TEE "The Earth Explorer"

TEE is a five piece flute front progressive rock band from Tokyo, Japan. Their so-called 'European' sound is unique considering their far-east origin. The imaginative tunes with complex ensembles and rhythms will definitely catch the attention of prog lovers all over the world. Their sound will remind you bands like Camel, King Crimson, Asia Minor or even Frank Zappa on some parts. The band was formed in 2004 when... more

Kevin BARTLETT

You may not know his name but you have definitely heard his music more than once or twice in your life. Maybe on HBO, or on MTV, or on VH1, Comedy Central, Discovery Channel. Doesn't ring the bell? How about American Idol Rewind, or Dr. 90210? We had interviewed Kevin Bartlett a couple of years ago when his second solo album GLOW IN THE DARK was released. Bartlett has been quiet since that time but but he has been secretly brewing new projects. A few months ago he had put a new song...more

Peter Hammill, founding member of Van Der Graaf Generator, released his 28th solo album " nearly 3 months ago. He recently got back home from a short tour covering North America, Canada and Italy. In the 70's when bands like...more

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SOULJOURNERS

A Southern California band, Souljourners have caught the attention of music fans seeking something new & exciting. The industry should stand to attention when confronted with this group's own brand of progressive metal. TheProgFiles had the distinct pleasure of catching them at a recent show in Orange County. We instantly got the feeling that we were witnessing the next phenomenon in prog. With their impressive compositions and virtuosity, you are immediately drawn in and find that you cannot look away... and that's just the live experience. Souljourners now have a new CD that is equally mind blowing.

The band consists of Michael Couts on guitar and vocals, Scoops (David Brockenborough) on bass, Paul Ellingson on keyboards, Jackson Heskett on drums. CATCH these guys now. Discover what you've missed out on thus far and count yourself among the growing list of die hard fans before you become one lost in the sea of fans they will have before you realized what happened... because they are going to take over the world.

Voted the Best Live Band 2007 at the Inland Empire Music Awards. "A band Destined for Stardom" says Martin Brown, Southern California Awards show producer. Known for intense stage presence and musicianship Souljourners has been tearing California open with their unique blend of Progressive Rock/Metal. Souljourners has shared the stage with nationally know acts including Dick Dale, Jonah 33, The Young Dubliners, Holy Soldier, and many others. Voted Best High School Band by the Southern California Music Awards in 2006 and recently nominated by the Inland Empire Music Awards 2007 for 3 awards and took home 2! Souljourners is featured on many radio stations and on line stations across the United States. 2008 promises to be exciting as the band is gearing up for their debut album release of “Mind Control” a musically rich concept album produced by Frank Gryner (A Perfect Circle, Bon Jovi, Train, Rob Zombie) and Karen Stever. This album also features guitarist Phil Collen from Def Leppard on the song "Crazy Times". Souljourners has gained the attention of prog and rock fans around the world and will be touring in 2008. Check souljournersband.com for more information on their upcoming album release and tour.

Forget the fact that this is a young group of guys and hold them under the same microscope that you would for Dream Theater, Galactic Cowboys or even Voi Vod - Souljourners will most certainly emerge from the test as true blooded rockers with a sharp mind for progressive arrangements. Hear it for yourself by visiting their MySpace profile.