eThe List[]
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| King Crimson | In the Court of the Crimson King | 1969 | This sole album, as King Crimson's very first, basically defined the genre of what we call "prog rock". Ironically enough, the band has always denied allegations that they are slapped with the "prog" label. But on the contrary to what the band may think, this stunning five song, forty-five minute album is by all means, the true definition of the progressive rock genre. | Download |  |
| Jethro Tull | Aqualung | 1971 |
SITTING ON A PARK BENCH EYEING LITTLE GIRLS WITH BAD INTENTIONS |
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Yes |
Close To The Edge |
1972 |
Awesome prog music. These guys are one of the pioneers of prog. |
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| Jethro Tull | Thick As A Brick | 1972 | The epic is notable for its numerous time signature and tempo changes (not uncommon to the newly emerging progressive subgenre of rock), as well as a large number of themes throughout the piece, resembling a typical classical symphony in this regard, rather than a typical rock song. Released in 1972, Thick As A Brick was Tull's first true prog rock offering, four years after the release of their first album. Not only was the musical structure complex, but many instruments uncommon in rock music were added. Whereas in prior numbers the band were content with guitars, drums, piano, Hammond organ, and Ian Anderson's signature flute, Thick as a Brick additionally included harpsichord, xylophone, violin, lute, trumpet, and a string section. | Download |   |
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Rush |
Moving Pictures |
1981 |
An absolute staple of progressive hard rock, and a must-have for any fan. |
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Dream Theater |
Images and Words |
1992 |
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