No morE nostalgia!
Nothing bothers me more than seeing someone stuck in their ‘glory days’, oblivious of the time that has passed. While there are a few newer mentions, most of your magazine strikes me as mired in the muck of the past. It’s ironic that this genre of fans originally sought out new and vital music and just stopped searching for the next wave of talent. Hard to believe one of the letters was asking for more articles on 70s bands. Dude, you can find all the info you want on any established band on the internet!
Let me be clear, I’m an old fart too. I know almost every note of most of the top 100 anthems. Yes, Genesis,
Pink Floyd and their ilk inspired me and countless others. This inspiration led to two roads: more of the same and divine innovation. Too bad the former gets more attention than the latter in Prog.
I understand you have to cater to your subscribers so my beef is more with the readers: wake up from your coma! Demand to hear the next prog epic. We may have to wade through an ocean of mediocrity to get there, but it’s worth it. Buy the music, support the tours, buy the shirts. Be a part of keeping new prog vital and healthy.