artists we have promoted
© Bad Dog Promotions - Last Update December 2025 - UK Prestige Awards Winner 2025/2026
Johan Steensland
Uppsala prog pioneer Johan Steensland—hailing from the same scene as Kaipa, HFMC, and The Flower
Kings—returns with Duality, his second progressive rock-opera. Richer, deeper, and heavier than Crossfade
(2024), it features guests Aleena Gibson (Kaipa) and Per Nilsson (Strandberg Guitars, Scar Symmetry, Kaipa).
Founded
in
1996
by
vocalist
and
songwriter
Mark
“Truey”
Trueack
(United
Progressive
Fraternity)
and
multi-
instrumentalist
and
songwriter
Sean
Timms
(Southern
Empire,
Damanek,
UPF),
the
Australia-based
sextet
Unitopia has always been at the forefront of adventurous and altruistic modern progressive music.
The
band,
now
completed
by
UPF
maestro
Steve
Unruh,
guitarist
Dr.
John
Greenwood,
drummer
Chester
Thompson,
and
bassist
(Chapman
Stick®
and
NS/Stick™)
Don
Schiff,
has
announced
a
new
live
Blu-ray/CD
and
USB,
Alive
and
Kicking
(representing
the
2023
Seven
Chambers
tour),
which
will
be
released
through
ProgRock.com’s Essentials label on 7th March.
UNITOPIA
Bakelit
Bakelit was formed in 2023 as a collaboration between Carl Westholm and a group of musicians from a trusted
network, built around previous acts such as Carptree, Jupiter Society, and earlier projects.
These are individuals with a distinct sonic identity and a clear understanding of what is needed and when.
EDENYA
Edenya is a French band inspired by many musical styles: from rock to folk including progressive or ambient
music. Sometimes delicate and soaring, sometimes energetic, Marco's melodies are based on variations in
dynamics, timbre and rhythm, with Ingrid's soft, powerful voice working wonders. Aerial layers of keyboard and
violin, combined with heady guitar riffs, carry the listener away into intense atmospheres, a source of beautiful
emotions.
ENIGMATIC SOUND MACHINES
Based in Montreal, Canada, ENIGMATIC SOUND MACHINES is a retro-futuristic project, the brainchild of two
childhood friends with a common love for music, philosophy, and the arts. Jeremie Arrobas and Thomas Szirmay
started working on their third album having decided to venture even further down the prog path, moving away
from previous multi-level stylistics into a more homogenous instrumental sound.
Han
Uil
is
a
Dutch
guitarist,
singer,
composer
and
producer
known
for
his
genre-blending
style
that
weaves
together
progressive
rock,
blues
and
melodic
mainstream
influences.
Over
two
decades,
Han
has
built
a
distinct
voice
in
the
Dutch rock scene — both as a solo artist and collaborator in the progressive rock band TumbleTown.
Han Uil
Fearful Symmetry
Fearful Symmetry is a studio-based project, originally created in 2018 by cousins Suzi James and Jeremy Shotts,
who wanted to create something new from all the music they've enjoyed listening to - “an affectionate homage to
classic prog, but contemporary sounding compositions, that cross different sub-genres, and aim to convey a
familiar sound and feel”.
A
poetic,
electrified,
and
instinctive
universe,
carried
by
French
rock,
torn
between
the
hunger
for
life
and
the
search
for
meaning.
Music
that
captures
the
essence
of
human
nature,
of
society,
of
life,
and
of
the
world
around
us. That’s what makes us Humans - with a capital H!
Homme
Myth
Of
Logic
is
rooted
in
a
deep
love
of
Progressive
Rock
of
all
eras,
but
primarily
that
of
the
1970s.
Main
influences that can be heard include Genesis, Emerson, Lake & Palmer, Rush, Kansas, Yes and Saga.
Myth Of Logic
Overhead
is
a
Progressive
rock
band
from
Finland
whose
successful
releases
andlive
performances
around
Europe have catapulted the band to the top of the Finnish prog hierarchy.
