A Brief Overview of Progressive Rock

Progressive rock emerged in the 1970s, but various incarnations have arrived at different times. Progressive rock is an extremely creative musical format, but the boundaries vary individually depending on personal criteria for inclusion. The articles here are intended to introduce the concepts of progressive rock and give a bit of an overview to those unfamiliar with the genre.
  1. Start With the Basics on Progressive Rock Providing a quick overview of the origins of progressive rock, this article is a good place to start. »
  2. Another Article Outlining the History of Progressive Rock The details of progressive rock history vary a bit, but some facts are clear. This article gives a different view of the history of the genre. »
  3. Space rock is a sub-type of progressive rock. Space rock is generally considered to be a sub-genre of progressive rock. Learn more about it by reading this article.   »
  4. A Look at What Many Consider the Classic Period of Yes Yes is one of the most successful progressive rock bands. This article explores the albums that many consider the core of their "classic" period. »
  5. While Styx became more of an anthem rock band, they started in prog. Although many know Styx for their hits, their early albums fit into the progressive rock genre, making them one of the more successful American prog bands. »
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