Mt. Rushmore Of Prog Singers

Today's panel (Scot, Scott, Wayne, Cody, Pontus and Amy) discuss which four Prog Rock vocalists deserve to have their faces carved into the side of the Mountain Of Immortality!!!

[@mikereiss4216]

For me: Jon Anderson, Peter Gabriel, Peter Hammill and John Wetton (honorable mentions: Ian Anderson, Greg Lake and Phil Collins).

[@FormulaProg]

Phil can stay behind the drum kit...

[@juliemusique-tn4dp]

FOR ME PETER GABRIEL ,JON ANDERSON,IAN ANDERSON,ANNIE HASLAM ,PETER HAMMILL

[@ericariley1696]

My top Mt. Rushmore Prog singers: 1. Jon Anderson 2. Ian Anderson 3. Peter Gabriel 4. Greg Lake Honorable: Geddy Lee from Rush

[@JohnnyRecently]

Bingo. That's my same list.

[@brandon1351]

1. Ian Anderson 2. Peter Gabriel 3. Jon Anderson 4. Adrian Belew 5. Michael Sadler Honourable mention: Greg Lake

[@scottmcneely1927]

I'm glad someone mentioned Michael Sadler from Saga. He'd be in my top ten.

[@Jay_Tee2023]

Jon Anderson/Greg Lake/Peter Gabriel/Steve Walsh Honorable Mentions: Ian Anderson John Wetton Roger Hodgson Roger Waters David Gilmour Phil Collins Geddy Lee Jeff Lynne Robert Plant Paul McCartney John Lennon Ozzy Osbourne Gary Brooker James Dewar Justin Hayward John Lodge Jim Morrison Freddie Mercury

[@IraSiegel]

Nice picks. Love the Jon Oliva and David Byron picks especially.

[@foxtrotnow]

The Mount Rushmore of Prog Singers... keep it on topic y'all. I concur completely with you Scot.

[@RichNarez]

My four favorite singers 1. Peter Gabriel 2. Phil collins 3 john wetton 4 Greg lake

[@kennethnash6809]

Greg Lake , Phil Collins , Jon Anderson , Steve Walsh with Peter Gabriel & John Wetton

[@TheProgCorner]

Nice!!!

[@donaldanderson6604]

Greg Lake and John Wetton. Doesn't get much better.

[@tullfan2560]

Ian Anderson John Wetton Freddie Mercury Annie Haslam Steve Walsh and Floor Jansen

[@kenl2091]

Can all real prog-heads agree that we've got Jon Anderson, Greg Lake and Peter Gabriel up there then argue the fourth spot? I'd be happy with Annie Haslam though my personal favourite would be Peter Hammill.

[@TheProgCorner]

It was close!!!! I wanted to put Hammill or Geddy up there but Annie has to be dealt with!!!!!!

[@mythoflogic]

Mount Rushmore Of Prog Vocalists 1. Steve Walsh 2. Greg Lake 3. Jon Anderson 4. John Wetton 1. Annie Haslam 2. Phil Collins / Peter Gabriel 3. David Pack 4. John Mitchell 5. Jim Godfrey 6. Peter Nicholls

[@paulkobler8049]

Steve Walsh! Finally.

[@mythoflogic]

Finally and for all time...

[@paulayers1111]

It pains me to omit Jon Anderson, but: David Gilmour, Peter Gabriel, Peter Hammill and John Wetton

[@mythoflogic]

You do you! A fine grouping...

[@paulayers1111]

@@mythoflogic thank you kind sir

[@bernhardkaiser9567]

For me: peter gabriel, peter Hammill, annie haslam and steve walsh

[@danaaronmusic]

So many great faces carved high up along the sides of this mountain, but only four can go on top. First two are no-brainers (which is a good thing for me these days): Annie Haslam (queen goddess of the universe, obviously) Steve Walsh (indeed the standard against which all rock singers must be measured) My third spot is going to David Longdon (little known fact about Longdon: in 1990, he invented a time machine, went back twenty years and taught Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins how to sing.) And what's a good list without one good cheat: my fourth spot goes to the Moon Safari ensemble. Oh, and Jon Anderson (who would never consent to being carved in stone) is the halo floating over the mountain.

