Prog Rock Paradise: Cruise To The Edge 2025 Delivered Unforgettable Moments at Sea April 4-9, 2025

All images by Larry Marano

Progressive rock enthusiasts experienced another extraordinary musical journey this year as Cruise To The Edge 2025 concluded its latest voyage. Praised by many attendees as "the best cruise yet," the floating festival showcased an impressive lineup of legendary and emerging prog acts across multiple intimate venues throughout the ship.

Some of the acts included British progressive rockers Marillion, Steve Hackett, Wishbone Ash, and many others.

The Norwegian Pearl, sister ship to the Gem that hosted the 2024 cruise, proved to be the perfect vessel for this immersive prog adventure. Its expansive pool deck transformed into the legendary Outdoor Concert Stage where fans soaked up both sun and unforgettable performances. The ship's multiple concert spaces created an atmosphere that rivaled any land-based prog festival, with the production and attention to detail that CTTE has become known for.