OVERHEAD
Pinn
Dropp
is
a
Polish
progressive
rock
band
founded
by
guitarist
and
composer
Piotr
Sym.
Their
2021
EP
…Calling
from
Some
Far
Forgotten
Land
was
promoted
through
a
mini
tour,
including
a
high-profile
support
slot
for
Marillion
in
Łódź.
Today,
Pinn
Dropp
continues
to
blend
complex
progressive
rock
compositions
with
a
distinctive, modern edge, earning a growing international audience.
Pinn Dropp
Fearful Symmetry
Fearful Symmetry is a studio-based project, originally created in 2018 by cousins Suzi James and Jeremy Shotts,
who wanted to create something new from all the music they've enjoyed listening to - “an affectionate homage to
classic prog, but contemporary sounding compositions, that cross different sub-genres, and aim to convey a
familiar sound and feel”.
The
sound
of
Hoopy
Frood
was
shaped
by
a
wide
range
of
influences,
from
Pink
Floyd,
Led
Zeppelin,
and
Free
to
Ozric Tentacles, Björk, Bob Marley, and Fleetwood Mac. But it was one hot, trippy summer day in 2003 when band
members
Steve
and
Rich
discovered
the
music
of
Ott
and
Shpongle.
Previously
indifferent
to
electronic
music,
they
were
immediately
captivated.
Inspired,
they
bought
a
cheap
PC,
a
copy
of
Reason,
and
began
learning
how
to
create
the
ethereal,
mind-bending
sounds
they’d
fallen
in
love
with.
The
result?
A
unique
blend
of
influences—from classic rock to psychedelic electronica - all infused with the spirit and creativity of the band.
Hoopy Frood
JPL (Jean Pierre Louveton) is no longer a newcomer to the music world.
After
celebrating
his
first
30
years
of
recording
in
2024
with
the
release
of
a
triple
compilation
featuring
tracks
by
Nemo,
WolfSpring
and
JPL,
after
the
‘Sapiens’
trilogy
that
dazzled
fans
of
progressive
music
between
2020
and
2022, he returns this year with his 12th studio album: ‘Post Scriptum’.
JPL
Mihrax
is
a
Progressive
Rock-Band
from
Berlin,
Germany
that
has
released
their
second
album
ROX
in
March
2025.
Their
style
is
a
blend
of
neo-prog,
metal,
rock,
and
pop
with
catchy
hook
lines
and
rich,
colorful
instrumental
parts.
Mihrax
The FOUNDATION
The
Foundation
is
a
progressive
rock
project
hailing
from
the
Netherlands.
Drawing
inspiration
from
the
golden
era
of
the
1970s,
the
band
crafts
powerful,
melodic
compositions
that
blend
classic
influences
with
a
contemporary
edge.
Expect
richly
layered
soundscapes,
soaring
guitar
solos,
and
thought-provoking
lyrics
that
carry a message of hope and resilience.
Yang
is
a
progressive
instrumental
rock
quartet
founded
in
2002
by
virtuoso
guitarist
Frédéric
L’Epée
(Shylock,
Philharmonie).
Known
for
intricate
guitar
counterpoints
and
powerful
rhythmic
drive,
Yang
blends
Math
Rock,
Prog, and Art Rock into a distinctive style they call Electric Chamber Rock.
Frequently
compared
to
King
Crimson,
Yang’s
sound
stands
apart
through
its
fusion
of
progressive
structures
with
Central
Asian,
Eastern
European,
and
contemporary
classical
influences,
complex
yet
organic,
always
prioritising
musical flow over technical showmanship.
YANG
Ambient
Den
is
a
new
space
rock
project
from
Australian
prog
musicians
Ben
Craven,
Tim
Bennetts,
and
Dean
Povey.
Born
from
lockdown
jam
sessions,
the
band
channels
the
spirit
of
'70s
prog
with
a
chemistry
echoing
Gilmour
&
Wright
or
Rutherford
&
Banks.
