Geddy Lee Reveals the 4 Progressive Rock Albums That Defined the Entire 1970s

For Geddy Lee, legendary bassist and vocalist of Rush, four albums represent the essence of progressive rock during the 1970s better than any other. The four albums mentioned by Lee were: 1. "In the Court of the Crimson King" - King Crimson (1969) 2. "Close to the Edge" - Yes (1972) 3. "Selling England by the Pound" - Genesis (1973) 4. "Brain Salad Surgery" - Emerson, Lake & Palmer (1973) According to the musician, these works helped define the creative, technical and artistic standards that shaped the genre during its most influential phase. "In the Court of the Crimson King" is often considered the album that inaugurated modern progressive rock. His combination of symphonic passages, improvisation and artistic ambition opened new paths for rock. "Close to the Edge" took musical complexity to another level, featuring long compositions, constant tempo changes and virtuoso performances. Genesis appeared on the list with "Selling England by the Pound", a work that combined musical sophistication with lyrics inspired by British culture and which helped establish Peter Gabriel as one of the most creative figures in rock. Closing the selection is "Brain Salad Surgery", considered one of Emerson, Lake & Palmer's most daring works and a perfect example of the grandiose spirit that marked progressive rock of the decade. For Geddy Lee, these records not only defined a genre, but also profoundly influenced the musical formation of Rush and countless artists who came after.