A TRIP!| FIRST TIME HEARING Yes - Long Distance Runaround REACTION

[@marcnovellino2028]

The bass in this song is incredible

[@davexvs]

i could isolate the bass and just listen to that or isolate the drums etc then add all the other elements and off into other worlds we go no other band came close to YES or ever will {:-) PAV UK

[@franksullivan1873]

And we know why,lol.

[@tjhorne82]

Chris Squire is a beast! Especially live

[@payleighsteele1540]

Chris Squire was incredible. Just a wizard on the bass!

[@robertacolarette1594]

That’s why I always loved YES. Chris Squire’s bass is always totally on top. No one else does it like YES.

[@Grizzam721]

So, you may not realize it, but you just listened to TWO songs. The first was "Long Distance Runaround" and the second was the change that you heard after your commentary pause and it's called "The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus)". It's a bass guitar feature from the late, great Chris Squire. Everything that you hear in Squire's feature, outside of the drums, is Squire playing bass and getting some AMAZING sounds from it! I'm SO glad that you enjoyed this one!

[@Johnny_Socko]

I don't think I ever knew that, because FM stations back in the day would often play the two tracks together, so I always assumed it was one song. And just looking at the track listing on the album would not have given it away, since the songs blend into each other.

[@PeterBuwen]

True :-D

[@rakeshadhin]

Indeed and the chanting at the end of The Fish is simply the Latin name of the fish "Schindleria Praematurus".

[@jeffreekoch9298]

Lot of prog rock songs usually just blends in together.

[@GeoffTrowbridge]

Yes indeed... As a bass player, I was obsessed with this song. I even transcribed all of the bass overdubs (eight in total) and attempted to record a cover of the song myself. Suffice to say, I am not Chris Squire. 😜

[@gkiferonhs]

Yes is always a musical kaleidoscope.

[@pauldombski]

You can never go wrong with YES..especially early YES.....my favorite from them is And You and I

[@jellyrollnorton]

Mine, too. And if I’m in the mood for a banger, South Side of the Sky.

[@giuliogrifi7739]

Early YES...yes, I agree.

[@Life_of_Rita]

Me too!

[@gnpahdc]

Great songs by YES include: South Side of the Sky, And You and I, Siberian Khatru, Starship Trooper, Yours Is No Disgrace, Heart of the Sunrise. Take your pick.

[@danbenedict8375]

This 👆🏼

[@gnpahdc]

@FrancoisRalliart I only avoided offering that one due to its length. 100% agree. :)

[@midnightrider1100]

So hard to pick a favorite.

[@joelliebler5690]

Rush is like the baby of YES The granddaddy of progressive rock. They will always be the pinnacle of pro. Rock!Jon Anderson, lead singer is all natural, no enhancement. He still sounds great 50 plus years later, Chris Squire is the ultimate bass player that Getty Lee looked up to when he started his career! The Fish is a song made for Chris’s expert bass playing and his nickname is Fish, which is his zodiac sign, though he got the name from taking long baths!

[@surlechapeau]

What would that make Emerson, Lake and Palmer?

[@davexvs]

@@surlechapeau best mates

[@bernardsalvatore1929]

​@@surlechapeauI would say it would make them a co-grandparent because their musical styles were somewhat similar!! They were both incredible influences on the creation of progressive rock!!

[@wreckingKREW1]

@@bernardsalvatore1929 I love Yes and ELP to pieces,but Robert Fripp broke through the wall before either of them with King Crimson's brilliant 1969 album "In The Court of The Crimson King"which,of course,is where Greg Lake was playing before ELP. And then Bruford left Yes after the CTTE album to join Crimson for their mind-blowing trilogy of albums..."Lark's Tongues In Aspic","Starless and Bible Black" and "Red"...in the mid-70's. Personally were I pressed to name THE guy,for me,who most encapsulated prog rock and just constantly evolving what he was doing and how influential it was in the music world,it would probably be Robert Fripp.

[@markstoudenmire4935]

​@@wreckingKREW1 Fripp is criminally underrated with his importance to rock, prog specifically. Well known in that circle, but not mentioned nearly enough across the board.

