Geoff Downes not only co-founded a pioneering group in the late seventies, but he’s also a core member of two other iconic groups that continue to go strong. And that’s just the start. Geoff covers a lot of ground in this interview and we take the opportunity to delve into the latest album release from Yes.

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Downes Braide Association – latest album Halcyon Hymns

Geoff at the Sydney Opera House

Yes – The Quest

Rock Aid Armenia – Smoke on the Water (making-of documentary)

Trevor and Geoff performing live in 2004

Our interview with Geoff’s old band mate, Jan Pulsford

Asia – Go

Tag a keyboard player: Dave Sinclair (Caravan)

Desert Island Discs: In The Land of Grey and Pink – Caravan, ABBA Gold – ABBA, 4 – Foreigner, What’s Going On – Marvin Gaye, The White Album – The Beatles.

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