Yes - Roundabout (Chris Squire bass cover)

[@DoctorUmbra]

This has got to be, hands down, the best cover of Roundabout in the whole Internet. Hats off, Miguel. What a tribute.

[@miguelbass]

Thanks again. Luis! All the best to you!

[@stevenkelly3417]

Did the great man justice , superb cover

[@miguelbass]

Yes, I got my bass certificate signed by him. That was really nice of Chris :)

[@miguelbass]

I feel that I have a personal connection with it, glad that it shows. Fragile is a very special work-of-art.

[@missmya3972]

I love bass players... They have so much groove and funk.

[@miguelbass]

Thanks for watching, and for the compliment :) All the best

[@Retroscoop]

+missmya3972 Not quite sure if let's say Iron Maiden's Steve Harris has a lot of "funk" :0)

[@natenatedoggster]

+missmya3972 We wish there were more girls like you who think that same way.

[@srb99100]

missmya3972 on a different note, where was your profile photo header taken? Hawaii? Looks beautiful

[@TopGun8993]

Not only great playing, but outstanding attention to detail on how this song was orchestrated. You sir, are a diamond in the rough. You may never be discovered, but you have what it takes. The most popular musicians are not always the best musicians. You go beyond playing, you LISTEN to the music. ....OUTSTANDING JOB!

[@miguelbass]

Thank you for your very kind words! It makes me happy to know you enjoyed the videos. All the best.

[@miguelbass]

a new Rick !! Time to start Yes-jamming!! Thank you for watching!

[@coquetelmolotovpunk]

The way Chris makes it less busy to privilege Wakeman's keyboard solo is wonderfully respectfully. (5:50)

[@miguelbass]

indeed - the space between the notes!

[@miguelbass]

The groove of the song is so contagiously cool... maybe I caught it :) Glad you enjoyed it, my friend. Thanks

[@moodforaday-rl3ww]

chris squire was such a incredible bassist

[@miguelbass]

Thank you very much for watching!

[@miguelbass]

Again, Thank you very much for watching and for your enthusiasm about my work!

[@miguelbass]

I really wasn't aware this song was a hit for Yes in the first place. What HIT me was the bass playing, and in this sense, it turned me into Yes. I am sure I wasn't the only one. Thanks for watching!

[@miguelbass]

Hey, I saw Yes too last December! Hope you had a great time! Thanks for watching my clip.

[@maccafan10]

So sad today Miguel. Been thinking too about how you must also be feeling. RIP Chris Squire.

[@miguelbass]

+maccafan10 Thank you. Sorry for the late reply here. We still miss him and so we will....

[@BillCassidy0312]

You nailed it! As a fellow Rickenbacker player, my fondest memories are of playing Roundabout over and over until I drove everyone nuts. Well done.

[@SteelHorseRiders]

That was FREAKING EXCELLENT !!!!

[@miguelbass]

Hard to chose among so many Chris' basslines! But seriously I agree with you that this one has put a stamp in Music history (Rock at least). Thanks

[@reharan]

This is the best cover I have seen ever. You are a pro! Very informative and entertaining. Thanks much.

[@laney50w]

Holy shit! Excellent bass playing! I have to say that this is the best bass cover I have seen in years...honestly. Your attack on the bass is 100% dead on! Simply awesome!!!!!

[@miguelbass]

Grazie :) Let me know when you'll upload, you did a great job with GG!

[@Donn713]

I've played this video a few dozen times. Usually I get carried away listening but this time I paid attention from 8:02 on and saw how much thought you put into shooting this video. To be able to do those 3 tracks on bass and then look at the camera on cue for the final notes is really impressive. Bravo Miguel !!!

[@wardaust1231]

Really impressive ! I'm not a bass player, but I recognize your talent, thank you ! And this is a great song ! :D And RIP Chris Squire, one of the most greatest bass player, as for me of course...

[@miguelbass]

+Daust YTP thank you very much!

