All of these bought as presents for birthdays etc. But most of the awsome listening took place in the privacy of my own room just me the fabulous gatefold sleeve artwork and the lengthy intricate music and thought provoking lyrics which seemed to mean something relevant to the phase of life I was passing through at the time. It was an intense personal thing only talked about with the few who were on the same wavelength at the time. I have been wondering if this is how others with an interest in prog feel. The gigs are great when I can get to see them,but for me it can never replace the deeper personal thing and irresistable yearning for a new prog album.
Some fragile ecosystems continue for millions of years.
The article Nancy Reagen, Trevor Rabin and the right wing conspiracy, is the closest assesment of today's prog scene I've read in a long time. Please take the time to visit The Progress Report at theprogressreport.gq.nu . You're doing a pretty good job with your side, I like reading your honest reviews. I joined the Progressive Ears msg board about a month ago. Someone put a link to the article by Michael Askounes.