Category Archives: modern prog

Leprous – “Malina”

Posted on July 28, 2017 by

I got into Leprous right after they released “Bilateral.” The album completely blew me away. The band itself were so tight and the music had plenty of twists and turns. But they also knew the importance of melody. They have … Continue reading →

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Von Hertzen Brothers sign worldwide deal with Mascot Records

Posted on July 6, 2017 by

One of my favorite modern prog bands has signed with Mascot Records. Hopefully, this will lead to great things for the Von Hertzen Brothers! Here’s the press release: Mascot Records are thrilled to announce the signing of one of Finland’s … Continue reading →

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Amarok – “Hunt”

Posted on June 26, 2017 by

Amarok is the prog project of Polish multi-instrumentalist Michał Wojtas. What caught my attention about this album was that Mariusz Duda of Riverside provides vocals on a track, “Idyll.” Needless to say, that track is worth the price of admission … Continue reading →

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Sólstafir – “Berdreyminn”

Posted on June 2, 2017 by

Sólstafir are a special band to me. Very few bands can evoke so much atmosphere, imagery and power all while singing in a language (Icelandic) that I don’t understand. I was very excited to hear their latest album “Berdreyminn” because … Continue reading →

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Tom Slatter – “Happy People”

Posted on February 21, 2017 by

When last I checked in with my buddy Tom Slatter, he was having problems with alien creatures and other oddities on “Fit the Fourth.” It was a confusing album for a basic American idiot such as myself. But undaunted by … Continue reading →

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Il Paradiso degli Orchi – “Il Corponauta”

Posted on February 21, 2017 by

Il Paradiso degli Orchi are back with their second album “Il Corponauta.” Il Paradiso degli Orchi play a blend of modern prog steeped in Rock Progressivo Italiano. The band are all great musicians and “Il Corponauta” is filled with amazing … Continue reading →

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The Mute Gods – “Tardigrades Will Inherit the Earth”

Posted on February 10, 2017 by

The Mute Gods are back with their second album in just over a year’s time. While I liked parts of their debut “Do Nothing till You Hear from Me,” it had some clear flaws and the song writing was not … Continue reading →

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