[@lsllll1]

The best bass cover for Roundabout I have seen on youtube. It's obvious you put a lot of effort into it. Sound quality is awesome and the informational bits are good as well. Thanks for an awesome video.

[@TheGuruofRock]

Amazing how you're able to mimic the bass in the song perfectly, one of the hardest songs to play on bass and it seems you mastered it, amazing skills.

[@miguelbass]

Thank you very much! Merry Xmas

[@christianhohbach4304]

North Source Music My thoughts!

[@miguelbass]

Thank you very much! I think the sound quality deserved better though, but that's how YT deals with audio right now. Actually as I write this, it became worse. Thanks again for being here!

[@miguelbass]

Thank you, Sean.

[@christianhohbach4304]

miguelbass Thank you! Very professional and accurate playing. Very inspiring stream. And you look very cool,too.

[@miguelbass]

Hi Robert. I got it from ebay. She's a 1978 beauty. I figured you would find it amusing - me on a 6-string :))) Somehow I manage to fit my fingers there, I am used to so much space :)) Thanks as always for being here and wish you all good inspiration for your next clips!

[@1171karl]

Great job, I never realised the additional bass lines were there. As for me, I was released just one day before Fragile!

[@miguelbass]

Thank you very much :)

[@miguelbass]

We're close on birth date then ;)

[@eemazmo9163]

Completely mesmerized. Just watching how the fingers make the sound happen. I love it.

[@miguelbass]

+EE Mazmo Thank you!

[@bumboklaatry5828]

to be continued

[@miguelbass]

for sure! Thanks for watching!

[@AttitudeCastle]

I LOVE Chris Squires bass tone! Very well done sir!

[@drohegda]

miguel when i was young my father died at age 48 and when i played this album by Yes he hated it and did'nt understand why i listen to this music . He was a beautiful human being its somtimes the way i feel about some music today. this video blowes me away. how you play the bass is a gift from God. not to interject God into your talent if you don't believe. i love music drohegda.

[@miguelbass]

Hi Marisa, it's pretty complex to start with. It gets easier after many years listening to it, the bassline starts to reside in my brain :))

[@Mrfourstring]

Great job man. You trurely due him honor. I've been a huge fan of YES since 1971. They changed my life as a musician and as a person. I've seen every tour since 72. The biggest impression the first time here in NYC was Squier. They were all great but he was exceptional. GOD Bless YES!

[@d-bobcrankshaft9188]

Thank you Miguel, for the brilliant performance! Keep those videos coming.

[@rodjackson9725]

Hi Miguel. You've blown me away. My buddy had a Rickenbacker in '76. I saw an interview of Chris Squire dated about 2009. I hope he's still ok. I want him to visit me in Melbourne Australia. I'll cook for him and there's a whole bunch of bars and venues where I live. The people here would love him to bits. And you too.

[@peterbiltroy]

We tried to play this song for our high school talent show (when this was still a new song) but we wound up aiming a little lower! Man, you got this sound down sooooo good!

[@Tharapita]

You're an incredibly talented musician. Just got an original rick myself, trying to master those Yes songs I've always loved. There is no bassist better than Squire :)

[@miguelbass]

I hope I didn't miss by many, but yes that was the purpose :)) Happy to know you liked it - thanks.

[@norasattempttoactivatepair5672]

No one could rock this song like Rick Fuller (d. 5/96) back in the day, (right-handed but playing with left hand) - hestill sends this one out to the universe quite ethereally and sweet; I miss him, specially the last part..

[@royblakk]

omg.... amazing....i am still blown away.... like Steve Harris said, Rick Squire is the best Bass Player EVER!!! my congratulations: you did a really great job!!!!!

[@jammie4u]

My life was also changed by Mr. Squire. My first Ric was a 4001 bought in '74. (year I graduated HS) You playing is dead on and thanks for the additional bass lines. I always knew there was something much more going on. I don't know if you are aware of a band named "Starcastle", but if not, go to you tube and enter "lady of the Lake", by them. I met Gary (bassist) in the late 80's. Incredible bassist and a dedicated Ric player.!

