“I think that prog rock is the science fiction of music. Science fiction speculates on what the future might be and look like and how we'll get there, and yet there's always a central theme of humanity, or there should be. Progressive rock has the same concept of exploration into the parts of the music world that hasn't been explored.”

Canadian actor and voice artist, best known for his iconic portrayal of Captain James T. Kirk in *Star Trek* (1966–1969). His commanding presence and sharp wit defined the role, while his later career spanned film, television, and stage, including notable work in *Bosom Buddies* and *The Exorcist III*. His voice work, from *Star Trek: The Animated Series* to commercials, further cemented his versatility.