Are Chicago prog related or fusion etc?

^ Really? I don't even know the band, the chart is based on the tag assignments at PF. You're welcome to add your own point of view.

NaturalScience wrote: That chart is very odd.

Easy Livin wrote: micky wrote: hhehehe... Bob....  we weren't supposed to announce that yet in open forum until that approval was 'confirmed'.... that is why I just said they were being 'evaluated'    As you know, I tend to steer clear of the genre team's work, you don't need me poking my nose in.   I was just concerned that you might be spending time on a band who's fate had already been decided elsewhere.

I've been thinking for a while about suggesting them for PA. But looks like somebody did the job for me. Great news!

omri wrote: I know only few songs of the band but based on that knowledge they aren't prog at all.

Well, it all depends on what those few songs are - picture someone incredulous that Genesis are here, because they heard a few songs from "I Can't Dance" and are bewildered at the prog credentials of said band.

rushfan4 wrote: The peak at the end is because of Stone of Sisyphus which is their most progressive release since the beginning period.  Although it was recorded 20 years ago, it wasn't released until 2008.

Methinks the curve needs to have data points marked with an X or a dot or something. 

Also, it indicates the mid 80s stuff as being as progressive as some of the early albums. 

omri wrote: I know only few songs of the band but based on that knowledge they aren't prog at all. If they have a more progy side that I'm not aware of then fine. However, I have a feeling that wer'e widening the borders a bit too much. Who's next ? Tom Petty and the heartbreakers ?

If a number of people with a vast knowledge of prog have suggested their inclusion, it means there is some merit to said suggestion. I know the band even less than you do, but don't doubt the expertise of those who know more than I do. As much as I can understand some members' frustration with some of the policies, I don't think it is a good reason for doubting people's integrity, or suggesting we want to include Tom Petty, ABBA, or whatever. Please, remember that there are people working on behalf of this site for FREE, who deserve to see their work respected.

NaturalScience wrote: omri wrote: I know only few songs of the band but based on that knowledge they aren't prog at all. Well, it all depends on what those few songs are - picture someone incredulous that Genesis are here, because they heard a few songs from "I Can't Dance" and are bewildered at the prog credentials of said band.

Well said!

oh yeah... since I see threads all the time asking how to become one...

a secret I'll let everyone in on that might not be explicit in the FAQ.. if you want to be a collaborator.. these are the kinds of things that get you noticed. Being a collaborator means working for the site.. and doing things just like this.  We are always on the lookout for collab worthy people... part of what we are looking for are those that can..and will do the dirty work that comes with maintaining..and expanding the database.