A Collection of Progressive Metal

Progressive Metal definition:

This category represents the core movement of what is called "Progressive Metal" in the literal sense. It is a subgenre of progressive rock as much as it is a subgenre of heavy metal, and this is how its sound is defined: a blend of heavy, guitar-oriented metal music enriched with compositional innovation and complex arrangements, usually expressed through diverse instrumentation and often (but not always) with odd-time signatures. Common, but not essential to define the movement, are the frequent use of keyboards, high-pitched vocals, concept lyrical themes and tracks of longer duration. Similar to progressive rock, progressive metal draws influences from other genres, such as jazz/fusion, ethnic, classical and symphonic music.

The heavy sound of some of the progressive rock bands of the 70's has been one of the building blocks on which progressive metal was raised. Progressive rock pioneers such as KING CRIMSON and RUSH have often been acclaimed as the main influences of progressive metal bands. The other major influence has been the NWOBHM (New Wave of British Heavy Metal) movement, and especially the twin-guitar arrangements of IRON MAIDEN, which have left their stamp on the early stages of the genre's development.

We also prepared a collection of many bands (some unknow) to know better this variation of Prog Rock and Heavy Metal. ( Tankard, Mayadome, Anathema, Opeth, Pshycotic Waltz, Listen, Madsword, Infinity, Contagion, Blackwater Park, Therion and more).
Please, also read ( http://www.progarchives.com/subgenre.asp?style=19 ).

Progressive Metal Collection (ProgArchives 2000 - 2006)

ProgMetal Vol 1

ProgMetal Vol 2 

ProgMetal Vol 3

ProgMetal Vol 4

ProgMetal Vol 5