Prog Issue 129

Tigermoth Records was founded around 10 years ago as a release outlet for Rob Reed’s band Magenta, but has now expanded to include all of the musician’s related work, from the electronic-inspired Chimpan A and Cursus albums, to the rock band Kiama. Also included is the folk-inspired work of Les Penning and Tubular Bells producer Tom Newman, alongside solo releases from Magenta singer Christina Booth and the all-star prog/classical crossover project Kompendium, featuring Steve Hackett and Francis Dunnery among many others. “I get bored easily only doing single musical style projects,” says label founder Reed. “Tigermoth has allowed me to successfully explore all the different styles of music and work with amazing musicians. I hope that the label has built up a reputation of high production values, in the music…

Tigermoth Records was founded around 10 years ago as a release outlet for Rob Reed’s band Magenta, but has now expanded to include all of the musician’s related work, from the electronic-inspired Chimpan A and Cursus albums, to the rock band Kiama. Also included is the folk-inspired work of Les Penning and Tubular Bells producer Tom Newman, alongside solo releases from Magenta singer Christina Booth and the all-star prog/classical crossover project Kompendium, featuring Steve Hackett and Francis Dunnery among many others. “I get bored easily only doing single musical style projects,” says label founder Reed. “Tigermoth has allowed me to successfully explore all the different styles of music and work with amazing musicians. I hope that the label has built up a reputation of high production values, in the music and…

Hello, and welcome to the new issue of Prog. You can, should you so wish, and I do recommend it, listen to Rush’s Moving Pictures approximately twice while reading Philip Wilding’s excellent in-depth look at the making of the album (page 32). I did exactly that every time I read the story, and each time I gained more from an album that’s been one of my favourites for the last 40 years, as I suspect it is for many of you too. Also, what a joy to see Geddy and Alex being interviewed together (via the magic of technology) for the first time in ages; their natural bonhomie and sense of fun all too evident, conveyed by Philip’s words, as they recalled writing and recording the songs that redefined the…

Hello, and welcome to the new issue of Prog. You can, should you so wish, and I do recommend it, listen to Rush’s Moving Pictures approximately twice while reading Philip Wilding’s excellent in-depth look at the making of the album (page 32). I did exactly that every time I read the story, and each time I gained more from an album that’s been one of my favourites for the last 40 years, as I suspect it is for many of you too. Also, what a joy to see Geddy and Alex being interviewed together (via the magic of technology) for the first time in ages; their natural bonhomie and sense of fun all too evident, conveyed by Philip’s words, as they recalled writing and recording the songs that redefined the…

Send your letters to us at: Prog, Future Publishing, 121-141 Westbourne Terrace, London, W2 6JR, or email prog@futurenet.com. Letters may be edited for length. We regret that we cannot reply to phone calls. For more comment and prog news and views, find us on facebook.com under Prog. FROM ONE DAVE TO ANOTHER I think it is great that you have taken an open mind as to what is prog. The only problem is that by casting such a wide net, as it were, you seem to be neglecting some genuinely important prog artists. One musician, in particular, who is surely deserving of a full article is Dave Stewart. I first heard him in the early 80s when alongside Barbara Gaskin he had a huge hit with their version of It’s My Party. I…

Send your letters to us at: Prog, Future Publishing, 121-141 Westbourne Terrace, London, W2 6JR, or email prog@futurenet.com. Letters may be edited for length. We regret that we cannot reply to phone calls. For more comment and prog news and views, find us on facebook.com under Prog. FROM ONE DAVE TO ANOTHER I think it is great that you have taken an open mind as to what is prog. The only problem is that by casting such a wide net, as it were, you seem to be neglecting some genuinely important prog artists. One musician, in particular, who is surely deserving of a full article is Dave Stewart. I first heard him in the early 80s when alongside Barbara Gaskin he had a huge hit with their version of It’s…