Vinnie Moore's "Mind's Eye" is progressive metal

First Post March 25, 2023 04:24 AM

Vinnie Moore's 1986 debut album is generally regarded as being neoclassical/heavy metal however I would argue that it's got much more of a spacey progressive vibe than it does a neoclassical one so I'd like to see it added to The Infinite under Progressive Metal on top of its existing tags in The Guardians.

This nomination has been posted in the Hall of Judgement.

March 26, 2023 07:41 AM

I decided to give this album some listening and a review to try to revive my interest in the progressive/neoclassical metal blend I've last experienced in Symphony X. Vinnie Moore's debut is definitely progressive to my ears because of the structural complexity and spacey keyboards. And I agree that the neoclassical aspect is secondary, appearing more in just the soloing technique without being the main genre, though a couple songs to me have more of that neoclassical vibe while mixed with the dominating progressive side of the sound. So I'll vote YES for this album's Infinite Hall entry.

March 27, 2023 01:05 AM

Don't forget to vote on the other Hall entry for this release too Andi.

March 27, 2023 04:12 AM

I can't, Daniel. I'm no longer in The Guardians.