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Tracy's Prog World

by tracy hitchings

Pre and post menopausal fans of Prog Rock, join in on my voyeuristic chat show, including interviews with your favourite recording artists, producers, roadies and techs, sharing stories and experiences on tour, in the studio, and their lives.

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  1. S2 - Ep 62 - Written by Wolves - with Michael Murphy - Special Extended Edition

    "Written By Wolves" have an animal magic of their own. As humanitarians they are reaching out through song to help heal our deepest wounds Mikey, singer of the band shares history with a twist of philanthropy. Ding dong the which ain't dead!

  2. S2 - Ep - 61 - Chris Moutter, front man of "Cafe Fistfight" Zooms by for a chat about new EP.

    Come on in and get to know a bit about Chris, his band mates with their driving passion for the creative art. Cafe Fistfight has caught the eye of Kev Rowland, "The Progressive Underground" who's standing by to give them a nudge in taking those extra steps forward. It's always good to have a…

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  3. S2 Ep 60 - Kev Rowland pays homage to "Written by Wolves" and spills the beans on "Final Conflict." Something really stinks!

    Our Man Kev, Author of "The Progressive Underground" and Music Critic is back. As always with Kev, we get something old, something new and something was given to Kev 30 years ago. The smell was bloody horrible. As ever with Kev, there's so much more....

  4. S2 Ep 59 - Tracy does - Kev and Jerry

    Jerry Van Kooton of DPRP - Dutch Progressive Rock Page fame, Zooms in for a second time alongside Kev Rowland, Author of "The Progressive Underground" who is no stranger to TPW. These two experienced world class Critics talk of their driving passion. They are both Dog owners and Dog lovers.

  5. S2 Ep 58 - Dr Prog - "Christmas in July" Chit chat and the latest Health Hacks

    Dr Prog, a medical Dr with 30 years of experience Joins Tracy for some very laid back chit chat, a bit of music talk and health hacks to help those who are exempt. Please send your medical health questions to Dr Prog at - [email protected]

  6. S2 Ep 57 - Mikey Brown part 2 - Inside-out, The Blue Dressing gown. Outside In, The uncomfortable Karma train!

    Mikey's stoped off again at "Tracy's Prog World" to share more of his life experiences as the front singer of NewZealands Prog Rock band Outside In. Come and Join our chit chat as Mikey confesses that he is the man in the "Blue Dressing Gown". His dreams of a theatre show, The Vinyl album and the...

  7. S2 Ep 56 - Mikey Brown, Front man of Outside In. "I bought my first Guitar from cash converters for $75!"

    Come on Board with Mikey and his Musical Marvels , Personal growth, The Highs, The Lows, and learn about "Outside In" and there Debut Album Karma-train, and learn about the other band members. And so Much More!

  8. S2 Ep 55 - Kev Rowland - Arises again from "The Progressive Underground" with more musical magic.

    More musical delights from the world class music critic who digs out the best of New Zealand talent. Also very special tribute for a famous Australian rock God. and so much more...

  9. S2 Ep 54 - Martin Springett - I left the stage, skinheads throwing Cauliflower and a Scorpion did a headstand. It was all wrong.

    Stunning website - https://martinspringett.com/ Martin Springett is an author/illustrator musician living and working in Toronto. Born in the UK, Martin emigrated to Canada but returned to London in the early 70's to pursue a music career. He toured and recorded many albums in Europe and England,...

  10. S2 Ep 53 - Martin Springett - How I unearthed a long-lost Toronto Prog Rock Album

    Martin Springett is an award winning illustrator. Martin is a professional fantasy illustrator artist who has been commissioned to do many albums, children's books, posters, and a famous bookmark he did the artwork for, is still in circulation today, 40 years later. Martin has many music credits…

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  11. S2 Ep 52 - Top 25 Progressive Rock Podcasts You must Listen to in 2021

    No Guest today Guys as I thought it was high time I did a loner as I haven't since Season 1 - Episode 8. I hope you enjoy this recap of the last 51 Episodes to help you choose more easily what you would like to listen to next if you've missed out . I am very proud to have been emailed that I...

  12. S2 Ep 51 - Jerry Van Kooton co-founder of DPRP.net - talks Twelfth Night

    Jerry Van Kooton's Dutch Progressive Rock Pages celebrates 25 years of Prog Music, with reviews to help people discover new music. This website with great music thoughtfully serves the people with a driving passion. A must visit. Go to - DPRP.net

  13. S2 Ep 50 - Kev Rowland on the Musical Treasures in The South Pacific.

    Our Man Kev returns to celebrate the 50th episode on TPW. He vacuums up all new talent in New Zealand for our pleasure in a bottomless pit of musical delights loaded with talent Kev Rowland is a world classed renowned critic, revieist and columnist who has worked tirelessly in supporting talent...