Their
debut
blends
atmosphere,
melody,
and
storytelling,
offering
a
cinematic sound distinct from Craven’s solo work.
Ambient Den
Daidrum
Foster has been writing and recording his own music as daidrum since lockdown 2020. Foster’s chosen artist
name daidrum comes from an old nickname, gained when he was a drummer in Welsh Rock band Eight Miles
High during the late 1980s, Dai being Welsh for David. Since then he has played in numerous bands as diverse
as Death metal band Lord of Darkness, and Hertfordshire based National Funk Service.
Daughter of the Water
Daughter of the Water is the musical moniker of Sarah Lambert-Gates (Desdemona, The Dairy Project, The
Jettes, The Retreat Singers, Dolly and the Clothespegs).
Sarah is an archaeologist and musical time-traveller. Her pure crystalline voice has a fragile and ethereal quality.
She also composes and plays on the banjola.
Genres: Folk Noir, Gothically ethereal, folk, neo-medieval
Gabriel Keller is a composer and guitarist from the Lyon region of France.
His
music
offers
a
poetic
and
powerful
range
of
emotions
unfold—blending
joy,
sorrow,
nostalgia,
melancholy,
and
more.
A
true
chiaroscuro
of
sound.
His
work
merge
progressive
rock,
metal,
classical
influences,
and
a
touch
of
chanson, crafting a distinctive and emotionally rich sonic universe.
Gabriel Keller
PrYzme
is
a
band
that,
without
revolutionising
the
genre,
without
hiding
its
influences,
and
without
claiming
to
be
groundbreaking,
somehow
manages
to
forge
a
unique
identity
of
its
own.
Ten
years
of
perseverance,
patience
and
hard
work
have
led
to
a
sound
that
straddles
the
line
between
rock
and
progressive
rock—music
that
resonates
not
only with aficionados of the genre but also with new listeners who may not be familiar with this particular style.
PrYZME
artists we have promoted
© Bad Dog Promotions - Last Update December 2025
UK Prestige Awards Winner 2025/2026
Johan Steensland
Uppsala prog pioneer Johan Steensland—hailing from the same scene as Kaipa, HFMC, and The Flower
Kings—returns with Duality, his second progressive rock-opera. Richer, deeper, and heavier than Crossfade
(2024), it features guests Aleena Gibson (Kaipa) and Per Nilsson (Strandberg Guitars, Scar Symmetry, Kaipa).
Founded
in
1996
by
vocalist
and
songwriter
Mark
“Truey”
Trueack
(United
Progressive
Fraternity)
and
multi-
instrumentalist
and
songwriter
Sean
Timms
(Southern
Empire,
Damanek,
UPF),
the
Australia-based
sextet
Unitopia has always been at the forefront of adventurous and altruistic modern progressive music.
The
band,
now
completed
by
UPF
maestro
Steve
Unruh,
guitarist
Dr.
John
Greenwood,
drummer
Chester
Thompson,
and
bassist
(Chapman
Stick®
and
NS/Stick™)
Don
Schiff,
has
announced
a
new
live
Blu-ray/CD
and
USB,
Alive
and
Kicking
(representing
the
2023
Seven
Chambers
tour),
which
will
be
released
through
ProgRock.com’s Essentials label on 7th March.
UNITOPIA
Bakelit
Bakelit was formed in 2023 as a collaboration between Carl Westholm and a group of musicians from a trusted
network, built around previous acts such as Carptree, Jupiter Society, and earlier projects.
These are individuals with a distinct sonic identity and a clear understanding of what is needed and when.
EDENYA
Edenya is a French band inspired by many musical styles: from rock to folk including progressive or ambient
music. Sometimes delicate and soaring, sometimes energetic, Marco's melodies are based on variations in
dynamics, timbre and rhythm, with Ingrid's soft, powerful voice working wonders. Aerial layers of keyboard and
violin, combined with heady guitar riffs, carry the listener away into intense atmospheres, a source of beautiful
emotions.
