Most Hated Sub-Genre of prog - Progressive Rock Music Forum

Progressive Electronic for me. The majority of the music in this genre is either repetitive ambient looped arpeggios or weird sound design garbage. Boring stuff (YMMV).

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BrufordFreak wrote:

suitkees wrote:

Personally, I hate the overwhelming presence of those prog-metal subgenres like tech-, extreme-, post- and experimental-metal of which the progressiveness to my ears is generally accessory instead of a constitutive element of the music. If tempo changes suffice to consider something prog, that seems to me a bit week... Keep them at the neighbours where their presence is much more pertinent.

I'm waiting with bated breath for SiLLy PuPPy Mike's response to this!

Why should I care what anyone else loves or hates?
I honestly couldn’t care less
I love every prog genre / style/ hybrid
I’m with those who have no time to hate any music
If I don’t connect with it I move on

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siLLy puPPy wrote:

If I don’t connect with it I move on

true!

dougmcauliffe wrote:

Within Prog circles, I feel like Djent def comes to mind

not all djent is progressive.

Cristi wrote:

dougmcauliffe wrote:

Within Prog circles, I feel like Djent def comes to mind

not all djent is progressive.

True. Djent is technically under the prog metal umbrella, but many metalcore and deathcore bands have co-opted elements of the sound as well. Veil of Maya, Carnifex, Within the Ruins, etc.

Edited by Necrotica - July 14 2023 at 13:11

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Psychedelic Paul wrote:

Avant Prog/RIO - although I don't mind Brazilian Prog.

Tech/Extreme Metal - fetch me the ear defenders.

Zeuhl - I can barely even spell it, never mind listen to it.

Those 3 are high on my list of genres I prefer to avoid.

I don't like country music, but I don't mean to denigrate those who do. And for the people who like country music, denigrate means 'put down'. (the wonderful Bob Newhart)

Ultimately, there's no bad music, just music that doesn't suit your personal taste.

Edited by Hercules - July 14 2023 at 16:36

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suitkees wrote:

^ Oh, come on, you can do better than that. Tongue

I hoped to provoke some reactions - and especially arguments - to defend those genres as prog genres. You must have some of those (arguments)!

The time i could spend arguing with you is time i could spend listening to some nasty ugly extreme experimental metal that would make 99% of even metalheads cringe. haha

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Nogbad_The_Bad wrote:

Well they got Glam Rock horribly wrong, they're referencing 80's Hair Metal rather than the 70's bands.

That's the truth!! I learned a few things from that article, but most of it was pretty bad.

From ChatGPT:

Glam rock, also known as glitter rock, is a music genre that emerged in the early 1970s, primarily in the United Kingdom. It was characterized by a unique blend of music, fashion, and theatricality. Glam rock artists aimed to create a flamboyant and extravagant image, often incorporating elements of glamor, androgyny, and rebellion.

Musically, glam rock drew inspiration from various genres such as rock and roll, pop, and rhythm and blues. It featured catchy melodies, energetic guitar riffs, and a strong emphasis on showmanship. The sound of glam rock often included prominent use of electric guitars, driving rhythms, and theatrical vocals.

Glam rock artists often wore elaborate and androgynous costumes, with glittery or sequined outfits, makeup, and hairstyles. They challenged traditional gender norms and pushed boundaries with their androgynous appearance. Some notable glam rock artists include David Bowie, T. Rex, Roxy Music, Slade, Sweet, and Queen.

The glam rock movement had a significant impact on popular culture, influencing subsequent musical genres such as punk rock, new wave, and glam metal. It was a celebration of individuality, self-expression, and rebellion, and its influence can still be seen and heard in modern music and fashion.

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I assume the OP is asking us about what we think is/are the most disliked prog sub-genre(s) in general, not which one any of us particularly doesn't like.

Krautrock

It's name actually suggests it hates itself anyway Wink