PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #345 (Best of Prog – 2019)

December 31, 2019

The Progressive Tracks Show #345 (Best of Prog – 2019) This week we’ll explore some of the very best progressive rock of the year. C’mon, do I really have to tell you it’s gonna be exceptional? PLAYLIST: Unit Wail – “égarés” from égarés on Soleil Mutant (2019) Bent Knee – “Hold Me In” from You […]

PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #344 (Progmas 2019)

December 24, 2019

The Progressive Tracks Show #344 (Progmas 2019)​ It’s that time again…time for Progmas! What’s Progmas? Well, it’s certainly not XMAS, but it does have meaning. Join in the celebration and figure it out for yourself. PLAYLIST: Lost Kite – “Winter’s Presage” from Remains on Independent (2016) The Hypersonic Factor – “Silhouettes Braced For Winter” from […]

PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #343 (‘Twas The Week Before Progmas)

December 17, 2019

The Progressive Tracks Show #343 (‘Twas The Week Before Progmas) Mid-December: Solstice… Snow… And new Prog! We’re making a last-ditch effort to hear all the new progressive rock that’s STILL being released late in 2019. C’mon along for the ride! PLAYLIST: Herd of Instinct – “Incantation One” from Incantation on Firepool Records (2019) Rantama – […]

PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #342 (The Chromatic Blender)

December 10, 2019

THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #342 (The Chromatic Blender) New Music…Not-So-New Music…but ALL eclectic music.  And you know when Mike says eclectic, he means it! So why listen to the same ol’ stuff, when you can listen to The Progressive Tracks Show and clear your head? PLAYLIST: Mats-Morgan Band – “Thanks For Flying With Us” from […]

PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #341 (Bringin’ The Music!)

December 3, 2019

THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #341 (Bringin’ The Music!) We’ll make more musical discoveries this week… mostly of new music, but also a couple of ‘refreshed’ tunes to enjoy. As always, not the usual radio fare. But that’s exactly why you tune in, right? PLAYLIST: Liquido Di Morte – “Uomo Fa Chibo” from IIII on Diluted […]

PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #340 (The Classic and The Current)

November 26, 2019

THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #340 (The Classic & The Current) This week is simple:  We’ll explore one of my all-time Top Ten Albums that just happens to be turning 50, along with some wonderful new music from 2019. PLAYLIST: Chicago Transit Authority – “Introduction” from Chicago Transit Authority on Chicago Records (1969) Harpo Jarvi – […]

PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #339 (Fuzz-Fest)

November 19, 2019

THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #339 (Fuzz-Fest) Time to light up the airwaves and ‘take a little trip’ this week, with some excellent psychedelic tuneage. Prepare… Relax… Transcend… PLAYLIST: Earth Tongue – “Hollowing Those Caves, Pt. 1” from Portable Shrine EP on Floating Being (2018) Sonora Sunrise – “Millions of Snakes” from The Route Through The Canyon […]

PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #338 (Veterans/Remembrance/Armistice Day 2019)

November 12, 2019

THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #338 (Veterans/Remembrance/Armistice Day – 2019) Whether you call it Veterans Day, Remembrance Day or Armistice day… It’s time once again to remember and honor our military, with a ‘think for yourself’ show (there may be a hint of current events as well). Music with a message! PLAYLIST: Chicago – “Free Country” […]

PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #337 (Unearthing Treasure)

November 5, 2019

THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #337 (Unearthing Treasure) I’ve found many great independent artists during my 6 years at KPTZ.  And I’ve come to realize that just because an artist isn’t a big name, or are on a big label, doesn’t mean they’re not producing top-quality music. I consider all the artists on this week’s show […]

PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #336 (Best of Prog – 2018 Redux)

October 29, 2019

THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #336  (The Best of Prog – 2018 Redux) NOTE:  Life events have prevented me from airing a show this week.  But fear not… you can relive the best of 2018 with this music that’s worth listening to a second time.  I’ll be back with a new show next week… I promise! […]