Monthly Archives: August 2012

Wolverine cancels show at Progmotion Festival

Posted on Friday, 31st August 2012 by Léon

We regret to announce that we have cancelled our show, tomorrow Saturday September 1, at the Progmotion Festival in Uden, The Netherlands. The reason for this is because Stefan has contracted pneumonia which makes it impossible for him to sing … Continue reading →

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John Galgano (IZZ) solo album

Posted on Wednesday, 29th August 2012 by bob

Doone Records is pleased to announce the release of Real Life is Meeting, the debut solo album by John Galgano on September 11, 2012. John Galgano is a founding member of art-rock group, IZZ, and has been one of the … Continue reading →

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Steve Hackett unveils Genesis Revisited II

Posted on Tuesday, 28th August 2012 by Léon

Legendary Genesis guitarist Steve Hackett has announced the details of his forthcoming studio album Genesis Revisited II in a special YouTube video message for Genesis fans worldwide. Steve Hackett has brought together a host of stunning guest performers including Steven … Continue reading →

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Mike Keneally & Godsticks European dates

Posted on Sunday, 26th August 2012 by bob

Hot off the press is the announcement that The Mike Keneally Band will play a series of UK and Dutch gigs in March 2013… Support for these dates will be the formidable Godsticks. Ticket information will be posted shortly to the band’s … Continue reading →

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Enochian Theory announce live London show

Posted on Sunday, 26th August 2012 by Léon

Rising UK prog rockers Enochian Theory are to play both of their studio albums at The Peel in Kingston on Saturday, September 1. The show is promoted by The House Of Progression, and the trio will be performing their Evolution: … Continue reading →

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Jon Anderson to tour South America!

Posted on Sunday, 26th August 2012 by Léon

Music legend and original Yes vocalist and songwriter Jon Anderson will be performing a series of concerts in South America this September 2012. Jon’s previous tour of South America was regarded as a major triumph, and fans have clamored for … Continue reading →

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Eddie and Hans leaving After The Silence

Posted on Sunday, 26th August 2012 by Léon

To our great regret, we must sadly inform you that 2 band members will leave After The Silence. Eddie is soon father for the 2nd time (congratulations!) and so soon has other priorities. This is why he can no longer … Continue reading →

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RIP Eric Cook from Lethal

Posted on Sunday, 26th August 2012 by Léon

Eric Cook, guitarist for the legendary power/progressive metal band Lethal, has lost his battle with cancer. The Kentucky-based Lethal was founded by Tom Mallicoat and the Cook brothers, Eric and Glen. In 1990, after the arrival of drummer Jerry Hartmann, … Continue reading →

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Esoteric’s release schedule

Posted on Saturday, 25th August 2012 by bob

Esoteric Recordings announce their September and October release schedule. Some interesting additions to their catalogue including the first ever CD release of Cressida’s 1969 demos; Danish band Ache “terrific Danish prog–will appeal to fans of The Nice/ELP“; re-releases from Tir … Continue reading →

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Rob Reed’s Kompendium album to be released next month

Posted on Friday, 24th August 2012 by bob

Kompendium, a side project of Magenta’s Rob Reed, will release their debut album, Beneath The Waves, next month. Featuring a veritable who’s who from the progressive world icluding Steve Balsamo, Steve Hackett, Nick Beggs, Gavin Harrison, Troy Donockley, Nick Barrett, … Continue reading →

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Spock’s Beard update

Posted on Thursday, 23rd August 2012 by bob

We reported earlier this year that the latest Spock’s Beard studio album would be released towards the end of this year. SB have recently revealed that about 75 % of the album is now completed and a new release date … Continue reading →

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The Gathering album stream…

Posted on Thursday, 23rd August 2012 by bob

The Gathering will stream their new album Disclosure on Friday 24th August 2012 – for one day only! So from 00:01 until 23:59 [CET] the new album will be available, in it’s entirety, at The Gathering’s Bandcamp page! More information can be found on the … Continue reading →

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Peter Hammill solo dates

Posted on Wednesday, 22nd August 2012 by bob

Peter Hammill will be undertaking a number of European dates starting in Spain on 5th October… 05/10/12  Pamplona (ES) Chamber Music Hall of Baluarte 06/10/12  Madrid (ES) Sala Clamores 07/10/12  Bilbao (ES) Sala BBK 13/10/12  Amsterdam (NL) Bitterzoet 14/10/12  Zoetermeer … Continue reading →

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Blackmore’s Night US dates

Posted on Tuesday, 21st August 2012 by bob

Blackmore’s Night will undertake  a short series of US dates towards the end of October and into early November. Oct 25  Tarrytown Music Hall, Tarrytown [NY] Oct 26  Sherman Theater, Stroudsburg [PA] Oct 28  World Cafe Live Queens Theater, Wilmington … Continue reading →

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Opus Symbiosis album teaser

Posted on Monday, 20th August 2012 by bob

Finnish ”Modern Experimental Progressive Rock” band will release their second full length album Nature’s Choir in September – the follow up to their self-titled debut album from 2009. The nine track album will also feature a guest appearance by drum maestro Pat Mastelotto. The … Continue reading →

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