[@suef.9310]

Another vote for “Yours Is No Disgrace”

[@jackiec859]

Lead vocalist, Jon Anderson, has a rather unique range. It's not a falsetto, but a natural upper register. I don't recall ever hearing about anyone tinkering with his voice. *That would be SO wrong.*

[@bookhouseboy280]

By the end of 1971, Yes were firing on all cylinders and they delivered the second half of their one-two punch with Fragile. A superlative sustained musical statement, it saw the band framing Anderson’s fanciful, sci-fi-laced themes with wildly inventive and hyper-aggressive arrangements. Egged on by the turbocharged rhythm section of Bruford and Squire, Howe and the group’s wily new keyboard whiz, Rick Wakeman (who replaced Kaye just prior to the album’s sessions), engaged in electric games of one-upmanship that revealed how they were actually two sides of the same creative mind. It didn’t hurt that Yes were sitting on a sublime collection of melodic gems - most notably “Roundabout” and “Long Distance Runaround” - that hit radio playlists with deadly aim. Within months of its release, Fragile became the breakthrough the band had long sought, going to Number Two in the U.S. On their own, both The Yes Album and Fragile were enough to signify that a radical shift was afoot in some quarters of British rock. Combined with the efforts of contemporaries like King Crimson and ELP, they helped shape a movement. - GuitarPlayer, 2021

[@wreckingKREW1]

And then came their magnum opus in late 1972,the "Close To The Edge" album. For me (and many) the pinnacle of progressive rock.

[@vinsgraphics]

“Awaken” is their masterpiece, Jon Anderson’s personal favorite, and an amazing production (organ recorded over a phone connection in Switzerland!) It’s a long one, about 15.5 minutes. It’ll blow your minds.

[@thekenzosh]

Yes opened my mind and my ears to a whole new way of appreciating music. Yours is No Disgrace.

[@sagegoodwin1]

Sick tune! Starship Trooper kicks ass too. The whole Yes Album is ridiculously good

[@thekenzosh]

@@sagegoodwin1 and decades later, I still get the same thrill listening to it.

[@sagegoodwin1]

@@thekenzosh me too man, that lp still sounds amazing all the way thru and its 50+ years old now.

[@jeanstrickland2445]

@@sagegoodwin1🤫your telling how old us baby boomers are 😂😂

[@canonfodder2068]

I don't comment very often, but this song takes me on a journey to a 70's summer. I listened to this album with headphones, late at night, room dark, patio doors open with a honeysuckle breeze sneaking in; fireflies were dancing in the distance as if they could hear the bass. Just read my post for grammar and have to add...I was NOT high...I was 12 and a dreamer.

[@Heinz57Sauce]

Just reading that made me so emotional. Weren’t those the days?? I know it was so long ago but sometimes it feels like it was just yesterday.

[@susanbercaw5139]

I get it. Same here. I guess I've always been a little "psychedelic."

[@jamesferris4573]

The use of the synthesizers and a strong bass line with the growl in it and the unique vocals set Yes apart from any other band.

[@jonathanlocke6404]

A lot of other ones didn't feature the guitar as much as they did, either...

[@surlechapeau]

Jay &Amber, You'll love their song "Yours Is No Disgrace" and "Close To The Edge!!!

[@elizabethfranco1284]

Both are masterpieces

[@rmac8008]

You need to see this live this version was cut short Phenomenal musicianship by all No tricks Chris Squire Best bassist ever That’s all him at the end playing The Fish

[@jefff3886]

Every member of this band, as appeared on this album, are legendary. Jon Anderson, on lead vocals. Steve Howe, lead guitars. The late great Chris Squire on bass. Rick Wakeman, the greatest rock keyboardist ever. Billl Bruford on the drum kit, described by many as one of the best fusion drummers ever.

[@jellyrollnorton]

One of Yes’ most beautiful songs is "Turn of the Century." It’s the first song that moved me emotionally some 45 years ago.

