Progressive Palaver
Progressive Palaver
This is a podcast by a group of lifelong friends and appreciators of music discussing the greatest progressive rock bands, album by album.
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Aug 7, 2019 • 1h 32min
Episode 67 - Genesis Part 7, A Trick Of The Tail
Episode 67 – Genesis Part 7, A Trick of the Tail
Paul, Ken and Joe cover discuss the first of the four-man Genesis albums, A Trick of the Tail. While originally expecting some differences of opinion we eventually come to an understanding of the relaxed joy of this album. Showcasing a band that is relaxed and enjoying their craft, A Trick of the Tale builds on what came before while pointing to what’s to come. Bonus points to the group for the desert island episode idea.
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Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt
Outro Music: Ocean City ‘88 by Paul Zotter (feat Dave DeWhitt) www.paulzotterrocks.com

Jul 30, 2019 • 1h 10min
SCS15 - Yes Royal Affair Tour, Irving TX
SCS15 – Yes Royal Affair Tour, Irving TX
Ken, Paul and Joe review the Yes Royal Affair show at the Toyota Music Factory in Irving TX. For Joe’s second show on this tour, he decided to take his daughter to her first ever Yes show and concert. The perspective of a first-time concert goer (with decidedly good taste) provides the framework for discussing this truly enjoyable concert. The group covers all four bands, Joe’s latest Roger Dean purchase and Grace’s list of the top three songs from the night.
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Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Jun 28, 2019 • 1h 27min
SCS14 - Yes Royal Affair Tour, Atlantic City NJ
SCS14 – Yes Royal Affair Tour. Atlantic City NJ
Ken and Joe review the Yes Royal Affair show from the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City NJ. From the confounding appearance of Arthur Brown through the academic information of Carl Palmer and the versatile magic of Bumblefoot to the relaxed joy and wonder of Yes, the guys cover it all (or at least a lot of it). This was a very enjoyable show and there is much to recommend it.
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Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

May 29, 2019 • 1h 26min
Episode 65 - Genesis Part 5, Selling England By The Pound
Episode 65 – Genesis Part 5, Selling England by the Pound
Paul, Ken and Joe cover Selling England by the Pound. High points? Low points? Disagreement? This episode has them all. While some of the subtleties of British culture references require some work the group decides that this is a very strong album. Opinions are split on The Battle of Epping Forest but Firth of Fifth is a classic.
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Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt
Outro Music: Sentimental by Paul Zotter (feat Dave DeWhitt), written by Tom Corkran www.paulzotterrocks.com

May 25, 2019 • 51min
SCS13 - The Musical Box, Glenside PA
SCS13 – The Musical Box – Glenside PA
Ken and Joe are joined by Friend of the Palaver Ken Fuller to discuss The Musical Box’s performance at the Keswick theater attended by the two Kens. We palaver about tribute bands, Genesis live experiences and, of course, The Musical Box.
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Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

May 15, 2019 • 1h 45min
Episode 64 - Genesis Part 4, Foxtrot
Episode 64 – Genesis Part 4, Foxtrot
Paul, Tom, Ken and Joe cover what may be the best of five-person Genesis, Foxtrot. There is balance in the force for this excellent album. What does Foxtrot have in common with Jesus Christ Superstar and Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer? Tune into this episode of the Palaver and find out.
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Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

May 12, 2019 • 53min
SCS12 - Nick Mason's Saucerful of Secrets, New York NY
SCS12 – Nick Mason’s Saucerful of Secrets – New York NY
Ken and Joe are joined by Joe Cass of Total Mass Retain, Yes Tribute Band to discuss Nick Mason’s Saucerful of Secrets tour. While Joe was unable to attend the performance in Dallas (to which he had tickets but sadly had to travel), Joe Cass saw BOTH nights at the Beacon Theater in New York. Covering parts of the Pink Floyd catalog that no one else would dare to cover, Nick Mason put together a solid band and did the thing properly. Joe Cass provides the perspective of a respected friend of the Palaver and drummer as only he can.
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Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

May 8, 2019 • 56min
Episode 63 - Genesis Part 3, Nursery Cryme
Episode 63 – Genesis Part 3, Nursery Cryme
Joe and Ken reach a major milestone in the Genesis catalog with Nursery Cryme. The additions of Steve Hackett and Phil Collins to band combined with the developing songwriting skills of the remaining three provides a significant leap forward. This album continues to showcase the unique characteristics that will become Genesis.
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Apr 24, 2019 • 1h 6min
Episode 62 - Genesis Part 2, Trespass
Episode 62 – Genesis Part 2, Trespass
The second Genesis album, Trespass, takes a huge step towards realizing what Genesis will become. The Palaver finds much to like in this early gem as the band begin to find themselves musically. There are times when the listener can clearly hear the future prog powerhouse. While we might not all listen to this record as much as we think we should, we all enjoyed it immensely.
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Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt

Apr 21, 2019 • 1h 17min
SCS 11 - Jon Anderson, Collingswood NJ
SCS 11 – Jon Anderson – Collingswood NJ
Ken and Joe discuss the Jon Anderson 1000 Hands Tour after seeing the energetic and positive show at the Scottish Rite Auditorium in Collingswood New Jersey. We palaver about the band and the setlist, considering their interpretations of Yes classics and Jon’s solo material. Favorable feelings are in evidence as we recall our experience.
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Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt


