Top 10 Obscure Progressive Rock Bands

They have had some fine works over the years, specifically their first album "More Than Meets the Eye." Their music can be compared to the likes of IQ, as they had opened for them prior. What separates JADIS from IQ is their more upbeat and guitar-driven sound, which, while not entirely unique, definitely works for them.

A Greek band, eh? You probably don't listen to any Greek music artists, I bet. Well, that's beside the point. Verbal Delirium is awesome. They have a good mix of modern music elements combined with the psychedelic feel of the '60s.

They also show inspiration from metal and jazz music, adding elements to their songs and making some really beautiful music. My favorite song from them is probably Dancing Generation.

Haha, yes. Most people don't listen to Greek bands. I listen to a death metal band called Septicflesh and have heard of several other Greek metal bands.

A crossover prog band from the UK and one of my favorites of all time. They are currently releasing music on their own label, English Electric Recordings, and have a fascinating library of tunes to check out.

Although the lineup has constantly shifted at times, it may be a little hard to keep up. However, their overall sound definitely shows influence from folk music, which, combined with rock, works extremely well. I'd recommend their more recent albums, especially Grimspound and English Electric.

Although they are more or less neo-prog, Pendragon still shows a strong association with the wonderful world of progressive rock. They had a constantly shifting lineup at one point, but currently, they are sticking with a more consistent lineup. Their music is definitely worth listening to, especially for neo-prog fans everywhere. Pendragon is amazing.

A Dutch band that has been around since 1972, Kayak had their fair share of contributions to the symphonic progressive scene of the '70s. Although they disbanded in 1982, they reformed in 1999, adopting a more crossover sound.

With their sound constantly changing, the best I can say is to find an era of Kayak you enjoy the most and really stick to that.

I guess they are fairly popular, but not in the U.S. If there is one band that will get you into progressive rock, more specifically the modern prog sound, it's Riverside. Their sound cannot be easily described, so definitely give them a listen, especially their album Second Life Syndrome.

I can almost guarantee that if you like prog, that album will become one of your favorites of all time!

I was blown away the first time I heard this band and every time since. Riverside offers a rare mix of prog, jazz, and rock, featuring a powerful vocalist who perfectly complements the music. Making complex music listenable is a rare talent, and these guys have mastered it.

As their name is simple, their material is also somewhat simpler compared to other prog bands. This British-Australian band has shown influence from classical music (kind of ironic considering they have a guitarist named John Williams), and each member has their own level of virtuosity.

Despite their early success, they declined after one of their guitarists was replaced. Regardless, I still recommend you listen to them.

A more avant-prog band, Doctor Nerve has really evolved over the years. If you're into Dream Theater's sharply changing time signatures and complexity, you'll definitely be prepared for Doctor Nerve. However, they are much more experimental with their tunes, and it takes more time to really understand their general format.

You'll need a strong attention span when listening to an album like "Beta 14 OK."

A French band that dates back to 1969, and it's no wonder they aren't heard of much here. They are quite a dark band, yet still immensely entertaining once you get into them. I like that they're not afraid to embrace a darker feel in their tunes, especially being in the same timeline as the symphonic progressive scene.

A risky band to try out, but worth it once you really get into it.

They're definitely unique in that they really tend to switch up their styles throughout their different songs. This is something to consider when trying to get into a band like Djam Karet, as their excellent improvisation, psychedelic influence, and constantly shifting moods and tones make them one-of-a-kind, especially in the '90s prog scene.

The British symphonic progressive scene is definitely a wonderful part of prog, and Cressida can surely be noticed as a great part of it. You can definitely hear the '70s prog sound in their songs, which should be expected as they were around in the '70s.

Their album "Asylum" is amazing, and one I would recommend to anyone trying to get into prog.