Anthony Rowsick

Anthony Rowsick (aka the Progsquatch) has been a fan of Progressive Rock for roughly 35 years. When the last of his four children moved out a few years ago he suddenly found himself with some things he had been lacking for many years – extra room in the house, spare time, and spare money! So he decided to invest in some computer recording software and an interface, moved all of his instruments and equipment into one of the kids’ old bedrooms, and began writing and recording his own music again. His friend Nelson W Pyles – the lyricist and vocalist in his recording project (called Novus) – is an author and podcaster and gave Tony the idea of doing his own podcast. Thus, Prog-Watch was born! When he is not working, listening to Prog Rock, or preparing shows, Tony likes to pick up heavy things and put them down. He also reads avidly and enjoys craft beer.

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Prog-Watch 1137 – Our Progressive Planet – Japan

November 28, 2024

This week our friend and resident reviewer, Dr. Rob Fisher, flies solo for the first time and presents an entire episode of Prog-Watch on his own! The program is an Our Progressive Planet feature centered on Japan, and includes music from Asturias, Ars Nova, Bi Kyo Ran, Hiromi Uehara, Kitaro, KBB, Cichla Temensis, Yuka & […]

Prog-Watch 1136 – Variety + Long Earth on Progressive Discoveries

November 21, 2024

Lots of great contemporary prog rock awaits on this week’s Prog-Watch! We’ll hear from Frost*, Raven Sad, and PROG Magazine artists Civil Service, Mark Barron, Giant Walker, and Ebony Buckle! Plus, our friend and resident reviewer, Dr. Rob Fisher, returns to take us on a voyage of Progressive Discovery with the latest album by the […]

Prog-Watch From The Archives – Episode 309 – Great Prog Covers

November 15, 2024

This week I hope you will enjoy a Prog-Watch From The Archives…the first covers special from the third season, which features great stuff from Erik Norlander, Simon Collins, Manfred Mann’s Earth Band, Unitopia, Glass Hammer, Transatlantic, Emerson, Lake & Powell, Saul Blease, Yes, and Steve Howe! https://progsquatch.podbean.com/mf/play/mr2sav/redirect_mp3_api_spreaker_com_download_episode_15659206_prog_watch_309_great_prog_covers.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS

101 Dimensions – 9/10 November 2024

November 15, 2024

This excursion into the realm of 101 Dimensions was curated by Anthony Rowsick, and features an eclectic set of music from Church of Hed, Pijn, Vibravoid, Adult Cinema, and Deborah Martin & Cheryl Gallagher. https://feedpress.me/link/14857/16882738/101_Dimensions_-_November_2024bgg79.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS

Prog-Watch 1135 – A Tribute to Keith Emerson (Remastered)

November 7, 2024

On 2 November, the great Keith Emerson would have turned 80. To honor this anniversary I have remastered the Keith Emerson Tribute program I did in the aftermath of his tragic death. The program has lots of great Emerson music (with The Nice, ELP, and ELPowell) and also features commentary from some great contemporary keyboard […]

Prog-Watch From The Archives – Episode 843 – Welcome To My Nightmare

October 31, 2024

This week’s Prog-Watch From the Archives is the Season 8 Halloween Special called “Welcome to my Nightmare”! As a warm-up (or bone-chill) for Samhain or Halloween, this program is all about nightmares and the macabre! With songs concerning things spooky or supernatural from Alice Cooper, Atomic Rooster, King Crimson, Uriah Heep, Kansas, Rush, Anthony Phillips, […]

Prog-Watch 1134 – Variety + the ESP Project on Progressive Discoveries

October 24, 2024

Awesome new progressive sounds await on this week’s Prog-Watch! We’ll hear music from Jadis, PRP, Nick Fletcher, Stuckfish, and Adult Cinema! Plus, our friend and resident reviewer, Dr. Rob Fisher, will take us on a voyage of Progressive Discovery with the latest album by Tony Lowe’s ESP Project! https://feedpress.me/link/14857/16861298/Prog-Watch_1134_-_Variety_the_ESP_Project_on_Progressive_Discoveries9uw3i.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: […]

Prog-Watch From The Archives – Episode 347 – Epix, Vol. 1

October 18, 2024

This week’s Prog-Watch From The Archives comes from the program’s third season, and it is the first ever volume of Epix! Just five long ‘uns from Gazpacho, Yes, Porcupine Tree, David Cross, and Genesis make up the entire program! https://feedpress.me/link/14857/16376312/redirect_mp3_api_spreaker_com_download_episode_15659153_prog_watch_347_epix_vol_1.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS

Prog-Watch 1133 – Count On It (or Wonder What Time It Is)

October 17, 2024

This little Prog-Watch special looks at the use of odd time signatures in Progressive Rock (and occasionally in Mainstream Rock). We’ll hear from some of the big names like Yes, Genesis, The Flower Kings, Pink Floyd, Rush, King Crimson, Jethro Tull, and more! Plus, a few surprises from the “mainstream”! https://feedpress.me/link/14857/16836302/Prog-Watch_1133_-_Count_On_It_or_Wonder_What_Time_It_Is_91blm.mp3Podcast: Play in new window […]

Prog-Watch From The Archives – Episode 338 – Damian Wilson – Proghopper

October 3, 2024

This week’s Prog-Watch From The Archives takes a look at the career of Damian Wilson! From his early years with Landmarq and Threshold, through Headspace, guest shots with Rick Wakeman and Ayreon, and on his own, Damian’s powerful, distinctive voice definitely shines through! https://feedpress.me/link/14857/16376334/redirect_mp3_api_spreaker_com_download_episode_15659160_prog_watch_338_damian_wilson_proghopper.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS