Monthly Archives: January 2017

Prog legend John Wetton dies at 67

Posted on January 31, 2017 by Rob

I am incredibly sad about this one. John Wetton died in his sleep at the age of 67 after a valiant battle with colon cancer. GET CHECKED, FOLKS! John Wetton meant a LOT to me. This is not to say … Continue reading →

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Nova Collective reveals details for debut album, ‘The Further Side’

Posted on January 31, 2017 by Rob

Featuring members of Between the Buried and Me, Haken, Trioscapes, Cynic; launches first single, “Dancing Machines” On March 10th, Nova Collective (featuring members of Between the Buried and Me, Haken, Trioscapes, Cynic) will release their debut album, The Further Side, … Continue reading →

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Trusties – “Untouchable”

Posted on January 29, 2017 by Rob

The band is called Trusties and yes it’s not a good name. The album is called “Untouchable” and its cover is as misleading as they come. It looks like some bleak death metal album. It’s a cool cover but the … Continue reading →

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Odd Logic – “Effigy”

Posted on January 27, 2017 by Rob

Last year, I was offered to review Odd Logic’s “Penny for Your Thoughts” album by one of their fans named Table. Yes that is indeed his name! I didn’t like the album and passed on it. After that, I saw … Continue reading →

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Ayreon releases new video, details about upcoming album “The Source”

Posted on January 27, 2017 by Rob

THE SOURCE is an exciting new chapter in the Ayreon saga, with contributions from renowned vocalists like James LaBrie (Dream Theater), Simone Simons (Epica), Floor Jansen (Nightwish), Hansi Kürsch (Blind Guardian), Tobias Sammet (Edguy, Avantasia), and Russell Allen (Symphony X). … Continue reading →

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Tim Bowness – “Lost in the Ghost Light”

Posted on January 26, 2017 by Rob

Being the lesser known half of No-Man is not an easy lease in life. But, Tim Bowness is a talent in his own right. Steven Wilson may always be more well known but there is no denying the unique vocals … Continue reading →

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Arduini / Balich – “Dawn of Ages”

Posted on January 25, 2017 by Rob

Arduini / Balich are former Fates Warning guitarist Victor Arduini and vocalist Brian Balich of Argus. The style of their debut album is far from Arduini’s roots with Fates Warning. To be fair, he left that band a long time … Continue reading →

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Mike Oldfield – “Return to Ommadawn”

Posted on January 24, 2017 by Rob

After 42 years, Mike Oldfield has released a sequel to one of his finest works. “Return to Ommadawn” is exactly that, an artist going back to revisit a beloved piece of music. This sequel has the same instrumentation, arrangements and … Continue reading →

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Sepultura – “Machine Messiah”

Posted on January 19, 2017 by Rob

I know what you’re thinking. Why is a prog site reviewing Sepultura? For one thing, I have always liked this band. For another, their new album “Machine Messiah” is actually QUITE progressive at times. It’s also a concept album but … Continue reading →

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VANGOUGH To Release Warpaint March 17th Artwork, Track Listing and Teaser Unveiled

Posted on January 19, 2017 by Rob

VANGOUGH is a three-piece, American progressive metal band. Their eclectic brand of songwriting straddles the line between the familiar and the volatile – a temperamental cocktail that invites both heavy metal fans and those seeking refuge from the beaten path. … Continue reading →

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