I'll second the nod for Dream Theater. I am a huge Dream Theater fan, own every album. They are by far the premiere band in progressive metal. As bgivnin said, Octavarium is absolutely amazing. For earlier work, I'd probaby recommend Awake. The other album worth checking out is Scenes from a Memory. Amazing concept album.
Another band you may want to check out is Pain of Salvation. They're swedish prog rock, and their CDs can be found at most Newbury Comics. The vocalist is without a doubt the most talented I have ever heard, and the musianship is excellent. Albums from them to check out are Remedy Lane, and The Perfect Element Pt.1.
Just my $.02
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