Best Progressiverock Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 68: Chalies Classics Podcast 68 2:58:00

12d ago2:58:00

2:58:00

Hey Now!!! Join us for our Summer Session of Chalie's Classics! Three hours of the finest in Rock and Roll. On our show we have Blue Oyster Cult, Led Zeppelin, and Jackson Browne highlighting our show, along with the other Bands performing on our show. Join us for this Rocking Summer Session!!! Won't you???…

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Episode 67: Chalies Classics Podcast 67 4:57:39

3M ago4:57:39

4:57:39

Hey Now!!! We are flying through Spring. I hear that some nice weather is headed our way. To celebrate this beautiful season on our show, we see that the Eagles, Foreigner and Quicksilver Messenger Service are also headed our way. So, to get the show started, here on Chalies Classics Ry Cooder and his version of the tune Available Space. LET'S ROCK…

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Episode 66: Chalies Classics Podcast 66 4:54:59

3M ago4:54:59

4:54:59

Let's enjoy The music from the Beatles to Wishbone Ash and Cream to Steppenwolf as Spring reminds us that life has renewed itself. So, it is with the music that we love. It renews in our mind every time we hear those songs. Let's Rock!!!!!

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Episode 65: Chalies Classics Podcast 65 4:54:58

4M ago4:54:58

4:54:58

Podcast 65 has Argent, the Beatles, & Supertramp to name just 3 of the bands performing on this show tonight. Relax and allow me to play a little bit of heaven for your ears.

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Episode 64: Chalies Classics Podcast 64 4:56:13

4M ago4:56:13

4:56:13

Come. Enjoy the music of Aerosmith, Steely Dan, Tom Petty, & Yes to name just 4 of the bands performing on our show. So, Sit back and let yourself enjoy the show!!! Let's Rock!!!

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Episode 63: Chalies Classics Podcast 63 4:56:53

5M ago4:56:53

4:56:53

Beyond the Beatles, Led Zep and the Rolling Stones there is so much more music here on Chalie's Classics. Take some time from your busy day and let me play a little bit of heaven for your ears!

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Episode 0102 - Coda (The End) 32:12

7M ago32:12

32:12

The final entry in for CRABA. Thanks to all the supporters of the show!By C. Karson

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The Prog Files August 2023 1:01:41

12M ago1:01:41

1:01:41

Summer's taken a turn for the worse hear in Progshire so what better way to bring a sunshine into your life than to listen to August's edition of The Prog Files. It's as though those grey clouds parted -- for a moment, at least. In this month's edition of one hour's classic and new prog rock, you can hear UK; Emerson, Lake & Powell; Starcastle and …

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The Prog Files July 2023 1:00:45

12M ago1:00:45

1:00:45

As the Med burns and America suffers from waves of extreme heat, here in Progshire, the gentle summer rain continues to fall...and fall...and fall. Summer seems to have passed us by in July but never mind, here's July's edition of The Prog Files to sooth your fevered brow. Amid this month's offerings are Peter Gabriel, Guthrie Govan and Magnum. Suc…

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The Prog Files June 2023 1:00:17

1y ago1:00:17

1:00:17

Hey prog fans, we're back with a bullet! (What does that actually mean?) Yes, after May's hiccup, here's June's show fresh and ripe and ready to pluck from the tree of prog. Go on, reach up, grasp the fruit, tug it, feel its firmness, its giving flesh...Ah, you know you just want to play it. And why not? It's yours for the taking. Download it or si…

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The Prog Files April 2023 1:03:19

1+ y ago1:03:19

1:03:19

Hey prog fans, like the proverbial bad penny, April's edition of The Prog Files had finally summoned the motivation to upload itself for your listening pleasure. So, break out your dancing shoes, put on your teeshirt of cosmic consciousness and listen to one hour of classic and new progressive rock. Go on, it'll make your ears burn!…

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The Prog Files March 2023 1:01:44

1+ y ago1:01:44

1:01:44

Avast, ye landlubbers! 'Tis time for March's edition of The Prog Files to come alongside and cast its grappling hooks. That's right: we're boarding your vessel with one hour's top quality progressive rock, some contemporary, some as old as a pirate's treasure trove. You've no option but to lay down your arms and listen to Frost* -- and yes, there i…

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The Prog Files February 2023 1:01:47

1+ y ago1:01:47

1:01:47

Hi folks, here's February's edition a little more promptly than last month's. Spome top classic and new prog inlcuding Magenta, Mostly Autumn and Pink Floyd amongst others. Hope you enjoy.

