ProgAID?

A charity record that won’t suck? ProgAID‘s single “All Around The World”, written by Rob Reed of Magenta, will feature a who’s who of modern-day prog rock artists, representing bands such as Magenta, IQ, Karnataka, Shadow Gallery, The Flower Kings and Mostly Autumn.

ProgAID was set-up in the wake of the terrible earthquake and Tsunami disaster that tragically struck on the 26th December 2004. The sheer destruction and loss of human life was of a scale that shook the world. It was therefore decided, that maybe the Progressive Rock Community could do something, even in a small way, to help alleviate some of the suffering endured and therefore help towards the rebuilding of lives and communities.

ProgAID at this point, is focused on this one particular cause, but now that it is up and running, our intention is to stay together and help where ever and whenever countries, communities and people need the support of people who care and want to help.

ALL monies paid to us go direct to the people we are aiming to help and your support is needed and appreciated. We thank you for visiting us and for being aware of situations that we can’t control but can aid to put right.

But will it be 20 minutes long, and will there be mellotrons on it?

Update: According to Jon of Karnataka and The Panic Room, the song will indeed have not only mellotrons, but 12 string guitar played by none other than Anthony Phillips. Progtastic!