# Joanne Harris and the Prog Rock Roots of Her Stories | Music News

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Podcast: [Music News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/music-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7458114)
Published: 2026-07-13T12:28:47+00:00
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## Resource

Joanne Harris, famed for Chocolat, reveals how her roots in progressive rock—formed with The Storytime Band and inspired by Genesis, Pink Floyd, and Zappa—shaped her storytelling. From classical flute to epic prog covers of The Wall, her musical journey mirrors her literary flair, blending theatricality, narrative depth, and sonic experimentation. She even passed her love for prog to her daughter, finding modern echoes in bands like Mastodon, proving music’s timeless power to inspire and connect across generations. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/6733e7e8022ddb7f

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