[@timothyjamesmoore70]

You really do shine while playing this song. Now that's the power of music right there. Shine on brother!

[@axaviere]

man. blown away. i will watch this when i want to hear this song. im sure this is one of every bassists favs. kick ass man

[@musiclover59]

Miguel, you look like you're having fun on this classic tune. Roundabout turned me on to Yes at the time it came out. The bass was unlike anything I had ever heard before. Clearly, one of the reasons why Yes music is among the most sophisticated in pop music.

[@miguelbass]

My idea was to make a big mix of Fragile basslines in that spot but then to transpose them all to E... didn't work for me, so I stuck with some of The Fish's and decided to make a bit of fun in the end :) Thanks for your comments, I appreciate it.

[@miguelbass]

Hi Jason. Thank you for dropping by!

[@miguelbass]

But seriously too - I hope you do post it because I think what counts is that you love what you're doing and share it with us - None of us is Chris but our statements of appreciation for his music should be spoken out! Pass the message!

[@Beamshipcaptain]

YES has been my favorite band since 1974.

[@markkens9]

Your face really shows in this clip what an absolute blast it must be to play this! Chris had a quantum leap in Roundabout in scales, tone, the odd little one and two note hooks and transitions, all the things that would characterize his sound from then on. Miguel, as always a great lesson and example of how it's done!

[@miguelbass]

I was sure I wasn't alone :) Thanks for coming by!

[@miguelbass]

You are very kind!! Yes, you guessed - that was a wink to that classic Ram videoclip. It really wasn't planned, it came to me as I was doing it :) Thank you very much for your words.

[@chayanava]

THAT WAS SIMPLY OUTSTANDING !!! In my humble opinion you captured the late Chris Squire's spirit in your rendition of "Roundabout". I'm a novice bass player and play by ear and am trying to improve as time permits. I just love bass !!! Again brother that was OUTSTANDING !!! Look forward to more of your videos !!! Be blessed !!!

[@miguelbass]

+Espy De Leon Hello Espy, thank you for your message. Wish you the best with your bass playing. Hearing is very important, that's a good way to start. I did the same , playing by ear. We all struggle with time to dedicate to music, believe me!

[@1511047]

Bravo. Chris Squire es único.

[@Yesshows01]

@miguelbass I don´t miss nothing in this piece of art. Roundabout has everything a song should have. Harmonies, rythm, great performance, great vocals, great instrument solos. Fragile is a great rock album, from the individual solos(principally Mood for a day and The fish) to the great epics (South side, long distance, and Heart of the sunrise). For me is with Close to the edge, the pinnacle in Yes career and one of the most talented lineups in rock history.

[@proonah]

I have combed over a few of these cover videos and Miguel I have to admit yours is the best. Hands down, there are some other great covers, but I have to say to me yours is the best I have witnessed. Nice job man, great stuff.

[@miguelbass]

@musiclover59 Agree... Chris made the bass sound and shine like nothing else. This album was really what they call a milestone, although in previous albums the bass sound has always been in the front, this one was a step further in terms of arrangement and composition.

[@coquetelmolotovpunk]

This is dope, it's my funeral soundtrack. Play it to a child in 2023 and it will shake the house. thanks for this one miguelbass.

[@Jalreal]

Your tone is almost identical to Squire's, it's simply insane. Bravo!!

[@RoC1909]

Holy crap! You are SMOKIN' on this song! Keep up the great playing!

[@minibizey11]

This is like the 3rd time ive watched this in the last week, i love this cover and this song. Great job!

[@miguelbass]

Hey, thanks for watching!

[@Firebird35380]

You already know you're an amazing bass player, but i love this song so much, and your cover is so superior to any other attempt i've heard yet, that i figured its worth adding ONE more compliment to your clip.

[@wordslikebugger]

You are honestly one of the best things that I have seen on KZbin. Such clarity in your playing. I haven't played bass in some time (I own a Ric 4003) but you have inspired me to get some playing in. Good job!:-D

[@publicanimal]

I always thought there must have been a bass overdub on Roundabout, nice to have that confirmed.

