Star Wars Palaver – Episode IX The Rise of Skywalker SPOILER ALERT – This episode contains many and repeated spoilers for Star Wars Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker. Paul, Tom, Joe and share their thoughts on The Rise of Skywalker exploring the plot threads, expanded universe tie-ins and philosophical interpretations of the movie. Star Wars as only the Palaver can do it. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D...
Jan 27, 2020•1 hr 46 min
SCS20 - Total Mass Retain, Kennett Square PA Words cannot describe the fun contained in this Special Concert Series edition of the Palaver. This conversation took place immediately after TMR’s show at the Kennett Flash. Not only were Joe, Paul and Ken all together (always a treat) they are joined by Joey, Mark and Joel of Total Mass Retain and Tom and Ann from ProgStock ALL at Paul’s kitchen table. A lively conversation took place. Ken’s excellent sound engineering captures levels of detail not ...
Jan 17, 2020•1 hr 13 min
SCS19 – Rick Wakeman, Allentown PA Friend of the Palaver Ken Fuller lends his experience again as he joins Ken and Joe to review the Rick Wakeman show from October 2019. While Ken Gregory was busy covering ProgStock, Ken Fuller was taking in the joys of a Rick Wakeman piano concert from his exclusive box seats. This palaver is a light, entertaining jaunt as is befitting a recap of a Wakeman show. Enjoy! Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www...
Jan 13, 2020•35 min
Bonus Episode – Genesis Lessons Learned 2 with Ken Fuller Friend of the Palaver Ken Fuller joins Ken and Joe to provide his perspective on Genesis. Ken F provides a wealth of first-hand knowledge from experiencing Genesis in real time. As usual, we cover the full spectrum from end to end. Ken provides his thoughts on the albums, the tours and the band members. We are always happy to have Ken Fuller on the Palaver providing his insights. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: www....
Jan 07, 2020•57 min
Bonus Episode – 2019 Year End Review & 2020 Palaver Goals Paul and Joe (and Ken in spirit) close out 2019 with a final review of the podcast and spend some time setting goals for 2020. We close out some last-minute mailbag input and look forward to what’s coming ahead (Pink Floyd, Toad the Wet Sprocket, Episode 66, Total Mass Retain and so much more). Happy New Year and deepest appreciation to all our listeners. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala...
Dec 31, 2019•39 min
Bonus Episode – Yes Music Podcast Crossover, 2019 We are super excited to welcome Friend of the Palaver Ken Fuller and the Yes Music Podcast (Kevin Mulryne and Mark Anthony K) to the Palaver. We do a quick (mostly) non-Yes survey of 2019 as a follow up to the Tormato discussion on the YMP. Many thanks to Ken, Kevin and Mark for joining us to talk some prog. We look forward to more conversations in the future. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTub...
Dec 31, 2019•19 min
Special Episode – Interview with Dave Kerzner Part 2, Dec 2019 SPOILER ALERT – In the course of this interview Dave spoils the ending of Acceleration Theory Part 2. If you have not listened to Acceleration Theory Part 2, we suggest you do so before listening to this podcast. Paul, Ken and Joe get the chance to catch up again with In Continuum’s David Kerzner. This wide-ranging palaver examines the writing and making of Acceleration Theory. Dave provides a look into his writing process and his lo...
Dec 21, 2019•1 hr 41 min
Bonus Episode – Steven Wilson Revisited In this solo episode, Joe takes a few moments to reflect back on the Steven Wilson segment of the Palaver. He shares his initial thoughts on SW and moves through the reactions to these records long after the Palaver stopped recording episodes. A little light listening to help close out the year. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured Theme music pro...
Dec 16, 2019•33 min
Episode 76 – Genesis Part 16, Supper’s Ready The Palaver goes in slightly different direction considering a single song. Supper’s Ready is obviously a very important (dare I say critical) piece of music in the Genesis catalog. It is a complex composition and has a relatively wide array of performances / interpretations. We dive deep into the various sections, discuss the way different bands present this work and consider the ridiculous question of which version is the defining one. We hope you e...
Dec 11, 2019•1 hr 32 min
Special Episode – Interview with Andrew Colyer Ken and Joe spend some time with Andrew Colyer. We get the chance to talk about his current experience as keyboardist for 3.2 featuring Robert Berry and how he approaches playing the parts of the inimitable Keith Emerson. Andrew touches on his associations with The Tubes and Tom Brislin. He also fills us all in on several of his other projects. Andrew’s origin story with prog is well worth the listen. The Palaver looks forward to keeping in touch wi...
