SOLSTICE

Since their formation in 1980, Solstice have been led by guitarist Andy Glass through various hiatuses and line-up changes. It took until 2020 and the start of the Sia trilogy to truly find their feet, but this strange route to success has left them in an interesting position.

SAVATAGE

It's not entirely accurate to use the word \"reunion\" if a band never broke up in the first place, but semantics aside, it's fair to say that American progressive/ power metal trailblazers Savatage have spent the better part of the past two decades far away, in a land caught between time and space.

Against The GRAIN

US veterans Glass Hammer have ripped up their own rulebook - yet again - on Rogue, an hour-long concept album that takes the listener on a journey of self-discovery via life's highs and lows. Bassist and co-founder Steve Babb takes Prog on a deep dive into its themes, its innovative recording process and the global mix of musicians involved in the project, and explains why, after more than 30 years in the saddle, his fire for creative reinvention still burns as brightly as ever.

JOHN LODGE

It’s lovely to be here,” says John Lodge. “In fact, it’s lovely to be anywhere,” he adds, adapting the old joke and explaining that just over a year ago he had a stroke. Yet with “Prayers, love and good vibes,” he continues, “here we are.”

True Or False

Aband featuring members of Porcupine Tree and King Crimson were always going to be considered a prog supergroup, but O.R.k are continuing to prove there is much more beyond the label. With fifth album Firehose Of Falsehoods another impressive addition to the quartet's catalogue, Prog catches up with bassist Colin Edwin to find out more.

HATS OFF GENTLEMEN IT'S ADEQUATE/ GHOST OF THE MACHINE

The new album by modern prog mainstays Hats Off Gentlemen It's Adequate is an expansive, polystylistic release centred on Heisenberg's uncertainty principle.

DIVIDE AND DISSOLVE

Sax, drone and rock'n'roll with an anti-colonial message.

SALLY POTTER

The avant-garde musician, filmmaker and activist on exploring the human connection, staying optimistic in the face of uncertainty and her memories of brother and VdGG bassist Nic.

BLIND CONVERGENCE

Ambitious ambient solo project from Thieves Kitchen guitarist Phil Mercy.

Chris Squire: "The greatest bass player in prog rock history." - his 30 greatest performances

He was one of the most influential and creative rock musicians, who transformed the way the bass was viewed. Chris Squire's impact on the world of progressive rock is still felt to this day, as is the music he played a major role in creating. Prog asks former bandmembers, collaborators and musical fans to share their favourite songs from his back catalogue. Is yours among them?

The Best Of The Best

Ten years after he passed away, Chris Squire's influence, both as a person and as a musician, remains as powerful as it has ever been. Those who knew him and played with him discuss the man, his talent and his legacy.

New Beginnings

After riding out a career-jeopardising storm of false starts, line-up changes and cancelled tours, Cambridge six-piece Black Country, New Road return with a renewed sense of drive and purpose - and a fantastic new album, for good measure. Prog catches up with the band to discuss third studio effort Forever Howlong, and how leaving your comfort zone and facing down adversity ultimately bring great reward.

GOODBYE MOUNTAIN

I Am The Manic Whale keyboardist explores his ambient, instrumental side.

AMPLIFIER

Since 2020, Mancunian space rock experimentalists Amplifier have been operating as a two-piece, with guitarist/vocalist Sel Balamir accompanied only by drummer Matt Brobin, some choice backing tracks, and a litany of effects pedals that surround his ever-busy feet.

Evolution Calling!

It might not be everyone's cup of tea, but the prog metal genre is currently undergoing a radical shift with more extreme metal bands embracing their inner prog, and bands with an undeniable prog element playing bigger shows than ever. Members of Jinjer, Blood Incantation and Rivers Of Nihil explain what's going on.

STEWART COPELAND

Every month we get inside the mind of one of the biggest names in music.

Strength In Depth

Robin Armstrong has been creating thinking-persons's music asCosmograf since 2008, and his latest album, The Orphan Epoch, continues to explorethemes of disillusionment and a refusal toconform. The multiinstrumentalisttellsProg about its creation,ruffling feathers and the double-edged sword of a solo project.