ENIGMATIC SOUND MACHINES
Based in Montreal, Canada, ENIGMATIC SOUND MACHINES is a retro-futuristic project, the brainchild of two
childhood friends with a common love for music, philosophy, and the arts. Jeremie Arrobas and Thomas Szirmay
started working on their third album having decided to venture even further down the prog path, moving away
from previous multi-level stylistics into a more homogenous instrumental sound.
Han
Uil
is
a
Dutch
guitarist,
singer,
composer
and
producer
known
for
his
genre-blending
style
that
weaves
together
progressive
rock,
blues
and
melodic
mainstream
influences.
Over
two
decades,
Han
has
built
a
distinct
voice
in
the
Dutch rock scene — both as a solo artist and collaborator in the progressive rock band TumbleTown.
Han Uil
Fearful Symmetry
Fearful Symmetry is a studio-based project, originally created in 2018 by cousins Suzi James and Jeremy Shotts,
who wanted to create something new from all the music they've enjoyed listening to - “an affectionate homage to
classic prog, but contemporary sounding compositions, that cross different sub-genres, and aim to convey a
familiar sound and feel”.
A
poetic,
electrified,
and
instinctive
universe,
carried
by
French
rock,
torn
between
the
hunger
for
life
and
the
search
for
meaning.
Music
that
captures
the
essence
of
human
nature,
of
society,
of
life,
and
of
the
world
around
us. That’s what makes us Humans - with a capital H!
Homme
Myth
Of
Logic
is
rooted
in
a
deep
love
of
Progressive
Rock
of
all
eras,
but
primarily
that
of
the
1970s.
Main
influences that can be heard include Genesis, Emerson, Lake & Palmer, Rush, Kansas, Yes and Saga.
Myth Of Logic
Overhead
is
a
Progressive
rock
band
from
Finland
whose
successful
releases
andlive
performances
around
Europe have catapulted the band to the top of the Finnish prog hierarchy.
OVERHEAD
Pinn
Dropp
is
a
Polish
progressive
rock
band
founded
by
guitarist
and
composer
Piotr
Sym.
Their
2021
EP
…Calling
from
Some
Far
Forgotten
Land
was
promoted
through
a
mini
tour,
including
a
high-profile
support
slot
for
Marillion
in
Łódź.
Today,
Pinn
Dropp
continues
to
blend
complex
progressive
rock
compositions
with
a
distinctive, modern edge, earning a growing international audience.
Pinn Dropp
Fearful Symmetry
Fearful Symmetry is a studio-based project, originally created in 2018 by cousins Suzi James and Jeremy Shotts,
who wanted to create something new from all the music they've enjoyed listening to - “an affectionate homage to
classic prog, but contemporary sounding compositions, that cross different sub-genres, and aim to convey a
familiar sound and feel”.
The
sound
of
Hoopy
Frood
was
shaped
by
a
wide
range
of
influences,
from
Pink
Floyd,
Led
Zeppelin,
and
Free
to
Ozric
Tentacles,
Björk,
Bob
Marley,
and
Fleetwood
Mac.
But
it
was
one
hot,
trippy
summer
day
in
2003
when
band
members
Steve
and
Rich
discovered
the
music
of
Ott
and
Shpongle.
Previously
indifferent
to
electronic
music,
they
were
immediately
captivated.
Inspired,
they
bought
a
cheap
PC,
a
copy
of
Reason,
and
began
learning
how
to
create
the
ethereal,
mind-bending
sounds
they’d
fallen
in
love
with.
The
result?
A
unique
blend
of
influences—from classic rock to psychedelic electronica - all infused with the spirit and creativity of the band.
Hoopy Frood
JPL (Jean Pierre Louveton) is no longer a newcomer to the music world.
