Jacob Roberge to Symphonic Prog

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   Artist Name: Jacob RobergeCountry: Canada
Proposed Subgenre: Symphonic Prog
Biography:
Jacob Roberge is a Québec-based progressive rock musician, singer, songwriter, composer, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist with a background in classical music and orchestration. His work is rooted in the Symphonic Prog tradition, characterized by grand compositions, orchestrations, and instrumental passages.
Roberge initially gained recognition through his YouTube channel, where he showcased his vocal and instrumental talents with covers of artists such as Queen and Genesis. His classical influences are evident in his arrangements and cinematic production, blending rock instrumentation with orchestral elements.
On January 31, 2025, Roberge released his debut album, The Passing, a six-track symphonic rock odyssey spanning approximately one hour, including the title track epic at 32 minutes. The album features a full sonic palette, incorporating strings (violin, cello), brass (trumpet), and layered harmonies. 
His music blends orchestral movements with progressive rock complexity, evoking influences from Genesis, Yes, The Enid, Transatlantic, and Anglagård, yet with a modern, cinematic approach.
Discography:
The Passing (2025) (Track listing and full credits on the album’s Bandcamp page here: https://jacobroberge.bandcamp.com/album/the-passing-2)
Justification for Inclusion on Progarchives:
Jacob Roberge's music exemplifies the core traits of Symphonic Prog, with grand-scale compositions, classical instrumentation, and intricate melodic development. Critics have noted his strong compositional voice and potential to become a major name in modern progressive rock, with reviews highlighting his attention to detail, dynamic shifts, and rich textural depth. Publications such as Notes Reviews, The Progressive Subway, Sea of Tranquility, Prog Radio, and The Prog Corner have praised his ability to craft cinematic and deeply expressive symphonic rock.
Additional Links:
Official Website: https://www.jacob-roberge.com 
Bandcamp: https://jacobroberge.bandcamp.com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JacobRobergeQC 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr.jacob_roberge/
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/JacobRobergeOfficiel/ 
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ProgRadio Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Newbie Joined: May 23 2024 Location: Tampa FL Status: Offline Points: 12	Post Options Post Reply Quote ProgRadio Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: Jacob Roberge to Symphonic Prog Posted: 12 hours 19 minutes ago at 18:37
	Artist Name: Jacob Roberge Country: Canada Proposed Subgenre: Symphonic Prog Biography: Jacob Roberge is a Québec-based progressive rock musician, singer, songwriter, composer, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist with a background in classical music and orchestration. His work is rooted in the Symphonic Prog tradition, characterized by grand compositions, orchestrations, and instrumental passages. Roberge initially gained recognition through his YouTube channel, where he showcased his vocal and instrumental talents with covers of artists such as Queen and Genesis. His classical influences are evident in his arrangements and cinematic production, blending rock instrumentation with orchestral elements. On January 31, 2025, Roberge released his debut album, The Passing, a six-track symphonic rock odyssey spanning approximately one hour, including the title track epic at 32 minutes. The album features a full sonic palette, incorporating strings (violin, cello), brass (trumpet), and layered harmonies. His music blends orchestral movements with progressive rock complexity, evoking influences from Genesis, Yes, The Enid, Transatlantic, and Anglagård, yet with a modern, cinematic approach. Discography: The Passing (2025) (Track listing and full credits on the album’s Bandcamp page here: https://jacobroberge.bandcamp.com/album/the-passing-2) Justification for Inclusion on Progarchives: Jacob Roberge's music exemplifies the core traits of Symphonic Prog, with grand-scale compositions, classical instrumentation, and intricate melodic development. Critics have noted his strong compositional voice and potential to become a major name in modern progressive rock, with reviews highlighting his attention to detail, dynamic shifts, and rich textural depth. Publications such as Notes Reviews, The Progressive Subway, Sea of Tranquility, Prog Radio, and The Prog Corner have praised his ability to craft cinematic and deeply expressive symphonic rock. Additional Links: Official Website: https://www.jacob-roberge.com Bandcamp: https://jacobroberge.bandcamp.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JacobRobergeQC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mr.jacob_roberge/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JacobRobergeOfficiel/ Also available on all streaming platforms

yam yam Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Special Collaborator Crossover Team Joined: June 16 2011 Location: Kerberos Status: Offline Points: 7182	Post Options Post Reply Quote yam yam Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 11 hours 53 minutes ago at 19:03
	Great find Kevin! This is a superb album indeed. I expect this fellow will be added to the archives in a heartbeat, and most likely in Symphonic Prog, as you suggest.

ProgRadio Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Newbie Joined: May 23 2024 Location: Tampa FL Status: Offline Points: 12	Post Options Post Reply Quote ProgRadio Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 11 hours 38 minutes ago at 19:18
	Awesome! We hear a lot of new bands here at Prog Radio but now and then something special comes along, and this is one of those times. What a debut! Jacob just turned 27. Can't wait to watch his journey in the coming years.

richardh Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Prog Reviewer Joined: February 18 2004 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 29560	Post Options Post Reply Quote richardh Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 4 hours 4 minutes ago at 02:52
	Yep should be a shoe in. Best guitar work I've heard on an album for ages positioned somewhere between Mike Holmes (IQ) and Dave Gilmour. Very strong album with a 30 minute epic. Is it prog? Is the pope Catholic!

rdtprog Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Special Collaborator Heavy, RPI, Symph, JR/F Canterbury Teams Joined: April 04 2009 Location: Mtl, QC Status: Offline Points: 5407	Post Options Post Reply Quote rdtprog Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 3 hours 30 minutes ago at 03:26
	on the Symphonic chart : Edited by rdtprog - 3 hours 29 minutes ago at 03:27
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