[@TheProgCorner]

Fantastic!!!

[@LuisGarcia-ee2tr]

My mount of Prog singers: Ian Anderson, Peter Gabriel, Fredddie Marcury, Jon Anderson. Honorable Mentions: Steven Wilson, Greg Lake, Phil Collins

[@shaynewest8757]

Pete Gabriel, Jon Anderson. David Byron and Kate Bush.

[@RichNarez]

My honorable mention is fish from marillion Annie haslem from Renaissance

[@TheProgCorner]

Perfect.

[@stuarthowarth2972]

1 Steve Hogarth 2 David Longdon (RIP) 3 Peter Gabriel 4 Phil Collins 5 Roger Hodgson 6 Peter Nicholls

[@jeniferallan6693]

Roger Hodgson. Great choice

[@paulayers1111]

Love Nicholls

[@RichNarez]

Great episode scot as always

[@TheProgCorner]

That was a good one!!!!

[@michaelbaucom4019]

Until the 49 minute mark, I was reminded of the scene from the movie " Ferris Bueller's Day Off ", where the teacher was calling roll, saying: BUELLER BUELLER BUELLER except(until the 49 minute mark)he would have been saying: STEVE WALSH STEVE WALSH STEVE WALSH Steve Walsh should have at least been an honorable mention for everyone, if not in the top four. If we count early Chicago as prog: Terry Kath(RIP) Robert Lamm Peter Cetera Donald Fagan(if we consider Steely Dan as prog) As an honorable mention(both are an acquired taste,but effective): Supertramp's Rick Davies and Roger Hodgson

[@mythoflogic]

Agreed. (Obviously). 😀

[@jeniferallan6693]

Most definitely Davies and Hodgson

[@markspooner1224]

I knew I could rely on you to choose Annie!

[@josephgerard5473]

Well, this is difficult. If it was 'the top vocalists in terms of their importance and influence' then it would be Jon Anderson, Phil Collins, Peter Gabriel and Ian Anderson...or Steve Walsh. If it's 'the top vocalists in terms of my personal taste' then it's Sonia Linwood, Jon Anderson, Annie Haslam and Ian Anderson. Honourable mentions for Peter Hammill and Roger Chapman.

[@Coolmore362]

Enjoyed the stream , lots of similarities and some left field choices from the panel , I’m with you with P Gabriel , J Anderson and G lake , Kate Bush would have been my female choice but only because I know more of her solo albums and collaborations with P Gabriel and connection’s with David Gilmour . Surprised Roger Hodgeson never got a mention, really great vocalist but maybe Supertramp not one of the top prog groups , although for me they are .

[@stuartraybould2574]

1. Daniel Gildenlow (all day long) 2. Peter Gabriel 3. Peter Hammill 4. Ian Anderson Also rans, Greg Lake, John Wetton, Justin Haywards and Kate Bush.

[@TheProgCorner]

Wow!!!! Fantastic.

[@therealtwiggyleaf]

Great to watch the show. Thanks to all the contributors. I had a really good time watching and listening! 😎😎

[@TheProgCorner]

Thank you!!!!

[@scottmcrae3355]

My Mount Rushmore has two Peters and two Andersons. I only recently got into Van Der Graaf Generator and have fallen hard. I can’t get enough and really wish their albums were easier (and cheaper) to get up here in Canada (Cody I will be making a trip to your store again soon 😜). I love David Bowie and think that he must have been heavily “inspired” by Peter Hammill. Such a unique vision and voice. I understand that he isn’t everyone’s cup of tea but I will gladly drink a pot or three.

[@TheProgCorner]

PH!!!!

[@georgemathie8123]

For my top vocalists Michael Sadler from saga, Jon Anderson, Ian Anderson, Peter Hammill I don't know if this one would count as prog Barry Hay from golden earring, Justin Hayward and Peter Gabriel

[@mythoflogic]

Sadler FTW!!

[@doscwolny2221]

Waters(yeah i know gilmour croones better but emotional and theatrical output is brilliant) Hayward, Gabriel, Labrie(i used to hate his singing, but he really is good, and ian anderson are the ones i enjoy the most, but mt rushmore is greatest and if so the other anderson and geddy have to be there.

