Steve Petch
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Apr 22 2013
Lifesigns | Lifesigns
I have always been of the opinion that John Young is one of the nicest guys in the music biz and followed his career avidly since meeting him whilst he was on tour with Greenslade many years ago. The John Young band are always a popular attraction and his style is instantly likable so …
Apr 18 2013
Storm Thorgeson, Pink Floyd art guru dies
Team Progmeister regretfully inform all that art legend Storm Thorgeson has passed away this afternoon aged sixty nine. His art work was the signature of Pink Floyd and often refered to as the fifth member of the band. He made Pink Floyd’s album covers amongst the most recognised in musical history. Storm also designed …
Apr 15 2013
The Paul Birchall Trio | Stokesley Town Hall 12/04/2012
What’s that i hear you say? Jazz? On Progmeister.com? Well, not exactly. I make no secret of being a huge fan of Paul Birchall and the music he brought to us via the brilliant Combination Head who’s albums still rank highly as some of my favourite Prog albums. Having seen Paul perform on other …
Apr 09 2013
To be or not to be? That is the question.
Many of you may have or may not have noticed that my input lately on Progmeister could not be described as prolific. there are many reasons for this, I started a new job, i am in the process of moving house and dealing with some minor health issues. Despite my commitment to reviewing new releases …
Apr 04 2013
Steve Hackett pre-tour release
Announces the release of ‘Selection’ to coincide with UK tour As the Genesis Revisited live experience is about to be unleashed in the UK, Steve Hackett announces the release of Selection on 13th May; the single CD album will feature a collection of songs taken from Genesis Revisited II and include a newly recorded version …
Mar 24 2013
UK Pink Floyd | Really rather good
Friday evening (22nd March) proved to be very entertaining indeed. Due to cancelling an event that i had organised that evening i was coerced into attending a celebration Dark Side Of The Moon at forty. Being as down in the dumps as i was i decided to go along. I am very glad i …
Mar 13 2013
Steven Wilson | The Raven That Refused To Sing
Steven Wilson has without doubt become one of the most respected musicians and technician in todays present progressive music scene. Not without good reason. Steven’s ability to sprinkle fairy dust on all he touches. Long may it reign. Mr Wilson’s last presentation the excellent Grace For Drowning was a resounding success and Steven set …
Mar 12 2013
Peter Banks guitar legend passes away
Progmeister is sad to hear of the passing of guitarist Peter Banks. Peter was the original guitarist with Prog legends Yes. Guitar Legend Peter Banks Passes – July 15, 1947 – March 8, 2013 London, UK – Best known for his innovative and unique guitar work with YES and Flash, as well as his own …
