Dave Kerzner

Special Episode – Progstock 2023 Part 1, Dave KerznerIn this special episode, the group gets to catch up with Friend of the Palaver Dave Kerzner in anticipation of his performance at Progstock 2023.  Dave is his usual forthright self, letting us in on some of his myriad projects.  We talk about the series of albums he is planning as well as plans with Sound of Contact bandmate Matt Dorsey and even an upcoming tour with Genetics!  Dave dives deep into his thoughts about a host of subjects.  Buckle up and hang on for this first installment in support of Progstock 2023!Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Special Episode – Progstock 2023 Part 1, Dave Kerzner In this special episode, the group gets to catch up with Friend of the Palaver Dave Kerzner in anticipation of his performance at Progstock 2023. Dave is his usual forthright self, letting us in on some of his myriad projects. We talk about the series of albums he is planning as well as plans with Sound of Contact bandmate Matt Dorsey and even an upcoming tour with Genetics! Dave dives deep into his thoughts about a host of subjects. Buckle up and hang on for this first installment in support of Progstock 2023! Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Special Episode - Progstock 2023 Part 1 - Dave Kerzner

Episode 142 – Marillion Part 15, An Hour Before It’s DarkRegardless of what season it is, Marillion’s An Hour Before It’s Dark is a powerful experience.  As the Palaver considers this collection of songs born of the pandemic, we struggle with where to put the meaning.  Hogarth and company provide us a rich tapestry to consider.  From the power of the opening of the album to the sometimes-confounding Sierra Leone, AHBID offers us much to enjoy and contemplate.  While the Palaver’s opinions of this record were still evolving at the time of this recording, we hope you enjoy where we were at the time.Twitter: @progpalaFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 142 – Marillion Part 15, An Hour Before It’s Dark Regardless of what season it is, Marillion’s An Hour Before It’s Dark is a powerful experience. As the Palaver considers this collection of songs born of the pandemic, we struggle with where to put the meaning. Hogarth and company provide us a rich tapestry to consider. From the power of the opening of the album to the sometimes-confounding Sierra Leone, AHBID offers us much to enjoy and contemplate. While the Palaver’s opinions of this record were still evolving at the time of this recording, we hope you enjoy where we were at the time. Twitter: @progpala Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 142 - Marillion Part 15, An Hour Before It's Dark

Bonus Episode – Foundation Season 2 PreviewSPOILER ALERT – This episode contains spoilers for Foundation season 1 and all of Asimov’s published Foundation novels.On the eve of the second season, Joe and Sarah revisit the world of Isaac Asimov’s Foundation to celebrate the return of the Apple TV series.  Our season 1 recap episode had some knowledge gaps that we have since closed.  Armed with more knowledge, we wanted to take a fresh look at what the first season of the Apple TV adaptation tells us and take some wild guesses as to where the show may go in season 2 and beyond.  Twitter: @progpalaFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Bonus Episode – Foundation Season 2 Preview SPOILER ALERT – This episode contains spoilers for Foundation season 1 and all of Asimov’s published Foundation novels. On the eve of the second season, Joe and Sarah revisit the world of Isaac Asimov’s Foundation to celebrate the return of the Apple TV series. Our season 1 recap episode had some knowledge gaps that we have since closed. Armed with more knowledge, we wanted to take a fresh look at what the first season of the Apple TV adaptation tells us and take some wild guesses as to where the show may go in season 2 and beyond. Twitter: @progpala Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Bonus Episode - Foundation Season 2 Preview

Steven Wilson

Episode 141 – Steven Wilson Part 5, The Future BitesAnother pandemic-impacted album with Steven Wilson’s The Future Bites.  The group has an enjoyable time exploring Steven’s commentaries on modern life, presented over a more sparse and electronic musical bed.  We continually play “spot the influence” and “what is the message” with this fantastic collection of songs.  There is a wide range of opinions on this album that reflect what a deep and meaningful texture it is.Twitter: @progpalaFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 141 – Steven Wilson Part 5, The Future Bites Another pandemic-impacted album with Steven Wilson’s The Future Bites. The group has an enjoyable time exploring Steven’s commentaries on modern life, presented over a more sparse and electronic musical bed. We continually play “spot the influence” and “what is the message” with this fantastic collection of songs. There is a wide range of opinions on this album that reflect what a deep and meaningful texture it is. Twitter: @progpala Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 141 - Steven Wilson Part 5, The Future Bites

