The 20 Most Influential Progressive Rock Bands |

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[@PeterJVogel]

Pretty wild that Bill Bruford played in 3 of these bands: King Crimson, Yes and Genesis. 😮

[@andrewcarpenter3991]

I would have included Uriah Heep. Their musical influence was global!

[@BackingTrackCenter]

I agree, Uriah Heep has a huge influence on music, blending progressive rock with hard rock and metal elements. They really paved the way for many bands that came after! Do you have a favorite song from them?

[@Southbound63]

The Ken Hensley years were great.

[@andrewcarpenter3991]

@@Southbound63 I agree. I must confess I did not care much for the last few albums but their earlier records were pure art at its peak.

[@christiancazabonne]

Is Hard Rock

[@andrewcarpenter3991]

@@BackingTrackCenter 'The Wizard'

[@jarda60]

Please raise Jethro Tull

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Jethro Tull is an incredible band and definitely deserves recognition. They're already well-placed on the list, but there's always room to give them even more credit. Thanks for commenting!

[@kennethknoppik5408]

Did you know that the eagles hotel California was a rip-off of a Jethro Tull song. Called used to know. Different lyrics but same music. I love tull by the way

[@georgeisaac9european387]

Personally, I would place Jethro Tull and The Moodies in the Top 2.

[@lisaviellieu5094]

Yes should be #1………

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[@Probus1493]

How do you expect your channel to grow if you know so little about Progressive Rock? Pell Mell and Anyone's Daughter (Germany)??? Jane?? Tangerine Dream??? Omega?? Nektar??? Barclay James Harvest and Curved Air (England)??? Focus?? Gentle Giant?? Eloy?? Triumvirat?? Outer Limits (Japan)??? Grobschnitt??

[@Driver2616]

Genesis at 6? Below Rush?! There is no way that anyone can justifiably say that Rush we’re more influential than Genesis. Or Yes, for that matter. Come on…..

[@BackingTrackCenter]

I understand the frustration. Genesis had a huge influence on progressive rock, and many consider their contribution very significant. Rush also had a massive impact, but the ranking of influence can vary depending on the criteria used. Thanks for the feedback!

[@normandaubry]

I totally agree with you

[@alexandr3456]

Тут всё правильно, раш можно слушать часами, а генезис больше одной минуты он выдерживаешь.

[@CarlosCorreiaSoftware]

Or VDGG... or even Jethro Tull.

[@Driver2616]

@@CarlosCorreiaSoftware : Especially Jethro Tull….

[@LC-jl4zt]

We have a problem... rush higher than Yes e ELP ...

[@BackingTrackCenter]

I see your point! Just a reminder, this list focuses on the most influential bands, not necessarily the best. Influence includes shaping the sound of other bands and inspiring people to explore progressive rock. Which band do you think had the most impact on the genre? Thanks for commenting!

[@IvanIvanov-pc5cr]

it's a mystery. for some reason they are always overrated

[@greatloverofmusic1]

​@@IvanIvanov-pc5crWhy does everyone crap on Rush? 😢

[@borsop1]

@@greatloverofmusic1 Потому что второе место для них совершенно не заслуженно

[@greatloverofmusic1]

@@borsop1 I understand what you're saying my friend. I actually think that Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson themselves would say that Yes was more influential. The problem is that Rush is my favorite band and, one could argue, that Rush is a much harder rocking band that is very close to metal. I like Yes and Genesis a lot, but Rush rocks harder and has more interesting lyrics. In short, I'm just a Rush fanboy.🤪

[@clausappel8086]

Eine Band wird im Zusammenhang mit Prog immer wieder übersehen: Supertramp. Die ersten drei Alben (Supertramp, Indelibly Stamped, Crime Of The Century) sind Prog in Reinkultur. Okay, später wurden sie poppig und kommerziell, aber das waren Genesis in den 80ernb und 90ern auch.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Supertramp gerät in Sachen Prog wirklich ein wenig in Vergessenheit, aber diese drei ersten Alben sind stilistisch ohne Zweifel pures Gold. Und das war’s, sogar Genesis nahm in den 80er/90er Jahren eine poppigere Wendung, oder? Danke für deinen Kommentar!

[@clausappel8086]

@@BackingTrackCenter War mir ein Bedürfnis 😊 Und: Für mich ist Crime Of The Century das beste Album aller Zeiten!

[@jeanpaultomolillo2821]

@@clausappel8086 , Dans tous les cas, on l'écoute en entier !!!!

[@lukaf2393]

Very well done! An exaustive and quite coherent list! My only points: personally I would place Genesis (only Gabriel era) a bit higher and Rush some place down , moreover I would "switched" Procol Harum for Marillion and Focus for Los Jaivas🙂

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Thanks for the compliment! Your suggestion to adjust the position of Genesis and Rush makes sense, as well as the proposed swaps. With so many great bands, there's always room for different interpretations! 😊

[@tinekehoes4010]

voor mij toch Genesis de beste voor mij op plaats 1

[@Elizabeth_Leao]

I totally agree about Genesis: only the Peter Gabriel era.

[@sveneriksen9083]

@@tinekehoes4010 Yes, Genesis influenced the whole NeoProg movement. Marillion whould hardly have existed withour Genesis.

[@antoniogiovine3869]

Led Zeppelin?...

[@joeltome5519]

On my list there is still room for very important progressive rock bands like Gryphon, Triumvirat and Focus.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Good point! Gryphon, Triumvirat, and Focus are indeed important bands in progressive rock. They have a unique approach that deserves recognition. Thanks for the comment!

[@lourdeslurdis]

@@BackingTrackCenter you can make the list longer. 30 groups, for example

[@bnbwhitezombie]

Spartacus is a great album!

[@alessiolaporta3811]

​@@joeltome5519 i agree: In muy modest opinion, Novalis, Eloy, Focus, hungarian Omega and, maybe, Kansas, and Aphrodite's Child (666...). 3:34 Greetings from Venezuela

[@rogerhennie8939]

Rush higher than Yes and Genesis??? You must be joking?

[@BackingTrackCenter]

I understand your point! The order of bands can spark debates, and many people have different opinions on who should be at the top. The list reflects a perspective, but it's great to hear different opinions on these prog giants. Thanks for commenting!

[@1246basse]

Where is Eloy??? ​@@BackingTrackCenter

[@robertadolffeldbusch4530]

@@rogerhennie8939 Sure,Rush is best

[@robertadolffeldbusch4530]

Rush is best!

