melodic vs. metalic

[NorCalKurt]

Dale, I couldn't have said it any better. I could just dig out all my YES albums and listen day in and day out. I choose not to. Let's explore!

[Rick and Roll]

Contrary to popular belief lol, I like melodic music. I do so like a good crunchy song also.

A lot of progressive rock of late, even the classic artists are incorporating heavy themes in their music. It may not be a generational thing by person, but it certainly is new for this generation. Some bands can swing wildly within songs.

Atonal is a different story. There is no more polarizing genre in progressive rock than RIO and the like. But as with bands like Porcupine Tree, these bands are also very popular and evoke great passion in the listener.

It's tough to avoid. As for a niche, I also think Dale says it best.