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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The Quiet Part
Single - Released December 12, 2025

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AGAYAN
Airbag
Aksak Maboul
American Standard
Anthriel
Apex Ten
Arctic Wave
Arky Waters
Asia
Attila
Baby Sleep Music
Between The Buried And Me
BreakingRules
Camel
Chris Maragoth
Crash Richard
Crispin Earl
Damian Wilson
Diorama
Dream Theater
Dyssidia
Endgame
Exit
Eyal Levi
Freakin' Disco
GRAVITY
Grizzly
Hrvrd
Jethro Tull
Jimi Jamison
Josh Freese
Jukka Nissinen
Long Distance Calling
Luigi Scialdone
Lydia Can't Breathe
MES
Marillion
Mated
Med Meks
Mirai
Mohini Dey
Music Within
Naoya Ogura
Nathan James
Nick D'Virgilio
Nightingale
No Soul Society
Nobuo Uematsu
Nue
Oceans in Silhouette
PLUTO
Papyrus da Batata
Parvaaz
Peter Daltrey
Peter Goalby
Phoenix Wise & The Resistance
Piano Tribute Players
Pink Floyd
Port Noir
Quatermass III
Redemption
Roxy Music
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STAiR
Sarpsborg 08
Sectas
Shadows Of Earth
Soen
Spock's Beard
Sputnik the Band
Starmen
Steve Howe
TesseracT
The Birch
The Deccan Traps
The Loud
TheUnbornBand
Tigran Hamasyan
Tim Lefebvre
Transgalactica
Vangelis
Various Artists
Velvet Trip
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WHITE GALLOWS
WITCH
White Noise Baby Sleep
Will Wells
Wolverine
Work of Wolves
XROSS
Yes
all things break
never goodbye
silver biplanes
Азон
Мармеладов
Фрай
Энш
Radiohead
Sleep Token
Pink Floyd
Phil Collins
Dire Straits
Led Zeppelin
Pierce The Veil
Muse
Skillet
Electric Light Orchestra
TOOL
The Outfield
Soundgarden
Supertramp
Genesis
White Noise Baby Sleep
Kansas
Dave Matthews Band
STARSET
Asking Alexandria
Gerry Rafferty
Rush
Cúpula
The Alan Parsons Project
Peter Gabriel
Faith No More
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XROSS
Blue Öyster Cult
Rain City Drive
Meat Loaf
Chris Martin
Yes
Sheena Ringo
Manchester Orchestra
Polyphia
Vangelis
Alan Sutton y las criaturitas de la ansiedad
Roxy Music
Dream Theater
Son Feci Bisiklet
Freddie Mercury
Coheed and Cambria
Derek & The Dominos
PLUTO
Nobuo Uematsu
Cold Chisel
Styx
Mike Oldfield
The Commanders
Sweet
Marillion
Segah
The Moody Blues
Jethro Tull
Puscifer
David Gilmour
Ten Years After
Asia
Point North
Robert Plant
The Mars Volta
Hail The Sun
Heaven Pierce Her
Rubyeye
Porcupine Tree
Manfred Mann's Earth Band
Frank Zappa
King Crimson
13 Killoki
The Vanished People
Glass Beams
Dexter and The Moonrocks
Jeff Beck
.Feast
Sleep Theory
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Dzem
Roger Waters
Golden Earring
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Steven Wilson
Sui Generis
Katatonia
The Buttress
Piano Tribute Players
Tailormade Rain
Klinac
UFO
Eloy
MIND
Jim Morrison
Nue
Explosions In The Sky
Jethro
VOLA
Uriah Heep
Tangerine Dream
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