Episode 140 – Yes Part 22, The QuestThe Palaver returns to the glory days of the pandemic to discuss The Quest from Yes.  Other things kept some members away, so Paul and Joe take a stab at this record.  While many have praised this record, we at the Palaver had a somewhat difficult experience.  There are obviously some shining moments here, but we also find some aspects not to our liking.  Regardless, a Yes record of any variety if better than most.  We are curious to hear your thoughts on this one too.  Twitter: @progpalaFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 140 – Yes Part 22, The Quest The Palaver returns to the glory days of the pandemic to discuss The Quest from Yes. Other things kept some members away, so Paul and Joe take a stab at this record. While many have praised this record, we at the Palaver had a somewhat difficult experience. There are obviously some shining moments here, but we also find some aspects not to our liking. Regardless, a Yes record of any variety if better than most. We are curious to hear your thoughts on this one too. Twitter: @progpala Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 140 - Yes Part 22, The Quest

Special Episode – Interview with Kevin Mulryne, Author of Yes - The Tormato StoryIn this special episode we have the chance to speak with friend of the Palaver, host of The Yes Music Podcast, and now published author.  Kevin provides us some insight into his new book, Yes - The Tormato Story.  We go into all the usual Palaver corners covering his motivations for writing this particular book, his methods of research, and things that he learned along the way.  Kevin’s answers are, as expected, illuminating and entertaining.  It’s always an extreme pleasure to speak to such a well-versed gentleman about a topic we all love!Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Special Episode – Interview with Kevin Mulryne, Author of Yes - The Tormato Story In this special episode we have the chance to speak with friend of the Palaver, host of The Yes Music Podcast, and now published author. Kevin provides us some insight into his new book, Yes - The Tormato Story. We go into all the usual Palaver corners covering his motivations for writing this particular book, his methods of research, and things that he learned along the way. Kevin’s answers are, as expected, illuminating and entertaining. It’s always an extreme pleasure to speak to such a well-versed gentleman about a topic we all love! Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Special Episode - Interview With Kevin Mulryne, May 2023

Episode 139 – Yes Part 21, From a PageThe group returns to the late-model Yes catalog with From a Page.  This release is a very welcome look back at the lineup-that-never-really-was.  These tracks which were ultimately put aside for the sweeping (and wonderful) Fly From Here give us a glimpse of what the Oliver Wakeman, David, Howe, White, Squire configuration could have been.  These tracks retain the hallmarks of Yes while showcasing a bit of Benoit David’s range and demonstrating that Oliver has a deep understanding of what makes Yes music.  Twitter: @progpalaFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 139 – Yes Part 21, From a Page The group returns to the late-model Yes catalog with From a Page. This release is a very welcome look back at the lineup-that-never-really-was. These tracks which were ultimately put aside for the sweeping (and wonderful) Fly From Here give us a glimpse of what the Oliver Wakeman, David, Howe, White, Squire configuration could have been. These tracks retain the hallmarks of Yes while showcasing a bit of Benoit David’s range and demonstrating that Oliver has a deep understanding of what makes Yes music. Twitter: @progpala Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 139 - Yes Part 21, From A Page

Matt Dorsey

Special Episode – Interview with Matt Dorsey, April 2023In this special episode we have the opportunity to learn more about Matt Dorsey (former Sound of Contact, Progjekt, and others) and his first solo release, Let Go.  We greatly enjoyed getting to know Matt, hearing about his process and inspiration for his songs.  He was kind to share some of his journey that led to this brightest of solo debuts.  There is a comfortable feel to this discussion and we hope you enjoy it as much as we all did. Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Special Episode – Interview with Matt Dorsey, April 2023 In this special episode we have the opportunity to learn more about Matt Dorsey (former Sound of Contact, Progjekt, and others) and his first solo release, Let Go. We greatly enjoyed getting to know Matt, hearing about his process and inspiration for his songs. He was kind to share some of his journey that led to this brightest of solo debuts. There is a comfortable feel to this discussion and we hope you enjoy it as much as we all did. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Special Episode - Interview with Matt Dorsey, April 2023

