PORCUPINE TREE (ABO #176)

PORCUPINE TREE

MOVING SIDEWAYS

Though he initially came to wider attention (at least in the U.K.) with No-Man, his long-running collaboration with Tim Bowness, throughout the 1990s singer/guitarist Steven Wilson gained as much of a reputation for Porcupine Tree. Embracing and exploring prog rock inspirations while always keeping an ear out for newer musical connections, thus sidestepping the pointless revivalism of many of the band's peers, Porcupine Tree has created some noteworthy albums and songs over the years, continuing full strength into the new millennium.

So, what about this "Moving Sideways"? It surely emphesizes on the later Porcupine Tree. Not that the beginnings of the band were noteworthy, they were, just that the recent works of the band actualy display more personality.This selection is the work of our friend Katonoma who did a fine job with it, including some semi-rare tracks and absolute essentials. All good, that goes without saying. Enjoy "Moving Sideways", it's a great introduction to an essential band.

Blackest Eyes (2002)

Katonoma's PORCUPINE TREE top 3
1 - In Absentia (2002)
2 - Fear Of A Blank Planet (2007)
3 - Deadwing (2005)

Katonoma's PORCUPINE TREE bottom 3
1 - On The Sunday Of Life (1991)
2 - Up The Downstair (1993)
3 - Signify 1996)