fusion as their progressive music of choice, ex-Dream Theater member Derek Sherinian’s ‘Vortex’ nicely fits the bill.

Cymbalic Encounters - 'Cerulean Cathedral' (2022)

Cymbalic Encounters – ‘Cerulean Cathedral’ (2022)

Cymbalic Encounters’ latest prog-rock/jazz collaboration with Brand X players Percy Jones and John Goodsall finds a delightful and always gamboled groove.

Zan Zone - 'Start Where You Stand' (2022)

Zan Zone – ‘Start Where You Stand’ (2022)

Zan Zone’s ‘Start Where You Stand’ is an often Wishbone Ash-esque guitar-rock album that just gets things right.

Bethlehem Asylum - 'Bethlehem Asylum / Commit Yourself' (1970-71; 2022 reissue)

Bethlehem Asylum – ‘Bethlehem Asylum / Commit Yourself’ (1970-71; 2022 reissue)

Bethlehem Asylum’s two early-’70s Ampex albums offer a wonderfully weird look back into the musical mayhem once found in hip record-store racks.

Flash [Featuring Yes Co-Founder Peter Banks] - 'In the USA Live 1972-73' (2022)

Flash [Featuring Yes Co-Founder Peter Banks] – ‘In the USA Live 1972-73’ (2022)

‘In the USA: Live Recordings 1972-73′ collects more rare and unheard concert material from ex-Yes guitarist Peter Banks’ subsequent band Flash.

How the Fixx Refused to Pander on 'Beautiful Friction'

How the Fixx Refused to Pander on ‘Beautiful Friction’

The Fixx’s ‘Beautiful Friction’ arrived 10 years ago this week as testament to a band unafraid to follow its muse.

Tony Levin, Jerry Marotta, Pat Mastelotto, David Torn + Others - 'Through the Wire' (2022)

Tony Levin, Jerry Marotta, Pat Mastelotto, David Torn + Others – ‘Through the Wire’ (2022)

Tony Levin, Pat Mastelotto, David Torn and others spent two years creating ‘Through the Wire,’ a tribute to the “artistry and humanity” of Peter Gabriel.

Ben Craven, Mark Wade Trio, Joe Bailey + Others: Preston Frazier's Best of 2022 (So Far)

Ben Craven, Mark Wade Trio, Joe Bailey + Others: Preston Frazier’s Best of 2022 (So Far)

Preston Frazier’s Best of 2022 (So Far) includes records from Ben Craven, Mark Wade Trio, Joe Bailey and others.