Formed in Rio de Janeiro in 2011, Caravela Escalarte is firmly rooted in classic seventies prog. Comprised of bassist/vocalist David Paiva, keyboardist Ronaldo Rodrigues and drummer Elcio Cafaro, the band is a delightful trip back to the days of keyboard-driven…
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Full disclosure: I am a sucker for both symphonic Italian prog and concept albums. Kim, by L’Estate di San Martino, satisfyingly scratches both itches. Formed in Perugia in 1975, the band has had an unconventional journey to this point. Following…
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Hailing from the heel of the boot of Southern Italy comes the band Crianza. The beautiful white limestone cliffs, the blue-green Adriatic and sun-kissed beaches are reflected impressionistically, if not directly, in the breezy watercolor sailboat that adorns the cover…
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Jazz is one of the few uniquely American art forms. As such, it has been incredibly progressive in the most literal sense of the word. Pop, classical, rock and avant-garde have all influenced, and been influenced by, jazz music. Virtuoso…
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Dave Kerzner writes prog songs with a pop sensibility. This is not to say you’ll be hearing his music on Top 40 Radio (and more’s the shame for it), but you’ll inevitably be humming along with his tunes within seconds…
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