  14. S2 Ep 49 - Morgan Jones, talks "Grumblewood" Folk Prog at its Best.

    Grumblewood are a quartet that hail from in and around Wellington, New Zealand. Inspired by the electric folk and progressive rock movements of the early 70s, their music draws from folk tradition and blends it with a bit of baroque, a bit of jazz, and a lot of rock.Grumblewood are signed to UK...

  15. S2 Ep 48 - Olav Martin Bjornsen, Norway's Music Reviewer for ProgressorR and House of Prog 'Part2'

    Olav Martin Bjornsen…Joins me for a second time. Olav Martin Bjørnsen one of the most prolific, earnest and conscientious reviewers of progressive music online, on the long-standing progressive rock online magazine and database ProgressoR. A man with a big heart.

  16. S2 Ep 47 - Olav Martin Bjornsen, Norway's Music Reviewer for ProgressorR and House of Prog

    Olav Martin Bjørnsen one of the most prolific, earnest and conscientious reviewers of progressive music online, on the long-standing progressive rock online magazine and database ProgressoR. A man with a big heart.

  17. S2 Ep 46 - Dr Prog on "The Rolling Stones" Keith Richards. He's riddled with it !!

    Come Join Dr Prog again as he talks on Butter, Arthritis, and Bicarbonate of Soda, known as Baking soda the little miracle in most kitchens. If you would like to ask health questions, email Dr Prog via - [email protected] - Dr Prog Is a fully qualified Medical Doctor. Discretion is assured.

  18. S2 Ep - 45 Kev Rowland, Prog Rock Columnist & Critic - Ding Dong the Witch is Dead!!

    Our Man Kev pops back on TPW with tales of the unexpected. New Zealand still very much open with live events and No muzzles, Kev talks of the first ever gig held at Eden Park home of the All blacks. "Sole Mio" are two brothers and a cousin with a special little girl named Jazz. Written by Wolves,...

  19. S2 Ep 44 - Dr Peta Zafir - Deep Sea Diving with the music loving Sociologist, talks serious health benefits from her complementary therapies.

    Dr Peta Zafir is Head Therapist and Owner of Coolum Therapy Clinic, and specializes in Complex Multifaceted Health Conditions and Pain relief. She has a postgraduate degree in Education, Teaching and Education Degrees majoring in Psychology and Sociology. Peta then progressed into the field of...

  20. S2 Ep 43 - Dr Peta Zafir - Academic, Musician and owner of Coolam Therapy Clinic remembers Piano Trauma

    Dr Peta Zafir - A lady on a Mission, academically qualified and in touch with her inner child, Peta has a musical past, passed down from her parents to her children. Peta is head therapist and owner of Coolum Therapy Clinic. As an academic she has the ability to complement and bridge the gap with...

  21. S2 Ep 42 - Jimmie White Part 2 - Guess what, Sammy Davis Jr did while Jimmy interviewed him !

    Radio and TV Star shares his interviews with Rock Legends and Film Stars. Jimmie White returns with more of his experiences from his TV show "Time For Living." He talks about being a Voice Over Artist and working as an Actor on a TV series and in an award winning Motion Picture. Jimmie takes us…

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  22. S2 Ep 41 - Jimmie White TV personality & Radio Royalty falls asleep Live on Air.

    Jimmie White, is a living legend of Australian Radio. He has survived the changing decades and now enjoys his senior years on modern age Radio Station Gold Coast 94.1 - Jimmie shares his experiences through the decades including an unfortunate happening on the Graveyard shift live show, and was a...

  23. S2 Ep 40 - Kev Rowland's Festival Treasure Hunt

    New Zealand's' Live Festivals have been flourishing and Kev Rowland, Author of "The Progressive Underground" has been out there attending the live scene, bathing in the glory of musical vibration, grinning from ear to ear with his findings. Kev, a world class critic and rock columnist, returns…

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  24. S2 Ep 39 - Dr Prog returns with a serious warning

    Dr Prog returns with a serious warning, tinnitus is affecting more people than ever before, and not just rock musicians. Over exposure to constant harsh frequencies can cause trauma to the ears, with early stage deafness showing up at a faster rate than known before. It's not just music frequency...

  25. S2 Ep 38 - Father Finney - What is laughter from the Pulpit?

    Father Finney returns for a second time with his unique philosophy on life, the lows and highs. A study of words. The music loving father with no dog collar to talk of, shares with us, the person, and three albums he would take to a deserted island. So get tucked in. Enjoy the chat.

