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>I don't mind bands labeling themselves as prog (although I prefer
>they use the subtler yet broader term, progressive) as a point of
>reference. I do object to the glut of faceless traditionalist bands
>like Spock's Beard, Echolyn etc. It's just crap!! Wearing your
>influences is one thing, but Jesus, parade an attempt at an original
>idea out there once in a while. Radiohead, Sufjan Stevens,
>Efterklang, Ratatat even My Chemical Romance (yay Jersey boys!) feel
>more "progressive" than bands that rehash the "glory days" with the
>same sounds and ensembles, but with slightly different notes, more
>chops and less imperfections. ........let the flaming begin
>
>iFritz -available fall '07 from Cingular Wireless and Orange Telecom
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