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The Prog Files January 2023 1:01:26

1+ y ago1:01:26

1:01:26

Ok, so it's too late to be saying "Happy New Year!" so I'll cool it to a cursory -- and factually accurate -- "Here's the first edition of The Prog Files for 2023." As you come to terms with your diet, your new year resolutions and your post-Christmas credit card bills, spend an hour listening to some top quality prog rock. If nothing else, I suspe…

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Episode 20: Post-Wall Pink Floyd 1:39:04

1+ y ago1:39:04

1:39:04

In this, the final episode of Alexander's Ragtime Band, Jeremy, Elliot and James continue their Pink Floyd discussion from an earlier episode. Previously, they discussed the much-maligned post-Syd to Pre-Dark Side era. Today, they discuss the even more maligned post-Wall era - the 80s were a harsh decade for prog rock legends, that's for sure. Than…

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The Prog Files December 2022 59:07

1+ y ago59:07

59:07

As the snow falls gently here in Progshire, it's time to launch December's edition of The Prog Files on an unsuspecting world. With a seasonal flavour, this month's offerings include Keith Emerson, Chris Squire's Swiss Choir, Marillion, Bruford and much more. Go on, chuck another log on the fire and lie back to enjoy one hour's festive prog. It's t…

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The Prog Files November 2022 1:00:44

1+ y ago1:00:44

1:00:44

Better late than never, November's edition is here and ready to entertain you. One hour's top quality prog rock interspersed with a bit of inane yabber from yours truly. Why not csalm your nerves, hit the download button and let it work its magic on your ears?

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Episode 19: Focus, Jon Anderson and The Gong Family 1:26:28

1+ y ago1:26:28

1:26:28

Alexander's Ragtime Band is winding down, so James and Elliot take this chance to rattle off some records and bands that they've always wanted to talk about, but never had the chance to. Elliot is on brand by talking about Jon Anderson, and James stays extremely on brand by talking about Gong non-stop for 20 minutes. Also, Focus.…

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The Prog Files October 2022 1:01:02

2y ago1:01:02

1:01:02

And so it came to pass. From the distant land of Progwallador, beyond the Mountains of the Morose, came a strange and wonderous sound. "Hark, what is that magical noise?" asked the elven folk. "Why," replied the wizard, "'tis none other that October's edition of The Prog Files!" And lo, there was much muttering under the breath. And lo, there was m…

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Episode 18: A Beginner's Guide to Tangerine Dream 1:20:46

2y ago1:20:46

1:20:46

We're going prog-adjacent again to talk about one of our favorite bands, the German electronic music pioneers Tangerine Dream! Elliot and I think that everyone should listen to Tangerine Dream, but with literally hundreds of albums, it can be a bit daunting to get into them. So we thought it would be best to share some recommendations for those who…

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The Prog Files September 2022 1:00:22

2y ago1:00:22

1:00:22

Hi everyone. Not going to make a big song and dance about this one. Doesn't seem appropriate with the mood in the UK. So I'll just say that September's edition of The Prog Files is available now for streaming and downloading. Hope you enjoy it.

