Prog-Watch

Prog-Watch 115 - Gandalf’s Fist & Black Bonzo

Last week the guys teased about some exclusive live material from Gandalf's Fist. This week you get to hear it, and boy is it worth the wait! The first song Dean Marsh ever wrote and a live in the studio version of Emerald Eyes from their second album! Plus, a couple more tracks from their first few albums. Can you believe this show is FREE? But wait, there's more! In the second half of the show, Tony and Dave give you a taste of a really cool Swedish band that more of you should be listening to, called Black Bonzo. Trust us, these guys are good!And don't forget: if you have a Prog band (or know someone who does) you could have your music featured on our Watch List! Send your submissions or links (with a short bio) to the Squatch via e-mail at bigsquatch@verizon.net, or post to the Prog-Watch Facebook page. Also, if you like what we are doing, give us a “like” on Facebook, or follow the Squatch on Twitter @ProgSquatch.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3136310/advertisement

Prog-Watch 114 - Gandalf’s Fist and Nine Stones Close

This week the Squatch and Diamond Dave L. dig a little deeper into the catalog of a band they previously covered, Nine Stones Close! In the second half of the show, they begin coverage of the UK sensation Gandalf's Fist, including a track from their fantastic new album (A Forest Of Fey) and some Q & A with Dean Marsh, one of the original founding members of the band! Coverage of Gandalf's Fist will continue next week, with the conclusion of the Q & A with Dean, and two live tracks recorded EXCLUSIVELY for Prog-Watch! Don't miss any of this! And don't forget: if you have a Prog band (or know someone who does) you could have your music featured on our Watch List! Send your submissions or links (with a short bio) to the Squatch via e-mail at bigsquatch@verizon.net, or post to the Prog-Watch Facebook page. Also, if you like what we are doing, give us a “like” on Facebook, or follow the Squatch on Twitter @ProgSquatch!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3136310/advertisement

Prog-Watch 113 - Erik Norlander & Ayreon

This week the Squatch and Diamond Dave L. examine some of the solo career of keyboardist extraordinaire Erik Norlander, and go back to the well for some more great Ayreon! Also, they play the first song in our new feature (the Watch List) from Danish band Mythery! And keep those submissions coming! Get your band worldwide exposure on the Prog-Watch Watch List! (And if you don't have a band, tell a friend who does!)This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3136310/advertisement

Prog-Watch 112 - Knight Area

This week the Squatch and Diamond Dave L. put the spotlight on a great Dutch band called Knight Area! They trace the history of the band up through their just-released "Hyperdrive" album, and even do a little Q&A with Gerben Klazinga, main composer and keyboardist for the band! This is a good one! (But aren't they all?) As always, the Squatch would like to invite listeners to send questions, comments, and suggestions. (Please keep them polite!) Contact the big guy via e-mail at bigsquatch@verizon.net or post to the Prog-Watch facebook page. Also, if you like what we are doing, stop by and give us a “like” on Facebook. You can also follow the Squatch on twitter @ProgSquatch.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3136310/advertisement

Prog-Watch 111 - IQ (Part 2)

In Episode 107, the Squatch and co-host Steve Luttig introduced you to the influential UK "neo-prog" band, IQ. In that episode the boys covered the output of the band in the 20th century. In this episode they cover IQ in the 21st century, including material from their latest, the excellent double disc, “The Road Of Bones”! Plus, listener e-mail and new things on the horizon! Don't miss it!As always, the Squatch would like to invite listeners to send questions, comments, and suggestions. (Please keep them polite!) Contact the big guy via e-mail at bigsquatch@verizon.net or post to either the Prog-Watch or Prog-Squatch facebook pages. Also, if you like what we are doing, stop by and give us a “like” on Facebook. You can also follow the Squatch on twitter @ProgSquatch.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3136310/advertisement

