I like Ayreon a lot for two reasons: First, the music/story/mood is great each track having mostly positive vibes(except on
The Human Equation or, failing that, sounding really good and well produced. Second, the whole Ayreon saga is inspiring to me, since I read Arjen can't read or write sheet music and yet managed to make album after album of Prog-rock/metal operas that are really well done showing me that effort and dedication sometimes are all what are required to make interesting music.
Glad your show is featuring the "gateway album" for Ayreon rick.
