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Definition of Progressive Rock as it relates to Entertainment, Music, Rock Music

Progressive Rock, often shortened to Prog Rock, is a complex, ambitious genre of rock music that originated in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Characterized by its advanced musicianship and intricate, multi-layered arrangements, it is an interpretation of rock music that is heavily influenced by classical music, jazz, and world music. In the realm of entertainment, its unique structure and emphasis on virtuosity and theoretical complexity set it apart from other forms of music. Within the spectrum of rock music, it has made a significant impact, often seen as a more 'intellectual' or 'artistic' variant of the genre. Unlike traditional rock music, Progressive Rock songs are typically longer with more focus on instrumental solos and less focus on verse-chorus structured songwriting.

External Links

[ProgressiveRock.com] Progressive Rock | A new place for progressive rock!
[progressiverockfanatics.wordpress.com] Progressive Rock Fanatics
[PsychedelicRock.org] 24/7 Best Psychedelic Rock | Progressive Rock | Indie Rock
[musicinwidescreen.com] Music in Widescreen - The longest Running Progressive Rock Podcast | Official Blog and Podcast for Music in Widescreen Internet radio show broadcasting at www.progrock.com Sundays 6-9pm Sundays hosted by Mark and Rayna Monforti
[atkinsong.com] Evership - Progressive Rock Band
[Abandoners.net] ABANDONERS - Progressive Indie Rock Music
[progradio.com] Prog Radio | The #1 Radio Station for Progressive Rock - Commercial-Free 24/7 - Listen Live
[backgroundmagazine.nl] BACKGROUND MAGAZINE - MAGAZINE FOR PROGRESSIVE ROCK AND CLOSELY RELATED MUSIC

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