[@TheProgCorner]

Nice!!!

[@newdawnofprog]

O man that Sykofant album is amazing, I did a review last week. Cheers my friend and prog on.

[@TheProgCorner]

I’m loving it!!!

[@paulayers1111]

“Mission (a world record)” is probably my favorite ELO song. So mysterious and gripping

[@stevecowder4774]

Great episode Scot, and another tall order to fill 😆. I struggled mightily with this one as I’m sure everyone else did. But I still managed : 4. Gary Brooker ( for a sentimental, dark horse choice ) 3. Steve Walsh 2. Jon Anderson 1. Greg Lake Could have and should have gone with Ian Anderson, David Gilmour, Gabriel and Collins. Oh well, that’s the name of the game. But we love playing it. Looking forward to next Sunday’s stream. That should be a monumental episode !!

[@NigelSmith66]

1. Peter Gabriel 2. Annie Haslam and then perm two from about a dozen!

[@TheProgCorner]

Those two plus Jon Anderson and Greg Lake. That feels right.

[@F.O.H.]

I thought this was Mt. Rushmore of prog rock. not the most obscure. Bjork? snooze.....Robbie Stienhardt honorable mention.

[@TheProgCorner]

Different strokes!!!

[@paulkobler8049]

Robbie and Steve were incredible together. A solid 1-2 punch.

[@EclecticInstinct]

1. Richard Sinclair (Caravan) 2. Sivert Høyem (Madrugada) 3. Justin Hayward (Moody Blues) and 4. Steven Wilson (Porcupine Tree)

[@TheProgCorner]

Awesome!!!!!

[@alanclayton9277]

would there be any chance Scot of inviting abigail devoe for a one on one interview or group discussion in the future? i know you've expressed a liking for her work and she has Crimson ELP. Zappa in her collection.

[@TheProgCorner]

I should reach out to her. We have never spoken but I am a BIG fan!!!! 👍👍

[@alanclayton9277]

@@TheProgCorner she's done lots of collabs. she did the play that rock n roll channel and it's had over 8K. someone reached out via her email on her website and now they're doing the dolls podcast. thanks for replying Scot.

[@scottmcrae3355]

Great point Scott Davis! Instead of taking sides and complaining we should be happy that we have two different versions of Yes to enjoy these days.

[@TheProgCorner]

Exactly!!!

[@mythoflogic]

Thanks very much. I feel that there is far too much complaining on this issue. Any Yes is better than NO Yes. And someday that will be the case...

[@danielfuentes3226]

It's another excelent show Scot.👍

[@TheProgCorner]

Thank you!!! 👍👍

[@danielfuentes3226]

@@TheProgCorner ✌

[@jeffschielka7845]

Hey Scot❗️Awesome show❗️❗️❗️👍☮️👑😎

[@TheProgCorner]

Jeff!!! You are the best!!! ☝️❤️👍

[@jeffschielka7845]

@@TheProgCorner That HOTS vid kicked butt!!❤️🌅👍😎

[@TheProgCorner]

Very much so!!!

[@jeffschielka7845]

@@TheProgCorner 👍☮️👑😎

[@ilabelle1]

Love throwing my two pennies into the pot. Good fun Scot.

[@brianzawistowski5743]

John Wetton, Jon Anderson, Steve Walsh, Bob Catley. HM Ray Alder, Ted Leonard. Great show.

[@TheProgCorner]

Yes!!!!! Ted!!!!

[@lemming9984]

It's strange the way that some vocalists attract some people and repel others. The main reason I don't like Asia, UK and his period of KC is Wetton!. I don't know why, I just can't listen to him. I know he doesn't have a *'bad'* voice.

[@stukevideo]

Annie !!!!

[@TheProgCorner]

You know it!!!!

[@zacharydetrick7428]

Hey Pontus! 👋😊

[@TheProgCorner]

Pontus is the man.

[@miccarbo7911]

Valley girl!!!!!!!!!!

[@davidvangelista7109]

My Mt. Rushmore of Prog Singers 1. Peter Gabriel 2. Mikael Akerfeldt 3. Devin Townsend 4. James LaBire Honorable Mentions: Jon Anderson, Ian Anderson, Greg Lake, Steven Wilson, Annie Haslam and Sonja Kristina.

