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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #656
(“We Know Where This Is Headed… Don’t We?”)
Mike says “Don’t trust the title of the show”, as he doesn’t even know the answer. So expect the unexpected.
But don’t worry… it’s all good.

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #655
(“Chaos and Felicity: For Your Listening Pleasure”)
It’s 2026 and things are… um, crazy.
Tune in and find your ProgTracks-type joy.

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #654 (“A ProgTracks Valentine”)
Mike hopes you’ll get many valentines this week.
But you’ll not get one like you’ll get from ProgTracks!

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #653 (“Since You Are Here…”)
Mike suggests that, since you are here, that you stay and listen to two hours of fine curated music that you might not otherwise hear. It’s that simple.

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #652
(“Where’s The Through Line?”)
Themes are hard to come by after 650 shows; this is one of them. But (as you and Mike know) the through line is always in the music, right?

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #651 ("It Takes Two")
There is a special bond between the creative artist and the supportive listener.
It's time to celebrate that.

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #650
(“The Vacuum Of Silence Is No Longer Between Us”)

Mike’s launching headlong into another year of blasting non-conventional music into the void.
But who will take heed and make a connection?

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #649 ("Resolve")
Mike predicts 2026 will be a transformative year that will require resolve to make desired changes happen.
Mike also suggests that 2026 is the time to expand our musical tastes; and he's here to help!

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #648
(“ProgTracks’ Best of 2025”)
This week Mike presents his annual list of favorite albums. Take these picks as recommendations to revisit or possibly rediscover; in the end all musical taste is personal and subjective.

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #647 (“SCrAtCH!”)
For years we've been listening to Mike's wife, Vicki, ruin his LPs.
Now one saavy listener suggested hearing more than just a snippet. So Mike plays all the hits fit to be scratched...in their entirety!

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #646
(“ProgMas 2025”)
The annual reality check that Christmas isn’t all Wham! and Mariah for everyone.

“ProgMas… it ain’t Christmas”.
- Mike “ProgTracks” Pollack

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #645
(“Careful With That Reaper Drone, Eugene!”)
Really? The title isn’t enough?
Lots of great music and a nebulous ‘theme’ for you to decipher…

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #644
(“Well, It’s The End Of Something…”)
Mike’s last show may have been a bit, uh… misleading.
Things start and end all the time. Yeah, surely that’s what he meant. So maybe this is a ‘make up’ show?
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PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #643 (“The End Is Near”)
Possibly having a bit too much time to think recently…
Mike posits the future, through music.

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #642
(“Approaching Destination”)
For Thanksgiving, Mike explores a more positive side of music.
But for how long?
Place your bets…

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #641
(“Mondo Bondage”)
Ever felt like the modern world is coming down on you?
Mike plays music that helps explore the ways society constrains us.

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #640
(“Auditing The Year”)
Mike thinks November is the time to take stock of all that 2025 has brought, like lots of great new and classic tuneage. Sadly, that also includes another tribute to a departed artist.

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #639 (“A Waning Year”)
Mike’s on a mission to play more new music to help cope with the last couple months of 2025.
Music to survive by…

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #638
(“Halloween 2025 – The Witchfinder”)
The reality of witches in our world is gettin’ kinda scary.
This week’s show recognizes that, and Mike puts some music to it.

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #637
(“Stayin’ Alive: What’s In A Catchphrase, Anyway?”)
It’s a BIG week!
KPTZ 91.9 FM has a crucial Fund Drive, and
Progzilla Radio gets recognized for 10 years of excellence.
Mike’s just playing great music as always…

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #636 (“Never Pet A Burning Dog”)
ProgTracks is an ‘original’ show.
Mike is the DJ.
Mike is... um... Mike.
This is a show about that (and maybe something else).

[ IMAGE: J.C. Green ]

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #635A (“Blasts From The Past”)
Mike is away, but you won't go without.
Here's two VERY old one-hour ProgTracks shows for you, only aired at KPTZ.
The DJing is sketchy, but the music’s always been great!
[Image: Samwhan]

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #635
(“Clicks, Rumbles And Wordless Shouts”)
Mike knows that his ProgTracks listeners enjoy interesting and challenging music. And who is he to deny them what they want?
[Image: Digger]

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #634
(“How Do YOU Sleep?”)
Times are weird… as are Mike’s current sleep habits.
So how are YOU sleeping with everything that’s going on?
This week Mike curates a musical imitation of sleep… but to what end?

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #633
(“ Two Hours of Chaos with Khu.éex’ “)
For those listeners serious about expanding their musical palette, this week Mike interviews the indigenous, experimental-funk collective named Khu.éex’.

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #632
(“Warm-up For The Wee Hours”)
PROGRAM ALERT: ProgTracks is moving an hour later (10 PM to Midnight) on Mondays at KPTZ 91.9 FM.
So how will Mike keep everyone awake?
Listeners know it’s all about the music…

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #631
(“Labor Day 2025 – Why Do, We Labor So?”)
The chaotic Summer of 2025 is over, which means Labor Day in the U.S. Fun… Sun… And a democracy in peril.
Mike presents music to help you contemplate the current situation.

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #630
(“International sTRANGE mUSIC Day 2025”)
Mike declares war on ‘musical mediocrity’ while celebrating this most venerable annual event.
But how sTRANGE can the music be, compared to any of Mike’s other shows? 😉

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #629
(“The Past Is Not A Refuge”)
You don’t belong here anymore.
The past isn’t a refuge; it’s a one-way street
with no U-turns.
So don’t get stuck in the same old music.
Mike will help you escape the past…

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THE PROGRESSIVE TRACK SHOW #628
(“Vicki Chooses What She Can't Stand”)
This week Mike gives you what you’ve been asking for:
Involvement from his wife, Vicki, who can’t stand Prog.
Yes, Vicki picks all the music this week!
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