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English neo-progressive rock band formed in 1981. Key members have included Peter Nicholls (vocals), Mike Holmes (guitar) and Martin Orford (keyboards).

Associated with the 1980s neo-progressive movement. Reviews on DeBaser note a long career with a dozen studio albums (Dominion cited as the twelfth) and a catalogue often praised for long suites, atmospheric keyboards and evolving later-period sounds.

DeBaser reviews present IQ as a long-running English neo-progressive band noted for atmospheric, keyboard-driven suites and late-career vitality. Reviewers praise albums such as Subterranea, Dark Matter and the 2025 Dominion, highlighting long compositions, nocturnal moods and strong keyboard work. The site's coverage mixes historical perspective with close readings of individual tracks and editions.

For:Fans of neo-progressive and classic progressive rock; listeners who like long suites, atmospheric keyboards and melodic guitar-driven prog.

 

"Yes, more than Marillion!"

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"This incredible album fully demonstrates everything mentioned above!"

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"IQ has the characteristic of coming closer than any other neoprog group to the sounds and style of Steve Hackett's solo albums, especially 'Spectral Mornings'."

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