[@bdmonster8250]

You are absolutely right.... it's a joke.....

[@johnh2850]

Does anyone remember Nektar?

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Nektar is an iconic progressive rock band. They definitely deserve to be remembered! Roye Albrighton was remembered on one of our lists, check it out if you can: kzbin.info/www/bejne/l3muhHannqyIpdE Thanks for commenting!

[@掏摸スリ]

I have a their album on paper sleeve CD🇯🇵

[@antoniopinheirodecarvalhof9340]

It's unforgettable. "Remember the Future" is a Progressive Rock classic.

[@martinfuster2078]

Nektar, Hawkwind, Eloy, Triumvirat...

[@ChristianGoergen]

Marillion higher than Soft Machine. Ridiculous.

[@laltromondoyoutubechannel6537]

Yes at Number 1

[@florentdanek4794]

Of course, Yes music IS very important for progressive Rock

[@filosphere]

My selection: of ten: 1- Genesis (PG era) 2- Pink Floyd 3- King Crimson 4- Yes 5- Gentle Giant 6-Jethro Tull 7- Frank Zappa 8- ELP 9- Manfred Mann Earth Band 10- Rush

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Great list! I think the order might shift a bit, especially considering Genesis’ influence during the Peter Gabriel era and the impact of King Crimson and Yes. Manfred Mann’s Earth Band is a pretty interesting choice too, not so common in prog lists. Thanks for commenting!

[@andiman45]

LOL...

[@sc0or]

From the voice to a rhythm IMHO MMEB is a rock band (with some “seventh chords” borrowed from prog)

[@filosphere]

@@sc0or Listen to "Solar Fire" or "The Roaring Silence"

[@sc0or]

@@filosphere I've already. Many times. Good slow British rock with classical and prog themes and absolutely rock guitar solos IMHO.

[@hermanmeijer-h7p]

Mike Oldfield

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Oldfield will definitely be in part 2 of this list. Thanks for commenting!

[@volt9903]

@hermanmeijer-h7p MIKE OLDFIELD??MUST BE IN THE FIRST LIST IMMEDIATELY.

[@volt9903]

​@@BackingTrackCenterMIKE.OLDFIELD FOR SURE IN THE FIRST LIST HIGH.....WHAT A PITTY....

[@ЕвгенийЧебышев-ц1б]

yes !!!!

[@Falstaff1972]

Thanks for including three Italian bands! 😊

[@BackingTrackCenter]

You're welcome! 😊 The holy trinity of Italian Progressive Rock. Le Orme, BMS and PFM have made significant contributions to the prog scene. What are your favorite albums by these bands?

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[@МаксРогозин-е1ю]

Most of them have just one or two albums. I love Celeste and Maxophone.

[@michi-dr2oy]

Goblin

[@lexx8856]

The newer Italian prog bands are awesome as well: La Coscienza di Zeno, Il Tempio delle Clessidre, Unreal City and Il Bacio della Medusa to name a few

[@ChrisNotoProgman]

ELP # 1 Yes #2 Genesis #3 King Crimson #4 Frank Zappa #5 Gentle Giant #6 Jethro Tull #7 Kansas #8 Rush #9 Strawbs #10 PFM #11 Nektar #12 Triumvirat #13 The Nice #14 Pink Floyd # 15 Goblin # 16 Eloy # 17 Jeff Beck #18 Van der Graaf Generator #19 Moody Blues #20 ELP were the most intense with Yes a close 2nd, I saw them both in the 70s, Frank Zappa was also up there in the top spot, Genesis were great but who do you think influenced them ? KEITH EMERSON that's who ! Yes also were influenced by Keith Emerson and the Nice..... You need to of seen them in the 70s to make a list like this, Cheers !

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Your list is impressive and full of great prog rock names! ELP and Yes truly made their mark with their intensity, and seeing those giants live in the '70s must have been an incredible experience. Keith Emerson was definitely a major influence on many bands, including Genesis and Yes. It's always fascinating to see how these influences intertwine in the genre. Thanks for your comment!

[@konradfaetkenheuer1104]

pretty much like your choice of bands! 👍

[@paulbrookes413]

Tony Banks said Procol Harum !

[@pfinnigan70]

@@ChrisNotoProgman Floyd at 15😂 You must have hit 5 by mistake👊

[@ChrisNotoProgman]

@@pfinnigan70 No I don't think so....lol 😁

[@Angelo_Botta]

Marillion came when Progressive Rock was a thing from the past. It was the second wave. I remember at the time veryone said “Marillion ? they sound like Genesis. It was like nostalgia 😂”.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Yeah, Marillion definitely brought that prog revival in the 80s, right? Everyone kept saying they were "Genesis 2.0," giving off that nostalgic vibe 😂. But they added their own flavor and made a mark in the second wave of prog!

[@JuanHernandez-rk4xp]

@@BackingTrackCenter creo que msrillion fué copia menor de genesis

[@paulbrookes413]

They were MORE Genesis than...

[@aleleeinnaleleeinn9110]

A lot of people did say that but they made some great music.

[@folcoantonelli7279]

True!!! 👍👏👏👏

[@ivitta1966]

Rush over Yes, ELP, Genesis, Jethro Tull and King Crimson? You guys are crazy. Rush, very generously, could be in the Top 10 as the tenth

[@BackingTrackCenter]

It's all about perspective! Rush's influence is undeniable, but I get why some might place them lower. Everyone has their own take on the rankings. thanks for commenting!

[@Papabude]

@@ivitta1966 Ask Geddy, mega fan von yes

[@lorenagrau9559]

Don't cry. 😭😭

[@andreapetetti8354]

After 30 position

[@hoppel_brb]

How can Rush have more influence on the genre than bands that had already been influential years earlier?

[@frankstecker5675]

Jehtro Tull Is The best pro .Band all time ..🎸

[@h2roughtouch897]

For Me I Love 1.Yes 2.Rush 3.Pink Floyd 4.Genesis 5.ELP 6.Marillion 7.Supertramp 8.The Moody Blues 9.Barcley James Harvest 10.Moon Safari (Swedish Band)

[@BackingTrackCenter]

What a fantastic list! I've heard of Moon Safari, but I've never heard anything they've done. What albums do you recommend?

[@h2roughtouch897]

​@@BackingTrackCenterBlomlijud and Lover's End. Both are the best that I can't choose it.

[@sherlockpoirot9946]

Good list!

