Monthly Archives: April 2017

Lonely Robot – “The Big Dream”

Posted on April 14, 2017 by Rob

John Mitchell is THE most underrated prog musician on the planet. There, I said it. The man is not only a great guitarist but also a talented songwriter, mixer, producer, arranger and I LOVE his husky and distinct vocal style. … Continue reading →

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Mastodon – “Emperor of Sand”

Posted on April 13, 2017 by Rob

I don’t expect this review to convert any new fans nor sway any old fans who either cry over the band’s evolution or want them to copy “Crack the Skye.” Mastodon has entered the same level of scrutiny of bands … Continue reading →

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2017 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees YES Featuring JON ANDERSON, TREVOR RABIN, RICK WAKEMAN ANNOUNCE ADDITIONAL NORTH AMERICAN TOUR DATES

Posted on April 12, 2017 by Rob

More dates announced below! PHILADELPHIA, PA (April 12, 2017) – YES Featuring Jon Anderson, Trevor Rabin, Rick Wakeman have added additional dates to their recently announced 2017 North American tour. The newly confirmed dates include: Tue/Aug-29 Friant, CA Table Mountain … Continue reading →

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Ayreon – “The Source “

Posted on April 11, 2017 by Rob

First off, I need to give you some context for this review. I have had a “hot and cold” relationship with Arjen Lucassen’s music. On the positive side, I love Guilt Machine and the last Star One album. I would … Continue reading →

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2017 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees YES Featuring JON ANDERSON, TREVOR RABIN, RICK WAKEMAN ANNOUNCE NORTH AMERICAN TOUR

Posted on April 11, 2017 by Rob

The key to this is that ARW is now using the YES name!! Press Release:   Monday, April 10, 2017.   2017 Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Inductees YES Featuring JON ANDERSON, TREVOR RABIN, RICK WAKEMAN ANNOUNCE NORTH AMERICAN … Continue reading →

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Haunting Skies – “Into the Ether”

Posted on April 6, 2017 by Rob

Haunting Skies are an American prog metal band with plenty of musical talent. The band can definitely play. The riffs on their album “Into the Ether” are solid from the opening of “Manifestation.” The problem I have with the album … Continue reading →

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Cosmosquad – “The Morbid Tango”

Posted on April 6, 2017 by thenihilistchamber

I was reared on the instrumental guitar album, and it is this style that in many ways informed my initial dive into progressive rock and metal. As a musician, an active listener, and an analyst (for better or worse), there … Continue reading →

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IT – “We’re All In This Together”

Posted on April 4, 2017 by Rob

IT are a UK prog band that remind me a LOT of fellow neo-proggers Pallas, Galahad, Arena and, to a lesser extent, IQ. If you had told me this was a new Pallas album, honestly I would have believed you. … Continue reading →

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The Bob Lazar Story – “Baritonia”

Posted on April 3, 2017 by Rob

Back in October of 2015, I reviewed the last release by New Zealand’s The Bob Lazar Story. “Self-Loathing Joe” was an odd EP by a very talented duo. My main complaint about that EP was that it was just an … Continue reading →

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