Prog-Watch 110 - The D Project

The D Project is very much the brain child of Stephane Desbiens, founder and leader of Canadian Prog band “Sense.” When moonlighting in the D Project, Desbiens assembles a talented array of regular band mates (including the rhythm section of Matheu and Jean Gosselin) as well as guest “heavy-hitters” such as Sean Filkins (ex Big Big Train), Tomas Bodin (Flower Kings), Martin Orford (IQ) and Fred Schendel (Glass Hammer), to name a few! Join the Squatch and co-host Dave Luttig as they give you an overview of this interesting Prog outfit from the “Great White North”! As always, the Squatch would like to invite listeners to send questions, comments, and suggestions. (Please keep them polite!) Contact the big guy via e-mail at bigsquatch@verizon.net or post to either the Prog-Watch or Prog-Squatch facebook pages. Also, if you like what we are doing, stop by and give us a “like” on Facebook. You can also follow the Squatch on twitter @ProgSquatch.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3136310/advertisement

Prog-Watch 109 – Comedy Of Errors

It took Scottish band Comedy Of Errors more than 20 years to get their first album released! But Dave and the Squatch are glad they finally did, and they are sure you will be, too! With their sophisticated sound and their ability to write longer, engaging Prog “epics”, these guys should appeal to all Classic and Neo-Prog fans. And this week, Dave finally gets his wish---the guys play three songs that amount to almost 30 minutes of music! (Dave always says he likes the epics!)As always, the Squatch would like to invite listeners to send questions, comments, and suggestions. (Please keep them polite!) Contact the big guy via e-mail at bigsquatch@verizon.net or post to either the Prog-Watch or Prog-Squatch facebook pages. Also, if you like what we are doing, stop by and give us a “like” on Facebook. You can also follow the Squatch on twitter @ProgSquatch.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3136310/advertisement

Prog-Watch 108 - Ayreon (Pt. 1)

The brain-child of Dutch guitar virtuoso and composer Arjen Anthony Lucassen, Ayreon is a band that all Proggers should appreciate! The guest lists on the albums read like a “who's who” of Prog and European heavy rock, which is a testimony to the quality of this stuff! The albums themselves also have themes in sci-fi/fantasy and are often arranged like operas with different singers voicing different characters in the story arc! And the music blends many different genres, from folk, to electronic, to hard rock and heavy metal, all in a manner that can only be described as “Prog”! Did you get all that? You NEED to check out Ayreon---there is so much going on, on so many different levels! As always, the Squatch would like to invite listeners to send questions, comments, and suggestions. (Please keep them polite!) Contact the big guy via e-mail at bigsquatch@verizon.net or post to either the Prog-Watch or Prog-Squatch facebook pages. Also, if you like what we are doing, stop by and give us a “like” on Facebook. You can also follow the Squatch on twitter @ProgSquatch.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3136310/advertisement

Prog-Watch 107 – IQ (Part 1):

Prog-Watch Episode 107 – IQ (Part 1):This week we feature the music of the legendary U.K. band, IQ! Many of the bands we have featured so far on Prog-Watch have listed IQ as an influence, and on this episode you can begin to get an idea why. With a career spanning more than 30 years, IQ was truly one of the first bands to pick up the Prog torch and carry it forward through the dark days of the early 80s, when it seemed like punk and new wave might kill off our favorite musical genre. Along with Marillion, Twelfth Night, Pallas and a few other contemporaries, they were among the first bands to be called “Neo-Prog”. Join the Squatch and his co-host, Steve Luttig, as they look at the 20th century output from this seminal band. And look for another show down the road in which we will examine their 21st century output, because these guys are still at it, and like a fine wine, they have gotten even better with age! As always, the Squatch would like to invite listeners to send questions, comments, and suggestions. (Please keep them polite!) Contact the big guy via e-mail at bigsquatch@verizon.net or post to either the Prog-Watch or Prog-Squatch facebook pages.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3136310/advertisement

Prog-Watch 106 - Bigelf

Prog-Watch Episode 106 – Bigelf:So, what do you get when you take one part Beatles, one part Uriah Heep, and one part Black Sabbath? Why, BIGELF, of course! With roots in late 60's Psychedelia and early 70's Heavy Prog, Bigelf has a unique sound which could best be described as “heavy retro”. Ethereal vocals float above heavy beds of organ and Mellotron, with muscular guitar work that might remind you of Tony Iommi in places! Join the Squatch and co-host Dave Luttig as they examine this singular and interesting American band. As always, the Squatch would like to invite listeners to send questions, comments, and suggestions. (Please keep them polite!) Contact the big guy via e-mail at bigsquatch@verizon.net or post to either the Prog-Watch or Prog-Squatch facebook pages.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3136310/advertisement