Progressive Rock

Progressive rock emerged in the late 1960s as a fusion of classical, jazz, and folk elements with the energy of rock music. Characterized by complex compositions, lengthy song structures, and conceptual themes, progressive rock often features intricate instrumental passages, elaborate vocal harmonies, and experimental use of electronic keyboards and synthesizers. Originating in the UK, the genre gained popularity in the 1970s with the rise of iconic bands, influencing a wide range of musical styles, from art rock to heavy metal. Progressive rock's emphasis on musical virtuosity, lyrical depth, and conceptual storytelling set it apart from other rock genres, appealing to fans seeking a more sophisticated and immersive listening experience. This genre's innovative spirit and eclecticism have made it a lasting force in rock music, with its influence still evident in contemporary music today.

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1000 Steps
3-ий Январь
About Monsters
Anova Skyway
Archive
Arctic Wave
Astraya
Autodidactic Studios
Baby Sleep Music
Bear Ghost
Beinir
Bruce Soord
Burning Lake
Cavedoll
Crippled Black Phoenix
Crispin Earl
Crown Lands
Dance Gavin Dance
Deep Purple
Demir Demirkan
Dennis Atlas
Devin Townsend
Diorama
EMPERORS & ANGELS
Einar Solberg
Emma Harner
Eternal Raijin
Evergrey
FIGHTMASTER
Fernando
Fraction
Frank Zappa
Fu
GRAVITY
Golden Earring
Horse Lords
Jack Bruce
Jethro
Jethro Tull
John Palumbo
Johnny Stranger
Judge Smith
KOWA
Linger
Litfiba
Lunatic Soul
MIRADOR
Martin Barre
Matteo Mancuso
Menezes
Moon Walker
Muse
Nathan James
No More Lullabies
No U Turn
Nobuo Uematsu
Oh Hiroshima
Papyrus da Batata
Pera
Peter Gabriel
Piano Tribute Players
Plini
Port Noir
RPWL
Reckoner
Rubber Band Gun
SLIFT
SPLIT
Saga
Samtar
Son Feci Bisiklet
Spencer Krug
TK from Ling tosite sigure
Talk in waves
Tax Free
The Almas
The Blackwater Fever
The Gatekeepers
The M
The Neptune Power Federation
The Rabbit Council
The Roster
The Tamers
The Vanished People
TheUnbornBand
Trey Patton
UFO
Underground
Vanderwolf
Various Artists
WITCH
White Noise Baby Sleep
Who on Earth
Wish
Yes
ZOCO
all things break
diamond*
never goodbye
МЕЗАМЕР
Radiohead
Queen
Sleep Token
Pink Floyd
Phil Collins
Dire Straits
Led Zeppelin
Pierce The Veil
Skillet
Muse
Ghost
Electric Light Orchestra
Caifanes
TOOL
The Outfield
Soundgarden
Supertramp
Genesis
Deep Purple
White Noise Baby Sleep
Chris Rainbow
Kansas
Rush
Masayoshi Takanaka
Dance Gavin Dance
Gerry Rafferty
Asking Alexandria
Tax Free
A Perfect Circle
Bello&Dallas
Peter Gabriel
XROSS
NOTHING MORE
The Alan Parsons Project
Faith No More
Blue Öyster Cult
Manchester Orchestra
Rain City Drive
Sān-Z
Yes
Chris Martin
Meat Loaf
Roxy Music
Polyphia
Alan Sutton y las criaturitas de la ansiedad
Vangelis
Derek & The Dominos
Dream Theater
Ambrosia
Freddie Mercury
Coheed and Cambria
Cold Chisel
TK from Ling tosite sigure
PLUTO
Rainbow
Nobuo Uematsu
Sweet
Marillion
Mike Oldfield
Styx
Segah
Son Feci Bisiklet
Puscifer
The Moody Blues
Million Eyes
Jethro Tull
David Gilmour
Point North
The Mars Volta
Robert Plant
Asia
Cúpula
Ten Years After
Heaven Pierce Her
Porcupine Tree
Hail The Sun
Manfred Mann's Earth Band
Rubyeye
Glass Beams
Jeff Beck
.Feast
The Vanished People
Karnivool
Frank Zappa
Loverboy
King Crimson
Sleep Theory
Boîte noire
Golden Earring
Roger Waters
Moon Walker
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Pera
SWEET SPINE
Cavedoll
Acid Black Cherry
Sui Generis
Steven Wilson
Phish
Katatonia