Prog Heaven in no particular order

A Listmania! list by Steve D (London, England)
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Moving Pictures
1.  Moving Pictures by Rush
The list author says:
  "The masters, and this is their finest hour, proven by how they still play so many tracks from this in concert"
£5.77   Used & New from: £4.17
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews)

Hemispheres
2.  Hemispheres by Rush
The list author says:
  "Perfection in a jewel case. Not a bad track in sight, showing the band at the height of their prog rock era."
£4.49   Used & New from: £2.50
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)

Permanent Waves
3.  Permanent Waves by Rush
The list author says:
  "The first Rush album I bought. Listening to it now, the production is stunning, a fabulous sounding piece of work."
£5.77   Used & New from: £2.21
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)

Metropolis Part 2: Scenes From a Memory
4.  Metropolis Part 2: Scenes From a Memory by Dream Theater
The list author says:
  "Essential. A combination of awesome riffing, complex arrangements and soaring melodies. A classic."
£4.99   Used & New from: £1.87
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (52 customer reviews)

Awake
5.  Awake by Dream Theater
The list author says:
  "After the breakthrough Images & Words this was a real eye-opener, powerful, melodic and unforgettable."
£3.99   Used & New from: £0.56
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)

In Absentia (European Edition)
6.  In Absentia (European Edition) by Porcupine Tree
The list author says:
  "Steven Wilson has the best ear for melody I've ever known. This is the most played album on my iPod. 'Nuff said."
£6.27   Used & New from: £4.97
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (38 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

Stars Die
7.  Stars Die by Porcupine Tree
The list author says:
  "A superbly put together compilation of the band's early work. An excellent place to start for the Porcupine Tree virgin."
Used & New from: £11.19
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)

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Stupid Dream
8.  Stupid Dream by Porcupine Tree
The list author says:
  "Finally remastered and re-released, this is a wonder of melody and subtle grooves."
Used & New from: £5.53
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)

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Still Life [Digipak]
9.  Still Life [Digipak] by Opeth
The list author says:
  "Simply stunning, and possibly their best work. Anyone with an interest in progressive music has to hear this."
£11.09   Used & New from: £6.78
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)

Ghost Reveries
10.  Ghost Reveries by Opeth
The list author says:
  "Brutal and heavenly in equal measure, Opeth's consistency continues to amaze. The Baying of the Hounds is one of their best."
£8.49   Used & New from: £3.24
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (47 customer reviews)

A Place In The Queue Ltd Ed w/Bonus CD
11.  A Place In The Queue Ltd Ed w/Bonus CD by The Tangent
The list author says:
  "The best pure prog rock album I've heard in years. Musically jaw-dropping, so-so vocals. A must listen."
Used & New from: £14.57
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

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Brave
12.  Brave by Marillion
The list author says:
  "Their finest hour, bar none. A work of heartbreaking beauty."
£7.80   Used & New from: £6.51
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (30 customer reviews)

Marbles
13.  Marbles by Marillion
The list author says:
  "A brilliant return to form, confident and inspirational. get the 2CD version from their website if you can."
Used & New from: £3.40
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (56 customer reviews)

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The Dark Third
14.  The Dark Third by Pure Reason Revolution
The list author says:
  "New kids on the block combine wonderful vocal harmonies with progressive sensibilities."
Used & New from: £2.99
4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)

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V - The New Mythology
15.  V - The New Mythology by Symphony X
The list author says:
  "Progressive metal to rival Dream Theater, this is their best to date. Russell Allen has one of the best voices around."
£14.52   Used & New from: £6.48
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

The Odyssey
16.  The Odyssey by Symphony X
The list author says:
  "A heavier attack, highlighted by the stunning 24 minute title track."
Used & New from: £5.73
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

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The Yes Album [Expanded & Remastered]
17.  The Yes Album [Expanded & Remastered] by Yes
The list author says:
  "Still my favourite of theirs, this has a rawness and, surprisingly, directness that sets it apart."
£5.47   Used & New from: £3.13
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (39 customer reviews)

Live Recording 2003
18.  Live Recording 2003 by The Flower Kings
The list author says:
  "Roine Stolt and co perform their epics live. Top quality."
£14.36   Used & New from: £6.94
5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

Paradox Hotel
19.  Paradox Hotel by The Flower Kings
The list author says:
  "Could have been better condensed onto a single cd, but there are still some outstanding tracks here."
£14.38   Used & New from: £3.99
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)

10,000 Days
20.  10,000 Days by Tool
The list author says:
  "A work of dark, brooding intensity that never ceases to amaze and impress"
£14.21   Used & New from: £5.93
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (113 customer reviews) | 1 customer discussion

Second Life Syndrome
21.  Second Life Syndrome by Riverside
The list author says:
  "The 2nd album from the biggest secret in prog rock today. Haunting and agressive, superb musicianship, essential."
£18.26   Used & New from: £7.98
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)

Out of Myself
22.  Out of Myself by Riverside
The list author says:
  "Their debut, and equally essential. No band should be this good this early in their careers!"
£10.17   Used & New from: £8.92
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)

Live In Europe (2 cds)
23.  Live In Europe (2 cds) by Transatlantic
The list author says:
  "The prog supergroup perform some of their superb work. Marvellous."
£14.35   Used & New from: £4.98
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)

Amplifier
24.  Amplifier by Amplifier
The list author says:
  "Amazingly assured debut from this British band. A real grower."
£13.49   Used & New from: £10.49
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)

Operation Mindcrime -3cd-
25.  Operation Mindcrime -3cd- by Queensrÿche
The list author says:
  "And last, but never least, the definitive progressive metal concept album. Essential doesn't even begin to describe it."
£7.49
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)

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