Episode 138  – Yes Part 20, AwakenOn the heels of our episode ranking Yes epic songs, we thought we would take some time to dive deeper into (perhaps) our favorite Yes epic, Awaken.  We considered five different versions spanning some 40 years.  While there are many more that we could have ranked (and that we listened to), we focused on the original studio recording and the live versions from the Union, House of Yes, ARW, and Yes50 tours.  These different versions each provide their own charms and experiences.  The good news is that there is no tiring of this classic track.Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 138 – Yes Part 20, Awaken On the heels of our episode ranking Yes epic songs, we thought we would take some time to dive deeper into (perhaps) our favorite Yes epic, Awaken. We considered five different versions spanning some 40 years. While there are many more that we could have ranked (and that we listened to), we focused on the original studio recording and the live versions from the Union, House of Yes, ARW, and Yes50 tours. These different versions each provide their own charms and experiences. The good news is that there is no tiring of this classic track. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 138 - Yes Part 20, Awaken

Ken Fuller

SCS26 – Yes Close to the Edge 50, October 2022 with Ken FullerFriend of the Palaver Ken Fuller shares his experiences attending a rehearsal by Yes for their 50th anniversary tour of the Close to the Edge album.  The rehearsal took place at Mickey’s Black Box in Lititz, Pennsylvania.  Ken F enjoyed the drive out to Amish country and scored himself some first row seats in front of Billy Sherwood.  In his usual style and detail, Ken F provides the Palaver with insight and memories of a full-on show, complete with a (very minor) Steve incident.  It’s always great fun to talk with Ken and this experience is one not many get to have! Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

SCS26 – Yes Close to the Edge 50, October 2022 with Ken Fuller Friend of the Palaver Ken Fuller shares his experiences attending a rehearsal by Yes for their 50th anniversary tour of the Close to the Edge album. The rehearsal took place at Mickey’s Black Box in Lititz, Pennsylvania. Ken F enjoyed the drive out to Amish country and scored himself some first row seats in front of Billy Sherwood. In his usual style and detail, Ken F provides the Palaver with insight and memories of a full-on show, complete with a (very minor) Steve incident. It’s always great fun to talk with Ken and this experience is one not many get to have! Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

SCS26 - Yes Close To The Edge 50, October 2022 With Ken Fuller

This is a podcast by a group of lifelong friends and appreciators of music discussing the greatest progressive rock bands, album by album.

just discvoered your podcast and loved it.  Not a huge fan of many other progressive rock podcasts but your down to earth and personal collaborative approach with freinds, won me over.  What is the music that begins your podcast?

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Really enjoying this podcast. The discussions are full of insights and fascinating perspectives on the various bands. Keep up the great work guys!

Great Podcast For Fans of Progressive Rock

Progressive Palaver

Episode 66 – Genesis Part 6, The Lamb Lies Down on BroadwayKen, Joe and Paul dive into The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway.  This is an album that required a certain amount of effort for us to get our mind around.  Interestingly, each Palaver member ended up with their approach and interpretation of this work.  What is the story?  What does the imagery mean?  What exactly IS the lamb?  These questions and more are pondered while the group considers the music as well. Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 66 – Genesis Part 6, The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway Ken, Joe and Paul dive into The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway. This is an album that required a certain amount of effort for us to get our mind around. Interestingly, each Palaver member ended up with their approach and interpretation of this work. What is the story? What does the imagery mean? What exactly IS the lamb? These questions and more are pondered while the group considers the music as well. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 66 - Genesis Part 6, The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway

Episode 64 – Genesis Part 4, Foxtrot Paul, Tom, Ken and Joe cover what may be the best of five-person Genesis, Foxtrot.  There is balance in the force for this excellent album.  What does Foxtrot have in common with Jesus Christ Superstar and Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer?  Tune into this episode of the Palaver and find out.Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 64 – Genesis Part 4, Foxtrot Paul, Tom, Ken and Joe cover what may be the best of five-person Genesis, Foxtrot. There is balance in the force for this excellent album. What does Foxtrot have in common with Jesus Christ Superstar and Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer? Tune into this episode of the Palaver and find out. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 64 - Genesis Part 4, Foxtrot

