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Melancholic Prosperity has been mentioned by music lovers all over the world.
"I think my favorites were Keys are my Brush, loved the trumpet stuff on Track 5, and the bass on Track 7 (My Crutch). Good work!"
"That was beautiful! The bass tone was awesome!"
"Very nice bit of elegiac prog there! I’m always happy to hear mellotrons, grand pianos, and synths alongside double tracked and flanged bass guitars."
"More!"
"I don't know what I was expecting, but it wasn't that! I really enjoyed it, excellent stuff! Got any more?"
"Very cool!"
Melancholic Prosperity is a progressive rock band formed by songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer Ryan Hankins. It can be described as symphonic prog with roots going back to the 60's and 70's, with appreciation and influence associated with Yes, Pink Floyd, Genesis, and many other prog bands.
Ryan started learning instruments while in elementary school such as piano and trombone. As time progressed, so did Ryan's musical palate with trumpet and bass guitar added under his belt.
While attending college, he minored in music and joined the alt rock band Zariah (now known as "The Danger"), then joined Sons of Neptune, a psychedelic progressive rock band. He then signed on with progressive metal band Fistful of Britney (now known as "Breeding Stock"). After a short hiatus, he became bassist for prog rock band Dissonati. With Dissonati, he performed at the first Seaprog festival (held annually, with a few exceptions) in 2013. The performance was recorded and subsequently released as the album "Live At Seaprog 2013." After focusing on career and family life for quite a while, 2020 proved to be a turnaround year in music for Ryan. When COVID-19 was running rampant, Ryan began writing music while in lockdown, but not just any old music. A long awaited concept album! This album is known as "Content Under Pressure," release date March 1, 2021.
Melancholic Prosperity is unavailable for booking shows at this time. We are, however, able to make arrangements other types of events within the United States.
