Inside Out Music

2026 · Progressive Metal

Released in 2026 through Inside Out Music, Woodcut sees Big Big Train continuing their reputation for expansive, thematically cohesive albums. Early reception has praised the record's sweeping arrangements and its confident blend of progressive craftsmanship and emotional depth, marking another substantial chapter in the band's catalogue.

2026 · Progressive Metal

Released in 2026 via Inside Out Music, L. I. F. T. finds the Neal Morse Band continuing their reputation for expansive, narrative-driven progressive metal. Early reception has praised the album's cohesive song cycle and the interplay between its heavier passages and more melodic moments, positioning it as a rewarding entry for both longtime followers and newcomers to the band's catalogue.

2026 · Progressive Metal

Released via Inside Out Music in 2026, 'Apocalypse' has been positioned as one of the band's most cinematic and conceptually driven statements yet. Early reception highlights its sweeping arrangements and multi-part suites, with tracks like 'Blackstar' and the closing title cut praised for their dynamic build and progressive ambition.

2025 · Progressive Metal

Released in 2025 on Inside Out Music, 'Love' continues The Flower Kings' prolific run of ambitious progressive works. Critical reception has praised the album's blend of sprawling instrumental passages and strong melodic hooks, with tracks like 'We Claim The Moon' and 'The Phoenix' cited as highlights of a richly detailed and cohesive record.

2024 · Progressive Rock

Charcoal Grace is a heavy, emotionally raw record built around a four-part title suite that stretches out without ever losing the thread. 'The World Breathes With Me' opens things with real muscle, 'Golem' brings the crunch, and the closing 'Mute' lands like a gut punch. This is a band operating at full power and writing the best material of their career — grab it.

2024 · Hard Rock

Released in 2024 via Inside Out Music, 'Coming Up To Consciousness' has been received as a confident continuation of the band's progressive hard rock evolution, pairing heavier guitar work with their signature harmonies. Critical response has highlighted the album's dynamic songwriting across tracks like 'Dig Till You Die' and 'As We Disappear', noting its balance of accessibility and ambition.

2024 · Progressive Rock

Rise Radiant hits hard right out of the gate and never lets up — 'The Tempest' explodes with the kind of urgency this band does better than almost anyone, while 'Slow Violence' and the closer 'The Ascent' show off their gift for building tension into something huge and cathartic. The songwriting is tight, the choruses stick, and the musicianship serves the emotion instead of the ego. If you've been sleeping on Caligula's Horse, this is where you wake up.

2023 · Progressive Metal

Released in 2023 via Inside Out Music, ID.Entity finds Riverside exploring themes of modern identity, technology, and the divisions of contemporary society. The album was widely praised for its sharper, more direct sound and confident songwriting, with critics highlighting it as a strong return to form that balances heavier passages with the band's signature melodic and atmospheric touches.

2023 · Progressive Metal

Released in 2023 via Inside Out Music, 'Sophomore' is the trio's second album and follows the vocal-driven, harmony-focused approach that defined their debut. It has been widely received as a warmly melodic and craft-conscious record, praised for showcasing the interplay of its three distinctive voices, and this edition rounds out the tracklist with alternative versions of 'Right Where You Should Be' and 'The Weary One'.

2023 · Progressive Metal

Released in 2023 via Inside Out Music, Adam & Eve continues The Flower Kings' run of ambitious, sprawling progressive works. Critical reception praised its blend of intricate musicianship, lush arrangements, and the band's signature melodic sensibility, with reviewers noting it as a confident addition to their extensive discography.

2023 · Progressive Metal

Released via Inside Out Music in 2023, The Sum Of No Evil showcases the band's ambitious, layered take on progressive rock across tracks like 'Flight 999 Brimstone Air' and 'Love Is The Only Answer.' Critical reception has highlighted its musicianship and richly textured arrangements, marking it as a rewarding addition to the band's catalogue for fans of the genre.

2023 · Progressive Metal

Released in 2023 via Inside Out Music, 'Look At You Now' finds The Flower Kings continuing their creative momentum with a sprawling collection of progressive compositions. Critical reception generally praised the album for its rich melodies and characteristic instrumental depth, reaffirming the band's standing as a consistent force within the modern progressive scene.