Dec 06, 2019•55 min
Bonus Episode – Palaver Mailbag, Late Delivery Part 3, November 2019 Paul and Joe spend some time catching up with Palaver correspondence from 2019. They also spend some quality time reviewing the podcast goals for the year. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured Theme music provided by: Dave DeWhitt
Dec 02, 2019•51 min
Special Episode - Interview With Joey And Mark Of Total Mass Retain This is what happens when semi-spontaneous texts on a Friday occur between the Palaver and members of Total Mass Retain. Ken and Joe and Mark and Joey (of TMR) spend some quality time on a Friday evening discussing the new Yes release, Progstock 2019, past experiences with Yes and TMR’s BIG plans for the start of 2020. We hope you enjoy the energy and enthusiasm of four friends catching up. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gma...
Nov 25, 2019•55 min
Star Wars Palaver – Episode IX Preview Paul, Joe and Ken take some time out from prog to consider the three trailers for Star Wars Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker. We take a lighthearted stroll through the clues and spend some time on the lore and lead up to this last of the main sequence films. Not to be taken too seriously – for fun only. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCw_Xxit3D8wbv-AcJ_7Z__w/featured Theme ...
Nov 19, 2019•1 hr 4 min
Bonus Episode – Genesis Lessons Learned with Mark Anthony K The Palaver is extremely pleased and honored to welcome Mark Anthony K of The Yes Music Podcast to this episode on Genesis Lessons Learned. Ken and Joe spend some time with Mark as he shares his thoughts on the entire Genesis catalog. Of course, we have to take a few side trips into Yes and Rush territory. We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we did. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgP...
Nov 16, 2019•1 hr 13 min
SCS18 – Progstock 2019 Part 2, Interview with Tom Palmieri and Ann Rinaldi The Palaver finishes our coverage of Progstock 2019 with an interview with Progstock founders/promoters Tom Palmieri and Ann Rinaldi. Tom and Ann walk us through the superhero origin story of Progstock, give us a behind-the-scenes look at organizing and running an event like this and provide in-depth knowledge of the US visa system. Tips for up and comers who want to one day grace the main stage? They have you covered. An...
Nov 13, 2019•1 hr 9 min
SCS17 – Progstock 2019 Part 1 & 3.2 Ken Gregory did everything he could to take in all facets of Progstock 2019. Ken spent more than three days listening to wonderful music spanning the full spectrum of progressive rock from Progstock 2019. That wasn’t enough though, several days before he also took in a separate show by Robert Berry’s 3.2 in Kennet Square PA. In this Special Concert Series episode Ken shares his experiences while still not entirely caught up on sleep. A genuine labor of lov...
Nov 11, 2019•1 hr 14 min
Episode 75 – Genesis Part 15, Calling All Stations On this episode Ken, Paul and Joe tackle the “other bookend” album. Is it different? Certainly. Is it too slow? Perhaps. That being said there is lively discussion on the merits and limitations of this album. Ray Wilson gets serious respect from the panel for his performance and the general consensus is that we wish this incarnation would have had another chance to see what they could do. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: ww...
Nov 07, 2019•1 hr 21 min
Episode 74 – Genesis Part 14, We Can’t Dance The end of the Phil Collins era of Genesis is covered by Ken, Paul, Joe and Tom in this Palaver. The group considers several pressing questions. Is this album the end of Genesis canon? Is the album too long? Are there Phil solo songs hiding here? How did they get those killer drum sounds? Will Nick Davis talk to the Palaver? And surprisingly, is Fading Lights pure genius or half-baked flawed masterpiece? We consider all these and more and finish up wi...
Oct 28, 2019•1 hr 45 min
SCS16 – Steve Hackett: Genesis Revisited, Glenside PA Ken Gregory and Friend of the Palaver Ken Fuller share their experiences seeing Steve Hackett at the Keswick Theater in Glenside PA. The group cover Steve’s band, the set list and the overall feel of the night. As one might expect, there is nothing but good vibes and happiness leaving Joe happy for the conversation but sad that he didn’t get there himself. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTub...
Oct 13, 2019•58 min
Episode 73 – Genesis Part 13, Invisible Touch A master class in mid-80’s prog or sell-out schlock fest? Tom, Colby, Joe and Ken dive into Invisible Touch. This palaver sees some wide ranges of opinion on different aspects of this album from production to songwriting to performance. As the attorney for the defense (mostly) Ken takes up the charge of protecting the album from the cynicism of Colby and Tom. “My client does not wish to be referred to as tuna casserole” Twitter: @progpala Email: prog...
