Progression Magazine

07/08/2020

Notice: Progression Magazine has suspended publication as of issue No. 74 as we mull our way forward in these difficult times for print media and life in general. We will post updates here and in pertinent social media venues as it becomes available. Meanwhile, most back issues remain available for purchase by entering our web store here: https://store.progressionmag.com

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16/08/2018

16/08/2018

Progression magazine issue No. 74 has been mailed to all domestic and international subscribers, and now is available for single-issue ordering. Please visit our web store:

The online store for Progression magazine - the place to purchase or renew a subscription, and complete your collection of back issues.

16/08/2018

OUR JAM PACKED SUMMER ISSUE NO. 74 IS NOW AVAILABLE!

Progression magazine issue No. 74 has been mailed to all domestic and international subscribers, and now is available for single-issue ordering. Please visit our new web store: https://store.progressionmag.com/ The issue contains 104 pages of articles, insightful interviews and 100-plus reviews, including:

The Dixie Dregs (cover story) – in-depth interviews with founding members Steve Morse (guitar) and Andy West (bass) on the classic American progressive act’s latest comeback and sporadic career.

Steve Morse – in-depth interview with the American guitar legend on his colorfully varied career, from the Dixie Dregs to Kansas, Deep Purple and Flying Colors

Pendragon – interviews with duo Nick Barrett (guitars/vocals) and Clive Nolan (keyboards) on the band’s creative philosophy and future plans.

Saga – in-depth interview with vocalist Michael Sadler looking back on the Canadian group’s 40-year history and decision to retire from touring.

The Sea Within – the story behind progressive rock’s newest “supergroup” assemblage with observations from Jonas Reingold (bass) and Roine Stolt (vocals/guitar).

Cuneiform Records – in-depth interview with independent label founder Steve Feigenbaum on music industry trends precipitating his decision to cease producing new releases.

Spock’s Beard – bassist Dave Meros and singer Ted Leonard discuss the band’s 13th studio album, Noise Floor

Wobbler – an overview of this veteran Norwegian group as shared by leader/keyboardist Lars Fredrik Froislie

Jane Getter Premonition – interviews with guitarist Jane Getter and keyboardist Adam Holzman on the band finding its unique voice; also, the art of interpreting studio material on the concert stage.

RTFact – composer Yuri Volodarsky discusses the origin of his new recording project and plans for extravagant live performances.

Jerry King – interview with the Wisconsin-based independent progressive artist who has made a specialty of collaborating long-distance on multiple projects.

Dewey Gurall – the touching and intriguing story behind the late Progression writer’s lifelong love affair with music.

The surround-sound phenomenon – a primer on how best to enjoy recorded progressive music. Also included: an overview of the Jethro Tull boxed-set deluxe reissues featuring 5.1 surround-sound.

Cruise to the Edge 2018 – an in-depth look back at the most recent edition of this shipboard progressive music festival, including artist interviews.

ROSFest 2018 – a review of the longstanding progressive rock festival’s latest entry and last in Pennsylvania before moving to Florida for 2019.

Also in the issue – coverage of Robert Berry’s new album project featuring contributions from the late Keith Emerson, developments with the Kinesis progressive music mail-order service, an in-depth review of Jasun Martz’s new seven-disc boxed set and updates on forthcoming festivals.

06/02/2018

PROGRESSION MAGAZINE ON "CRUISE TO THE EDGE"
Will feature full report on bands and activities in next issue of Progression.

03/02/2018

Progression magazine at Cruise to the Edge! If you're aboard this week, please stop by the Progression table and say hi. We have single issues for sale and will be giving away three FREE prog CDs with every new subscription and renewal, including a King Crimson sampler, solo album by Markus Reuter (Stick Me) and the fantastic symphonic progressive opus "Hypatia," by Telergy (pictured). Looking forward to sharing great music with y'all!

21/12/2017

Progression magazine issue No. 73 has been mailed to all domestic and international subscribers, and now is available for single-issue ordering. Please visit our new web store: https://store.progressionmag.com/

Featured in this information-packed 104-page issue:

* More than 100 CD and album reviews *

JEAN-MICHEL JARRE (cover story) – in-depth interview with the French electronic music pioneer who holds world attendance records for his extravagant open-air concerts. Jean-Michel shares his thoughts on many topics including the role of music in sociopolitical activism, concert security, and the future of electronic music.

TODD RUNDGREN – in-depth interview with the American art-rock legend, who reflects on his tour stint with last summer’s Yestival and what being “progressive” has meant to him through nearly five decades making music.