2022 · Progressive Rock

A Model Life trades some of the space-station concept trappings of the earlier records for songs about relationships and human connection, and Mitchell's writing has rarely been sharper. 'Digital God Machine' and 'Rain Kings' hit hard while 'Species In Transition' and the title track lean into the widescreen melodies he does better than almost anyone. If you want prog with proper hooks and real emotional weight, this one delivers.

2022 · Progressive Metal

Originally released in 2001, this edition of Bridge Across Forever arrives via Inside Out Music in 2022. The album is widely regarded as a cornerstone of modern progressive rock, praised for its emotive songwriting and the epic scope of closing track 'Stranger In Your Soul', and it remains a favourite among fans of the genre.

2022 · Hard Rock

Released in 2022 via Inside Out Music, 'Above Cirrus' was widely regarded as one of the band's heaviest and most focused efforts to date. Critical reception praised its balance of crushing hard rock dynamics and the group's signature layered vocal harmonies, marking a confident continuation of their reunion-era work.

2022 · Progressive Metal

Released in 2022 via Inside Out Music, Beautiful Shade Of Grey finds James LaBrie exploring a more acoustic-leaning and introspective side of his songwriting, stepping away from the heavier progressive metal he's typically associated with. The album has been well received as a showcase for his emotive vocal delivery and melodic sensibilities, with tracks like 'Devil In Drag' and 'Sunset Ruin' drawing particular praise for their warmth and craftsmanship.

2022 · Progressive Metal

Released through Inside Out Music in 2022, Troika sees the three vocalists trade lead and harmony parts across a set of melodically driven songs. The album has been widely praised for its warm vocal interplay and songcraft, with critics highlighting how the trio balances progressive ambition with accessible, harmony-led material.

2022 · Progressive Metal

Reissued via Inside Out Music in 2022, 'Back In The World Of Adventures' returns the band's celebrated debut to circulation for a new generation of listeners. Critical reception has long regarded the album as a landmark statement of ambitious, melodic progressive rock, with its sprawling arrangements and standout tracks like 'World Of Adventures' and 'Big Puzzle' establishing the template the band would refine for years to come.

2022 · Hard Rock

Reissued through Inside Out Music in 2022, Space Revolver stands as a celebrated entry in The Flower Kings' catalogue, showcasing the band's ambitious songwriting across tracks like the two-part 'I Am The Sun'. Critical reception has praised the album's rich melodies and instrumental depth, cementing its reputation among fans of the genre.

2022 · Hard Rock

Reissued through Inside Out Music in 2022, Unfold The Future stands as one of The Flower Kings' most ambitious statements, spanning sixteen tracks of sprawling, richly textured progressive rock. Critical reception has praised its scale and musicianship, cementing its reputation as a cornerstone of the band's catalogue.

2021 · Progressive Metal

Reissued via Inside Out Music in 2021, The Tall Ships showcases It Bites' signature fusion of soaring melodies and progressive craftsmanship. Critical reception has praised the album's expansive songwriting and polished production, cementing its reputation as a standout entry in the band's catalogue.

2021 · AOR

Released in 2021 through Inside Out Music, 'Day And Age' saw Frost* continue to refine their signature fusion of progressive complexity and accessible melody. The album was generally well received, with praise directed at its ambitious arrangements, polished production, and the band's willingness to expand their sound across tracks like 'Terrestrial' and the sprawling 'Kill The Orchestra'.

2021 · Progressive Metal

Originally released in 2008 and reissued via Inside Out Music in 2021, 'Experiments In Mass Appeal' has been widely regarded as one of Frost*'s most accomplished works. Critics have praised its ambitious blend of progressive complexity and infectious hooks, cementing the album's reputation as a modern prog benchmark.

2020 · Hard Rock

Originally released in 2006, 'The Dark Third' saw a reissue via Inside Out Music in 2020, bringing this ambitious debut back into focus for a new generation of listeners. Widely regarded as a bold and richly layered statement, the album has been praised for its soaring harmonies, expansive arrangements, and confident fusion of progressive and hard rock. The 2020 edition reaffirms its status as a standout entry in the band's catalogue.

2020 · Progressive Metal

Released in 2020 via Inside Out Music, Panther finds Pain Of Salvation pushing their sound into bold new territory, weaving electronic textures and rhythmic experimentation through their trademark progressive metal framework. The album was widely praised for its raw emotional honesty and willingness to challenge expectations, though its adventurous approach proved divisive among longtime listeners — a hallmark of a band unafraid to evolve.