[@sherlockpoirot9946]

My top list (most like listening to): Genesis Rush Moody Blues Yes/Jon Anderson & Vangelis Marillion Jethro Tull ELP King Crimson

[@TheMaurobala]

Rush’s players always say their inspiration is YES. So I believe this marvelous list has some positioning issues, but the 20 bands are great.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Makes sense! Rush has always mentioned Yes as a huge inspiration, and that just shows how much prog bands influence each other. The list might have some rankings that spark debate, but the important thing is that these 20 bands are amazing and have made history in the genre. Thanks for commenting!

[@TheMaurobala]

@@BackingTrackCenter, I couldn’t agree more! 👏🏻

[@davidreichert9392]

The Beatles cite Eddie Cochran and Roy Orbison as influences. By your logic Eddie Cochrane and Roy Orbison are more influential than the Beatles.

[@zsoltsztrunga3718]

King Crimson is the best, the most progressive. That's not a question.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

King Crimson is widely recognized as one of the most innovative and progressive bands in the genre. Their experimental approach and pioneering albums have defined progressive rock. What’s your favorite album by the band?

[@zsoltsztrunga3718]

Good question. I always find something new and beautiful. I've been listening to the album Starless and bible black lately.

[@lukaf2393]

KC are just legend but I don't thing their were "more progresive" than Gentle Giant 😉

[@akustik_prog1601]

@@zsoltsztrunga3718 correct and moreover, as opposite to all the other bands, King Crimson have been active since foundation to almost today through a 55 years career with lots of changes to the line up but unparalleled creativity, innovation, change of direction and top craftmanship.

[@TheGiampj]

@@BackingTrackCenter Larks' Tongues in Aspic and Red

[@sinstracks]

Gentle Giant 🔝🔝

[@ricardogiavedoni493]

Ok, entiendo que es una subjetiva cuestión de gustos pero: en qué extraña dimensión Rush estaría adelante de Yes, Genesis, Pink Floy, Van der Graaf y tantos otros?

[@BackingTrackCenter]

É uma questão de gostos, com certeza! Mas o Rush tiene una influencia gigante en el rock progresivo, especialmente en el lado técnico e instrumental. Eles trouxeram complexidade e innovações que inspiraram muitos músicos, além de atrair várias gerações para o prog. Eles têm seu lugar, pero entiendo que las opiniones varían. ¡Obrigado por comentar!

[@caja9506]

Was mir fehlt sind Magma, Focus und ein paar deutsche Bands wie Can und Kraftwerk, die ja neue Sounds geschaffen haben, das ist für mich ein Kriterium für progressiv. Auch fehlen amerikanische Bands wie Velvet Underground, Spirit oder Vanilla Fudge. Die Liste ist zu kurz

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Ich stimme zu, diese Bands sind auch für den Prog von grundlegender Bedeutung und könnten auf der Liste stehen. Die Auswahl war schwierig und musste begrenzt werden, aber es besteht kein Zweifel an der Bedeutung von Magma, Focus, Can und anderen, die Sie erwähnt haben. Danke für deinen Kommentar!

[@JamesLamm-jt7vg]

I saw ELP at the August Jam 1974. We were very high and I saw them promoting Brain Salad Surgery. He did elevate the keyboard and turn in around. They concluded with the wings sprouting out. For years no one believed me..

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Wow, seeing ELP at the August Jam in 1974 must have been an incredible experience! The "Brain Salad Surgery" show with the elevated keyboard and wings is truly iconic. It’s always interesting to hear these memorable concert stories. Thanks for sharing!

[@alessandrotoniolo8146]

Second place for Rush is just ridiculous

[@BackingTrackCenter]

I see your point. Rankings can vary a lot depending on individual perspectives. Rush has a large fan base, but might not be everyone's top choice. What would your ideal order for prog rock bands be? Thanks for the comment!

[@davebowman6497]

Well, the title was "..most INFLUENTAL..." (not "biggest fanbase"). With that, there is essentially two criteria tha should go into the ranking: - Bands/artists that were essential for the forming of the genre in the late 1960s, and - Bands that later contributed to a MAJOR change or evolution of the genre. Much as I have big respect for Rush, they do not qualify high wrt any of those. In no particular order, 6 out of the top 10 must include: King Crimson, Moody Blues, Pink Floyd, Jethro Tull, Yes, Genesis. All of them definitively rank higher than Rush. Debatable absentees: Frank Zappa, Focus. Appreciated absentees: Kansas. Sorry, all 'Merkans. You created blues, country and good old rock'n'roll, and the evoled that into a multitude of lovely genres. Everything rock/pop stands on the shoulders of that! But prog rock is essentially a Europeean thing..

[@pinofara5646]

Rush senza Yes non esisterebbero

[@lorenagrau9559]

Yes, it's ridiculous. They should be in first place.

[@kelvinmann1058]

You could switch the top 6 around in any order you like they are all the best with their styles, it's subjective and a personal preference.

[@cirillser]

UK? Happy The Man? Can? Electric Light's Orchestra? Kansas? Porcupine Tree? Dream Theater? The Mars Volta? Anglagard? Echolyn? Spock's Beard? The Flower Kings? Ozric Tentacles? The Pineapple Thief? Riverside? Lazuli?

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Great bands, they all have a unique contribution to progressive rock and its aspects. Each brought something special to the genre, whether through technical complexity, stylistic fusions or sonic innovations. Do you have any favorites like these that you think couldn't be left out of this list of 20 bands? Thanks for commenting!

[@IvanIvanov-pc5cr]

what is their influence?

[@claudebuysse7482]

Renaissance , Magma , Ange, Kansas...

[@lukaf2393]

ELO among Gentle Giant, Camel , Genesis or PFM? No c'on mate ...

[@lucapolidori8817]

@@IvanIvanov-pc5cr Magma has its own genre and is influential on artists worldwide, not just in France. I.e. Koenjihyakkei (Japan), Universal Totem Orchestra (Italy). Just two names, but there are more

[@JosiMorreale]

Focus belong in the top 10! not sure Rush are a proper prog rock band. they sure have some elements of it in their music but to me they are a straight ahead rock band. also Moody Blues as much as i love them (one of my all time favourite bands) are psychedelic rock that is definately a different sub genre. otherwise most important ones have been covered

[@BackingTrackCenter]

I get that you think Focus deserves to be in the top 10, but lists are always a matter of personal taste. As for Rush, even if you see them as more of a straight-ahead rock band, a lot of people consider their work, especially with Neil Peart, to have significant progressive elements. And while the Moody Blues are known for a more psychedelic sound, they also have some prog elements in their music. Progressive rock is a pretty flexible genre, and opinions can vary. Thanks for commenting!