[@patrickmcevoy5080]

You'll be interested to know that most of the the "guitar" sounds in the second half of the song, including that "wow wow" sound you mentioned (a wah-wah pedal) were done by the BASS. The Fragile album had each of the individual players craft one song on their own, and that second half (titled "The Fish") was Chris Squire's contribution. He was just showing off lots of different sounds that the bass was capable of.

[@timjones8377]

Starting at 6:29 everything you hear (minus percussion and vocal) is Chris Squire on bass guitar

[@davidscott129]

Bass players never get the credit they deserve. Chris Squire is a bass guitar god. He uses unique bass lines and a variety of sounds to enhance the total song. He's part of what made Yes so great, a band with no weak points anywhere.

[@kingary]

Close to the Edge! Greatest song ever written!

[@waltw4537]

You guys are hittin' the note these last couple days. Here we go. Always preferred Yes over Rush. Jon Anderson's voice is always amazing. A friend saw Yes in some arena-type venue. He said the sound people could"swirl" the sound around and around the spherical arena. Said he had never experienced anything like it before or since. You guys do have to investigate King Crimson also. "Tight" is a way to describe Yes. Good Wah Wah, Jay! Thanks!

[@queenbeedat8726]

One of the best rock bands ever....

[@magneto7930]

Classic Yes! I'm thrilled to see you react to this! This is the great lineup of Jon Anderson vocals, Steve Howe guitar, Chris Squire bass, Rick Wakeman keyboards, and Bill Bruford drums! Yours is no Disgrace or Heart of the Sunrise, next please!

[@ryanr5319]

That's just how Jon sounds. 😊 Raspy ethereal. Love these gents. Ty for reaction! Mr. Squire greatest rock bassist imo. The debate can rage, but the tone and pick cannot be denied. Lol

[@jeffschielka7845]

YES❗️The greatest band on this or any other planet❗️🚀🛰🪐😎

[@chriso6719]

🎶🎶

[@jeffschielka7845]

@@chriso6719 👍😎

[@sunflowermahea225]

They were always my favorite

[@jeffschielka7845]

@@sunflowermahea225 👍😎

[@allenlocke1935]

Wait until you hear "Yours Is No Disgrace", "Tempus Fugit" and "Starship Trooper".

[@hollywood8309]

Yes is so great, they have such an eclectic sound. 🎶🎵🎶

[@skaye19]

You still haven't hit my 3 favorite Yes songs yet. Starship Trooper, Yours is No Disgrace and Siberian Khatru. All are can't miss looking forward to your reactions.

[@mayflowerson1]

The crispness of the vocals and the on point hitting brings so much definition to one of my favorites by one of my favorite 70's band YES!! And the syncopation

[@midnightrider1100]

That is really his voice. He's got a unique one.

[@garyrausch1184]

No electronic manipulation of voices back when these guys made this gem

[@Friend_Of_The_Muse]

😎Geddy Lee was a huge fan of Yes and Chris Squire their Bassist. Squire had died before the induction of Yes into the R&R Hall of Fame. Geddy filled in on their performance of Round About. Yes is on Mount Rushmore of Prog Rock. They helped create the genre in a big way. None better. Chris Squire is your favorite bass player's favorite bass player.

[@gwydion56]

Yes was my favorite band back in the day, and it is so great to see you discovering the talent jammed into all four of them. Chris Squire is my favorite bassist of all time, and he gets to shine a lot on this track. But seriously, it all works because every member in the group was a top-tier talent in their role. Loved this!

[@jimtatro6550]

These guys were such a huge influence on Rush so much so that Alex and Geddy inducted them into the R&R Hall of Fame

[@davidrold9770]

Geddy also played bass on Roundabout, I believe. Since the RnR hall of fame took so long to put them in. The great Chris Squire had passed already. And Geddy was the perfect bass player to sit in for him. They did the same thing with Jon Lord & Deep Purple.

[@gunkulator1]

For those who haven't seen it, the video of Yes' RRHOF induction speech is definitely worth a watch. The rest of the band members each come up in turn and say their piece and then Rick Wakemen takes the mike and proceeds to give the best induction speech I've ever heard. You can see Alex and Geddy cracking up in the background during parts of it.

