Focus founder Thijs Van Leer recently made headlines when he stated in an interview in the new issue of British publication Prog Magazine that “All…
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Angel Romero has been writing about progressive music and world music for many years. Publications include Eurock (USA), Marquee (Japan), and Nuevas Músicas (Spain). He founded the websites progressiverockcentral.com and worldmusiccentral.org. Angel also produced Musica NA, a music show for TVE (Spain) featuring fusion, avant-garde, world music, new age and electronic artists.
Mesmeric Electron Birth
Steve Roach – Electron Birth (Timeroom Editions, 2018) Electronic music wizard Steve Roach recorded Electron Birth in front of a live audience during a remarkable…
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The John Irvine Band’s Finely Crafted Progressive Jazz-Rock
The John Irvine Band – Metaphysical Attractions (John Irvine, 2018) John Irvine is an excellent Scottish guitarist and composer inspired by some of the leading…
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Wonderful Return of The Gardening Club
The Gardening Club – “The Riddle” (Gonzo, 2018) Progressive rock band The Gardening Club recorded its new album at producer and guitarist Norm Macpherson’s Garry…
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A Celebration of Progressive Rock Bass Mastery
Various Artists – A Life In Yes: The Chris Squire Tribute (Purple Pyramid, 2018) A Life In Yes: The Chris Squire Tribute honors the work…
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Roine Stolt’s Epic Alchemy and Social Conscience
Roine Stolt’s The Flower King – Manifesto of an Alchemist (Inside Out Music, 2018) Swedish guitarist, composer and progressive rock marvel Roin Stolt is a…
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Interview with Transylvanian Band Yesterdays
Yesterdays, a progressive rock band based in Transylvania, Romania, recently released Senki Madara, a fascinating recording where Hungarian traditional music meets with state of the…
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Arabs in Aspic Live At Avantgarden in Trondheim
Arabs in Aspic – Live At Avantgarden (Apollon Records, 2018) Live At Avantgarden showcases the energy and talent of Norwegian progressive rock band Arabs in…
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Dramatic Instrumental Rock
Alizarin – Cast Zenith (2018) Alizarin is an instrumental rock trio from Los Angeles. On their album Cast Zenith, the band delivers a fabulous set…
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Guitar Genius Dewa Budjana Dazzles Again
Dewa Budjana – Mahandini (Moonjune Records/Bukalapak, 2018) Indonesian guitarist Dewa Budjana continues to demonstrate why he’s one of the finest guitarists in the jazz and…
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