  26. S2 E37 - Father Finney - Rocks from the Pulpit. No Dog Collars here.

    Come join me with the wonderful Father Finney, Aka James, who has a Podcast Chat Show called "Father Finney's The Best That Man Can Get." Listen to his refreshing perspective on life, his self loathing and inverted ideology. He talks of his life as a failure. A man who regrets the past and dreads...

  27. S2 Ep 36 - Matt Smith - Founder of AAA Records & Red Room Studios, dies of shock! - Part 2

    Matt Smith aka 'TeMatera' - In a shocking turn of events, Matt was dead, but thank God, not for long! Matt explains how labels have transitioned into a no risk back catalogue input / output, the Pros and cons of home producing and the reality of self publishing. The expectations of artists at AAA...

  28. S2 Ep 35 - Matt Smith - I'm not a Time Lord! - I'm "TeMatera"

    Matt Smith is no Time Lord, but he has travels through many music genres. Matt is the founder of Red Room Studios, and All Good, Absolute, Alternative (AAA) Records. A true Brit now residing in New Zealand's North Island, Matt takes us on his musical adventures of many roles. His ethos - Empower...

  29. S2 Ep 34 - Christina Booth of 'Magenta' discusses her 3rd Solo Album, and Life changing Qscience.

    Welcome beautiful Pre and Post Menopausal advisers and you pre and post midlife wonders. Here is one strong lady to help us all remember that we can get through really tough personal challenges. Christina Booth of 'Magenta' shares with us her new found health and wellness through Qscience…

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  30. S2 Ep 33 - Christina Booth Rock singer and kick Ass Karate Black Belt!

    Christina Booth, Welsh Singer songwriter with many accolades. Talks of smuggling. Supporting the UK SUBs, oh those Punk years! She is a Black belt in Karate! Gardening is therapeutic. Her sister Fan is also a singer who has been fighting bowel cancer. The lady's of Rage group. That Throat attack...

  31. S2 Ep 32 - Kev Rowland Author - Part 2 interview on his book, 'The Progressive Underground - Volume 3'

    Kev Rowland Columnist, Critic and Author returns with a continuation of the Progressive underground having finally completed Volume Three. Kev talks about the thriving live music scene in New Zealand. The Battle of the Bands. Crowded House is Kiwi, not Australian! Dave Dobbyns is Knighted. The...

  32. S2 Ep 31 - Kev Rowland, Steve Howe is in Devon with Kevin. Fish pours Kev a cup of Tea!

    The Prolific Prog writer returns to "Tracys Prog World" for a 3rd episode in season 2. Hope on board for the Progressive Underground. We Talk Volume 3. Kev is bitterly disappointed with Manfred M. Fish pours Kev a Cup of tea. Sits with Neal Morse and Nick. Steve Howe is in Devon with Keven. Chase...

  33. S2 Ep 30 - Dave Green = SUPER FAN and Winner of the 2020 Chrissy Quiz

    Congratulations to Dave Green, Super Fan and Winner of the Chrissy Quiz show 2020. First prise was an invitation to chat on "Tracy's Prog World". It is also Dave's second time on the show. Catch up with Dave's enthusiasm and love of Prog music and his unwavering support for new bands. This…

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  34. S2 Ep 29 - Martin Hudson and the Caped Wizard - Part 2

    Martin Hudson returns to delve deeper into his book, "Rotherham Rocked the first 18 years." He was the founder of the Classic Rock Society and talks of time when Rick Wakeman became the CRS Honorary President, and firm friend, known to have said " (Martin) played big part in giving Progressive…

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  35. S1 Ep 28 - BBC Presenter Sarah Walker - interview part 2 Classical presenter and Friend of Prog!

    Sarah Walker returns for part two on Tracy's Prog World chat show. She talks of her great college friend, Clive Nolan, Prog composer and discusses her part in his KINGS Ransom. Sarah shares her love of the Essential Classics and the French Impressionists. She also laments "Im in danger of loosing...

  36. S1 Ep 27 - Martin HUDSON - Founder of the CRS - the CLASSIC ROCK SOCIETY

    Martin Hudson met a group of friends in a bar, to discus playing music they all wanted to hear that was not being played enough through the usual corporate outlets, Amongst these friends, the appetite for great rock music gave birth to the The Classic Rock Society. Martin explains this through…

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  37. S1 Ep 26 - Christmas Eve - The Chrissie Quizzy Answers Show

    The Chrissie Quizzy Answers are here. Join me, with Dr Prog and with the help of my very special quest this episode, Paul, the Crocodile Man. Drum Roll please . . . . . . And the WINNER is ? . . . . . Lots of Love to All, with Mulled Wine and Jingle Bells.