[@lourdeslurdis]

But, aren't the psychedelic and the progressive rock quite neat?

[@sinusiridum551]

Van der Graaf ? Unique sound !!

[@Elizabeth_Leao]

Focus and Mike Oldfield are missing.

[@stefanoguiducci6703]

I know all the bands on your list (except the first one) and I saw many of them live even more than once. Thanks for including Italian bands too. Greetings from Rome

[@BackingTrackCenter]

How cool that you know so many bands from the list! Los Jaivas is an amazing Chilean band that mixes rock with traditional Andean music, definitely worth checking out. And Italian bands have a special place in prog. Thanks for commenting!

[@Marty2011uk]

You missed out Barclay James Harvest, they were the first to play and did in front of 80,000 People for free in Berlin after the Wall came down. A Concert For The People. Porcupine Tree are in the Neo Prog. Category, 1990s+. Prog. is 1970s+ [I got a Fuzz Guitar, Oh my goodness gracious]

[@cirillser]

@@Marty2011uk Porcupine Tree is more likely "post-prog" than "neo"

[@mamertobernal4460]

@@Marty2011uk How many did BJH play to at the Treptower park show ??

[@Marty2011uk]

@@mamertobernal4460 I didn't know that they played in E. Germany before the wall came down. 250,000, the same Day E. Germans found out that the Beatles had split.

[@mamertobernal4460]

@@Marty2011uk The Treptower Park show was released as "Glasnost" and featured Face to Face material..

[@Marty2011uk]

@@mamertobernal4460 I saw them live In Norwich UEA.

[@GunnarCreutz]

1. King Crimson 2. Banco Del Mutuo Soccorso [It] 3. Genesis 4. Van der Graaf Generator 5. Univers Zero 6. Rush 7. Gentle Giant 8. Jethro Tull 9. Yes 10. Simon Says [Sw] 11. Le Orme [It] 12. Crack [Spain] 13. Premiata Forneria Marconi [It] 14. Anekdoten [Sw] 15. Alphataurus [It] 16. Dead Can Dance 17. Celeste [It] 18. Museo Rosenbach [It] 19. L'Uovo di Colombo [It] 20. Opeth [Sw]

[@BackingTrackCenter]

I liked your list, especially the focus on Italian and Swedish bands! It's diverse and brings less obvious names, which is always interesting. Nice to see King Crimson at the top too. Thanks for commenting!

[@HotRod12667]

I'm glad you included Opeth.

[@classicrockforever9152]

VDGG is my favourite progressive rock band, but German an French bands are also good, like Amon Düül 2 Wallenstein, Jane, Triumvirat Ange, Magma

[@BackingTrackCenter]

VDGG is an excellent choice! Indeed, German and French bands also have a significant impact on progressive rock. I think you gave me a good idea, creating a list just with bands from outside the UK. If you have a few more names it would help even more. Thanks for commenting!

[@lucapolidori8817]

Big Tangerine Dream and Magma fan here...

[@Philix22]

@@BackingTrackCenter Try Nova (Vimana, Wings of Love), and Solution (Cordon Bleu, Fully Interlocking) for instance.

[@zendo6851]

I Always loved Jethro tull

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Jethro Tull is an amazing band, especially for their unique blend of progressive rock with folk influences. What's your favorite album of theirs? Thanks for the comment!

[@zendo6851]

@@BackingTrackCenter aqualung

[@andiman45]

Not even in the rock & roll hall of shame....Dolly Parton is there LOL

[@SixStringSteve]

Kansas - best prog band.

[@FairianEdw]

Very nice video, however, I believe we can't place artists on a scale. It's not athletics you know, where the factual measure of time and speed sets the places on a podium. But yeah, I really appreciated this presentation of progressive rock as a genre, as an artistic movement, because it really is. Thanks man 👌🏽✨

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Thanks a lot for the comment! I agree, you can't measure art like a competition. But it's always interesting to see how everyone interprets and feels music differently. Thanks for commenting!

[@roberto3752]

It's complex. In my opinion first Genesis, second Jethro Tull, third Pink Floyd.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

That's a valid opinion, especially considering the unique impact each of these bands had on progressive rock. Genesis really set many of the genre's standards, as did Jethro Tull and Pink Floyd. Thanks for commenting!

[@maximebagnoud1085]

I would put Pink Floyd, then Jethro Tull, Yes, Rush, Marillion. I like Genesis, but it is overrated for me. What about Asia, Toto or Foreigner? I also did not see any prog metal bands on your list, is it because you see it as another category?

[@GaryIrving-x5o]

Top 5🏆 1) Pink Floyd 2) Jethro Tull 3) SuperTramp 4) Yes 5) ELP

[@DocRock67]

Genesis nur auf 6? Das sehe ich anders. Für mich werden sie immer Nummer 1 sein. Ich finde es immer wieder merkwürdig, wie sehr von Prog-Snobs Wert darauf gelegt wird, dass Genesis nur solange Prog waren, wie Pete und/oder Steve dabei waren. Auf jedem Album der Ära Banks/Collins/Rutherford (plus Calling All Stations) finden sich Progressive Rock Parts. Nur wollte die Band eben niemals stehen bleiben, sonst hätte sie nicht so lange existiert. Es ging immer um Weiterentwicklung. Wobei sie live ihre Prog-Zeiten niemals ignoriert haben. Und ja, alle Drei wollten auch Hits schreiben, was legitim ist; kein professioneller Musiker hat, wenn er ehrlich ist, etwas dagegen, Hits zu schreiben. Und selbst viele ihrer Popsongs verdienen m.E. die Bezeichnung Progressive Pop.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Das ist ein interessanter Standpunkt, und ich stimme zu, dass Genesis sich ständig weiterentwickelt hat. Ihre Fähigkeit, sowohl Hits zu schreiben als auch ihre progressiven Wurzeln in ihrer Musik zu bewahren, ist wirklich bemerkenswert. Die Mischung aus Pop und Prog in ihrer späteren Ära zeigt ihre Vielseitigkeit und ihren Einfluss auf viele Genres. Jeder hat seine eigene Meinung über Rankings, und für viele wird Genesis immer die Nummer 1 sein. 😊

[@DocRock67]

@@BackingTrackCenter Danke! Diese Band bedeutet mir mehr, als jede andere, und das wird sich bis zu meinem letzten Atemzug nicht ändern. Der Soundtrack meines Lebens, wie man sagt, seit ich 1976, kurz bevor ich 9 wurde, das damals brandneue Album A Trick Of The Tail komplett auf SWF3 gehört habe.

