Progressive Rock
Everything published on Viyolens under Progressive Rock — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
A Beginner's Guide to Prog Rock
Prog rock can look intimidating from the outside, but it doesn't have to be. Here's the friendly way in: what it is, where it came from, and how to start hearing it.
The Complete Guide to 7 String Ibanez Guitars
Ibanez's 7 string guitars deliver expanded harmonic possibilities with the signature precision engineering that defines the brand, making them essential instruments for players exploring metal, progre...
The Complete Guide to Esp 7 String Guitar
The ESP 7-string guitar expands your range and opens new creative possibilities. Explore what makes ESP's extended-range guitars excellent for metal, progressive rock, and modern music.
Chapman Stick: A Complete Buyer's Guide
One player sounding like a full band still gets me every time. Here's how to actually choose the right Chapman Stick.
The Complete Guide to Pink Floyd Christmas Number 1
Pink Floyd's approach to commercial success prioritised album-driven artistry over seasonal chart chasing—a philosophy that shaped their enduring cultural influence.
The Complete Guide to Fender Five String Bass
The Fender five string bass expands downward range and harmonic vocabulary, making it ideal for contemporary players exploring progressive rock, metal, fusion and modern funk.
The History of Progressive Rock
It's not a story with one hero or one clean ending — it's a genre that reinvented itself at least three times over five decades.
The Best Chapman Sticks for the Money
Not a ranking of one winner — a genuine, model-by-model guide to which Chapman Stick fits what you're actually trying to do.
The Complete Guide to Schecter Guitars 7 String
Schecter 7-string guitars deliver extended low-end range with modern tone and robust hardware, ideal for progressive rock, metal, and fusion players.
The Complete Guide to Tool Band Vinyl
Tool band vinyl represents some of progressive rock's most ambitious and artistically significant releases. From debut Undertow through recent Fear Inoculum, collecting Tool vinyl connects fans to one...
Classic Rock Subgenres, Explained
One umbrella, several very different sounds: the strands that make up classic rock, why they blur into each other, and where to start with each.
A Beginner's Guide to Progressive Rock
Long songs and odd time signatures don't have to be intimidating. Here's the honest, no-nonsense way in.
Chapman Stick Explained: Features, Types and Tips
One player, two independent hands, and a bass line, chords and melody all at once — here's how the Chapman Stick actually works.
The Complete Guide to Alter Bridge
Alter Bridge stands as one of modern rock's most compelling bands, blending powerful vocal melodies with progressive guitar work and dynamic songwriting.
The Complete Guide to Esp 7 String
ESP 7-string guitars deliver extended range and modern playability for metal, progressive rock, and experimental musicians. Discover models, tuning, and what to look for.
A Beginner's Guide to Math Rock
Interlocking rhythms, odd meters and instrumental interplay explained simply, so you know exactly what you're listening for.
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Alter Bridge
Alter Bridge-inspired gear for players chasing powerful rock tone, stage-ready guitars and dependable performance equipm...
Chapman Stick
The Chapman Stick is a specialist tapping instrument for players who want guitar, bass and harmony in one voice.
Classic Rock
Classic rock covers enduring guitar-led songs, albums and artists that shaped modern rock culture.
Fender Five String Bass
The fender five string bass adds extended low-end range, making it a practical choice for modern live and studio playing...
Math Rock
Technically complex rock with odd metres, intricate guitars and tightly coordinated rhythmic patterns.
Prog Rock
Complex, ambitious rock with extended structures, intricate musicianship and layered arrangements.
Progressive Rock
Progressive rock uses complex structures, technical playing and layered arrangements for ambitious compositions.
Tool Band Vinyl
Vinyl releases for collectors and fans who value artwork, presentation and classic album listening.