Episode 46 – Yes Part 10, 90125In order to help celebrate 50 years of Yes, the Palaver returns to the Yes catalog with the 1983 album 90125.  Paul, Tom, Ken and Joe (including Jay and Colby in spirit if not substance) dive deep into this game-changing (for better or worse) album featuring the return of Jon Anderson and Tony Kaye to the band.  The significant influence of the two Trevors is contemplated.  The Palaver  talks at length about the courage demonstrated by the songwriting collaboration to create these truly remarkable songs and is left impressed.  Whether this album is “classic” Yes or not, it is very clearly a timeless masterpiece in terms of songwriting, performance and production.Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaInstagram: ProgPala / Progressive PalaverYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 46 – Yes Part 10, 90125 In order to help celebrate 50 years of Yes, the Palaver returns to the Yes catalog with the 1983 album 90125. Paul, Tom, Ken and Joe (including Jay and Colby in spirit if not substance) dive deep into this game-changing (for better or worse) album featuring the return of Jon Anderson and Tony Kaye to the band. The significant influence of the two Trevors is contemplated. The Palaver talks at length about the courage demonstrated by the songwriting collaboration to create these truly remarkable songs and is left impressed. Whether this album is “classic” Yes or not, it is very clearly a timeless masterpiece in terms of songwriting, performance and production. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> Instagram: ProgPala / Progressive Palaver YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 46 - Yes Part 10, 90125

The Yes palaver continues with Jay, Tom, Ken, Paul and Joe covering Talk.  The group considers the (at the time) cutting edge recording and production techniques which lend this album a unique flavor.  The 2 &lt; 5 theory is explored again as well as the effect of no strong outside producer (too many Trevors, too many Jons and where is the bass???).  This album does, however, contain perhaps the most "Yes" portion of music of the Trevor Rabin albums in the song State of Play of all places.  Tom brings it all home by posing the question Talk or Tormato...  You decide.Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaInstagram: ProgPala / Progressive PalaverYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

The Yes palaver continues with Jay, Tom, Ken, Paul and Joe covering Talk. The group considers the (at the time) cutting edge recording and production techniques which lend this album a unique flavor. The 2 &lt; 5 theory is explored again as well as the effect of no strong outside producer (too many Trevors, too many Jons and where is the bass???). This album does, however, contain perhaps the most "Yes" portion of music of the Trevor Rabin albums in the song State of Play of all places. Tom brings it all home by posing the question Talk or Tormato... You decide. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> Instagram: ProgPala / Progressive Palaver YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 50 - Yes Part 13, Talk

Aura

Episode 44 – Asia Part 5 Aura, Silent Nation &amp; PhoenixJoe continues his solo consideration of the Asia catalog, finishing up the John Payne era with Aura and Silent Nation before moving on to the rebirth of original Asia with Phoenix.  Aura, always a  Joe favorite, fares well over time and there is much in this album to appreciate.  The long list of guest musicians provides depth and interest across the tracks.  The songwriting is solid and interesting.  And, of course, Aura contains what may be the best Asia track ever in “Free”.  Simply phenomenal.  The John Payne era of Asia finishes strong with Silent Nation.  The fact that this album was recorded as a band is obvious upon listening and provides a warmer, more organic feel.  Guthrie Govan is a consistent highlight on Silent Nation and Billy Sherwood and Jay Schellen arrive on the scene.  Phoenix sees a significant shift back to the original lineup of Downes, Howe, Palmer and Wetton.  As one might expect from such a reunion, there is a lot of energy in the performance and songwriting on Phoenix.  This is an album that continues to get better with repeated listens  Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 44 – Asia Part 5 Aura, Silent Nation &amp; Phoenix Joe continues his solo consideration of the Asia catalog, finishing up the John Payne era with Aura and Silent Nation before moving on to the rebirth of original Asia with Phoenix. Aura, always a Joe favorite, fares well over time and there is much in this album to appreciate. The long list of guest musicians provides depth and interest across the tracks. The songwriting is solid and interesting. And, of course, Aura contains what may be the best Asia track ever in “Free”. Simply phenomenal. The John Payne era of Asia finishes strong with Silent Nation. The fact that this album was recorded as a band is obvious upon listening and provides a warmer, more organic feel. Guthrie Govan is a consistent highlight on Silent Nation and Billy Sherwood and Jay Schellen arrive on the scene. Phoenix sees a significant shift back to the original lineup of Downes, Howe, Palmer and Wetton. As one might expect from such a reunion, there is a lot of energy in the performance and songwriting on Phoenix. This is an album that continues to get better with repeated listens Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 44 - Asia Part 5 Aura, Silent Nation & Phoenix

Episode 10 – Yes Part 1 “Yes Preamble” Paul, Joe and Ken begin their discussion of the early Yes catalog (through Drama) with an overview of their thoughts on Yes.  Joe explains his biases and the group explains how each discovered Yes.  Bill Bruford is discovered, Tony Kaye is redeemed and Joe needs to buy Jay Schellen dinner.Tweet us @progpala.  Write us at progpala@gmail.com.  Follow Progressive Palaver on Instagram, facebook and youtube.