[@masterofthefog]

totaly agree with Pink Floyd in the 1st place

[@BackingTrackCenter]

PF really deserve it. 🎸🚀

[@pejimco1]

Than you for including Los Jaivas They are a big influence in Latin America. With a complete different style compared with bands from UK or USA

[@guilhermeblcunha]

@@pejimco1 Ninguém conhece esses Jaivas aqui no Brasil, influência zero.

[@edovigo]

En ese caso les faltó escuchar a VOX DEI

[@galms2798]

Pink Floyd como los Beatles son una clasificación distinta y unica

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Totalmente de acuerdo! Pink Floyd y los Beatles realmente tienen un lugar único en la música, transcendiendo géneros y creando algo especial y difícil de clasificar.

[@lourdeslurdis]

Indeed, and Queen!

[@johnkx2484]

Where is the Krautrock ...Tangerine Dream, Eloy... ? Ah, Just listen to Magnum Opus - Sinestesia, Ummo, Imagens, Trilogia, 7...

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Krautrock is incredible, no doubt! Tangerine Dream and Eloy are legends. Thanks for commenting!

[@luisralvarezp2480]

And CAN... FAUST... ASH RA TEMPLE... .....

[@luisralvarezp2480]

AMON DÜÜL

[@johnkx2484]

@@luisralvarezp2480 Ash ra Temple is so good, the first album Faraoh is amazing, have also Joh in, Inventions for eletric guitar...you might like Magnum Opus Sinestesia.

[@mauromoreira8821]

Concordo plenamente com voce! Faltaram as bandas alemãs, húngaras e etc.

[@pejimco1]

Excellent selection my friend

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Thank you very much for the compliment! I'm glad you liked the selection!

[@oliverjames3744]

You missed three of my favourite prog bands: Barclay James Harvest, Alan Parson Project and Supertramp. They were on the softer side of prog rock, but they were amazing.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Great choices! Barclay James Harvest, Alan Parsons Project, and Supertramp are amazing, even if they're on the softer side of prog. What's your favorite album from them?

[@oliverjames3744]

@@BackingTrackCenter Even in the Quietest Moments - Supertramp. Time Honoured Ghosts - Barclay James Harvest . The Turn of a Friendly Card - Alan Parsons Project

[@SawomirPietrysiakwhitesnake63]

Alan Parsons Project at least you know what band it is ❤ greetings from Poland

[@johnh2850]

Yes is at the top. Relayer is the greatest album ever and the Gates of Delirium the greatest song ever written.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Relayer is definitely a masterpiece, and "The Gates of Delirium" is epic! It's hard to disagree with such a passionate opinion about Yes. Thanks for commenting!

[@dannybarichello1575]

Agree 100%

[@scottnewton9046]

@@johnh2850 I would put Close to the Edge above Relayer, but agree wholeheartedly that Yes should be at the top. I love Rush, but I’d put them at 5 or 6.

[@tuskact4overheaven873]

Lol it's not better than close to the edge

[@johnh2850]

@@tuskact4overheaven873 You may prefer Close to the Edge to Relayer; I put it as number two after Relayer; but why the LOL?

[@DuvanCardonaSantander]

Jethro Tull, King Crimson y Frank Zappa

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Great choice! Jethro Tull and King Crimson are true icons of progressive rock, each bringing their unique approach to the genre. Frank Zappa, on the other hand, is a legend who blended rock with jazz, classical music, and a lot of humor. Thanks for commenting!

[@edovigo]

@@DuvanCardonaSantander I agree!

[@evandroopereira559]

My top 6 list, in order of relevance: King Crimson, Genesis, Gentle Giant, Yes, ELP and The Moody Blues. I don't consider Pink Floyd, Jethro Tull, Caravan as essentially Prog bands, but rather styles that permeate Psychedelic Rock, Folk, Blues and other nuances.

[@ozzyk63]

What about Rare Bird, Gryphon and Kansas? In Germany many interesting prog rock bands stream. Yes and King Crimson defined prog rock from their first albums, while Pink Floyd delved into experiments and searches.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Great point! Rare Bird, Gryphon, and Kansas are indeed influential in prog rock. And yes, many German prog rock bands have made significant contributions. I agree that Yes and King Crimson were foundational, while Pink Floyd explored different directions. Thanks for the comment!

[@cqts7417]

Rare Bird were such a great band, I’m so glad you pointed them out!! I don’t know if they were « that » influencial as they never really got the recognition they deserved (except for Sympathy ofc) but the association of two fantastic keyboardist and the powerful and sensational voice of Steve Gould truly was something

[@clodoaldopereira8754]

The best for me is the Yes!

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Yes is truly an amazing band! They have a huge impact on progressive rock. Which Yes album is your favorite? Thanks for the comment!

[@lervish1966]

No

[@clodoaldopereira8754]

@@BackingTrackCenter Close to the Edge!!!!!

[@AntonXul]

I’m totally late to prog rock, but I’m enjoying what I’ve been listening to lately. I’m more of a metal / hard rock guy, but I really like this style, too.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

You're on the right track, dude! Prog rock has a lot of bands that blend well with metal and hard rock, like Rush, King Crimson, and even Dream Theater, which you might really dig. The journey's just starting!

[@mteufel472]

Nice selection of authentic & influential Prog bands , all of them were / are mainstays of the genre

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Thanks for the comment! These bands really helped shape prog rock and are still references today. You can't talk about prog without mentioning this group!

[@davidpope3943]

Nice to see some progressive bands other than the usual Brits in your list. I do however confess to having nailed the same top four as you. I’d have put Genesis and Tull higher and it’s also good to see Camel scoring well ~ they never seem to get the credit they truly deserve. As for other names? I’ll throw Wobbler into the mix.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Glad you liked the diverse mix in the list! It’s great to hear that our top four align with yours. Genesis and Jethro Tull definitely have a strong case for higher placements, and Camel’s unique sound deserves more recognition. Wobbler is an excellent suggestion! They bring a fresh take on the genre. Do you have a favorite album or track from Wobbler that you think exemplifies their style?

[@davidpope3943]

@@BackingTrackCenter My professional musician stepson pointed me at Wobbler. I appreciate their use of period specific instruments pre-1975 especially keyboards. 2011’s Rites at Dawn is certainly very good and although I’ve yet to listen to it, 2017’s ‘From Silence To Somewhere’ was very well received and holds top rated album of the 21st century thus far in the Prog Archives database which is pretty impressive considering absolute gems like Rush’s magnificent swan song Clockwork Angels exists.

