The albums that define
neo-prog.
Our picks for where to start with neo-prog — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top neo-prog artists
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The neo-prog essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Marillion
Afraid of Sunlight
A sweeping blend of art rock and progressive textures, infused with lyrical introspection and emotional depth.
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Marillion
Tales from the Engine Room
A sprawling exploration of sound, blending sweeping melodies with intricate arrangements in a progressive rock landscape.
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Radiohead
Kid A
A fractured soundscape where electronic textures collide with haunting melodies and introspective lyrics.
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Radiohead
No Surprises/Running from Demons
Ethereal melodies intertwine with haunting lyrics, creating a serene yet unsettling atmosphere throughout the album.
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Angels & Airwaves
I-Empire
Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with anthemic melodies, creating a vast sonic universe of hope and introspection.
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Angels & Airwaves
Lifeforms
An expansive blend of atmospheric rock and introspective lyrics that invites listeners into a cosmic journey.
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Fish
Field of Crows
A lush tapestry of intricate melodies and emotive storytelling unfolds over expansive progressive rock compositions.
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Fish
Internal Exile
A rich tapestry of emotive melodies and intricate arrangements, blending progressive rock with personal storytelling.
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IQ
Living Proof
Melodic progressive rock intertwines intricate rhythms with introspective lyrics, creating a deeply immersive listening experience.
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IQ
The Road of Bones
Intricate melodies entwine with atmospheric soundscapes, creating a haunting journey through modern progressive rock.
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Enchant
Juggling 9 or Dropping 10
Melodic intricacies intertwine with progressive rock's rhythmic exploration, creating a vivid sonic landscape.
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Enchant
Blink of an Eye
Complex melodic structures intertwine with emotive storytelling, creating a rich tapestry of progressive rock soundscapes.
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