[@argelbargel7680]

Chris Squire made the walls of the Chicago Stadium vibrate when they played this live, back in my younger days.

[@marthaz]

They, like queen, are a unique phenomenon. Hope you have seen a live version of something. Their musicianshjp is off the charts. 👍😊💕

[@anthonyblakely399]

I am THRILLED you guys answered my request. The song is another MASTERPIECE!!! 😊😊😊....and for y'alls next Masterpiece from Yes will be: "Heart of the Sunrise. "😊😊😊😊 Great reaction guys...and Jay...."Long Distance/The Fish are two all-time favorites from Yes of mine.🎉🎉🎉 Happy New Year 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@CosmicVagabondPixie]

YAY!!! Awesome!

[@smithbros1000]

I 1st heard Yes in 1981 while purchasing refreshments at a friend's apt. The complexity, the carefully arranged dissonances, a new way of thinking of music was opened up. I've been a fan ever since.

[@joanlajara3939]

Yes is incredible, especially the beginnings of the band!! Such awesome musicians ❤️RIP Chris Squire

[@aarongoldstein7614]

As others have noted you actually heard two songs, "Long Distance Runaround/The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus)". The former was written by lead singer Jon Anderson and the latter was written by the late bassist Chris Squire. The two songs are meant to be heard together.

[@Jessica_Roth]

Yes, that really is Jon Anderson's voice. No electronics needed. He's one of those singers (like Dennis DeYoung of Styx) who has a distinct tone to his voice. Some love it, some hate it. (I'm a lover.) Yes is a band where the time limit on your videos means that you will miss out on some cool longer songs. No "Gates of Delirium" or "Awaken" for you, alas. But you still have *plenty* to choose from. The album where you found "I've Seen All Good People" has three other songs of similar length and versatility. Try "Yours is No Disgrace" or "Perpetual Change" or "Starship Trooper/the Wurm", and you will love them, too. Or you could try the IMO underrated "Drama" album (the only one without Anderson) to catch more of Squire's brilliance, particularly on "Tempus Fugit". (Chris and Jon cofounded the band, so Chris stepped up without Jon.) And they are a fine covers band, because their unique sound really enhances familiar songs. Try their version of "Every Little Thing" by the Beatles or Simon & Garfunkel's "America". But what is often forgotten is that Yes do love songs, too. The time limit stops you from hitting "And You And I", which is my favorite love song by *anyone, ever* , but Jon's "Sweetness" and Chris's "Onward" touch the heart as well. Lend an ear, please. Thanks again.

[@sunflowermahea225]

My favorite band of all time

[@Sunyataji]

Amber is on it; the lyrics are "impressionist." They don't necessarily make sense but they create an atmosphere that matches the music's eclectic style and composition.

[@davidwilkins5932]

From the same album as Roundabout, and the whole album is a masterpiece.

[@danhurley2274]

Thanx very much Jay and Amber for reacting to "Long Distance Runaround/ The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus)" by Yes!!! Always cool to see them do this live with the late Chris Squire playing bass. These two tracks are from the Fragile album, as was Roundabout. I think you should check out these other Yes songs: "Heart Of The Sunrise", "Close To The Edge", "Siberian Khatru", "Tempus Fugit", "Going For The One", "Wonderous Stories", "South Side Of The Sky", "Yours Is No Disgrace", "Starship Trooper", "Time And A Word", "Don't Kill The Whale", "Soon", "Rhythm Of Love". I hope you and your family had a great Christmas and that you have a very happy New Year!

[@GeoffTrowbridge]

All good choices, except they can't just do "Soon" -- they need to experience the whole of "The Gates of Delirium". 🤯

[@stevegirardmedia2255]

Primo musicianship always with Yes... the names are legendary: Chris Squire - Bass, backing vocals / Steve Howe - Guitars, backing vocals / Rick Wakeman - Keys / Bill Bruford - Drums / Jon Anderson - Vocals I've loved these guys since 1971... they're part of my musical imagination. I would just get relaxed, put the headphones on and close my eyes... and they took me on a ride through my mind! And the coolest thing is that the music never takes me the same way twice!!

