Welcome to the grand stage of prog rock trivia, where we’re about to embark on a quiz that’s as unpredictable as a Yes album tracklist! Get ready to dive headfirst into the sea of information, ride the waves of memory, and maybe even face a brain salad surgery or two. You might need to ask yourself, “Do I feel like we do?” as we navigate through these waters. But don’t fret, this isn’t a thick as a brick wall you need to break down. Just remember, your effort won’t be in vain, after all, all’s well that ends well… right, Jethro?
1. Who is often regarded as the founder of progressive rock?
2. Which band released the quintessential prog rock album “Close to the Edge”?
3. What is the title of Genesis’ first concept album?
4. Who was the lead vocalist of the band King Crimson?
5. Which prog rock band featured musician Rick Wakeman?
6. What year did Pink Floyd release “The Dark Side of the Moon”?
7. Which prog rock band is known for the 1972 album “Thick as a Brick”?
8. Which city is considered the birthplace of progressive rock?
9. Who is the drummer for the band Rush?
10. What is the name of King Crimson’s debut album?
11. Who was the original lead vocalist of Genesis?
12. What is the name of Yes’ hit single from “The Yes Album”?
13. What instrument is Ian Anderson, the leader of Jethro Tull, famous for playing?
14. Which prog rock band released the album “Selling England by the Pound”?
15. Who replaced Peter Gabriel as Genesis’ lead vocalist?
16. Which band released the famous prog rock album “Tarkus”?
17. Who was the bassist for the band Rush?
18. What progressive rock band was guitarist Robert Fripp a member of?
19. What is the name of Pink Floyd’s rock opera?
20. Who wrote Jethro Tull’s “Thick as a Brick”?
21. What is the name of the album that Yes released in 1971?
22. Which progressive rock band released the album “Pawn Hearts”?
23. What album did Genesis release in 1973?
24. Who was the lyricist for the band Rush?
25. What is the name of Emerson, Lake & Palmer’s debut album?
26. Who was the keyboardist for the band Yes?
27. What progressive rock band released the album “Foxtrot”?
28. What year did King Crimson release “In the Court of the Crimson King”?
29. Which band released the prog rock album “Relayer”?
30. What is the name of the progressive rock band that Geddy Lee is a part of?
31. Who was the keyboardist for Emerson, Lake & Palmer?
32. What is the name of the concept album by Pink Floyd that tackles themes of absence, the music industry, and war?
33. Who is the lead vocalist of the band Yes?
34. Which band released the prog rock album “Aqualung”?
35. What is the name of Genesis’s 1972 album?
36. Who is the guitarist of the band Rush?
37. What progressive rock band did Steve Hackett play for?
38. What is the name of King Crimson’s 1974 album?
39. What progressive rock band released the album “Brain Salad Surgery”?
40. Who is the guitarist for the band Yes?
41. What is the name of the lead vocalist and bassist of the band Jethro Tull?
42. Which band released the prog rock album “In the Land of Grey and Pink”?
43. Who was the drummer for the band Genesis?
44. Which progressive rock band released the album “Court of the Crimson King”?
45. What was the first progressive rock band to incorporate a full symphony orchestra in a recording?
46. Who was the bassist for the band Yes?
47. What was the name of the first album released by Rush?
48. What is the name of King Crimson’s 1973 album?
49. What rock opera did The Who produce that is often considered a precursor to progressive rock?
50. Who was the drummer for King Crimson?
51. In which decade did progressive rock reach its peak of popularity?
52. Which band had a hit with the song “Roundabout” in the early ’70s?
53. What is the name of the 20-minute title track on Yes’ “Close to the Edge” album?
54. Who replaced Greg Lake as King Crimson’s vocalist?
55. What progressive rock band released the album “Tales from Topographic Oceans”?
56. Which progressive rock band was Bill Bruford a member of?
57. Who wrote Yes’ “Close to the Edge”?
58. Which band released the prog rock album “Octopus”?
59. Who is the lead vocalist and guitarist of the band Pink Floyd?
60. What is the name of the album that Rush released in 1976?
61. Who was the lead guitarist for the band Genesis?
62. What year did Jethro Tull release “Aqualung”?
63. What is the name of the album that Emerson, Lake & Palmer released in 1970?
64. What progressive rock band was Roger Waters a member of?
65. Who replaced Jon Anderson as Yes’ lead vocalist?
66. Who was the lead vocalist of the band Jethro Tull?
67. Which band released the progressive rock album “Mirage”?
Final Words
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