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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Glimmers Continued
Album - 11 Tracks - Released January 30, 2026

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1000 Steps
5ROCK
AGAYAN
ARCHI
Acid Black Cherry
Alive In Stone
All India Radio
American Standard
AmoryOdio
Angel
Archive
Arctic Wave
Arky Waters
Asia
BEATS PER MINUTES
Baby Sleep Music
Barfeye
Bello&Dallas
Between The Buried And Me
Between Worlds
Blackrose
Burning Lake
COLDAH
Cheap Tobacco
Christmas Songs Classic
Ciepłe Brejki
Crispin Earl
Cúpula
David Cross
De Santana
Don Felder
EMPERORS & ANGELS
Elephant Gym
Emma Harner
Forget Who You Are
Fu
Ghost
Gong
Green Enkd Society
Grupo Fato
HOLOSOIL
Hasso
It's All Red
Jan Holdsworth
Kashmir
Kickdown
Lilac Kings
Love Is Colder Than Death
MES
MIND
Manchester Orchestra
March
Med Meks
Methodica
Moda de Rock
Moon Walker
Music Within
Nathan James
Nation Haven
Nobuo Uematsu
Nomy
Nue
ONE OR EIGHT
Owane
PLUTO
Panther Chan
Papyrus da Batata
Perplexion
Peter Gabriel
Piano Tribute Players
Puscifer
Ramol
Relentless Pursuit
Rubber Band Gun
Rules Man
Rush
SPLIT
Sikeen
Silent Earth
Skillet
Soen
Soft Machine
St. Jimi Sebastian Cricket Club
Stopgap Solution
TK from Ling tosite sigure
The Lionx
The Vanished People
This Mad Desire
Tigran Hamasyan
Various Artists
Varra
Velvet Trip
Waves in Regression
Yes
cos
never goodbye
never.more
Азон
Татем
Энш
Radiohead
Sleep Token
Pink Floyd
Phil Collins
Dire Straits
Led Zeppelin
Pierce The Veil
Skillet
Muse
Ghost
Electric Light Orchestra
TOOL
The Outfield
Soundgarden
Supertramp
Genesis
Dave Matthews Band
Kansas
White Noise Baby Sleep
Rush
Asking Alexandria
Gerry Rafferty
STARSET
The Alan Parsons Project
Bello&Dallas
Peter Gabriel
XROSS
Faith No More
NOTHING MORE
Blue Öyster Cult
Rain City Drive
Manchester Orchestra
Masayoshi Takanaka
Yes
Chris Martin
Meat Loaf
Sheena Ringo
Vangelis
Polyphia
Alan Sutton y las criaturitas de la ansiedad
Roxy Music
Coheed and Cambria
Freddie Mercury
Son Feci Bisiklet
Dream Theater
Derek & The Dominos
PLUTO
Cold Chisel
TK from Ling tosite sigure
Nobuo Uematsu
Marillion
Styx
Sweet
The Commanders
Mike Oldfield
Puscifer
Segah
Jethro Tull
The Moody Blues
Robert Plant
David Gilmour
Point North
Asia
The Mars Volta
Ten Years After
Cúpula
Rubyeye
Manfred Mann's Earth Band
Hail The Sun
Porcupine Tree
Heaven Pierce Her
.Feast
Jeff Beck
The Vanished People
Glass Beams
King Crimson
Frank Zappa
13 Killoki
Moon Walker
SWEET SPINE
Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Dzem
Roger Waters
Sleep Theory
Golden Earring
Sui Generis
Katatonia
Acid Black Cherry
Steven Wilson
Klinac
Piano Tribute Players
UFO
Eloy
The Buttress
Tailormade Rain
Uriah Heep
Halocene
ron quixote
Tangerine Dream
Explosions In The Sky