Pallas

The Profile

Pallas are a Scottish neo-progressive rock band formed in Aberdeen in the mid-1970s, part of the UK’s 1980s prog revival alongside peers like Marillion and IQ. They are known for The Sentinel (1984) and a later run of albums including Beat the Drum, The Cross & the Crucible, The Dreams of Men, Wearewhoweare, and The Messenger.

Scottish neo-prog band from Aberdeen; active since the 1970s. The Sentinel (1984) is a key album of the 1980s progressive resurgence. Studio output spans eight albums across roughly four decades. Alan Reed returned on The Messenger. The Messenger was released via Bandcamp, with limited presence on major streaming platforms.

DeBaser’s reviews frame Pallas as a stalwart of Scottish neo-prog: undercelebrated, keyboard-forward, and fond of long-form pieces. The Messenger is praised for atmosphere and the return of Alan Reed, while Wearewhoweare is lauded for maturity and varied keys. The Dreams of Men draws criticism for uneven stylistic blending. The Sentinel is cited as a key album of the 1980s prog revival. Recent remarks note Bandcamp-first distribution and modest streaming presence.