After
celebrating
his
first
30
years
of
recording
in
2024
with
the
release
of
a
triple
compilation
featuring
tracks
by
Nemo,
WolfSpring
and
JPL,
after
the
‘Sapiens’
trilogy
that
dazzled
fans
of
progressive
music
between
2020
and
2022, he returns this year with his 12th studio album: ‘Post Scriptum’.
JPL
Mihrax
is
a
Progressive
Rock-Band
from
Berlin,
Germany
that
has
released
their
second
album
ROX
in
March
2025.
Their
style
is
a
blend
of
neo-prog,
metal,
rock,
and
pop
with
catchy
hook
lines
and
rich,
colorful
instrumental
parts.
Mihrax
The FOUNDATION
The
Foundation
is
a
progressive
rock
project
hailing
from
the
Netherlands.
Drawing
inspiration
from
the
golden
era
of
the
1970s,
the
band
crafts
powerful,
melodic
compositions
that
blend
classic
influences
with
a
contemporary
edge.
Expect
richly
layered
soundscapes,
soaring
guitar
solos,
and
thought-provoking
lyrics
that
carry a message of hope and resilience.
Yang
is
a
progressive
instrumental
rock
quartet
founded
in
2002
by
virtuoso
guitarist
Frédéric
L’Epée
(Shylock,
Philharmonie).
Known
for
intricate
guitar
counterpoints
and
powerful
rhythmic
drive,
Yang
blends
Math
Rock,
Prog, and Art Rock into a distinctive style they call Electric Chamber Rock.
Frequently
compared
to
King
Crimson,
Yang’s
sound
stands
apart
through
its
fusion
of
progressive
structures
with
Central
Asian,
Eastern
European,
and
contemporary
classical
influences,
complex
yet
organic,
always
prioritising
musical flow over technical showmanship.
YANG
Ambient
Den
is
a
new
space
rock
project
from
Australian
prog
musicians
Ben
Craven,
Tim
Bennetts,
and
Dean
Povey.
Born
from
lockdown
jam
sessions,
the
band
channels
the
spirit
of
'70s
prog
with
a
chemistry
echoing
Gilmour
&
Wright
or
Rutherford
&
Banks.
Their
debut
blends
atmosphere,
melody,
and
storytelling,
offering
a
cinematic sound distinct from Craven’s solo work.
Ambient Den
Daidrum
Foster has been writing and recording his own music as daidrum since lockdown 2020. Foster’s chosen artist
name daidrum comes from an old nickname, gained when he was a drummer in Welsh Rock band Eight Miles
High during the late 1980s, Dai being Welsh for David. Since then he has played in numerous bands as diverse
as Death metal band Lord of Darkness, and Hertfordshire based National Funk Service.
Daughter of the Water
Daughter of the Water is the musical moniker of Sarah Lambert-Gates (Desdemona, The Dairy Project, The
Jettes, The Retreat Singers, Dolly and the Clothespegs).
Sarah is an archaeologist and musical time-traveller. Her pure crystalline voice has a fragile and ethereal quality.
She also composes and plays on the banjola.
Genres: Folk Noir, Gothically ethereal, folk, neo-medieval
Gabriel Keller is a composer and guitarist from the Lyon region of France.
His
music
offers
a
poetic
and
powerful
range
of
emotions
unfold—blending
joy,
sorrow,
nostalgia,
melancholy,
and
more.
A
true
chiaroscuro
of
sound.
His
work
merge
progressive
rock,
metal,
classical
influences,
and
a
touch
of
chanson, crafting a distinctive and emotionally rich sonic universe.
Gabriel Keller
PrYzme
is
a
band
that,
without
revolutionising
the
genre,
without
hiding
its
influences,
and
without
claiming
to
be
groundbreaking,
somehow
manages
to
forge
a
unique
identity
of
its
own.
Ten
years
of
perseverance,
patience
and
hard
work
have
led
to
a
sound
that
straddles
the
line
between
rock
and
progressive
rock—music
that
resonates
not
only with aficionados of the genre but also with new listeners who may not be familiar with this particular style.
PrYZME