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Episode 17: Mythos & Ekspetion 1:17:37

2y ago1:17:37

1:17:37

Last month, we covered Pink Floyd, who are probably the most successful progressive rock act of all-time. This month we are discussing two bands who are decidedly not some of the biggest acts the genre had to offer; Mythos and Ekseption. But while you've probably never heard of these European obscurities, both Elliot and James think that both bands…

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The Prog Files August 2022 1:00:15

2y ago1:00:15

1:00:15

About to head off on your summer holiday? Don't forget to pack August's edition of The Prog Files. It's on your packing list, see, right there under every electrical item known to humanity and shark repellent. August's edition is full of weapon's grade prog including Envy of None, Tim Bowness, Steve Howe and a trip to a far-flung prog destination. …

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Episode 016: Pink Floyd in Transition, 1969-1972 1:22:57

2y ago1:22:57

1:22:57

Pink Floyd started as a psychedelic rock group, and were one of the most important bands of London's underground scene. But after Syd Barrett left the group, the band struggled to find their identity before eventually solidifying themselves as one of the greatest rock bands of all-time. The albums they recorded during this period might not all be g…

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The Prog Files July 2022 59:05

2y ago59:05

59:05

Whaddya mean you didn't order July's edition of the The Prog Files? It's here in m'van. Over there, see. Look mate, I've not driven all this way not to deliver the damned thing so you can 'ave it, right. Not what you ordered? Of course it bloody is! Look at this docket: you said you wanted an hour of top quality new and classic prog inlcuding Porcu…

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Episode 015: Aphrodite's Child and 666 1:14:26

2y ago1:14:26

1:14:26

Before Vangelis was known the world over for his scores to films like Blade Runner and Chariots of Fire, he was a member of Aphrodite's Child. The group started out as a rather by-the-numbers psychedelic rock act, but the band went full prog for their final record, a sprawling concept album about the literal end of the world called 666. Elliot and …

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The Prog Files June 2022 59:54

2y ago59:54

59:54

By the power of Grayskull, June's edition of The Prog Files is here and ready to embark upon its question for global domination. Apart from total control of the Earth, this month's podcast features new and classic prog including Kate Bush, The Smile, Vangelis and a trip to some far-flung musical shore. Why not download or stream it...while you stil…

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Episode 014: Manfred Mann's Earth Band and The Roaring Silence 1:38:30

2y ago1:38:30

1:38:30

The plan was to cover Manfred Mann's Earth Band in the same episode as Supertramp, but we talked so much about Supertramp that we couldn't fit Manfred in. And it turns out that we had even more to say about Manfred Mann (the man), Manfred Mann (the band) and Manfred Mann's (the man) Earth Band, so it was a good thing that we dedicated a whole episo…

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The Prog Files May 2022 1:01:08

2y ago1:01:08

1:01:08

Is a bout of Covid going to stop me bringing you May's edition of The Prog Files podcast? No, it most certainly is not. Fresh from isolation and testing negative, here's an hour's top quality prog rock, both new and old. In this edition, you'll find music from Haken, Yes, Transatlantic and something very Belgian among others.…

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Episode 013: An Interview with Tom Brislin 1:14:16

2+ y ago1:14:16

1:14:16

Elliot and James are joined today by very special guest Tom Brislin! Having toured with the likes of Meat Loaf, Yes, Camel and Renaissance, Tom is now the keyboardist for the legendary prog rock band Kansas! Tom shares stories about his times with these bands, life on the road as a working musician, and what it's been like being a newer member of o…

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Episode 012: Supertramp's Breakfast In America 1:44:03

2+ y ago1:44:03

1:44:03

The original plan here was for Elliot and James to each talk about one album that skirts the line between being prog and not prog, but they both love Supertramp so much that they decided to save the other album for another day. Breakfast In America is a fantastic record! Supertramp are a great band! These are facts that seem to be lost to the annal…

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The Prog Files April 2022 1:00:13

2+ y ago1:00:13

1:00:13

No, you're most definitely not being taken for an April fool. It is a new episode of The Prog Files, fresh and smelling as good as a new car. Why don't you take it for a spin? Enjoy the way it handles. You'll get John Miles to the gallon, Genesis and The Flower Kings plus a visit to a far-flung prog shore. Do yourself a favour. You know you want it…

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Episode 011: The Keyboards of Prog 1:37:53

2+ y ago1:37:53

1:37:53

It's safe to say that without keyboards, progressive rock doesn't exist. And while there have been many different types of keyboards, pianos, and synths that have contributed to the prog rock sound, in this episode we cover the three biggest ones: the Hammond organ, the Mellotron, and early Moogs. Sorry ARP fans, maybe next time.…