Episode 10 – Yes Part 1 “Yes Preamble” Paul, Joe and Ken begin their discussion of the early Yes catalog (through Drama) with an overview of their thoughts on Yes. Joe explains his biases and the group explains how each discovered Yes. Bill Bruford is discovered, Tony Kaye is redeemed and Joe needs to buy Jay Schellen dinner. Tweet us @progpala. Write us at progpala@gmail.com. Follow Progressive Palaver on Instagram, facebook and youtube.

Episode 10 - Yes Part 1, Yes Preamble

Episode 32 – Rush Part 7, Moving PicturesPaul, Ken, Colby and Joe tackle Rush’s cornerstone album, Moving Pictures.  This album presents some interesting challenges given its near ubiquity in the classic rock radio.  The extreme level of familiarity we have with parts of this record can lead to complacency but the Palaver tries to give each track its due.  We discuss the songwriting, musicianship and production in the context of the greater Rush catalog and ultimately decide that Moving Pictures is as good as everyone says it is.  Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 32 – Rush Part 7, Moving Pictures Paul, Ken, Colby and Joe tackle Rush’s cornerstone album, Moving Pictures. This album presents some interesting challenges given its near ubiquity in the classic rock radio. The extreme level of familiarity we have with parts of this record can lead to complacency but the Palaver tries to give each track its due. We discuss the songwriting, musicianship and production in the context of the greater Rush catalog and ultimately decide that Moving Pictures is as good as everyone says it is. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 32 - Rush Part 7, Moving Pictures

The third installment in the Special Concert Series of Progressive Palaver finds Paul and Joe discussing the Yes Featuring ARW show in Philadelphia from October 1.  Much was talked about including the Kimmel Center for Performing Arts, Rick Wakeman's wardrobe, the simple majesty of Awaken and Rick's stand-up talents.

SCS3 - Yes Feat ARW3 - Philadelphia PA

Episode 26 – Rush Part 1, Overture &amp; RushKen, Paul and Joe move into the Canadian prog scene and one of the all-time great bands, Rush.  This series on Rush starts with the usual overview of our feelings on the band and how we each got into them.  Ken’s tale of recording Exit Stage Left off the radio is both nostalgic and inspiring.  From there we go on to consider Rush’s self-titled debut album.  This album is not something with which most of us were familiar yet we found much here to enjoy.  Rush, as a band, were certainly in there infancy but there were certainly some unexpected gems.  Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 26 – Rush Part 1, Overture &amp; Rush Ken, Paul and Joe move into the Canadian prog scene and one of the all-time great bands, Rush. This series on Rush starts with the usual overview of our feelings on the band and how we each got into them. Ken’s tale of recording Exit Stage Left off the radio is both nostalgic and inspiring. From there we go on to consider Rush’s self-titled debut album. This album is not something with which most of us were familiar yet we found much here to enjoy. Rush, as a band, were certainly in there infancy but there were certainly some unexpected gems. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 26 - Rush Part 1, Overture (Our Palaver Preamble) & Rush

Paul, Tom, Ken and Joe discuss Marillion's Afraid of Sunlight.  Also featured is a short recap of Tom's thoughts regarding the albums covered in the previous few episodes.

Episode 4 - Marillion Part 4, Afraid of Sunlight

Episode 29  – Rush Part 4, HemispheresPaul, Ken, Tom and Joe move into the culmination of the most progressive part of the Rush catalog with Hemispheres.  The album fares well in the Palaver estimation.  Joe has a moment (or several) discussing the title track in the face of some opposition.  Circumstances is given high marks while the merits of The Trees is duly considered.  And for what it’s worth, the Palaver feels that La Villa Strangiato is NOT self-indulgent.Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 29 – Rush Part 4, Hemispheres Paul, Ken, Tom and Joe move into the culmination of the most progressive part of the Rush catalog with Hemispheres. The album fares well in the Palaver estimation. Joe has a moment (or several) discussing the title track in the face of some opposition. Circumstances is given high marks while the merits of The Trees is duly considered. And for what it’s worth, the Palaver feels that La Villa Strangiato is NOT self-indulgent. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 29 - Rush Part 4, Hemispheres

On the advice of one of our listeners, the Palaver go back into the Marillion catalog to look at the Less Is More album while also giving some attention to B'Sides Themselves and Remixatosis.  While discussing Less Is More Joe and Ken contemplate the effect of Marillion revisiting these songs outside of the standard progrock band setup and whether or not the songs benefit from this different treatment.  Later on we learn that Ken has remixaphobia and a plan to revisit Marillion at least once more...Tweet us @progpala or send your thoughts to us at progpala@gmail.com.  You can also find the palaver on instagram, youtube and facebook as Progressive Palaver.  Yes episodes coming soon!

