Mellotronists

>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
>
You mean like trad jazz?

AAAAARRRGGGHHH....