[@davidefoschini7109]

my : 1 Gentle Giant 2 BMS 3 Jethro Tull 4 King Crimson 5 Caravan 6 PFM 7 ELP 8 Renaissance 9 Genesis 10 Gong

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Great list, man! Very diverse and full of prog classics. Interesting to see Gentle Giant at the top, they're brilliant!

[@valerijusjasiulevicius1829]

Rush over King Crimson, you are joking?

[@BackingTrackCenter]

It's a controversial choice, I know! Rush and King Crimson have different styles, but both are super influential.

[@zorbeclegras5708]

@@BackingTrackCenter It is not a question of styles, but how innovative they really were or not. This is the difference between art and craft.

[@JimmyRJump]

Only band on this list I have no music of and have never even heard about is Los Jaivas. I'l try to correct that when I receive some money at the start of next month. Thanks for bringing those Peruvian lads to my attention. And thanks for the list.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

I'm glad you liked it and that this list helped you find a "new band". Welcome to the channel and leave your comments whenever you can. Cheers!

[@andreabaldoni1786]

1Genesis, 2king crimson, 3yes

[@ozzyk63]

@@andreabaldoni1786 Yes, King Crimson, Genesis.

[@StephenHankins]

Sounds bout right

[@olegshadsky]

King Crimson Yes Genesis

[@baretous]

Cool vid. But Amon Düll II, Can, Magma ? For me they are n°1 with King Crimson & Gong. Anyway most of thse band in the vid could be n°1. Love Los Jaivas too

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Cool comment! Amon Düül II, Can, and Magma are truly giants of experimental and progressive rock. Putting those names together with King Crimson and Gong makes total sense for fans of that more avant-garde side. Thanks for commenting!

[@IvanIvanov-pc5cr]

It seems to me that the author confused the concepts of “influential” and “best”. I think the most influential are King Crimson, ELP, Soft Machine, Yes, Genesis. they influenced subsequent generations of musicians, even from non-progressive scenes, such as New Wave. The rest are just great bands. Who were your influences, for example, Reinessance or Moody Blues, or Jethro Tull which I love very much? In principle, no one. These are diamonds that sparkle on their own.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

You're right about the influence of those bands, but the list really focuses on the most influential, which aren't necessarily the "best." The idea is to highlight those that influenced the sound of other bands as well as those that inspired people to enter the world of progressive rock. Thanks for commenting!

[@NemusVetus]

Magma should be on this list for single-handedly creating the Zeuhl subgenre, inspiring many bands.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Very well noted, Magma could indeed be on this list. We will consider it for a future list, or even a more specific one about Zeuhl. Thanks for commenting!

[@martinhayward4466]

Yes & Tull did it for me growing up. Genesis & Crimson behind them. Never got into Rush or Floyd (except Animals). Great list, highlighted some bands not too familiar with, but sound great in the snippets.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Thanks for the comment! Yes and Jethro Tull are real prog powerhouses, right? Genesis and King Crimson too, no doubt. About Rush and Floyd, it's that thing... personal taste always counts! But glad you enjoyed finding new bands from the video! 🎸

[@larissanascimento1035]

I have a great admiration for Progressive Rock! But there are few legitimate bands that I like. My favorites: • Rush • Kansas • Yes

[@vlamyak2743]

1.Supertramp,Kansas должны быть в топе! 2.Marillion бесподобная группа,не понимаю хейта в их сторону!Какая разница,под чьим они там влиянием были?!Те,кто их обсирают,просто не слышали,скорее всего! 3.Rush-монстры!Кто на них вякает-дураки!4.Ни одного упоминания в комментариях о канадской группе Saga.Отличная команда,с удовольствием слушаю.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Я согласен, Supertramp и Kansas заслуживают большего признания, а Marillion - действительно потрясающая группа! Их не следует недооценивать. Сага тоже великолепна, канадцы умеют делать качественную музыку! Спасибо за комментарий.

[@ianjones7266]

Hi... having problems with my genre here, where do Hawkwind fit, Colluseum II, Brand X etc.Are Magazine progressive? Are SAHB progressive, many of their songs seem to fit in with your chosen list.Lots of other stuff I could say here as so many bands have a lot of jazz, blues, folk and rock crossover. So much comes down to personal taste.. freddyagain just introduced me to Bevis Frond who I think may be in the progressive genre, certainly amazing music. I'm a confused old fella... thinking 'best of' are entirely subjective and don't offer significant and valid explanation for placing in any meritous list. Not criticising you, just engaging in conversation. I do enjoy your videos, thanks. 🤘🎵👍✌🎷🎸🥁🎙

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Hawkwind, Brand X and others are great examples of bands that combine progressive elements with other genres to create unique sounds. Magazine and The Sensational Alex Harvey Band have a lot of experimentation, but I wouldn't include them on a conventional progressive rock list, but could they? This is where personal taste comes into play! In the end, the perception of what is and what isn't progressive is quite subjective. Thanks for your comment!

[@ianjones7266]

@BackingTrackCenter I get you... I recently started listening to Hawkwinds 'Space Ritual' again. First saw them Reading 77. Then Stonehenge 83.. then various other years and locations. Space ritual has got to be one of the top progressive albums with poetry and atmospheric effects throughout. Do you know it? I'll talk again. Bye for now. Peace.✌

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Space Ritual is incredible! A classic that truly defines the more atmospheric and spacey side of prog. It must’ve been magical to see Hawkwind live so many times. Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@ianjones7266]

@BackingTrackCenter This conversation has got me reminiscing about so many gigs and experiences.. OMG... I can't beleive I did all that stuff! Thanks. Peace✌

[@kennethknoppik5408]

Yes should have been first. King crimson and Genesis both had members of Yes in it.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Yes has a profound influence and their impact is undeniable. They are fundamental to progressive rock. Thanks for the comment!

[@frankpotter5936]

Well, Bill Bruford, the guy you're referring to, certainly wouldn't agree with you. He would put King Crimson first.

[@tobytanzer]

Can't complain at all! Thanks for including Renaissance, Camel, and the Italians. Honourable mentions to Focus, Kansas, Mike Oldfield. List them alphabetically because they're all great.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Thanks for the support! Kansas, Focus, and Mike Oldfield definitely deserve a mention, and I agree-they're all amazing. An alphabetical list could be fair!

