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This is a podcast by a group of lifelong friends and appreciators of music discussing the greatest progressive rock bands, album by album.

  1. Episode 175- Porcupine Tree Part 6, Signify

    3 DAYS AGO

    Episode 175- Porcupine Tree Part 6, Signify

    Episode 175 – Porcupine Tree Part 6, Signify Signify presents Porcupine Tree taking another step toward their ultimate identity. Songwriting and recording begin to materialize and point the way forward. From Signify we all see the future and we like what we see. Enjoy this palaver as we enjoy this record. BlueSky: @progpala.bsky.social X: @progpala Instagram: www.instagram.com/progressivepalaver/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3…cJ_7Z__w/featured Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

    1hr 22min
  2. SCS42 - The Hooters in Glenside PA, Oct 2025

    18 MAY

    SCS42 - The Hooters in Glenside PA, Oct 2025

    SCS42 – The Hooters in Glenside PA, Oct 2025 Rarely does a concert fulfill decades of anticipation, but Ken's long-awaited bucket list experience seeing the Hooters at the Keswick Theater in Glenside, Pennsylvania did exactly that, and it delivered in every possible way. Ken joins Joe and Paul to break down a performance that closed out the Hooters' European tour with a genuine homecoming celebration. Legendary Philadelphia DJ Pierre Robert introduced the band, setting the tone for a night that included fan favorites like "Dancing on the Edge" and **"Boys Will Be Boys."** The horn section alone was remarkable, adding serious depth to the sound. What makes the Hooters so compelling after all these years? The core lineup of Eric Bazilian, Rob Hyman, David Uossikinen Fran Smith Jr., and John Lilly brought the kind of tight ensemble work that rivals Bruce Springsteen's E Street Band. (The reggae influences were apparently a highlight too.) Guitarist Tommy Williams handled multiple instruments throughout the night, keeping things fresh across both sets. Because this performance meant so much to Ken personally, his enthusiasm is genuinely infectious. Tune in to hear the full conversation. BlueSky: @progpala.bsky.social X: @progpala Instagram: www.instagram.com/progressivepalaver/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3…cJ_7Z__w/featured Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

    17 min
  3. Episode 174 - Porcupine Tree Part 5, The Sky Moves Sideways

    15 MAY

    Episode 174 - Porcupine Tree Part 5, The Sky Moves Sideways

    Episode 174 – Porcupine Tree Part 5, The Sky Moves Sideways This episode dissects an album that divides opinion. Joe warmed to it despite feeling it stepped back from *Up the Downstair*. Paul and Ken acknowledge early sketches of the band's future sound—Steven Wilson's compositions show promise—yet the record often fades into background music rather than commanding attention. The group examines the album's structural comparison to Pink Floyd's *Wish You Were Here* and debate whether it's intentional influence or derivative. They praise individual musicianship and standout moments (that haunting flute melody in "Phase 1" is genuinely stunning), but critique excessive length and slow development. **Key takeaway:** *The Sky Moves Sideways* captures a band still learning to work as a cohesive unit. It's not terrible—it's a growing pain revealing Wilson's evolving vision. The question: *what comes next?* Curious about how Porcupine Tree evolved from here? **Listen now** to hear the full technical breakdown and storytelling analysis. BlueSky: @progpala.bsky.social X: @progpala Instagram: www.instagram.com/progressivepalaver/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3…cJ_7Z__w/featured Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

    45 min
  4. SCS41 - Asia ft John Payne with Stratospheerius, Sellersville PA Oct 2025

