PROG ROCK | 15 Masterpieces that Defined the Golden Age

🔥 They Broke All the Rules! Step into the golden age of PROG ROCK — the 1970s — when music didn’t just play, it reinvented itself. Here are 15 epic masterpieces that pushed rock beyond its limits: soaring instrumentals, mind-bending experiments, and legendary concept pieces. This was the era when bands tore down every boundary and built something bigger, bolder, and unforgettable. 🎸 🎧 Featuring: 00:41 King Crimson – 21st Century Schizoid Man (1969) 01:39 Van der Graaf Generator – A Plague of Lighthouse Keepers (1971) 02:45 Caravan – Nine Feet Underground (1971) 04:36 Focus – Hocus Pocus (1971) 05:50 Genesis – Supper’s Ready (1972) 07:05 Jethro Tull – Thick as a Brick (1972) 08:25 Yes – Close to the Edge (1972) 09:20 Emerson, Lake & Palmer – Karn Evil 9 (1973) 10:36 Mike Oldfield – Tubular Bells (1973) 11:48 Renaissance – Ashes Are Burning (1973) 13:19 Camel – Lady Fantasy (1974) 14:51 Gentle Giant – Proclamation (1974) 15:54 Pink Floyd – Shine On You Crazy Diamond (1975) 17:24 Frank Zappa – Inca Roads (1975) 18:32 Rush – 2112 (1976) Which of these rule-breaking masterpieces is your favorite? Share your thoughts in the comments — and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more deep dives into prog rock history! ⚠️ Copyright Notice: We respect and follow YouTube’s Fair Use policies under Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act. Content is used for commentary, education, documentation, and review purposes. #ClassicRock #ProgRock #GoldenAge #RockHistory #70srock