On the advice of one of our listeners, the Palaver go back into the Marillion catalog to look at the Less Is More album while also giving some attention to B'Sides Themselves and Remixatosis. While discussing Less Is More Joe and Ken contemplate the effect of Marillion revisiting these songs outside of the standard progrock band setup and whether or not the songs benefit from this different treatment. Later on we learn that Ken has remixaphobia and a plan to revisit Marillion at least once more... Tweet us @progpala or send your thoughts to us at progpala@gmail.com. You can also find the palaver on instagram, youtube and facebook as Progressive Palaver. Yes episodes coming soon!

Episode 9 - Marillion Part 9

Episode 76 – Genesis Part 16, Supper’s ReadyThe Palaver goes in slightly different direction considering a single song.  Supper’s Ready is obviously a very important (dare I say critical) piece of music in the Genesis catalog.  It is a complex composition and has a relatively wide array of performances / interpretations.  We dive deep into the various sections, discuss the way different bands present this work and consider the ridiculous question of which version is the defining one.  We hope you enjoy this somewhat different Palaver.  Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaInstagram: ProgPala / Progressive PalaverYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 76 – Genesis Part 16, Supper’s Ready The Palaver goes in slightly different direction considering a single song. Supper’s Ready is obviously a very important (dare I say critical) piece of music in the Genesis catalog. It is a complex composition and has a relatively wide array of performances / interpretations. We dive deep into the various sections, discuss the way different bands present this work and consider the ridiculous question of which version is the defining one. We hope you enjoy this somewhat different Palaver. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> Instagram: ProgPala / Progressive Palaver YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 76 - Genesis Part 16, Supper's Ready

Episode 37 – Rush Part 12, Hold Your FireKen and Joe attempt to tackle the intricate beauty that is Hold Your Fire without the usual support of the larger Palaver community.  Ken begins with a outline of traditional Palaver roles in the group before he and Joe go into the greater prog context of Hold Your Fire.  The track consideration allows Joe and Ken to go into the songwriting, lyrical themes and production that make Hold Your Fire a hidden gem.  Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 37 – Rush Part 12, Hold Your Fire Ken and Joe attempt to tackle the intricate beauty that is Hold Your Fire without the usual support of the larger Palaver community. Ken begins with a outline of traditional Palaver roles in the group before he and Joe go into the greater prog context of Hold Your Fire. The track consideration allows Joe and Ken to go into the songwriting, lyrical themes and production that make Hold Your Fire a hidden gem. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 37 - Rush Part 12, Hold Your Fire

Episode 27 – Rush Part 2, Fly By Night &amp; Caress of SteelKen, Paul and Joe continue on with the palaver on the early Rush catalog.  In this episode we cover Fly By Night and Caress of Steel.  The overall theme of our first Rush episode continues with some happy discoveries of some unexpectedly wonderful moments.  Fly By Night generally fares better than Caress of Steel in our estimation but we definitely enjoy delving into these early albums.  Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 27 – Rush Part 2, Fly By Night &amp; Caress of Steel Ken, Paul and Joe continue on with the palaver on the early Rush catalog. In this episode we cover Fly By Night and Caress of Steel. The overall theme of our first Rush episode continues with some happy discoveries of some unexpectedly wonderful moments. Fly By Night generally fares better than Caress of Steel in our estimation but we definitely enjoy delving into these early albums. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 27 - Rush Part 2, Fly By Night & Caress Of Steel

Star Wars Palaver – Episode IX The Rise of SkywalkerSPOILER ALERT – This episode contains many and repeated spoilers for Star Wars Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker.  Paul, Tom, Joe and share their thoughts on The Rise of Skywalker exploring the plot threads, expanded universe tie-ins and philosophical interpretations of the movie.  Star Wars as only the Palaver can do it.Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Star Wars Palaver – Episode IX The Rise of Skywalker SPOILER ALERT – This episode contains many and repeated spoilers for Star Wars Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker. Paul, Tom, Joe and share their thoughts on The Rise of Skywalker exploring the plot threads, expanded universe tie-ins and philosophical interpretations of the movie. Star Wars as only the Palaver can do it. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Star Wars Palaver - Episode IX, The Rise Of Skywalker

