"The Alan Parsons Project" was a British progressive rock band active from 1975 to 1990, led by producer and engineer Alan Parsons and songwriter and lyricist Eric Woolfson. They were known for their concept albums that blended elements of rock, pop, and classical music, often featuring orchestral arrangements and complex, layered production. Their most notable work, "Eye in the Sky", peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100. The band's distinctive sound and innovative use of the recording studio have had a significant influence on the development of progressive and ambient music.