On 22nd May the Wyspianskiego Theatre in Katowice will be filled with progressive sounds, thanks to Pendragon and their guests. This evening will be a chance to see the legend of British prog rock, which finally visited Poland after a 5-year brake! Appearing onstage will be also the Italian band Mind Key and two brilliant progressive musicians from Great Britain: Gary Chandler (Jadis) and Steve Thorne.

Pendragon stands for years of unchangeable popularity, hundreds of shows and hordes of faithful fans all over the world, especially in Poland. In Katowice they’ll give an over 4-hour performance. For the Polish fans they’re preparing a specifically profiled repertoire, with all their unforgettable songs. Their performance will also be recorded on a DVD. We will also hear songs from their latest album, “Believe”
 
As for the performance by prog-hardrock/metal Mind Key, it will be a treat for all who are familiar with the sounds of Dream Theatre, Symphony X or Shadow Gallery. They band does not lack, however, melodic fragments and memorable compositions. In Katowice we will also see Gary Chandler, the leader of the neoprogressive Jadis and Steve Thorne, a British bard, multi-instrumentalist and author of lyrics. Thorne supports Jadis on their tours and has his own solo career. On his account he has an album very well received in the progressive culture, called “Emotional Creatures Part One”.
 
During their last tour, promoting the record “Not Of This World”, Pendragon gave six enthusiastically received performances in Poland. For the successor of “Not Of This World” we had to wait whole 4 years, but the effect is far beyond expectations! The band created an album which undoubtedly will be considered one of the best not only in the discography of the band, but also in the whole progressive genre. The record had its premiere in Poland at the end of August 2005. “I was searching again for this element in the music that I could be excited with and I think that I finally found it on that album” – comments Nick Barret, Penragon’s leader.

On “Believe” we will find the classic Pendragon as well as some new sounds, although fully progressive. Incorporated are various motives and influences, such as Celtic and flamenco sounds. Precise lyrics mixed with the music form a convincing and moving unity. The album has become a real gem for fans used to Pendragon’s traditional approach. During the concert in Katowice the fans will finally have a chance to hear this album live! 

Galahad is mentioned next to Pendragon, Jadis and IQ as one of the top representatives of neo-progrock. The British group delivers tasty melodies, intriguing vocals and brilliant instrumentations. Their last album, “Year Zero” was called by the reviewers “epic, symphonic and dramatic”. As a guest on the record appeared John Wetton. The instruments used on the album included flute, sax, clarinet and trumpet, all mixed with the sound of a Mini Moog.
 

Pendragon 
+ Mind Key 
+ Gary Chandler
+ Steve Thorne
+ Galahad
 
Katowice, Teatr im. Wyspiańskiego, starts 17.45
Doors: 16.45