[@TheProgCorner]

Awesome!!!

[@jackpittens796]

Bowie would be top of my list. Some may not consider him prog, but I do. To add, Greg Lake, John Wetton, and David Sylvian. Honourable mention to David Gilmour, Peter Gabriel, Nad Sylvan, Steve Wilson, Mariusz Duda (Riverside), Jon Anderson, and few outside of prog, Imelda May, and Gordon Downie of Tragically Hip.

[@TheProgCorner]

Sylvian, Sylvan and Duda. My man!!!!

[@harryberry474]

My picks are #1 Peter Gabriel #2 Tie: Greg Lake/John Wetton #3 Jon Anderson #4 David Pack I've always thought Lake and Wetton where so similar in so many ways vocally and bass to me they are inseparable

[@TheProgCorner]

David Pack!!! Nice!!!

[@dallrevenge9256]

Fish John Wetton Asle Tostrup of Airbag

[@TheProgCorner]

Wow!!! Excited about the new Airbag?

[@scottmcneely1927]

Jon Anderson, Greg lake, Justin Hayward, Ian Anderson.

[@TheProgCorner]

Nice!!!

[@kenjones6441]

I find it hard to look past Bent Knees singer Courtney Swain. An honourable mention must go to The Moetar singer Moorea Dickerson. For harmonies I love The Moon Safari guys.

[@TheProgCorner]

Awesome!!!! Big fan of both Bent Knee and MoeTar!!! And Moon Safari are gods.

[@paulayers1111]

I’m not a huge prog metal guy, but I was curious by what you meant by “some prog metal bands are not prog”. Can you give some examples Scott? Thanks

[@TheProgCorner]

I will have to think about that. I was probably going off the reservation there for a minute…

[@wendellwiggins3776]

1 JON ANDERSON 2 PETER GABRIEL 3 ANNIE HASLAM 4 PHIL COLIINS and 3 Honorary Prog Mentions David Byron, Kate Bush, David Sylvian

[@TheProgCorner]

Nice!!!

[@javilalima]

And please don’t confuse tone and tonality, they’re two very distinct music concepta.

[@TheProgCorner]

Very true.

[@tromatrom]

Peter Hammill is actually no 1.

[@scottmcrae3355]

Thanks!

[@TheProgCorner]

Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!🙏 This is awesome.

[@BrockwaysVinylBytes]

You rock Scott!!😊

[@scottmcrae3355]

@@TheProgCorner I told you I would figure it out somehow haha!

[@scottmcrae3355]

@@BrockwaysVinylBytes watching now. Unfortunately I couldn’t join in real time but great choices!

[@TheProgCorner]

I truly appreciate you!!!!!!

[@javilalima]

Anyone who leaves Peter Gabriel out of the top four lacks a true deep understanding of the nature and spirit of prog. It’s no coincidence that he Is the most cloned prog singer.

[@lemming9984]

In a way, yes, but Gabriel hasn't been prog since he left Genesis.

[@javilalima]

@@lemming9984 I see your point, but Mount Rushmore is supposed to include major historic figures.

[@AndrzejFornal-b6h]

Francesco do Giacomo from Banco.

[@TheProgCorner]

Yes!!!!!!!

[@UNIT-h2d]

Sorry I was not able to participate in real time - another chap was using the computer here and by the time he'd finished, your programme had ended. Anyway, my Mount Rushmore vocalists are, not in any particular order: Annie Haslam (Renaissance) Jon Anderson (Yes) Chris Farlowe (Atomic Rooster, Colosseum) Roger Chapman (The Family, The Streetwalkers) with honourable mentions for Sonia Linwood (or Sonia Kristina if you prefer) and John Hodkinson (IF and Darryl Way's Wolf). I base my choices on their distinctive sound and style rather than their importance or influence. Obviously if importance and influence were the only prerequisites then one would be obliged to include Ian Anderson and Phil Collins among the quartet. If you ever do a programme called 'The Worst Vocalists' then I'll be there instantly, just so I can scream Robert Plant and Freddie Mercury at you!

[@mythoflogic]

And if Scot ever does do a "worst" anything you can count me out.