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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For the Unbelonging
Ep - 5 Tracks - Released December 12, 2025

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AGAYAN
Airbag
Aksak Maboul
Alive In Stone
Anthriel
Apex Ten
Archive
Arctic Wave
Arky Waters
Attila
Baby Sleep Music
Between The Buried And Me
BreakingRules
Camel
Chris Maragoth
Crash Richard
Crispin Earl
Damian Wilson
Diorama
Dream Theater
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Endgame
Eternal Raijin
Exit
Eyal Levi
Freakin' Disco
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Guiem Soldevila
Hrvrd
Jethro Tull
Jimi Jamison
Josh Freese
Jukka Nissinen
Kristóf Hajós
MES
Marillion
Mated
Med Meks
Mirai
Mohini Dey
Music Within
Naoya Ogura
Nathan James
Nick D'Virgilio
Nightingale
Ningen Isu
No Soul Society
Nobuo Uematsu
Nue
Oceans in Silhouette
PLUTO
Papyrus da Batata
Parvaaz
Peter Daltrey
Peter Goalby
Piano Tribute Players
Point North
Quatermass III
Ramol
Redemption
Rubber Band Gun
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Shadows Of Earth
Spock's Beard
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Starmen
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The Deccan Traps
The Loud
The Tamers
The Vanished People
TheUnbornBand
Tigran Hamasyan
Tim Lefebvre
Transgalactica
Vangelis
Various Artists
Velvet Trip
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WHITE GALLOWS
White Noise Baby Sleep
Will Wells
Work of Wolves
XROSS
Yes
all things break
never goodbye
silver biplanes
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Radiohead
Sleep Token
Pink Floyd
Phil Collins
Dire Straits
Led Zeppelin
Pierce The Veil
Muse
Skillet
Electric Light Orchestra
TOOL
Soundgarden
The Outfield
Supertramp
Airbag
Genesis
Dave Matthews Band
Kansas
White Noise Baby Sleep
Rush
STARSET
Asking Alexandria
Gerry Rafferty
Cúpula
Peter Gabriel
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Faith No More
XROSS
Blue Öyster Cult
Rain City Drive
Meat Loaf
Chris Martin
Sheena Ringo
Manchester Orchestra
The Alan Parsons Project
Yes
Vangelis
Alan Sutton y las criaturitas de la ansiedad
Polyphia
Freddie Mercury
Dream Theater
Coheed and Cambria
Son Feci Bisiklet
Derek & The Dominos
Cold Chisel
Nobuo Uematsu
PLUTO
The Commanders
Sweet
Marillion
Styx
Mike Oldfield
Segah
Jethro Tull
The Moody Blues
Puscifer
David Gilmour
Ten Years After
Point North
Robert Plant
The Mars Volta
Heaven Pierce Her
Hail The Sun
Porcupine Tree
Manfred Mann's Earth Band
Rubyeye
Asia
Jeff Beck
Glass Beams
The Vanished People
13 Killoki
.Feast
King Crimson
Frank Zappa
Dexter and The Moonrocks
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Dzem
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Sleep Theory
Roger Waters
Golden Earring
Steven Wilson
Katatonia
Sui Generis
Eloy
The Buttress
UFO
Tailormade Rain
Kroi
Klinac
Piano Tribute Players
Jim Morrison
Explosions In The Sky
Myles Kennedy
ron quixote
Tangerine Dream
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MIND
Uriah Heep
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