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Progressive Palaver

Progressive Palaver
Styx
Kansas
Progressive Rock
Queensrÿche
Progstock 2023
Porcupine Tree
King's X
Patrick Moraz
Stephen Wilson
The Cure
Roads To Madness
Randy Mcstine
Sally Menier
Dave Kersner
Philadelphia
Closure Continuation
Dimensionaut
Sound Of Contact
Projekt Gemineye
Whitesnake

This is a podcast by a group of lifelong friends and appreciators of music discussing the greatest progressive rock bands, album by album.

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Bonus Episode – Apple TV’s Foundation Season 3 Recap Joe and Sarah take some time to recap the third season of Foundation on Apple TV. The adaptation of this book series continues to surprise and amaze. This show is able to present all the important ... more

Episode 166 – David Gimour Part 1, Luck and Strange Our first David Gilmour solo episode covers his most recent album. In (somewhat) typical Palaver fashion we start at the end of the Gilmour solo catalog to cover Luck and Strange. On this record we ... more

Special Episode – Interview with Rylee and Cason of Advent Horizon, March 2026 We at the Palaver had the excellent opportunity to sit down with Rylee and Cason of Advent Horizon recently. It was an outstanding conversation discussing their upcoming a... more

Episode 165 – Marillion Part 17 – Seasons End 2022 Remix Finishing out our early 2020’s remix segment, we consider Marillion’s 2022 remix of Seasons End. The question going in was what would (or could) they do with such a fantastic original recording... more

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Recent Guests

Dave Ayers
Friend of the Palaver, guest from Bleeding Edge Slash The Expanse
Bleeding Edge
Episode: SCS37 - Steven Wilson in Dallas and Philadelphia, Oct 2025
Joe Deninzon
Musician and member of Stratospheerius
Stratospheerius
Episode: Special Episode - Joe Deninzon from Stratospheerius and Dan McGowan of The Tea Club, Sep 2025
Dan McGowan
Musician and member of The Tea Club
The Tea Club
Episode: Special Episode - Joe Deninzon from Stratospheerius and Dan McGowan of The Tea Club, Sep 2025
Paul Bielatowicz
Guitarist for Carl Palmer's band, known for his innovative guitar techniques and solo projects
Episode: Special Episode - Interview with Paul Bielatowicz, May 2025
Fernando Perdomo
Multi-instrumentalist and musician extraordinaire
Episode: Special Episode - Interview with Fernando Perdomo, Jan 2025
Randy McStine
Musician and songwriter known for his work in progressive rock and collaborations with bands like Sound of Contact and The Pineapple Thief.
Solo artist, McStine and Miniman
Episode: Special Episode - Interview with Randy McStine - Dec 2024
Tom Brislin
Keyboardist of Kansas and former member of Yes and Meatloaf's band
Kansas
Episode: Special Episode - Interview with Tom Brislin of Kansas, April 2024
Jordan Blum
A composition teacher at multiple colleges, contributor to various music publications, and author of books about progressive rock artists.
Episode: Bonus Episode - ProgStock 2024 Recap
Joe Cass
Musician and vocalist from Total Mass Retain
Total Mass Retain
Episode: Special Episode - Interview With Joe And Terry From Total Mass Retain - Oct 2024

Host

Joe Boclair
Longstanding host with the Progressive Palaver team, known for hosting, conversation, and deep dives into prog rock.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • Excellent discussion, debate and deep-dives!

    I really enjoy this podcast - the tone is positive and relaxed, and the team makes lots of interesting observations. Keep it coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Uusikylä
    Finland4 years ago
  • A Must for Anyone that Loves Progressive Music

    Awesome podcast, love the hosts and their interactions. They have introduced me to new music and artists while they've discussed artists album by album. Although I must say Yes is the #1 progressive rock band!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wlmcad
    United States5 years ago
  • I hear good insights...but also the sounds of snacking

    I offer this as constructive criticism to an otherwise enjoyable podcast because I think there are some stimulating conversations by the hosts who are passionate about the music. I enjoy them. That is, when they’re not also accompanied by what sounds like crunching of snacks, crinkling of bags and clicking of computer keyboards. Also, there is sometimes a huge difference in sound levels from one host to the next. One will be a normal volume, another barely audible. I don’t mean to be snarky or a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    bobkessler
    United States6 years ago
  • Great podcasts!!

    I’ve been a Prog fan since the late 1970’s, and have only just discovered your pods.I enjoy your mix of bands and the podcasts are always passionate, informative, and entertaining. I am now working my way backwards through them all. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hartley Hare 121
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Passionate Rock Talk that need just a bit of progress in the production

    A group of late 40's\early 50's, longtime friends discussing different progressive rock bands. I can never seem to get enough the this "rock talk" format in podcastings. I grew up on a lot of the bands they discuss (Rush, King's X, Iron Maiden..), and live in the same area as them (have been at some of same shows and places) so it is fun to hear other's perspective. (Was kinda refreshing that they actually don't seem to like one of the icons of progrock... Rush!).

    On the negative side, the... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    pleeb
    United States7 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Production quality has room for improvement, but the analysis and guest conversations shine.
Fans appreciate the live-tour and setlist insights they provide, which feel authentic and informed.
Listeners praise episode depth and band-discussion variety.
Strong camaraderie makes the show feel like a hang with friends who know their music.
Insightful takes on classic prog favorites and newcomers alike.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 163- Yes Part 23, Talk - 30th Anniversary Edition
Q: Do the liner notes specify which keyboard parts are likely to be Trevor Rabin, which ones are likely to be Tony K?
The liner notes specify that Tony is credited only with Hammond organ parts, distinguishing his contributions from Trevor's.
Episode 163- Yes Part 23, Talk - 30th Anniversary Edition
Q: Is this a redemption story?
Yes, it's a redemption story reflecting on the evolution of the album and its significance within the Yes discography.
Special Episode - Joe Deninzon from Stratospheerius and Dan McGowan of The Tea Club, Sep 2025
Q: How do you let the world know about your music?
Engage in social media as part of your routine, while also maintaining your unique artistic identity.
Special Episode - Joe Deninzon from Stratospheerius and Dan McGowan of The Tea Club, Sep 2025
Q: What do you tell young musicians about how to succeed?
Record everything, take pictures and videos, and embrace the process of creation and growth.
Special Episode - Interview with Paul Bielatowicz, May 2025
Q: How did you start your journey with ELP?
I received a phone call from Carl Palmer asking if I wanted to be the guitarist for the band, which required me to learn a lot of material in a short time.

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A warm, chatty deep dive into progressive rock, focusing on album-by-album breakdowns, live performances, and behind-the-scenes touring stories. Hosts frequently analyze classic records, discuss remasters and reissues, and bring in musician guests to share touring anecdotes and creative processes. The show leans heavily toward fans of the genre, with lively debates about production choices, setlists, and the evolving dynamics within iconic bands. A standout element is the strong sense of camaraderie among long-time friends, plus a tendency to cover both deep cuts and well-known releases with affectionate, expert commentary.

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1. Yes Music Podcast
2. The Prog Report
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Recent guests on Progressive Palaver include:

1. Dave Ayers
2. Joe Deninzon
3. Dan McGowan
4. Paul Bielatowicz
5. Fernando Perdomo
6. Randy McStine
7. Tom Brislin
8. Jordan Blum

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