IAN ANDERSON – in-depth interview with the legendary Jethro Tull front man looking back on the band’s 50-year history. Ian shares details on upcoming album releases, including plans for a new studio disc in 2019.

NEARFEST RETROSPECTIVE – in-depth interviews with organizers Chad Hutchinson and Rob LaDuca, who perfected the progressive music festival concept through 13 editions of the North East Art Rock Festival in Bethlehem, Pa.

THE TANGENT – interview with band leader Andy Tillison, who explores the philosophy behind his music plus details on new album, The Slow Rust of Forgotten Machinery.

NAD SYLVAN – interview with the flamboyant singer/Steve Hackett band member about his evolving solo career and new album, The Bride Said No.

SONS OF APOLLO – interviews with drummer Mike Portnoy and keyboardist Derek Sherinian about their new progressive metal supergroup and debut album, Psychotic Symphony.

MARK TRUEACK – interview with the singer/composer about his former band, Unitopia, his upcoming new album with United Progressive Fraternity and other projects.

GLASS HAMMER – interviews with members Steve Babb and Fred Schendel looking back on the independent group’s 25-year run plus information on latest album, Valkyrie.

BLACKMORE'S NIGHT – interview with singer/multi-instrumentalist Candice Night about the first 20 years of her partnership with legendary guitarist/composer Ritchie Blackmore, plus info on the resurrection of Blackmore’s classic act, Rainbow.

SCHOOLTREE – candid first-person piece by composer/keyboardist Lainey Schooltree retracing the creative process behind new double-disc concept work, Heterotopia.

KARIBOW – interview with singer/composer Oliver Rusing about the concept behind this German group and new album, From Here to the Impossible.

MARK PAPAGNO – interview with the indie prog/fusion guitarist and details behind his newest instrumental work, The Man Whom the Trees Loved.

POWER QUEST – interview with keyboardist/composer Steve Williams on the British band’s resurrection after a three-year hiatus and new album, Sixth Dimension.

METALITE – article on the new Swedish symphonic metal act and album debut, Heroes in Time.

BRIAN TARQUIN – interview with the Florida-based guitarist/producer about his ongoing series of themed tribute albums with all-star lineups, and charitable endeavors.

FB1964 – article on new concept album Stortebeker, by German guitarist/composer Frank Badenhop involving an all-star cast of 41 guest contributors.

PROGDAY FESTIVAL, 2017 – an in-depth first-person perspective on the world’s longest-running progressive music festival by Sonus Umbra bassist Luis Nasser.

PROGSTOCK FESTIVAL, 2017 – overview of the New Jersey progressive music festival’s debut, with photos.

PROGTOBERFEST, 2017 – coverage of the Chicago-based festival’s third annual edition, with photos.

KING CRIMSON – live report from the eight-member classic group’s ongoing world tour.

RENAISSANCE -- live report from the legendary symphonic band’s recent orchestral tour.

DREAM THEATER – live report on the seminal progressive metal act’s Images and Words anniversary tour.

NIK TURNER – live report from the Hawkwind legend’s recent tour.

ALSO IN THIS ISSUE: coverage of developments at the ECM label, the annual Rites of Spring Festival’s upcoming 2018 edition, the annual Cruise to the Edge 2018 lineup, Genesis reunion hopes, in-depth reviews of new album releases by Gentle Giant and Steven Wilson, plus more than 100 album and DVD reviews.

14/12/2017

We at Progression today mourn the loss of one of our own: writer/reviewer Dewey Gurall, who passed away peacefully this morning in his adopted country of Poland after a long illness. He was 57. Dewey was an excellent scribe and dieheard proghead whose articles and reviews were both insightful and full of personality. A Pittsburgh area native, he was a huge fan of Marillion, Steve Hackett and Kansas, plus many others. In recent years he brought to our awareness the fertile progressive music scenes in Poland and other European locales with typically keen perception and sensitivity. Dewey was a big-hearted maverick who marched to the beat of his own drum -- a one-of-a-kind guy. He leaves behind his loving wife, Karen, and grown daughter, Eve. He will be missed.

16/10/2017

Progstock Festival 2017: Kudos to the man who made it all happen, against the odds -- Tom Palmieri. The event already is confirmed to return in October, 2018. Acts slated so far include Enchant, Evership and Orpheus Nine.

16/10/2017

Progstock Festival '17: The Tangent braintrust Andy Tillison (keyboards/vocals), one of progressive music's unique talents.