ScareDe2
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For the longest time I've been on a classic progressive rock (e.g. Genesis, Jethro Tull, ELP, Yes, etc) and modern prog (e.g. Flower Kings, Spock's Beard, Haken, etc), but came across a couple of alternative rock bands with progressive tendencies (e.g. Pain of Salvation, The Dear Hunter, Karnivool, Jolly, etc). I hate to throw around genre names, but it's inevitable in this case. I am looking for bands that have that alternative rock sound mixed with some prog qualities, the best example I can offer right now is The Dear Hunter and Jolly, which are bands that don't necessarily have 20 minutes epics or suites, but nevertheless have the creative, distinct and ambitious/epic approach to their music without hugely relying on synths. I would appreciate if bands that have a sound similar to classic, symphonic prog from the 70s can be avoided (Neal Morse's music, Flower Kings, Moon Safari), I would love to listen to a more modern, alt rock approach. Thanks all!
I think there are two types of Smashing Pumpkins fans : Pre-Adore and post-Adore.
If you are a pre-Adore fan like me you don't want to miss the excellent Zero EP (extended play) that I consider a real album and that captured the peak vibes of the SP during the late 90's.
This album is an act of communion between the SP and their early fan base, in my opinion. It's deep. Feels like a freaking requiem.
Success changes you.
I like some of the pre-Adore and post-Adore tunes though. So not quite sure where I'd fit in this scheme. This was around the time that founding member D'arcy left though. And they had their first break-up. So a change in direction was probably in the cards, and inevitable.
I don't claim to be an expert on the group though. So take anything above with a grain of salt.