[@tylerhackner9731]

Yes is an absolutely incredible band. Yes, rush and Pink Floyd made me get into prog rock

[@cjdesign5700]

Ohhh Chris Squire on da Bass...RIP

[@gizmo5925]

In almost every Yes song, there are enough melodic ideas to produce three or four other songs. Yes songs are endlessly fascinating.

[@Dd8505]

That's my boy from Accrington on lead vocals, you should hear is voice live through a P.A system, goodness gracious it's magical. Glad this made you smile.

[@alleykeosheyan4779]

I had the pleasure of seeing Yes perform live in Phoenix at a venue called Union Hall, which held ~2,000 people. Somehow, Jon Anderson visually and psychically connected with each member of the audience. He's an incredible performer, and seeing a band of that caliber playing a venue as intimate as a high school gym or community theatre was surreal!

[@rpmfla]

I can't believe you haven't done more from Yes! Please do more.

[@clydeb7713]

All about that BASS it's outstanding!

[@aliciazambri4237]

This is what I love about Yes. The different textures and time signatures. Their songs are never boring and sometimes unpredictable. Your next Yes songs need to be Changes, Leave It, and Hold On, all from the same amazing album.

[@wilelowman]

I heard in a Jon Anderson interview, most Yes songs were complete before lyrics. He would use voice as a instrument and sometime the didn't work but the vibe did. He didn't apologize for it ever.

[@i.marchand4655]

In this particular piece, in the vocals at the end of 'Fish', they were singing the scientific name of a random fish species. Or maybe it wasn't random. Jon may have gone through hundreds of scientific fish names to get the right sounds.

[@BoGardiner]

I did not know that! but it makes sense.

[@JaneWalters-ni7se]

My favorite band of all time. Guess I've been listening to them since I was six

[@ecnoto]

Yes “And You And I”. Pleeeease. ❤❤

[@markjohnson4217]

The second piece was written and arranged by Chris Squire, the bassist. It was entirely made up of multi-tracked bass parts other than drums and vocals. His nickname was Fish, I think Bill Bruford said that it was because he would spend hours in the bathtub when they toured. The vocal refrain is 'Shindleria Praematurus' the latin term for fish, sung by Chris 10:39

[@rwschumm]

This Song does a GREAT job of musically presenting a 'Runaround' IMO. PS- Plus the emotions of being on the 'receiving end'. Really love it! Great Reaction, You Guys! :)

[@safirestudio]

I grew up on Yes cause they're my uncle's favorite band. I dont remember this song but that voice and this sound is unforgettable ❤

[@joshs4594]

I strongly recommend "Heart of the Sunrise" off the same album. It has something for everyone particularly the drums during the first 2 minutes by Bill Bruford. Everybody shines on this track, which became my favorite Yes song when I first heard it back in 1971, and it still is today. I hope you see this message. 👍🎵🎶

[@Friend_Of_The_Muse]

😎That sound is a wah wah pedal. A whammy is a bar that you use to bend string and create a vibrato.

[@eileendobbs8009]

The musicianship in this song is insane. Chris Squire...best bassist ever IMO. If you haven't hit it yet I hope you react to And You & I by YES off the Close to the Edge album

[@geob3963]

Yes!! Every song a journey. Yes - Changes Yes - Siberian Khatru Yes - Close To The Edge Yes - Tempus Fugit Yes - Yous Is No Disgrace

[@allendixon7700]

Don't tighten alone. Don't take long to figure out why nobody applies herself. So I don't know how long I already😅😅😅😅😅

[@allendixon7700]

Did you ever really think about country country music? It's got a story already. It's got a third song already about. What you're gonna do tomorrow about what you done yesterday? I was a song forever situation.

[@allendixon7700]

You know, it's a truce man love when I'm in a slow bed. Low bed on the trash I'm gonna try. She said I'll tell doug's man lock reminlock atonna trash you sad

[@allendixon7700]

There's a country song with the video there's a vide of all about the triancy Confederate railroad I got a video for trish Try s*** but I'm competitive. Get on the train and you're to get to the trash you women

[@alicericcardi3199]

CLOSE TO THE EDGE! YOURS IS NO DISGRACE! STARSHIP TROOPER!!

