Jonathan Block and Jay Valade

Prog Will Find A Way

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We get together a couple of times a month to talk about most things progressive rock. We can’t cover every band so we try to highlight the prog rock and adjacent music that moves us the most. Thanks for listening! Your hosts: Jay and Jonathan

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Jonathan Block and Jay Valade

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Jul 1, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 20: Prog World News - June 2024 Edition 12.06.2024

We run down the news in the prog world, including new music from Jon Anderson and Band Geeks, Yes Fragile gets the deluxe box set treatment with an Atmos mix, Jethro Tull Bursting Out box set, dates for Marillion Weekends in 2025, the lineup for Cruise To The Edge 2025, and more.

Episode 19: Record Store Memories 22.05.2024

We talk about the record stores we used to visit and who had the best prog and import selection. This episode focuses mainly on some classic record stores in Connecticut, including Rhymes Records, Cutlers, Trident, Secret Sounds, Nu Music, and more. We couldn’t fit all the stores we wanted to talk about so we’ll continue the discussion in a future episode. The release date for David Gilmour’s new...

Episode 18: Marillion Memories 08.05.2024

While we discuss Marillion often, this episode is dedicated to our memories about discovering the band and the impact of certain albums and tours. And let’s not forget that Marillion started the crowdfunding revolution. Geezabun!

Episode 17: Prog World Roundup - April 2024 Edition 24.04.2024

Tim Taddei sticks around for a roundup of some prog world happenings in April 2024, including new releases and tours from Big Big Train, BEAT (Adrian Belew, Tony Levin, Steve Vai and Danny Carey), Jon Anderson and the Band Geeks, The Decemberists, and more.

Episode 16: Cruise To The Edge 2024 Extravaganza 10.04.2024

Our friend Tim Taddei joins us for a lively take on the 2024 edition of Cruise To The Edge. Tim has been on many Cruises To The Edge and is full of stories that really convey the sights, the sounds and, yes, even the smells of prog rock. Let’s set sail for an unforgettable trip on the high seas of progressive rock with Marillion, Steve Hackett, Flying Colors, Riverside, Big Big Train, and many mor...

Episode 15: 90s Prog, Year By Year 27.03.2024

From Marillion to Porcupine Tree, King Crimson to Anekdoten, Yes to Echolyn, the 90s were full of prog gems, even if we didn’t always know it at the time. Strange engines indeed.

Episode 14: 90s Prog - Return of the Mellotrons 13.03.2024

The 1990s started out strong with prog pop but the Mellotrons came roaring back by the middle of the decade. We discuss our picks for favorite albums and songs from the world of prog in the 1990s.

Episode 13: News! New Pineapple Thief and Steve Hackett Releases, ELP Box Sets, Record Store Day 28.02.2024

Lots of news and releases happening in the prog world and we can’t cover it all. As much of the news as we can fit in 30 minutes, including releases from ELP, Steve Hackett, Pineapple Thief, The Chronicles of Father Robin, and Record Store Day 2024.

Episode 12: Porcupine Tree New Live Release and Everything Peter Gabriel 14.02.2024

Welcome to episode 12! In this episode, we talk about the new live release from Porcupine Tree and take a look at Peter Gabriel’s career. For this episode we enjoy some Yes-themed beers from Nod Hill Brewery in Connecticut. Thanks for listening

Episode 11: A Look Back At 80’s Prog, Part 2 31.01.2024

We’re back with Part 2 of our look at 1980’s Progressive Rock. Thanks for listening!

Episode 10: A Look Back At 80’s Prog, Part 1 17.01.2024

in this episode we talk about prog in the 1980s, the transition out of the 70s, and how prog never really went away. One correction for you trainspotters: Yes often played Gimme Some Lovin’ as the encore on the 90125 tour. Thanks for listening!

Episode 9: All Things Rush 03.01.2024

For this episode, we talk about where we got on board, and off, the Rush train. Is it prog? Is it hard rock? It’s Rush!

Episode 8: Holiday Prog, The Yes Album Ultimate Box Set 20.12.2023

Welcome to episode 8! It’s the holiday season, so we discuss some of our favorite prog Christmas music, including Keith Emerson and Jon Anderson. We also share our impressions of the new ultimate box set for The Yes Album. We might just talk a little too much about Yes, if that’s possible! Thanks for watching!

Episode 7: All Things Genesis 06.12.2023

Welcome to episode 7! Given Genesis’ retirement, we discuss the many different phases of the band and how we each discovered this Prog titan. Thanks for listening

Episode 6: Robert Fripp on Live at Daryl’s House and a Look Back at 1973 22.11.2023

In this episode we talk about Robert Fripp and Daryl Hall’s performances at Daryl’s House. We also talk about some pivotal releases from 1973.

Episode 5: New Releases From Steve Wilson and Trevor Rabin, Carl Palmer’s ELP Legacy 08.11.2023

In this episode, we talk about the new albums from Trevor Rabin and Steve Wilson. We also discuss the Carl Palmer’s latest project. Thanks for listening!

Episode 4: Roger Waters Reimagines Dark Side Of The Moon, Who’s Next: Lifehouse Edition Box Set 25.10.2023

Welcome to Episode 4 of our progressive rock podcast. In this episode we debate the merits of the new Dark Side of the Moon redux by Roger Waters. We also talk about the new Who release of Who’s Next: Lifehouse Edition box and Francis Dunnery’s It Bites. Thanks for listening!

Episode 3: A Celebration of 50 Years of Mike Oldfield’s Tubular Bells 11.10.2023

This episode is dedicated to all the various releases of Tubular Bells over the last 50 years by Mike Oldfield.

Episode 2: Prog Box Sets, Prog Videos on YouTube 27.09.2023

In this episode we talk more about some upcoming box sets and compare notes on the great quality Prog videos you can find on YouTube, particularly from The Midnight Special and The Old Grey Whistle Test. Thanks for listening!

Episode 1: Marillion Weekend 2023, Yes Tormato Book 13.09.2023

In this episode we cover recent box set news, Jay shares his experiences at Marillion Weekend 2023 and discuss the book on the Tormato album.

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