October Equus

October Equus is a Spanish avant-prog collective known for their dense, theatrical soundscapes that blend jazz, chamber music, and Rock in Opposition (RIO) intensity. Emerging from Madrid’s experimental scene, their music feels like a ritualistic collision of King Crimson’s angularity, Univers Zero’s dark chamber-rock, and zeuhl-inspired drama. The band – featuring members like keyboardist Pablo Rodríguez, drummer Víctor Rodríguez, and bassist Amélie Grelle – creates cinematic tension through complex arrangements, reeds, strings, and haunting vocals, often channeling themes of mythology and existential unease. Their releases, including *Noches Blancas, Luces Rojas* (2023) and *Permafrost* (2020), showcase their knack for brooding crescendos and improvisational fire, while live recordings like *Live At R.I.O. Festival 2014* capture their raw, communal energy. A band for listeners who want their prog with more shadows than sunshine.