  38. S1 Ep 25 - BBC Presenter & Pianist Sarah Walker talks Prog and the classical realm.

    Sarah Walker is a well known BBC 3 radio Presenter/Broadcaster. Sarah is a highly accomplished woman with a down to earth Manner that's infectious. The Barnsley lass talks of her riveting interview with Rick Wakeman on her show and Tony Visconti, who as a producer who had insight into the minds…

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  39. S1 Ep 24 Tracy hosts the Chrissie Quizzy show. Get your pencils ready!

    Here is "Tracy's Prog World" Chrissie Quiz Show. There are 45 general questions to answer. Come on have some fun! Simply type the number of the Question being read out to you then type the answer. The winner will be announced on the xmas eve show, the prize is-To come on to my chat show and we…

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  40. S1 Ep 23 - Tracy and The Greasy Belcher

    Greasy Belcher aka Carl, an English borne Irish Man is a Graphic designer, singer/song writer, and Satirical Author. Greasy, is a dedicated artist who pushes boundaries. He feels like a non conformist with a massive heart. Carl is very entertaining. We talk on development as an artist, evolution…

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  41. S1 Ep 22 - Dr Prog and The Plant Paradox

    Prog World's resident Medical Physician, Dr Prog, in discussion with Tracy, answers your medical questions and problems, and discusses Dr Gundry's food discovery (The Plant Paradox) its relation to gut disorders and other healing modalities. Quantum Healing Hypnosis is explained with more clarity.

  42. S1 Ep 21 - Danny Mayo - On The Buses, and a secret Keyboard collaboration!

    Join me on Tracy's Prog World with an interview with Danny Mayo - Music Promoter and dedicated Public Service Operative. Danny in lockdown, talks of promoting individually and collectively. Danny and the Gunners. Danny's live in partner of 10 years disappears in to the ether. Danny and his new...

  43. S1 Ep20 - Dave Stafford - Robert Fripp said to me "There's something wrong with your face, that's why you can't play guitar."

    Dave is an ambient looper guitarist who spent a good deal of time working with Robert Fripp in his guitar craft study courses. Dave's tenacity pays off with a great Ah ha moment. He has a very special 'Frank Zappa Guitar.' A beloved Cat called 'Cat-soon' who hates heavy metal. Dave has his work…

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  44. S1 Ep 19 - Lee Martin, The singer/songwriting Blonde Bombshell.

    Lee Martin is a South African born singer song/writer, based in New Zealand's South Island. Join me with this songstress of spiritual conscious heart and mind, as we discuss her beautiful songs and video productions, and some delightful secrets to share. Very accomplished with a strong fan base,...

  45. S1 Ep 18 - David Green Super Fan from Manchester

    Dave Green Is a great representation of the Super Fans of Prog and Metal music. He shares his experience of travelling the length and breath of the UK with his passion for the underground music scene, and his involvement in helping this beloved music. Dave shares in the madness of what's going on...

  46. S1 Ep 17 - Dr Prog answers your intimate and controversial questions !

    Please come join me as you hear our resident Dr Prog, answer medical questions posted to me via email. Dr Prog has 30 years experience as a medical practitioner with Degrees including Batchelor of Medicine, Batchelor of Surgery, a Graduate Diploma of Family Medical Practice, a Diploma in Pain...

  47. S1 Ep16 - The Flying Doctor gets a Prog Chick

    Rick Wakeman and Cut up body parts, and the mysterious history of King Arthur. And just for good measure, Quantum Healing Hypnosis meets Crocodile Dundee and a little bit of landmarq.net

  48. S1 Ep15 - Kev Rowland - Progressive Underground (part 2)

    Kev Rowland is back for the 2nd time with his riveting Prog knowledge. As the Author of "THE PROGRESSIVE UNDERGROUND" with the 3rd volume just released, we delve deeper. It all started in 1990, in a pub, when Kev met a fellow associate of 'Mensa', a rock special interest group which bought to…

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  49. S1 Ep14 - Kev Rowland author of "The Progressive Underground" - part (1)

    Kev Rowland writes the prog new Testament, "The Progressive Rock Underground". Chas Sniding wrote the Old testament, "The Strawberry Bricks guide to Progressive Rock." There is just eight years missing! How it all began . . . FISH is tall and imposing! John Wetton is remembered, Emerson Lake and...

  50. ep 13 - Maryen Cairns Live with "FISH" and Raw Chicken (Part 3)

    The last of three chinwags- On The horrific Quasar gig in Cornwall UK. Kieth Turner's Genius. Maryen tries to work out why "FISH" put a Raw Chicken in aplastic bag and hung it over her microphone, LIVE at the Tonypandy in Wales UK. Us pre post menopause Prog chicks talk about where we're at now...

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Pre and post menopausal fans of Prog Rock, join in on my voyeuristic chat show, including interviews with your favourite recording artists, producers, roadies and techs, sharing stories and experiences on tour, in the studio, and their lives.

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