The Not-So Odd Couple

When Andy Summers teamed up with King Crimson's Robert Fripp at the dawn of the 80s, it afforded The Police guitarist the chance to rediscover a musical mojo left wanting as a result of phenomenal mainstream success.

Cosmic Collaboration

“I've gotten in trouble occasionally because my background has been so varied. It's like, 'What are you? Are you a jazz guy? Are you a rock guy?' But I get it. If I go to buy a box of cornflakes, I want cornflakes. I don't expect something else in the box.”

Ascension Day

What started as a celebration of Talk Talk has since developed into an inspired art-rock collective. As Held By Trees release their second studio album, Hinterland, bandleader David Joseph discusses taking inspiration from the British coastland, guiding the project in a new direction and assembling this record's musical cast, which includes the late Mark Hollis's son, Charlie.

Dig The New Breed

Supergroup collaborator and solo artist Neal Morse has switched things up for his latest album, No Hill For A Climber, and brought in a new team of young talent, referred to as The Resonance. The artist discusses working in a different way, the challenges of lyric-writing, and whether this spells the end of his songwriting partnership with Mike Portnoy.

Tree, Surgin

Formed in Norway in the early 90s, White Willow were among the retro-sounding bands that were at the forefront of Scandinavia's progressive revival, along with Anekdoten and Änglagård. Although they've been inactive for the last seven or so years, their first six albums are in the process of being reissued via Karisma Records. Bandleader Jacob Holm-Lupo revisits those early releases and reveals that album eight could be on the way soon.

An Accidental Decade

Ten years ago, the whimsical stories on Tiger Moth Tales' debut album, Cocoon, captured the imagination of the prog world. Marking the decade with a 10th anniversary edition of the album, TMT's Peter Jones shares some of his personal highlights with Prog and explains why he's still coming to terms with where it all went right.

Rite Here, Rite Now

After a 17-year break, Swedish four-piece Ritual have made a very welcome return with the first part of The Story Of Mr. Bogd. Guitarist/vocalist Patrik Lundström discusses embracing their inner child, the magic of Moomins and the musical journey that led to the creation of the two-part concept album.

The Hiet Is On

The Finnish musical everyman Marko Hietala has been through it all: mental-health issues, leaving the mighty Nightwish and even a stint on reality TV. Fortunately his new album, Roses From The Deep, reveals that he's still as much of a force as ever. Prog caught up with him to find out more.

LIFTING SHADOWS OFF A Dream

It was the reunion that no one thought would ever happen, but after 15 years of making music without him, Dream Theater have welcomed back co-founder Mike Portnoy on their 16th studio album. The drummer discusses Parasomnia, healing old wounds and touring the classic line-up for the band's 40th anniversary.

Ladies And Gentlemen, We Are Floating In Space

Buckle up and prepare to be taken on the ride of a lifetime. Steven Wilson is back with The Overview, an album that even he admits is prog. Comprising two tracks, the conceptual suite includes lyrics from XTC's Andy Partridge and visuals that are out of this world. Prog visits the musician at home to get the lowdown.

RECURRING DREAMS

On his latest album, Heard Noises, Matt Berry takes a leap of faith musically and brings in a more reflective and, at times, confessional approach to lyric-writing. The actor-musician tells Prog about his mind-shift since entering his fifth decade and the very special gift he received from one of his musical heroes that's also played a role on the album package.

Hell - Ain't A Bad Place To Be

In celebration of three decades together, Mogwai have transformed a difficult period into a blazing post-rock extravaganza. The Bad Fire finds the \"prog curious\" Scots in fine form and taking unexpected inspiration from King Crimson, Jan Hammer and Pink Floyd. Bandleader Stuart Braithwaite admits it's never too late to discover The Dark Side Of The Moon.

DORIE JACKSON

Kaprekar's Constant vocalist on her solo career, her dad's influence and why she's happiest being a team player.