Progression issue 62 (Autumn 2011) now available!

Progression Magazine issue No. 62 is en route to all domestic and international subscribers, and now is available for single-issue purchase.

Featured in this information-packed 112-page issue:

* More than 150 CD and book reviews *

Return To Forever (cover story) — in-depth interviews with Chick Corea, Stanley Clarke and Lenny White including reflections on the seminal fusion band’s historical legacy, individual solo careers and future plans. Says Clarke, “You know, it’s amazing that we can actually get up on a stage together. We’re just guys that think differently about a lot of different subjects, even music. But I always like to say that’s why the band is so good. It sounds ‘driven,’ because there’s this friendly, healthy competition between us.”

Eddie Jobson/UKZ/UZ Project — in-depth interview with the former U.K. kingpin on his work with two band concepts. Says Jobson: “I think you can say that UZ is meant to be a tribute to the progressive rock genre, that we were part of creating. If I can get some of the original people to join the project, we certainly have the capacity to play anything, by anybody.”

Yes — a look at the band’s summer tour including observations by drummer Alan White, keyboardist Geoff Downes, bassist Chris Squire and producer Trevor Horn. Also, an analysis of new album Fly From Here. Says White: “Trevor’s really got a good ear for what Yes should sound like in this age. He takes everything and just makes it a Yes album.”

Pendragon — in-depth interview with frontman Nick Barrett on the band’s musical direction and new album, Passion. Says Barrett: “It’s incredible how purist some people are! Let’s make this clear; I love Genesis, Camel, and Pink Floyd. A lot of other progressive music I can pretty well live without. I don’t love ‘genre.’ I love certain bands or certain albums or certain songs.”

Trans-Siberian Orchestra — creator Paul O’Neill shares his thoughts on what has become America’s biggest touring rock production. Says O’Neill: “I want to have the best prog-rock band out there.”

Symphony X — guitarist Michael Romeo and singer Russell Allen discuss the progressive metal band’s new album, Iconoclast. Says Romeo: “This record will only become accessible to the listener after several runs. That was our purpose. Otherwise, we would have failed trying to create a multifaceted and profound album that gives pleasure to our fans for a long time!”

Mystery — a look at this long-running Canadian progressive band through the eyes of vocalist Benoit David (who doubles with Yes) and guitarist Michel St-Pere. Says David: “The amount of time and energy dealing with a band like Yes vs. Mystery is huge, as Yes is on a schedule that covers touring the world. With Mystery, shows seldom are international and recording for me is just singing. So I’m not in the driver’s seat with either band. Singing is it.”

Alex Mahacek — interview with the guitarist on his work with Eddie Jobson, other bands and solo pursuits. Says Mahacek: “I’m coming from a Frank Zappa background, a Holdsworth background, and that’s what Eddie is as well, basically. OK so there’s an age difference, but musically we are very compatible.”

Marco Minnemann — interview with the drummer on his work with Eddie Jobson, other bands and solo pursuits. Says Minnemann: “The fortunate thing is that when you get a name somewhere with people, you don’t have to try so hard anymore! People know what you’re doing and what to expect, which is a great thing.”

Temporal Chaos Project — the story behind this melodic-progressive band whose members live in three different states and their new album, Fantastic Dreamer. Says singer/keyboardist Henry Tarnecky, “There is some creative synergistic gravity that probably wouldn’t have happened without the Internet. It’s kind of amazing to find musical soul mates that way.”

Jeff Beck — a report on the legendary guitarist’s newest band and recent tour performances.

By Blood Alone — introducing this unique symphonic/melodic goth-metal band from the wilds of Maine, featuring interviews with founder/guitarist John Graveside and singer Cruella. Says Graveside: “I loved the idea of this contrast between light and heavy, where you would have the heavy riffs, soft female vocals, and gentle orchestral sections that would be darkly melodic.”

Rites of Spring Festival 2011 — a look back at ROSFest’s second outing in Gettysburg, Pa. including photos.

The Space Rock Invasion Tour — review of the recent triple-bill tour of Brainticket, Nektar and Huw Lloyd-Langton, including photos.

NEARfest and FarFest — a report on recent developments with the North East Art Rock Festival and plans for next year’s FarFest featuring classic European progressive acts.

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