/mu/ - What is the natural evolution of symphonic rock? I - Music

Anonymous

04/02/26(Thu)17:00:40 No.129863991

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Anonymous 04/02/26(Thu)17:00:40 No.129863991 Archived

What is the natural evolution of symphonic rock? In 2026, I mean.

A relative keeps listening to "Yes", "Genesis", "Pink Floyd" and the usual classics, but I’d like to suggest something new to him. After a quick research, I told him to check out "Steven Wilson" and "Wobbler" with a very positive reception, but I feel like there’s more to it.

Which direction has the genre evolved in, and what tags should I look for? Eclectic rock, atmospheric…?

Anonymous
04/02/26(Thu)17:02:54 No.129864013

Anonymous 04/02/26(Thu)17:02:54 No.129864013

>>129863991
Steven Wilson never really made symphonic prog, that album is more inspired by King Crimson than Yes or Genesis

If you want modern bands in simlar style you should check Big Big Train, Spock's Beard or Flower Kings

Anonymous
04/02/26(Thu)17:15:00 No.129864163

Anonymous 04/02/26(Thu)17:15:00 No.129864163

>>129864013
I appreciate the answer. I’ve heard a bit of Big Big Train (Woodcut) and The Flower Kings, but Spock's Beard is new to me. I’ll give it a listen.

Anonymous
04/02/26(Thu)18:57:00 No.129865048

Anonymous 04/02/26(Thu)18:57:00 No.129865048

Haven't I listened to this album before? Doesn't it start with a sick jazz rock flute lead but then suddenly get very boring so I turned it off? Prog rock is so dorky.