Discipline

The Profile

Discipline are a progressive rock band from Detroit, active since the late 1980s and led by Matthew Parmenter. Their 1993 debut Push and Profit was followed by the acclaimed 1997 album Unfolded Like Staircase. The group's style is often compared to Van der Graaf Generator and Peter Hammill; Parmenter is noted as a multi-instrumentalist and theatrical vocalist.

Often compared to Van der Graaf Generator; leader Matthew Parmenter is noted for hoarse, theatrical vocals and plays keyboards, violin and saxophone. Unfolded Like Staircase (1997) is highlighted in reviews as a standout 1990s progressive album.

Discipline are a Detroit progressive rock band, active since the late 1980s. Their 1997 album Unfolded Like Staircase is praised in the review as one of the best progressive albums of the ’90s. The leader Matthew Parmenter is noted for theatrical, Peter Hammill-like vocals and multi-instrumental skills. The album features four long suites; standout tracks mentioned are "Canto IV – Limbo" and "Before the Storm". The group released a debut (Push and Profit), a live release and then went largely silent.