Collection: Prog Rock

Progressive Rock, or Prog Rock, is a genre characterized by its complex musical structures, virtuosic instrumentation, and ambitious compositional approaches that push the boundaries of traditional rock music. Emerging in the late 1960s, Prog Rock encompasses a wide range of styles, from the ornate and theatrical Art Rock of bands like Yes and Genesis to the intricate, mathematically precise sounds of Math Metal and the experimental edge of Avant-Prog. German Prog, exemplified by bands like Can and Kraftwerk, further expanded the genre's sonic palette with innovative synthesizer work and unconventional rhythmic patterns. Prog Rock artists often incorporate elements of classical music, jazz, and world music, creating lengthy, multi-part compositions that challenge listeners with their technical complexity, philosophical lyrics, and expansive musical landscapes, making it a genre that values musical exploration and intellectual depth over straightforward pop structures.

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