A collection of classic progressive rock albums: popular records you should listen to at least once.

Progressive rock, which has been rapidly attracting attention among young music fans in recent years.

The genre known as progressive rock, said to have begun in the late 1960s, is particularly associated with bands that have left their mark on music history, such as Pink Floyd, King Crimson, and Yes.

Even among rock fans, however, some may shy away from it with the impression that “prog seems a bit intimidating.”

This article introduces classic progressive rock albums we especially want beginners to hear first.

Given the nature of progressive rock, you can’t grasp its true value by listening to just a single track—so be sure to listen to the albums as a whole!