    11 MAY

    SCS41 - Asia ft John Payne with Stratospheerius, Sellersville PA Oct 2025

    SCS41 – Asia ft John Payne and Stratospheerius, Sellersville PA, Oct 2025 What happens when you walk into a concert expecting one thing and leave with a completely different perspective? That's exactly what happened to me recently at Sellersville Theater. I attended an Asia show featuring John Payne, and I'll be honest—I initially felt like I'd crashed someone else's party. But what unfolded was genuinely transformative. What really resonated was the setlist balance. They moved seamlessly between Asia classics like "Heat of the Moment" and deeper cuts alongside John Payne's solo material. Rather than feeling disjointed, it created a narrative arc that showcased the band's evolution and range. Add in the undeniable power of Joe Deninzon and Stratospheerius and you have a night to remember at the delightful Sellersville Theater. BlueSky: @progpala.bsky.social X: @progpala Instagram: www.instagram.com/progressivepalaver/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3…cJ_7Z__w/featured Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

    23 min
  5. Episode 173 - Porcupine Tree Part 4, Up the Downstair

    8 MAY

    Episode 173 - Porcupine Tree Part 4, Up the Downstair

    Episode 173 – Porcupine Tree Part 4, Up the Downstair Our exploration of Porcupine Tree continues with this sophomore effort which is a huge leap forward while still finding the Porcupine Tree path. Up the Downstair is an intriguing album with a compelling idea sitting underneath. Songwriting and musicianship advance while maintaining a balance with the best parts of their previous record. There are plaques to the past and road signs to the future side-by-side in this fascinating release. Join us for this quite enjoyable Palaver! BlueSky: @progpala.bsky.social X: @progpala Instagram: www.instagram.com/progressivepalaver/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3…cJ_7Z__w/featured Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

    1hr 13min
  6. Topographic Topics , April 2026

    4 MAY

    Topographic Topics , April 2026

    Topographic Topics – April 2026 We start a new type of episode here at Progressive Palaver, Topographic Topics. We actually attempt to spend a few minutes discussing topics that are NOT years old, but only weeks or months. We plan to try this from time to time when interesting things happen in the prog world. For this episode, we consider four main topics, the sale of the Jim Irsay Collection, Rush’s surprise appearance at the 2026 Juno awards, the pending release of Yes’ Aurora, and the sale of Philly DJ Pierre Robert’s personal record colleciton. We hope you enjoy. BlueSky: @progpala.bsky.social X: @progpala Instagram: www.instagram.com/progressivepalaver/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3…cJ_7Z__w/featured Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

    45 min
  7. Episode 172 - Porcupine Tree Part 3, On the Sunday of Life

    1 MAY

    Episode 172 - Porcupine Tree Part 3, On the Sunday of Life

    Episode 172 – Porcupine Tree Part 3, On the Sunday of Life A Palaver for Two! Ken and Joe take some time to explore the origins of Porcupine Tree with On the Sunday of Life. A broad collection of songs spanning Steven Wilson’s early explorations. This album provides a deep pool for discovery of different aspects of what will eventually blossom into the full-grown glory of the band. Ken and Joe find some real life resonances with the sounds and techniques that are used here and they allow a deeper connection with the material. Enjoy this episode! BlueSky: @progpala.bsky.social X: @progpala Instagram: www.instagram.com/progressivepalaver/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3…cJ_7Z__w/featured Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

    1hr 22min
  8. Episode 171 - Porcupine Tree Part 2, Preamble and Introduction

    24 APR

    Episode 171 - Porcupine Tree Part 2, Preamble and Introduction

    Episode 171 – Porcupine Tree Part 2, Preamble and Introduction The time has finally come. The Palaver tackles Porcupine Tree in a full segment. We covered Closure/Continuation earlier as a one-off, but we now return to the cover the full PT catalog. A segment this important deserves iits own Preamble and we present that here. How did we all discover Porcupine Tree? What are our experiences with the band and their music? We address all that and more in this table setting episode that we hope will whet your appetite for many more episodes coming your way! BlueSky: @progpala.bsky.social X: @progpala Instagram: www.instagram.com/progressivepalaver/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3…cJ_7Z__w/featured Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

    44 min
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This is a podcast by a group of lifelong friends and appreciators of music discussing the greatest progressive rock bands, album by album.

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    Progressive Palaver
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    333
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