The prog rock gods descended on Cologne and left no eardrum unblown.
With melodic progressive rock and socially critical lyrics, the British band Porcupine Tree also gained a large fan base in Germany at the turn of the millennium. In 2005, Rockpalast filmed them at their gig in Cologne's Live Music Hall. At their concert in Cologne, the band played a varied set of 15 songs, including their hit at the time, Lazarus.
Direction
Rockpalast's minimalist camerawork lets the music breathe.
Sound
That live mix captures every layer of their studio perfection.
Acting
Wilson's deadpan banter between songs is unintentionally hilarious.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Rockpalast has broadcast legendary performances since 1974; this 2005 slot cemented Porcupine Tree's status as continental Europe's adopted prog sons.
This set captures the Deadwing tour peak—before Wilson's solo career split the band's focus, making this lineup configuration increasingly precious.
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