[@jaset362]

Pink Floyd which I love and listen almost every day is one of the first British psychedelic groups. They slowly departured from it through the period of "space rock" and became somehow progressive rock band after releasing "Ummagumma" (November 1969) and "Atom Heart Mother" (October 1970 ). With all due respect for Pink Floyd , position number 1 belongs to King Crimson because their album "In The Court Of The Crimson King" ( October 1969) is one of the most influential of the progressive rock genre. It is regarded as first mature and the greatest progressive rock albums of all time. Rush ( number 2 on your list above Yes and King Crimson ) moved towards progressive rock after Neil Peart joined the band on July 29, 1974 . Drummer Neil Peart credited the adventurous and innovative style of Michael Giles (drummer of King Crimson) as an influence on his own approach to percussion. Rush was also influenced by Yes ( influenced by King Crimson), Pink Floyd , Jethro Tull and Genesis (P.Gabriel and S.Hackett era). King Crimson not only influenced prog rock but for much wider spectrum of contemporary music beyond general rock genre. Thus , your inconsistent list reflects only your taste of music and is far cry from reality. Anyway , I am not a fan of contestation in music. Music is diversified as much as minds of human beings. Everybody has the right to his/her choice of music creation or admiration . My advise is: Please avoid any pretentious titles. Thus , to be honest ,the proper title your presentation should read : The 20 Most Influential Progressive Rock Bands According to Me .

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Thank you for your detailed comment! It's clear that you've given a lot of thought to the history and impact of these bands. The list is subjective and reflects a perspective on the most influential bands in progressive rock as a whole, not only focusing on the musical influence exerted on other bands, but also the power to influence people to begin to appreciate progressive rock. Your points about King Crimson and Rush add valuable context to the discussion. As you mentioned, music is deeply personal, and everyone's experience and taste shape their opinions.

[@danielacarlotti5360]

Please NO LISTS

[@KevinRudd-w8s]

Totally agree

[@billg763]

I would have Uriah Heep on my list.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Good choice! Uriah Heep has a distinctive and influential sound, blending hard rock with progressive elements. They definitely deserve a spot on the list! Thanks for the comment!

[@svetlanaimas]

Great list! I wouldn't argue with the bands placement on the list. This is highly subjective. Most of the bands mentioned were highly influential in prog rock development. I was a bit surprised by the absence of Frank Zappa on the list and a total absence of later prog bands like Flower KIngs, Spocks Beard, Neal Morse, Haken, Big Big Train etc. Yes, you can't fit all of them into the top 20, but IMHO some of them definitely exerted more influence on the modern prog then some of the bands on the list. And what is more important, they keep the prog alive!

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Totally agree! Frank Zappa was revolutionary, and modern bands like Flower Kings and Spock's Beard really keep prog alive. Thanks for commenting!

[@sergiogrossi6781]

First place,Yes and K Krimsom.The second Genesis with P.Gabriel,then Banco M.S.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Great pick, man! Yes and King Crimson at the top totally makes sense, they're prog giants. And Genesis with Peter Gabriel has a unique impact.

[@Marc-Huber-PH7]

La grande qualité de ce poll est l'ouverture d'esprit.

[@СемёнСемёнов-ы1ь]

Of course! A bunch of italian bands as influences, but not a single MOST INFLUENTIAL BAND... MAGMA! Prog you, sir, prog you very hard!

[@BackingTrackCenter]

👍👍

[@jeffteixeira200]

My ten list: 1- Yes 2- Genesis 3- Focus 4 - ELP 5- Jethro Tull 6 - Triumvirat 7- Uriah Heep 8- Pink Floyd 9- Rush 10- Som Nosso de Cada Dia

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Awesome list! Seeing Som Nosso de Cada Dia on the list is a nice surprise! Thanks for commenting!

[@stephensmith799]

These lists invite alternative suggestions. Somewhere here should be the Hungarian band After Crying, King-Crimson-ish but much more neo classical orchestration and jazz virtuosity. Go find them.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

After Crying really does have that King Crimson vibe mixed with a more neoclassical and jazz feel. Great suggestion for those who enjoy more complex prog sounds!

[@stephensmith799]

@@BackingTrackCenterthey were admirers of Barclay James Harvest and the BJH bassist guested with them. I think that was John Lees

[@boredbynature]

Ok, they might be not that influencial, but speaking of hungarian bands I like to mention Special Providence. Saw them live, they blew me away!

[@stephensmith799]

@@boredbynature thanks for the recommendation. I will go and find them👍

[@stephensmith799]

@ I’m two thirds of the way through their ‘Soul Alert’ album. Thank you so much for introducing me to them. Wonderful musicianship and full of melodic and rhythmical ideas👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@nosferatudavies8836]

Good list,but I would have included Egg as well.Their album The Polite Force from 1970 influenced a lot of keyboard driven bands that followed them.

[@Fajrereto]

For me, Gentle Giant are the best and sadly underrated! I am 62, I was born and live in Moscow. Let there be PEACE! 🙂

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Gentle Giant is truly amazing and deserves more recognition! And yes, let there be peace! 😊 Thanks for the comment!

[@erwinkurniadi1850]

Progressive rock that is complicated, hard, but still pleasant to listen to, that's what I like

[@Db64o]

Ottima classificabravo per aver inserito i nostri italiani gruppi che hanno fatto la storia senza invidiare nessuno👍

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Grazie! Le band italiane hanno fatto la storia del prog, meritano sicuramente il loro posto! 👍

[@aleleeinnaleleeinn9110]

I would add Curved Air. They were at it very early and were absolutely progressive. I consider them far more progressive than psychedelic. As with all these lists--order is always up for debate. Thanks for including Renaissance.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Curved Air is an amazing addition! They really brought something unique with their mix of rock and classical elements. And Renaissance is a band that deserves recognition! What's your favorite album from them?

[@mihohirono2697]

for me, King Crimson is #1 followed by Pink Floyd, Yes, ELP, Jethro Tull, Gentle Giant, Frank Zappa, Genesis, and The Nice should be picked in top 20

[@BackingTrackCenter]

King Crimson definitely has a strong claim for the top spot, especially for their pioneering role in prog rock. The other bands you mentioned also have their unique place in the genre. Thanks for sharing your ranking!

[@TheProgCorner]

Le Orme!!!! Thanks for including them!!!!

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Le Orme is amazing! They totally deserve a spot on the list. Thanks for commenting!

[@marioluismoreira]

Focus ????

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Where would you place Focus on this list?

