Author Archives: shaycheznous

Heavy Montréal: Impressions, Expressions, and Things in Between (Day 2 of 2)

Posted on August 6, 2019 by shaycheznous

(CONTENT WARNING: Explicit language in a few spots) As a neophyte both to the festival and most of the artists involved, I got lost in the music, which is high praise. Each day is listed in the order that the … Continue reading →

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Heavy Montréal: Impressions, Expressions, and Things in Between (Day 1 of 2)

Posted on August 6, 2019 by shaycheznous

(CONTENT WARNING: Explicit language in a few spots) As a neophyte both to the festival and most of the artists involved, I got lost in the music, which is high praise. Each day is listed in the order that the … Continue reading →

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iamthemorning – “The Bell”

Posted on July 25, 2019 by shaycheznous

Sad songs are assumed to be sad by definition. Sadness, though, can mask deeper feelings, maintaining a semblance of composure in the face of self-annihilation. iamthemorning’s fourth album, The Bell, is more than its description as a song cycle of … Continue reading →

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PMP takes on Heavy Montréal

Posted on July 23, 2019 by shaycheznous

After Matt’s coverage of ProgPower, Progressive Music Planet takes on a new contender! Unfortunately, Wacken and Tuska were not viable options. Both too far away, and too expensive for this reviewer to get to, festival-wise. (Maybe another time?) But, North … Continue reading →

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Nad Sylvan – “The Regal Bastard”

Posted on July 2, 2019 by shaycheznous

A lot of talk gets bandied about regarding the evolution of prog and its current state. Between die-hard purists bemoaning “it’s not what it used to be”, and an ongoing influx of acts bringing in newer influences, discussions can get … Continue reading →

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