1 hr 6 min
Replay Episode (with added surprises!)- E12 Favorite Progressive Rock Albums with David Cope (songwriter, musician, singer) The List: A Right Fiction Podcast
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- Music Commentary
Progressive rock, also known as “prog rock”, joined the musical fray in the late 1960’s as a new offshoot from the waning psychedelic scene. The music was based around elaborate compositions, virtuosic instrumentation, and lyrics that were more akin to a fantasy novel. Some would frame it as a rock and roll interpretation of classical music, but only in the idea of songs as movements, and not so much from musical ideas from the classical era. It was also a pivot away from the traditional, more dance-y rock and roll, and was more of a “listening” music.
While prog rock generally challenges the listener to actively stay engaged. There has been no shortage of very thorough and devout fans to the genre. And specifically to their favorite bands such as Yes, Emerson, Lake, and Palmer, Genesis, and King Crimson. However, on the flipside, over the years the critics and the wider music listening audience hasn’t embraced prog rock quite the same as the superfans of the genre. These critics label it as pretentious and overindulgent, and barring a few artists breaking through, most prog acts have lived perpetual existences as cult bands.
Should it be this way though? Should more people revisit and explore prog rock for themselves? Find out with us today as we discuss our favorite Prog Rock Albums and why we love them. So, hangout with us for a bit and see if our list matches yours.
Check out the accompanying Spotify playlist here -
https://spoti.fi/3knl55y
We also have our very first guest today with Mr. David Cope!
David is an amazing musician and prolific songwriter from Philadelphia. His compositions reflect a broad array of styles, from pop and rock songwriting, to classical, to South Indian classical music and more. In the summer of 2012 Dave released his debut album, “Davey Cope & The English Breakfast: A Proper Record”. Since then, Dave has expanded his output, writing music for plays, television and film. He’s had many fantastic projects over the years including LeBon LeBon, Fantasy Square Garden, and Dave Cope and the Sass. And the pandemic hasn’t slowed him down either, releasing two new albums in the past couple months based on themes of life during the pandemic, in addition to some classical music as well!
Please take a moment to check out all his music on his bandcamp page @ davecope.bandcamp.com
Spotify Playlist “Prog Rock Albums” Link -
https://spoti.fi/2RiOHEo
www.rightfiction.com
Progressive rock, also known as “prog rock”, joined the musical fray in the late 1960’s as a new offshoot from the waning psychedelic scene. The music was based around elaborate compositions, virtuosic instrumentation, and lyrics that were more akin to a fantasy novel. Some would frame it as a rock and roll interpretation of classical music, but only in the idea of songs as movements, and not so much from musical ideas from the classical era. It was also a pivot away from the traditional, more dance-y rock and roll, and was more of a “listening” music.
While prog rock generally challenges the listener to actively stay engaged. There has been no shortage of very thorough and devout fans to the genre. And specifically to their favorite bands such as Yes, Emerson, Lake, and Palmer, Genesis, and King Crimson. However, on the flipside, over the years the critics and the wider music listening audience hasn’t embraced prog rock quite the same as the superfans of the genre. These critics label it as pretentious and overindulgent, and barring a few artists breaking through, most prog acts have lived perpetual existences as cult bands.
Should it be this way though? Should more people revisit and explore prog rock for themselves? Find out with us today as we discuss our favorite Prog Rock Albums and why we love them. So, hangout with us for a bit and see if our list matches yours.
Check out the accompanying Spotify playlist here -
https://spoti.fi/3knl55y
We also have our very first guest today with Mr. David Cope!
David is an amazing musician and prolific songwriter from Philadelphia. His compositions reflect a broad array of styles, from pop and rock songwriting, to classical, to South Indian classical music and more. In the summer of 2012 Dave released his debut album, “Davey Cope & The English Breakfast: A Proper Record”. Since then, Dave has expanded his output, writing music for plays, television and film. He’s had many fantastic projects over the years including LeBon LeBon, Fantasy Square Garden, and Dave Cope and the Sass. And the pandemic hasn’t slowed him down either, releasing two new albums in the past couple months based on themes of life during the pandemic, in addition to some classical music as well!
Please take a moment to check out all his music on his bandcamp page @ davecope.bandcamp.com
Spotify Playlist “Prog Rock Albums” Link -
https://spoti.fi/2RiOHEo
www.rightfiction.com
1 hr 6 min