I guess when these two Czech progressive rock bands released and premiered their albums, it was an event of significance. And most probably it passed unnoticed despite the fact that both groups are worth serious attention.
Dunaj‘s Rosol is a full-scale concept album sending shivers down one’s spine with its omnivorous texts, mesmerizing recitative, scary shrieking at times. Everything is in its place, and you will most probably be absorbed by the music from the very first chord to the last.
To get acquainted with Progres 2 I would choose Odlet for a start. A track very close to electronic and symphonic rock, it shows the group’s distinctive sound and style.
English titles:
Dunaj “Jelly”, 1991
Progres 2 “Departure”, 1980
Original titles (Czech):
Dunaj “Rosol”, 1991
Progres 2 “Odlet”, 1980
First published in the Levinarium Telegram Channel (now closed and deleted)