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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Little Man
Single - Released May 19, 2026

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1000 Steps
3-ий Январь
About Monsters
Amongst Liars
Anova Skyway
Archive
Arctic Wave
Astraya
Autodidactic Studios
Aziola Cry
Baby Sleep Music
Bear Ghost
Bruce Soord
Burning Lake
Cavedoll
Chris Rainbow
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
Judge Smith
KOWA
Kraan
Linger
Litfiba
Lunatic Soul
MIRADOR
Martin Barre
Matteo Mancuso
Menezes
Moon Walker
Muse
Nathan James
No More Lullabies
No U Turn
Nobuo Uematsu
P&H
Palestino
Papyrus da Batata
Pera
Peter Gabriel
Piano Tribute Players
Plini
Port Noir
RPWL
Rainbow
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 Roster
The Vanished People
TheUnbornBand
Toy
Trey Patton
UFO
Underground
Vanderwolf
Various Artists
WITCH
White Noise Baby Sleep
Who on Earth
Wish
Yes
all things break
diamond*
never goodbye
МЕЗАМЕР
Radiohead
Queen
Sleep Token
Pink Floyd
Phil Collins
Led Zeppelin
Dire Straits
Pierce The Veil
Skillet
Muse
Electric Light Orchestra
Ghost
Caifanes
TOOL
Soundgarden
The Outfield
Supertramp
Genesis
Deep Purple
Kansas
Rush
Chris Rainbow
Masayoshi Takanaka
White Noise Baby Sleep
Asking Alexandria
Dance Gavin Dance
Gerry Rafferty
Bello&Dallas
Peter Gabriel
Tax Free
A Perfect Circle
The Alan Parsons Project
Faith No More
XROSS
NOTHING MORE
Blue Öyster Cult
Rain City Drive
Manchester Orchestra
Yes
Sān-Z
Meat Loaf
Chris Martin
Vangelis
Roxy Music
Alan Sutton y las criaturitas de la ansiedad
Polyphia
Ambrosia
Coheed and Cambria
Derek & The Dominos
Freddie Mercury
Dream Theater
Cold Chisel
Nobuo Uematsu
TK from Ling tosite sigure
Rainbow
PLUTO
Styx
Marillion
Sweet
Mike Oldfield
Jethro Tull
Son Feci Bisiklet
Million Eyes
Segah
Puscifer
The Moody Blues
Cúpula
Ten Years After
David Gilmour
Asia
The Mars Volta
Point North
Robert Plant
Manfred Mann's Earth Band
Porcupine Tree
Rubyeye
Hail The Sun
Heaven Pierce Her
Frank Zappa
The Vanished People
.Feast
Glass Beams
King Crimson
Loverboy
Jeff Beck
Karnivool
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Moon Walker
Boîte noire
Roger Waters
SWEET SPINE
Pera
Golden Earring
Sleep Theory
Phish
Steven Wilson
Acid Black Cherry
Katatonia
Sui Generis
Cavedoll