Prog rock artist Steven Wilson begins hosting a fresh radio program focused on progressive rock on SiriusXM platform
Steven Wilson, a renowned musician and prog innovator, is set to launch a new monthly progressive rock radio show titled "Intrigue: The Progressive Rock Show with Steven Wilson." Airing on SiriusXM's Deep Tracks channel (Ch. 308), the show promises a comprehensive exploration of progressive rock’s evolving nature, featuring music from 1970s pioneers to contemporary experimental artists.
The show, which will air monthly, aims to take listeners on an immersive journey through the genre’s diverse and ambitious sounds. Wilson, personally curating and presenting the music, will combine commentary with playing tracks by influential and forward-thinking prog bands. The show will cover classics, deep cuts, the old and the new, the obvious and the unexpected.
Listeners can expect a mix of well-known and obscure progressive rock tracks, providing an opportunity to discover new and unexpected sounds. The show is primarily a North American service, though users with a VPN would be able to access the show due to licensing restrictions.
Wilson's excitement about this new platform to share the music he loves is evident. He emphasizes the ability to play a wide range of prog music and expose listeners to new and unexpected sounds.
In addition to the radio show, Wilson has announced a US tour in support of his latest album, "The Overview." The tour kicks off on September 9 in San Francisco and continues through to October 13 in Mexico, with stops in Los Angeles, Denver, Chicago, Toronto, New York, Philadelphia, Atlanta, and more. The tour dates for "The Overview" US tour have been announced, starting from September 9, and will continue in South America, India, and Australia through November.
This tour will provide Wilson with an opportunity to play the music he loves on stage, complementing the immersive experience offered by his radio show. With a career spanning over three decades, Wilson has established himself as a leading figure in the progressive rock world. His new ventures in radio and live performances are sure to captivate fans and introduce the genre to a new audience.
[1] https://www.siriusxm.com/shows/intrigue-the-progressive-rock-show-with-steven-wilson [2] https://www.progmagazine.com/news/steven-wilson-to-launch-progressive-rock-radio-show-on-siriusxm [3] https://www.prog-sphere.com/news/steven-wilson-to-launch-progressive-rock-radio-show-on-siriusxm/ [4] https://www.loudersound.com/news/steven-wilson-to-launch-progressive-rock-radio-show-on-siriusxm
- Steven Wilson's new radio show, "Intrigue: The Progressive Rock Show with Steven Wilson," will air monthly on SiriusXM's Deep Tracks channel.
- The show will cover a wide range of progressive rock music, from 1970s pioneers to contemporary experimental artists.
- Wilson will personally curate and present the music, combining commentary with playing tracks by influential and forward-thinking prog bands.
- The tour dates for Wilson's US tour in support of his latest album, "The Overview," have been announced, starting from September 9.
- The tour will take Wilson across North America, with stops in major cities such as San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, and more.
- With his new radio show and live tour, Wilson aims to captivate fans and introduce the genre to a new audience. [Link to show on SiriusXM: 1, Links to news articles: 2, 3, 4]
