Classic Rock Presents Prog Magazine – Issue 17 (2011) – 1971 Prog's Big Bang – Genesis, Pink Floyd, Yes & ELP – With CD

Original 2011 Progressive Rock Magazine | Issue 17 | 1971 Special | Genesis | Pink Floyd | Yes | Emerson, Lake & Palmer | King Crimson | Kate Bush | Promotional CD

An original copy of Classic Rock Presents Prog, Issue 17, published by Future Publishing in 2011.

This special edition explores 1971, one of the most influential years in progressive rock history, examining the musicians, albums and creative developments that helped establish the genre.

The main cover features the headline "1971 – Prog's Big Bang!", accompanied by prominent references to Genesis, Pink Floyd, Yes and Emerson, Lake & Palmer.

The magazine also explores the wider progressive music scene, including King Crimson, Gentle Giant, Roy Harper, Hawkwind and Caravan.

This copy comes with the additional "Spirit of '71" publication and the Prog promotional CD sleeve shown in the photographs.

A particularly interesting vintage music publication for collectors of progressive rock, classic British bands, music journalism and historical rock memorabilia.

Magazine Details

• Publication: Classic Rock Presents Prog

• Issue Number: 17

• Publication Year: 2011

• Publisher: Future Publishing

• Original UK Cover Price: £7.99

• Language: English

• Genre: Progressive Rock / Classic Rock / Music History

• Main Feature: 1971 – Prog's Big Bang!

• Featured Artists: Genesis, Pink Floyd, Yes, Emerson, Lake & Palmer and many others

• Included Items: Main magazine, additional Spirit of '71 publication and promotional CD sleeve, as photographed

• Condition: Pre-owned / Used

• SKU: 1606

Front Cover – 1971: Prog's Big Bang!

The magazine features an elaborate, brightly coloured cover celebrating the progressive rock explosion of 1971.

The large PROG masthead appears across the upper section in bold blue lettering, with the Classic Rock Presents branding positioned above it.

The central design features four large photographs of musicians associated with the pioneering progressive rock movement, representing the principal bands highlighted on the cover.

The headline reads:

GENESIS • PINK FLOYD • YES • ELP

Below this is an enormous 1971 graphic, presented in bright blue numerals with orange and yellow outlines.

The background features a dramatic collage of psychedelic patterns, colourful circles, stars, geometric shapes, musical imagery and fiery orange and red tones.

The lower portion of the cover features surreal illustrated artwork and a quotation attributed to Jon Anderson:

"It was a cultural explosion!"

The overall design reflects the imaginative, experimental visual culture associated with progressive rock during the early 1970s.

This makes the magazine particularly appealing as a collectable representation of the genre's formative period.

Main Feature – The Progressive Rock Explosion of 1971

The principal editorial theme focuses on the extraordinary creative developments taking place in progressive rock during 1971.

The cover describes the year as "Prog's Big Bang", highlighting the musical experimentation, ambitious compositions and influential recordings that helped shape progressive rock.

Genesis

Genesis are among the four principal groups prominently advertised on the front cover.

The magazine's 1971 theme makes this an interesting issue for collectors following the band's early progressive period.

The cover celebrates the band's place alongside other influential British progressive rock acts.

Pink Floyd

Pink Floyd are prominently featured in the main cover headline.

Their inclusion reflects their importance within the experimental and progressive music movement of the early 1970s.

The issue is particularly relevant to collectors of Pink Floyd-related music publications and progressive rock retrospectives.

Yes

Yes are another major focus of the cover.

The magazine includes references to vocalist Jon Anderson, whose comments are prominently displayed beneath the main headline.

An additional feature involving Jon Anderson is advertised within the magazine's promotional material.

Emerson, Lake & Palmer

Emerson, Lake & Palmer, commonly abbreviated to ELP, complete the four principal bands highlighted on the cover.

The magazine's accompanying material also references Keith Emerson and the making of the album Tarkus.

This is particularly interesting for collectors of ELP memorabilia and readers interested in the group's early recording history.

Additional Progressive Rock Features

King Crimson

King Crimson are prominently advertised among the additional groups covered in the 1971 retrospective.

Their influential position within progressive rock makes their inclusion particularly relevant to collectors of the genre.

Gentle Giant

The magazine also highlights Gentle Giant, the British progressive rock band known for its complex arrangements and experimental compositions.

Their inclusion adds another significant name from the early progressive rock movement.

Roy Harper

British singer-songwriter Roy Harper is advertised as part of the issue's historical coverage.

His appearance broadens the magazine's exploration of the experimental British music scene.

Hawkwind

Hawkwind are featured among the artists associated with the magazine's retrospective.

Their distinctive space-rock sound represents another important aspect of the early 1970s underground music movement.

Caravan

Canterbury progressive rock group Caravan are also included among the advertised artists.

Their appearance makes this edition particularly interesting to enthusiasts of the Canterbury scene.

Additional Artists and Features

The photographs of the magazine's additional illustrated material show references to several further musicians and groups.

Kate Bush

A prominent photograph of Kate Bush appears in the additional illustrated material.

The feature describes her as an influential progressive music figure, making this issue interesting to collectors of Kate Bush memorabilia.

Emerson, Lake & Palmer – Tarkus

An illustrated feature highlights ELP, accompanied by a reference to Keith Emerson discussing the making of Tarkus.

The feature includes an archival-style group photograph.

ABWH

The magazine advertises material involving Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe, commonly abbreviated to ABWH.

A group photograph accompanies the feature, providing another connection to the extended Yes musical family.

Devin Townsend

Canadian musician Devin Townsend appears in the magazine's illustrated feature selection.

His inclusion demonstrates the magazine's coverage of progressive music beyond the original 1970s movement.

