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 1131 – An Ian Anderson Special

September 12, 2024

This week’s Prog-Watch is guest-hosted by Dr. Rob Fisher, and is focused on the great Jethro Tull composer, vocalist, and front-man, Ian Anderson! The program was curated by Rob (with assitance from Jamie Robertson, author of Music Measures Memories and a guest on Prog-Watch 1120) and centers on Anderson as a vocalist! Tune in for […]

Prog-Watch From The Archives – Episode 441 – In Conversation with John Lodge of the Moody Blues

September 5, 2024

Another one of Tony’s favorites from the Prog-Watch archives! That time he got to chat with the great John Lodge of the Moody Blues! A pleasure and an honor indeed! https://feedpress.me/link/14857/16376192/redirect_mp3_api_spreaker_com_download_episode_15659082_prog_watch_441_in_conversation_with_john_lodge_of_the_moody_blues.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS

Prog-Watch 1130 – Variety + Sloane Square Band on Progressive Discoveries

August 29, 2024

Lots of astounding progressive sounds await on this week’s Prog-Watch! We’ll hear brand new music from Amarok, Nick Magnus, Reliqa, Magic Fig, A Burial At Sea, and Sonus Umbra! Plus, our friend and resident reviewer, Dr. Rob Fisher, will take us on a voyage of Progressive Discovery with the latest release by France’s Sloane Square […]

Prog-Watch from the Archives – Episode 403 – In Conversation with Peter Jones

August 22, 2024

Another good’un from the Prog-Watch Archives! The first time I interviewed Mr. Peter Jones…back when he was just beginning to guest on everyone’s albums and be in everyone’s band! Seriously, nice chat with a super-nice fellow, and great music from his blossoming career. https://feedpress.me/link/14857/16376294/redirect_mp3_api_spreaker_com_download_episode_15659141_prog_watch_403_peter_jones_of_tiger_moth_tales.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS

101 Dimensions – 17/18 August 2024

August 22, 2024

Last week’s 101 Dimensions program was curated by Anthony Rowsick, and features music from Alber Jupiter, Erik Norlander, Klaus Schulze, and Time Being! https://feedpress.me/link/14857/16774808/101_Dimensions_-_August_202480gwx.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS

Prog-Watch 1129 – Whatnot from the 1980s

August 16, 2024

For this week’s Prog-Watch I have put together a different kind of program. A death in my family and the need to travel to the funeral left me with no time to put together a proper show, and I didn’t want to go with another From the Archives episode. As a compromise, I decided to […]

Prog-Watch From The Archives – Episode 422 – It’s About Time

August 8, 2024

Here’s another fun themed special from the archives…It’s About Time! All the songs have “Time” in the title. I’m sure you will be able to guess a few of them, as they are classics. However, I will also have some surprises. I hope you enjoy! https://feedpress.me/link/14857/16376242/redirect_mp3_api_spreaker_com_download_episode_15659116_prog_watch_422_its_about_time.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS

Prog-Watch 1128 – Variety + Andy Nixon on Progressive Discoveries

August 1, 2024

More great, new, astounding progressive sounds await on this week’s Prog-Watch! We’ll hear music from Ritual, Alphaline, Jethro Tull, Jon Anderson and the Band Geeks, Circuline, and Long Earth! Plus, our friend and resident reviewer, Dr. Rob Fisher, will take us on a voyage of Progressive Discovery with The Waterline, the debut solo album by […]

Prog-Watch – From the Archives – Episode 434 – Show Me The Money!

July 25, 2024

A fun themed special from the Prog-Watch archives: Show Me The Money! Every song has the word “money” in the title, so see how many you can think of before you listen! https://feedpress.me/link/14857/16376212/redirect_mp3_api_spreaker_com_download_episode_15659095_prog_watch_434_show_me_the_money.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS

Prog-Watch 1127 – Variety with PROG Magazine Artists

July 18, 2024

This week’s Prog-Watch is a straight-up variety program full of great contemporary progressive rock, some from artists featured in the June edition of PROG Magazine! Hear fantastic new stuff from the Barock Project, John Holden, the Legacy Pilots, Hats Off Gentlemen, Nektar, Marjana Semkina, Airbag, and The Slow Light! And from PROG: Teiger, Last Plane […]