While the rest of us were quaffing Kraken (a lip-smacking rum-style beverage) at the awards, Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson, plus presenter Roy Harper, were occupied with a different kind of spirit: namely the Spirit Of Prog Award. (more…)

Folk hero Roy Harper pays tribute Ian Anderson, the leader of Jethro Tull, the winner of the Classic Rock Spirit Of Prog Award. (more…)

This week, we’ve got a batch of live releases on DVD, Blu-ray and CD. From artists like Peter Gabriel and Deep Purple. Oh, and there are a few studio-bound releases as well. (more…)

Pearl Jam are on the cover of the new issue of Classic Rock as they reach their 20^th anniversary. (more…)

Ian Anderson is to celebrate the 40^th anniversary of the iconic Jethro Tull album Thick As A Brick with a massive spring tour, during which he’ll be playing the whole of the album. (more…)

Bruce Dickinson is to play at Canterbury Cathedral. (more…)

It’s a hot day in the east of London, as the hordes leave a trail of order and calm at local tube stations and on the buses. Hang on, this a rock festival… where’s the expected chaos? Even the stewards appear relaxed. Trouble? They’re not on the bill this year. (more…)

WHO: High Voltage Festival

WHERE: : London Victoria Park

WHEN: : Saturday, July 23 and Sunday, July 24 (more…)

The new issue of Prog dons its sunglasses, grabs a beer and prepares for a summer season of progtastic dazzlement, kicking off with the High Voltage Festival – and it’s guest edited by Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson! (more…)

This week sees the welcome swing back into action of two classic American names, a compilation from another bunch of US masters. A book soundtrack putt. A newish eagle-eyed all girl band and a member of Trust holes out on a solo release. (more…)