Transatlantic – The Absolute Universe (Album Review)
When the world is turned upside down, caught up in a whirlwind, we have to expect that art will follow in suit. As it turns…
Scott Medina has been an avid fan of progressive rock since growing up in prog-stronghold Philadelphia. He has lived in Boulder, Colorado for the past 25 years, introducing kids to the joys of music, working with the homeless, and leading evenings of devotional chanting music. Since re-kindling his love of prog at the turn of the century with bands like Spock’s Beard and Porcupine Tree, Scott has been a mainstay at prog concerts and festivals including the prog cruise events.
When the world is turned upside down, caught up in a whirlwind, we have to expect that art will follow in suit. As it turns…
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