Episode 70 – Genesis Part 10, Duke“The Futility of Ambition”  - Is Duke the best 3-man Genesis album?  Is Duke the best Genesis album period?  Cases are made for both in this Palaver on a most sublime album.  Like Janus looking both forward and backward at once, Duke is a very important album in the catalog.  Paul, Joe and Ken look at the themes, inspirations and implications that run throughout.    Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 70 – Genesis Part 10, Duke “The Futility of Ambition” - Is Duke the best 3-man Genesis album? Is Duke the best Genesis album period? Cases are made for both in this Palaver on a most sublime album. Like Janus looking both forward and backward at once, Duke is a very important album in the catalog. Paul, Joe and Ken look at the themes, inspirations and implications that run throughout. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 70 - Duke Part 10, Duke

Episode 74 – Genesis Part 14, We Can’t DanceThe end of the Phil Collins era of Genesis is covered by Ken, Paul, Joe and Tom in this Palaver.  The group considers several pressing questions.   Is this album the end of Genesis canon?   Is the album too long?  Are there Phil solo songs hiding here?  How did they get those killer drum sounds?  Will Nick Davis talk to the Palaver?  And surprisingly, is Fading Lights pure genius or half-baked flawed masterpiece?  We consider all these and more and finish up with a fun game of “boo or yay”.Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 74 – Genesis Part 14, We Can’t Dance The end of the Phil Collins era of Genesis is covered by Ken, Paul, Joe and Tom in this Palaver. The group considers several pressing questions. Is this album the end of Genesis canon? Is the album too long? Are there Phil solo songs hiding here? How did they get those killer drum sounds? Will Nick Davis talk to the Palaver? And surprisingly, is Fading Lights pure genius or half-baked flawed masterpiece? We consider all these and more and finish up with a fun game of “boo or yay”. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 74 - Genesis Part 14, We Can't Dance

Episode 73 – Genesis Part 13, Invisible TouchA master class in mid-80’s prog or sell-out schlock fest?  Tom, Colby, Joe and Ken dive into Invisible Touch.  This palaver sees some wide ranges of opinion on different aspects of this album from production to songwriting to performance.  As the attorney for the defense (mostly) Ken takes up the charge of protecting the album from the cynicism of Colby and Tom.  “My client does not wish to be referred to as tuna casserole”  Twitter: @progpalaEmail: progpala@gmail.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPalaYouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featuredTheme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 73 – Genesis Part 13, Invisible Touch A master class in mid-80’s prog or sell-out schlock fest? Tom, Colby, Joe and Ken dive into Invisible Touch. This palaver sees some wide ranges of opinion on different aspects of this album from production to songwriting to performance. As the attorney for the defense (mostly) Ken takes up the charge of protecting the album from the cynicism of Colby and Tom. “My client does not wish to be referred to as tuna casserole” Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/ProgPala" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.facebook.com/ProgPala</a> YouTube: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured</a> Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Episode 73 - Genesis Part 13, Invisible Touch

"The mother of all mantras" - In this episode of Progressive Palaver Paul, Joe and Ken discuss Marillion's latest album FEAR in some detail.  While diving deep into the music and lyrical imagery on the album, the group also takes time to discuss Paul's campaign to update Wikipedia, the issue of CD indexing and the size of Bill Bruford's sphere.  Where does FEAR rank in all the Marillion albums?  Listen and hear what the Palaver think.  As always, tweet us @progpala, email at progpala@gmail.com and check us out on facebook, youtube and instagram (Progressive Palaver).

"The mother of all mantras" - In this episode of Progressive Palaver Paul, Joe and Ken discuss Marillion's latest album FEAR in some detail. While diving deep into the music and lyrical imagery on the album, the group also takes time to discuss Paul's campaign to update Wikipedia, the issue of CD indexing and the size of Bill Bruford's sphere. Where does FEAR rank in all the Marillion albums? Listen and hear what the Palaver think. As always, tweet us @progpala, email at progpala@gmail.com and check us out on facebook, youtube and instagram (Progressive Palaver).

Episode 8 - Marillion Part 8

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