[@YtuserSumone-rl6sw]

@@BackingTrackCenter Maybe close to 10th?

[@YtuserSumone-rl6sw]

@@BackingTrackCenter I like your interesting 20 candidates for most influential prog internationally. An impossible task to determine objectively I think. Polls would show different results in different places and with different participants. Problem is most who answer would be music enthusiasts, not musicians who USE and PASS ON the influence.

[@damirhlobik6488]

@@BackingTrackCenter to second place, right behind ELP

[@rogerhennie8939]

UK were amazing, But maybe too short lived …

[@rollingstoneh8367]

Good list, good job (Rush a bit overrated). My contribution to the debate. I would suggest Focus, Eloy, Iron Butterfly.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Great to see your suggestions! Focus and Eloy are classics, and Iron Butterfly brought a unique sound back in the day. Thanks for commenting!

[@richardcyrka6682]

You got it wrong.....the best undesputed prog album was close to the edge by YES. They take top spot , they practically invented the genre....just because pink Floyd sold more albums, doesn't make them top dogs. A single member of Genesis or Yes , has more musical ability than the entire Floyd put together.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

I certainly understand your point of view, but the idea behind this list was to talk about "influence" in the broadest sense of the word, not only among musicians, but in relation to people in general. PF and Rush, for example, were the gateway for many people to get to know KC, GG, Genesis, etc. But they are not necessarily better. Thanks for your comment!

[@АлесяСычкова]

@@richardcyrka6682 Phil Collins is a clown

[@StrideLatinProgRick]

I would also add Rick Wakeman as a solo artist. His keyboard stylings have been very influential.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Rick Wakeman is a true legend! His solo albums are amazing and inspired many in prog.

[@StephenHankins]

Um...CURVED AIR ..top 5 for me

[@davidlaw689]

A Canadian must have compiled this list ! Rush at Number 1 ? I hear Yes , Genesis , Tull , ELP and King Crimson in Rush's music but I don't hear Rush's influences in them .

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Rush may have taken influence from those bands, but they also helped popularize prog and brought many new fans to the genre with their unique sound. Hard not to acknowledge their impact, right? Thanks for commenting!

[@paulorbj25]

Focus just wrote one of the most played progressive songs ever: Hocus Pocus!

[@BackingTrackCenter]

This song is brilliant and addictive!

[@ralflehnemann7694]

Without any doubts - Genesis (the Gabriel years) had to be placed to No. 1

[@yvesroy99]

Do you know Harmonium a French Canadian very incredible progressive band

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Yes, Harmonium is an incredible Canadian progressive rock band known for their complex arrangements and poetic lyrics. Their album "Si On Avait Besoin d'une Cinquième Saison" is considered a masterpiece of prog rock. Thanks for the comment!

[@stevewhitteker3212]

@@BackingTrackCenter Back in the day Harmonium was on constant replay amongst my friends and me

[@jsanledes]

¡Excelente! Confieso que no conozco muchas de las primeras bandas enumeradas. Quizá hubiera cambiado el orden de algunas (¿Rush por delante de King Crimson, Yes, ELP, Genesis? Un último comentario: Creo que "The wall" no es representativo de Pink Floyd. Gracias!

[@BackingTrackCenter]

¡Estoy de acuerdo! El posicionamiento de Rush en relación a bandas como King Crimson, Yes, ELP y Genesis realmente genera debate. Y sobre "The Wall", es cierto que muchos fans prefieren otros discos que capturen mejor la esencia de Pink Floyd. ¡Gracias por el comentario y el intercambio de ideas!

[@JamesLamm-jt7vg]

For me, it is YES, ELP, Pink Floyd. I saw all three in concert but I am basing mine on their albums.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Seeing those three live must have been an incredible experience! Basing your list on their albums makes total sense, as they are masterpieces.

[@Probus1493]

Pell Mell and Anyone's Daughter (Germany)??? Jane?? Tangerine Dream??? Omega?? Nektar??? Barclay James Harvest and Curved Air (England)??? Focus?? Gentle Giant?? Eloy?? Triumvirat?? Outer Limits (Japan)??? Grobschnitt??

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Cool you mentioned those bands! Each one has its own value and contributions to prog. It's a difficult list to make, there will always be someone left out, but we included Gentle Giant, did you see? Thanks for commenting!

[@Probus1493]

@@BackingTrackCenter I'm Brazilian, I've been listening to Progressive Rock and Hard Rock for a long time. Yes, you're right, it's a difficult list to make, there will always be someone left out. I noticed that you really like Italian bands, I don't like them that much, except for PFM, Le Orme, New Trolls and one or two others. A big hug from Brazil,

[@lucapolidori8817]

20 are too few. One very influential in Magma, who started a completely new genre and has a number of follower artists worldwide. Dream Theather started the whole Progressive-Metal subgenre but has some predecessors in Uriah Heep and Deep Purple. Some Eastern Europe artists deserve a mention: After Crying, Collegium Musicum. I would have inclueded also Kansas and the Canadian Harmonium. From the North, Samla Mammas Manna and Pekka Pohjola. The German Tangerine Dream, Klaus Schulze, Ash Ra. But most of all, influential to all those who record at home: Mike Oldfield.

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Your suggestions are undoubtedly incredible, we would need at least 100 spaces on the list to accommodate the best ones. Thanks for commenting!

[@rhyshughes7663]

It's a good list but I wish it had been extended to a "top 30" to include bands like: Henry Cow, Greenslade, Hatfield and the North, National Health, Matching Mole, Gryphon, UK, Aphrodite's Child, etc

[@BackingTrackCenter]

That's a good suggestion! A "top 30" would definitely make room for more of these amazing bands. Thanks for the comment!

[@billyshane3804]

Steve Hillage

[@ru99137]

I've appreciated the mentions for some bands from my country (italy) but my favorite one is Area, Demetrio's voice is magic and they were highly experimental. My personal top 20: 1. King Crimson 2. Soft Machine 3. Pink Floyd 4. Can (German "kraut"rock) 5. Area 6. Genesis 7. Jethro Tull 8. Van der Graaf Generator 9. Rush 10. Yes 11. Gentle Giant 12. Camel 13. Gong 14. Henry Cow 15. Banco 16. PFM 17. Orme 18. Arti e Mestieri 19. Moody Blues 20. Osanna

[@BackingTrackCenter]

Your list is amazing, I really liked it. If you can, check out the video we made with only Italian bands, I think you'll like it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3i1noh7itaUh7c Thanks for commenting!