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Episode 010: One Album Wonders 1:29:58

2+ y ago1:29:58

1:29:58

Special guest Dr. Sparkle of Chrontendo fame joins us today to discuss artists who either only released one album, or only one album of any regard. While the past few episodes have featured albums that maybe not all of us were keen on, this episode features three stone-cold prog classics: Affinity's self-titled record, First Base by Babe Ruth, and …

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Episode 009: A podcast of Yes music minus Jon Anderson 1:25:03

2+ y ago1:25:03

1:25:03

Jon Anderson parted ways with Yes sometime in the early 2000s, but the band has continued without him in the years since, with three LPs and one EP - but should they have? Elliot and James go album by album and parse out which Jon Anderson-less Yes releases are worth your time, and which ones are most certainly not.…

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The Prog Files March 2022 1:00:14

2+ y ago1:00:14

1:00:14

Crash! Bang! Wallop! Wot a podcast! Yes, it's here: March's edition of The Prog Files is neatly attired and reporting for duty. This month, we have some top prog to set you on your way including Yes, Marillion, Hammock, Hans Zimmer and a trip to a far-flung shore. Join me, why don't you? There's always room for a little one at the back. (And no, th…

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Episode 008: Deloused in the Comatorium 56:17

2+ y ago56:17

56:17

This is a backer request from "Itsumi Mario," who wanted us to go in-depth on the bonkers 2001 debut by the Mars Volta, De-Loused in the Comatorium. Despite definitely not being in the wheelhouse of neither Jeremy nor Elliot, we find a lot to talk about with this one; the Mars Volta are a lot of things, but "boring" certainly isn't one of them. I'm…

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Episode 007: Calling All Stations 1:21:48

2+ y ago1:21:48

1:21:48

With Phil Collins out of the picture, Tony Banks and Mike Rutherford decided to carry on, recruiting singer Ray Wilson to join them. The results were Calling All Stations, an album that's...well...not all that great, but there are some hidden gems there, and Ray Wilson was as good singer, dammit, he got a raw deal!…

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Episode 06: Dipping A Toe 1:31:06

2+ y ago1:31:06

1:31:06

Where do you start with prolific and not-especially-mainstream prog rocks acts like Gentle Giant, Gong, and Hawkwind? Here's our starter advice.

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The Prog Files February 2022 1:00:42

2+ y ago1:00:42

1:00:42

Well, you asked for it and you got it. February's edition of The Prog Files has washed, shaved, brushed its teeth, flossed and is ready for action. This month, it's a bumper helping of Pink Floyd, Jan Hammer, Al di Meola and prog from some far-flung shore that will ease you into the chillest month of the year -- assuming you're northern hemisphere.…

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The Prog Files January 2022 1:00:57

2+ y ago1:00:57

1:00:57

Gosh, I can hardly believe it's January, but here we are -- and there you are! Ready for some more weapons-grade prog rock to start your year. So, this month for your delectation, we have The Anchoress, Dave Gilmour, Blue Oyster Cult, something from a far-flung shore and much more. So if you're suffering from a case of the post-festive blues, strap…

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The Prog Files December 2021 59:31

2+ y ago59:31

59:31

Hey everyone! December's edition of The Prog Files is at last gift-wrapped, tethered with a bow and placed lovingly beneath the Christmas tree for your festive delectation. In this month's holiday edition, you can hear seasonal offerings from Jethro Tull, Gandalf's Fist, The Anchoress, Mike Oldfield and many more. Have a great Christmas everyone an…

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The Prog Files November 2021 1:00:31

2+ y ago1:00:31

1:00:31

As British Summer Time ends here in Progshire and the clocks go back, those dark evenings herald the arrival of November's edition of The Prog Files, like a piece of particularly sweet autumnal fruit. So grab it, take a bit, feel the proggy juices running down your chin -- juices that include Peter Gabriel, The Enid, Everything Everything and a tri…

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