In this tracks through time edition, I listen to the previous outings of some Drama tracks. What can we expect from these Drama tracks live in 2016? Is Jon Davison going to be the best Yes singer for Drama? Who else has played these tracks? Listen to the episode and then let me know what you think! … Continue reading "Episode 183 – Yes Tracks Through Time Part 9 – Drama Tracks"

In the midst of concern about Chris Squire’s health, Yes have announced that Drama and Fragile will be played in their entirety in 2016 in Europe. What can we expect from Drama live in 2016? Have all the tracks been played live before? What about Trevor Horn’s contributions? Listen to the episode and then let me know … Continue reading "Episode 182 – Yes Live in Europe 2016 – Drama!"

Every issue of the Yes Magazine captures a moment in Yes history in a fascinating way. Thanks to Carl Coppage, I am able to immerse myself in one of these moments this week. Why are fans all talking about a forthcoming box set? What do Jon Anderson and Bill Bruford think of the forthcoming album … Continue reading "Episode 181 – The Yes Magazine unveils a moment in the band’s history"

There has never been a more appropriate time to consider the contribution of Chris Squire to the greatest progressive rock band in the world. What makes Chris Squire’s bass playing unique? What does he add to every Yes track he has been involved with? What will Yes concerts be like this Summer without Chris on … Continue reading "Episode 180 – Chris Squire, bass legend"

This week I watch the second part of the DVD from  Like It Is – Yes at The Bristol Hippodrome. This is the whole of The Yes Album. Does Downes’ playing look as good as it sounds? How is A Venture approached? What else can we learn about the musicians from seeing them rather than hearing them? Listen to … Continue reading "Episode 179 – Like It Is – Yes at The Bristol Hippodrome – Part 4"

This week I watch the first part of the DVD from  Like It Is – Yes at The Bristol Hippodrome. This is the whole of Going for the One. How does this epic look on screen? Does the minimal staging work? What can we learn about the musicians from seeing them rather than hearing them? Listen to the … Continue reading "Episode 178 – Like It Is – Yes at The Bristol Hippodrome – Part 3"

This week I listen to the second CD from  Like It Is – Yes at The Bristol Hippodrome. This is the whole of The Yes Album. This was the highlight of the concert I went to see, in some ways. Is it as good on the CD? What about the tempos? Too slow? How does Geoff … Continue reading "Episode 177 – Like It Is – Yes at The Bristol Hippodrome – Part 2"

I’ve finally found time to listen to the latest release from Yes –  Like It Is – Yes at The Bristol Hippodrome. This week I concentrate on the CD of Going for the One. What does Jon Davison sound like when recorded live with the band? Does Geoff Downes simplify Wakeman lines significantly and does it … Continue reading "Episode 176 – Like It Is – Yes at The Bristol Hippodrome – Part 1"

A look at an issue of the Yes Magazine from 1991, kindly scanned and sent to me by Carl Coppage. What can we learn about the state of the band in 1991 from this magazine? With hindsight, what seems odd? What did the Gottlieb Brothers think would happen to Yes after this point? Listen to the … Continue reading "Episode 175 – Yes Magazine from 1991"

A very brief update at Easter time, 2015. Listen to the episode and then let me know what you think! Show links and notes Yes Live in Chile DVD Wakeman 1984 DVD Wakeman TV 1980s Preston Frazier on Looking Around First clip form Progeny Orchestral Prog CD Yes on vinyl Please subscribe! If you are still listening … Continue reading "Episode 174 – A Very Brief Easter Update"