[@stanleymerritt4722]

I have some good news for you 2 fine people. You have yet to hear your favorite YES song. Trust me on this. Best music...ever. Best band...ever. Thanks!!! for the reaction. :)

[@Lightmane]

So great to see you finally listening to more YES. Hope one day you listen to Close to the Edge. I consider it one of the greatest pieces of music ever written.

[@shelbysnyder8109]

Thanks for this. I had this album (everyone I knew did) . A classic.

[@JoTracy]

I love this song!!! So much ❤

[@myownchannel247]

Chris Squire on bass ✨ r I p

[@edwardforster8905]

J and Amber, great quote I know you will both love: "Without the band YES, there wouldn't be RUSH!" ~ Geddy Lee Phenomenal pieces of work!! Thank you so much for reacting!! ❤ @RobSquadReactions

[@joanlajara3939]

Close to the edge!!! Starship Troopers, wondrous stories awesome stuff! You like this, you’ll love that!!

[@briancoates3955]

Lynnwood 😈 Brian- Yes yes they were a very talented band and I love this song with some excellent bass guitar in it.

[@firebird7479]

"The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus)" was written by bass player, the late Chris Squire. Squire's astrological sign was Pisces and was nicknamed The Fish. His solo album "Fish Out of Water" is incredible, and I recommend checking out "Chris Squire Solo" --- a 9 minute live performance during a Yes concert where Squire takes center stage and riffs some of his bass licks with the accompaniment of Yes drummer, the late Alan White. Phenomenal.

[@Jude_196]

YES: YES!!! LOVE HOW CREATIVE THIS BAND IS!! SO GOOD!!

[@pugowner1347]

Chris Squire is the reason I play bass. Been playing for almost 50 years. One day I hope to be as good as he was! Rest in Peace, Chris.

[@davidsouth9979]

Apart from Pink Floyd the other inventors of prog rock were King Crimson. The album “ In The Court Of The Crimson King” is a classic and all tracks are genius. Some of the music has been sampled by Kayne West and others.

[@DerZupfer]

I strongly suggest "Heart Of The Sunrise" and "South Side Of The Sky" from the same album.

[@jellyrollnorton]

Yes!

[@allanmartin1005]

You have only scratched the surface, there is so much more and every experience is different. It’s YES, nothing else to be said.

[@ignitedfw]

Love me some YES. One of my favorite bands growing up in the 70s and still one of the greatest of all time. Saw them in concert in the round. Would love to see them in concert one more time. Unfortunately, Steve Howell and Jon Anderson are still in a pissing match. Can we all just get along.

[@sarahcushing939]

Next Yes song... Going for the One!!! Love you guys.

[@ivylady13]

It is so cool the way the bass is the star, rhythm and melody together, it moves the song like no other.

[@jeff90125]

The second half of this song is called "The Fish". Around the same time as this album came out, Chris Squire, the late, great Yes bass player released a solo album called "Fish out of Water". There is a video you really, really need to react to. "Hold out your Hand/You by my side" is simply amazing. Chris has Bill Buford and Patrick Moraz from Yes in this one as well as an orchestra behind him.

[@randyallaben9900]

STARSHIP TROOPER!!!

[@tomswanson7446]

I was called out on a job to make a key 🔑 for a van in Newcastle Washington in 1997. The caller Alan White the drummer of YES asking me to make a ignition key for a van owned by Rick Wakeman keyboard player for YES. Greatest moment of my locksmith career.

[@jellyrollnorton]

I’m so glad you got back to Yes!

[@kerraig666]

For me personally, the most creative and my fave bass player ever...and those harmonies with Jon Anderson are off the chart. I think I read somewhere that they met in a bar and found that they both loved Simon & Garfunkel and their harmonies. The rest is history and the best band ever!! ❤✌

[@Pait728]

You are spot on Jay that effect on the guitar is called a "Wah Wah" peddle.

[@jeffreekoch9298]

Yes was one of the best progressive rock bands ever.