Oct 06, 2019•1 hr 39 min
Episode 72 – Genesis Part 12, Genesis Paul, Joe and Ken tackle this most interesting, self-titled album. Genesis showcases the group we have known so well on the precipice of super stardom. From the haunting opening of Mama to the uplifting close of It’s Gonna Get Better this album clearly demonstrates a seasoned group of musicians who have settled into their new style. This was an album that came out in the nascent days of our music appreciation and it seems to stand the test of time. Twitter: ...
Sep 26, 2019•1 hr 45 min
Episode 71 – Genesis Part 11, Abacab Genesis takes a hard left turn on Abacab. In an attempt to break the artistic chains that bound them, the three members of Genesis sought to make something “new” with Abacab. While they certain accomplished their goal, they seem to have confused Ken, Paul and Joe along the way. There is much palaver about this most enigmatic Genesis album. Is it genius or hubris? Listen to our Palaver and let us know your thoughts. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com...
Sep 22, 2019•1 hr 20 min
Special Episode – Interview with Total Mass Retain - Part 2, Sept 2019 As part of our continued support of and excitement for ProgStock, Ken and Joe take the opportunity to interview Terry and John of Total Mass Retain. We take the time to discuss the way these two exceptional musicians approach to being in a Yes tribute band. Can someone really “relax” when singing Jon Anderson? Both members share some of their experiences beyond TMR. Enjoy this conversation with these two fine gentlemen from a...
Sep 16, 2019•59 min
Episode 70 – Genesis Part 10, Duke “The Futility of Ambition” - Is Duke the best 3-man Genesis album? Is Duke the best Genesis album period? Cases are made for both in this Palaver on a most sublime album. Like Janus looking both forward and backward at once, Duke is a very important album in the catalog. Paul, Joe and Ken look at the themes, inspirations and implications that run throughout. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: www.youtube.co...
Sep 09, 2019•1 hr 48 min
Special Episode – Interview with Robert Berry In this episode, Ken and Joe have the pleasure of speaking with Robert Berry of 3.2. The conversation spans the breadth of Robert’s significant career with emphasis on his relationship with Keith Emerson and the music of 3 and his latest project 3.2 – The Rules Have Changed. Fronting Ambrosia? No problem. Reworking classic prog songs for Magna Carta albums back in the day? Piece of cake. Reworking Steve Howe songs and playing them in front of him? Be...
Sep 03, 2019•1 hr 7 min
Episode 69 – Genesis Part 9, And Then There Were Three Paul, Ken and Joe cover discuss the start of three-man Genesis with And Then There Were Three. Clearly bridging the past to the future this album clearly draws from the band’s previous experience while providing glimpses of what was to come from this core group. This album played a central role in the Palaver’s early Genesis explorations and we all remember it fondly because of that. In the final analysis, we all seem very pleased with this ...
Aug 28, 2019•1 hr 30 min
Special Episode – Interview with Dave Kerzner Ken and Joe get the pleasure of interviewing Dave Kerzner. Dave talks about his experiences in the world of prog and sells us on the many benefits of Cruise to the Edge. Dave’s perspective on the past, present and future of prog is delightful and insightful. He even has some words of wisdom for us here at the Palaver and we are glad to welcome him on our show. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/ProgPala YouTube: w...
Aug 25, 2019•1 hr 24 min
Episode 68 – Genesis Part 8, Wind and Wuthering Paul, Ken and Joe cover discuss the end of four-man Genesis with Wind and Wuthering. Tom declared that W&W is his favorite Phil-era album but he was unable to join the Palaver. That left the rest of us trying to sort out our feelings. While we were all a little tenuous at first it turns out there is much to like about this album even though it seems to translate as gray as the cover. Twitter: @progpala Email: progpala@gmail.com Facebook: www.fa...
Aug 10, 2019•1 hr 5 min
Episode 67 – Genesis Part 7, A Trick of the Tail Paul, Ken and Joe cover discuss the first of the four-man Genesis albums, A Trick of the Tail. While originally expecting some differences of opinion we eventually come to an understanding of the relaxed joy of this album. Showcasing a band that is relaxed and enjoying their craft, A Trick of the Tale builds on what came before while pointing to what’s to come. Bonus points to the group for the desert island episode idea. Twitter: @progpala Email:...
Aug 07, 2019•1 hr 32 min
SCS15 – Yes Royal Affair Tour, Irving TX Ken, Paul and Joe review the Yes Royal Affair show at the Toyota Music Factory in Irving TX. For Joe’s second show on this tour, he decided to take his daughter to her first ever Yes show and concert. The perspective of a first-time concert goer (with decidedly good taste) provides the framework for discussing this truly enjoyable concert. The group covers all four bands, Joe’s latest Roger Dean purchase and Grace’s list of the top three songs from the ni...
Jul 30, 2019•1 hr 10 min