Jakszyk, Fripp & Collins

The magazine also features Jakszyk, Fripp & Collins, associated with musicians Jakko Jakszyk, Robert Fripp and Mel Collins.

This is a notable feature for collectors interested in King Crimson and related musical projects.

Symphony X

Progressive metal band Symphony X are featured with a group photograph and accompanying commentary.

John Wetton

A photograph and feature involving John Wetton are also visible.

Wetton's extensive connections to progressive rock make this another important inclusion for collectors.

Amorphis

Finnish progressive metal band Amorphis appear among the additional featured artists.

The magazine therefore offers coverage of both established progressive rock musicians and later progressive metal groups.

Additional Publication – Spirit of '71

The photographs show a separate Classic Rock Presents Prog publication titled:

"Spirit of '71 – How Was It For You?"

This additional publication features a distinctive retro-inspired cover showing a recreation of a 1970s-style living room.

The cover includes:

• A record player and vintage audio equipment.

• Vinyl records and album sleeves.

• A bass guitar positioned against the furniture.

• Period-style furnishings and decorative objects.

• Bright yellow, orange and brown colour schemes.

• Music-related memorabilia and printed material.

The design evokes the atmosphere of the early 1970s and complements the main magazine's historical theme.

This additional publication is included as shown in the photographs.

Promotional CD – Prog Issue 17

The photographs also show a promotional music CD sleeve associated with Classic Rock Presents Prog Issue 17.

The sleeve features a striking illustrated landscape with a large stepped white pyramid, an orange sky and figures standing in a dry, cracked landscape.

The front artwork advertises music from Jon Anderson, Wolverine, Solstice, Symphony X, Amorphis and other artists.

The reverse sleeve displays the Classic Rock Presents Prog branding, track listing and Future Publishing copyright information dated 2011.

Printed CD Track Listing

1. Solstice – Flight

2. Exhibit A – Touch the Stars

3. Earthling Society – Night of the Scarecrow

4. Jon Anderson – New New World

5. Wobbler – La Bealtaine

6. Wolverine – Embrace

7. Amorphis – Three Words

8. Symphony X – The End of Innocence

9. Graveyard – Hisingen Blues

10. TDW – She's Gone

11. Hekz – Don't Turn Back

The sleeve advertises an exclusive Jon Anderson recording, New New World.

This selection provides a mixture of classic progressive rock influences, contemporary progressive metal and newer progressive music.

Important: The promotional CD sleeve is clearly visible, but the disc itself is not separately displayed or play-tested. The presence and playing condition of the actual disc cannot be guaranteed from the photographs.

Condition – Please Read Carefully

Pre-owned vintage music magazine package with visible signs of previous handling and storage.

Main Magazine

The front cover remains visually striking, with its colourful artwork and large 1971 headline clearly visible.

The photographs show:

• Light surface rubbing and handling marks across the glossy cover.

• Minor scuffs and scratches, particularly in darker printed areas.

• Visible wear around the cover edges.

• Slight softening and bending to some corners.

• Light creasing and minor waviness around the outer edges.

• Some rubbing along the lower edge.

• Minor handling wear around the spine.

• The main cover artwork and lettering remain clear and legible.

The magazine appears generally presentable for a previously owned publication of this age.

Additional Spirit of '71 Publication

The separate publication shows signs of normal handling.

• Light rubbing and surface marks.

• Minor edge wear.

• Some softening to the corners.

• Slight bending and handling creases.

• The printed cover design remains bright and clearly visible.

Promotional CD Sleeve

The printed promotional sleeve shows:

• Light surface scuffs and scratches.

• Some rubbing on the dark reverse.

• Minor edge and corner wear.

• Small handling marks.

• Clearly readable printed track information.

The playing condition of the CD cannot be confirmed.

Interior Pages

Only selected pages and exterior views have been photographed.

The full internal condition, including any possible writing, marks, tears, loose pages or other imperfections, cannot be independently verified.

Please inspect all photographs carefully before purchasing, as they form part of the condition description.

This is a pre-owned collectable and should not be considered new or mint.

Included Items and Missing Original Extras

The sale includes the photographed magazine package:

• Classic Rock Presents Prog Issue 17 (2011) – main magazine.

• Spirit of '71 – additional publication.

• Prog Issue 17 promotional CD sleeve – as photographed.

Any other original free gifts, promotional extras, inserts or additional items that may originally have accompanied the magazine are no longer included.

Only the photographed items are included. The actual CD disc has not been separately verified.

Packaging and Delivery

All items will be carefully packaged to help protect them during delivery.

UK Orders: Dispatched in a protective hardback envelope.

International Orders: Dispatched in a protective cardboard mailer-size box for additional protection during international transportation.

Collector's Summary

An original Classic Rock Presents Prog Issue 17 from 2011, celebrating the progressive rock explosion of 1971.

The magazine features prominent coverage of Genesis, Pink Floyd, Yes and Emerson, Lake & Palmer, together with references to King Crimson, Gentle Giant, Roy Harper, Hawkwind and Caravan.

Additional material highlights Kate Bush, John Wetton, Symphony X, Devin Townsend, ABWH, Amorphis and Jakszyk, Fripp & Collins.

The package also includes the illustrated Spirit of '71 publication and a promotional CD sleeve featuring recordings by Jon Anderson, Solstice, Exhibit A, Earthling Society, Wobbler, Wolverine, Amorphis, Symphony X and other progressive artists.

An interesting collectable for enthusiasts of progressive rock history, original music magazines, classic British rock and the influential progressive music scene of the early 1970s.

Publication: Classic Rock Presents Prog
Issue: 17
Year: 2011
Publisher: Future Publishing
Condition: Pre-owned / Used
SKU: 1606