[@hawaiirastalady]

I REALLY hope you guys can do a full-album reaction to Yes's album "Close to the Edge"! It is an utter MASTERPIECE! It is Progressive Rock at its finest.🥰

[@brianmccullough5764]

The way Anderson's vocal is structured always amazes me here. His voice is the melody. No instruments are playing that line at all. He's providing the whole melody himself on top of all of the instrumental business under him.

[@bloppysloppy4057]

Moody Blues, Procol Harum, The Nice, Pink Floyd, Genesis, Yes, Emerson Lake & Palmer, King Krimson, Renaissance, Captain Beyond, JethroTull. These are the original bands that started Progressive Rock. The critics hated it but the fans and serious musicians loved it.

[@hudsonhollow]

This just took me back to my youth with warmth and underlying sadness of days and nights gone by long ago. Life is a one way journey.

[@britannicvalente]

Cool song choice! Im 22 and these guys are by far my favorite. Look forward to you getting to other awesome pieces from their catalog. Including the monster, Close to the Edge. And funny fact since you both mentioned rush early on, Yes was Rush bassist Geddy Lee's main influence for starting Rush! Specifically the late great Chris Squire on bass. Happy New Year! 🥳

[@cosmiccowboy7764]

Saw them on first US Tour fronting Jethro Tull. What an amazing night! Steve Howe played the Clap and when the riff is taking from Classical Gas he went ahead and played out with Classical Gas,which was written by Mason Williams of OKC and Im sitting with his son .An incredible night

[@MisterWondrous]

With Yes music, there is a stairway to Heaven. Sometimes, folks may need to experience the simpler steps or songs, before tackling the long masterworks. At the top of these stairs you will eventually find "Awaken" and "Close to the Edge", both musico-spiritual masterpieces. Take your time though. Lots of other great songs to learn and love along the way. Great to find you on the path. Their music is medicinal, and Jon, their leader, is an avatar and bodhisattva.

[@timsteppan9390]

Listen to “Yours is no Disgrace”. You’ll love the ride!

[@dolfinpt]

Finally!!!❤ You’ve returned to the #1 Progressive Rock Band! Owner of a Lonely Heart is good-that song if from their later projects in the 80’s. Yours is No Disgrace is just one of their Amazing songs from Legendary albums: The Yes Album, Fragile, Close to the Edge, Going For the One, Tormato, Relayer and Tales of Topographic Oceans! From here may I suggest: Starship Trooper Heart of the Sunrise Wonderous Stories And You and I Siberian Khatru South Side of the Sky Then…Close to the Edge Awaken, Gates of Delirium, Mind Drive, All of Tales of Topographic Oceans So many to Experience! Yes will blow you away…if you can appreciate the complexity of their incredible sound ❤️ Hope you decide to listen to more Yes!

[@topographic1973ify]

I've seen them 10 times and that's not very often compared to many of the fans. I've been following them since 1971 and have a HUGE Yes and related collection.If you get into them far enough you'll realize there's no one else like them. This, along with bass solo at the end is great live. They actually started in 1968 and there's still a version of the band out touring right now.

[@anthonyblakely399]

I really need to educate you guys on the members of Yes on this album, "Fragile, " and this song, "Long Distance, " are: Jon Anderson >lead vocals; Bass guitar > Chris Squire; Steve Howe > guitars; Rick Wakeman > keyboards; Bill Bruford > drums and percussion. The members change on different albums. But on this album the members previously mentioned are on this song.

[@markwitherspoon1416]

Thanks for getting back to my favorite band. If you like that you will also like Yours is No Disgrace and Starship Trooper. There are many more but those are good one to start with. Love you guys!

[@i.marchand4655]

If you do these, I have favorite Live versions that I would highly recommend. Starship Trooper from a 2001 concert in Holland which included an orchestra. For Yours is No Disgrace, a 1971 appearance on Beat Club. Steve Howe was their brand new guitarist, still had Tony Kaye on organ.

[@EccentricAuntWanda1]

Yes are a delight. Chris, Bill, and Steve really shine on this tract. Excellent reaction!