[@Lionheart638]

That was a fantastic bass cover. The bass is one of the reasons why I really love this song. It's catchy.

[@BB2009LZ]

Brilliant!!! My favorite bass line(s) of all time. Back then I wanted a Ric so bad but due to parental control and input from a friend of my Dad's, I ended up with a P-Bass.

[@miguelbass]

That's very nice of you - Thank you very much for watching and commenting! Merry Xmas

[@miguelbass]

Thank you very much. I do remember, but after years of listening, fortunately some of the passages are easier to extract. Glad you enjoy it!

[@Ivan8pie]

Man I love sound of Rickenbacker guitars and basses! I especially love your cover. It sounds exactly like the instruments being played in the song! Right on! Btw, Great cover! :)

[@miguelbass]

Thanks, and so great to hear you speak out your love for Chris' playing.

[@poopy1239]

This video was made with 4 rickenbackers. amazing!

[@miguelbass]

That has to be a unique experience at that stage of their carreer! Thank you very much for your words about my work.

[@miguelbass]

Hello drohegda, Thank you so much for sharing those deep thoughts here. You touched some important subjects. I was lucky enough to be brought up listening to the same music as my parents, especially The Beatles, so when I settled on Yes, many years later, they liked it. I can't define you exactly how is my belief, but if God is Love and we both love music then I guess we understand each other quite well. Thank you!

[@miguelbass]

No doubt, on of Wakey's most shining moments!

[@wozadamada]

Miguel, I have been watching your uploads for quite a few years now. I never tire of them. Every now and again I come back and watch again and each time I am as stunned as I was the first time. You truly are awesome. Chris has always been one of my favourite bass players. His lines are something nobody else could have put together. You don't just replicate him, you are in his head. Phenomenal Miguel. Thank you, thank you, thank you

[@miguelbass]

wozadamada You're very kind, thank you very much for coming and visiting my videos :)

[@miguelbass]

There's always something good in using one more technique, it's nice to know that you enjoyed that. Thanks!

[@miguelbass]

Thank you very much for the re-visit :)

[@Merlintycoon]

Thank you very much for this important contribution to more appreciate this piece of musical art. It´s remarkable your dedication and generous initiative. I will keep a copy of this video to share with my friends and gransons in order that know how real music was made in the 70´s. Thanks again.

[@airikbrown]

i've watched this video at least 100x in the last 6mos. dude...you're insane!

[@miguelbass]

I was wondering who would be the first to mention the "Ram" wink. Spot on, Alex :)) A sweet moment I borrowed from Steve Howe.

[@Sanson101]

Ok...one of the best openning songs of any rock act ever...probably not the most complex bassline , but the way it moves like a snake supporting the whole orchestra( Yes , Yes is an orchestra) is unbeatable....kuddos!!

[@RareBird476]

Great stuff! It was worth waiting 46 years to hear you play it. And from the ease you pulled it off I guess You've probably been practicing since you were three? The one thing you clearly can't mimic Chris Squire for (as great a player as he is) ... You fortunately have a great sense of humour! Superb my friend superb!

[@miguelbass]

Hello. Thank you for your comments! This song was probably one of my "love at first listen" basslines :) Not since three years old but for many years now! All the best!

[@xraeddie]

well...I've been playing a bit longer than that guy.But I can honestly say that you are a great bassist.We can always learn from and be inspired by others.I am lucky enough to have just done both and I can't thank you enough! Yes is the soundtrack of my life basically!

[@miguelbass]

Glad you enjoyed it, Wes. I tried to add a little extra-work for the video result, so I learned this PiP trick on-the-fly really! It was a really cool thing to do. Oh yes, and "The Fish" wink ;) Thanks!

[@miguelbass]

Wow, what a bassline! Thanks for showing me!

[@whiskeyvengeance]

Good sir, As an aspiring bass player and loyal disciple of Squire's bass playing from 69-80, I must say BRAVO to your exemplary work here. Are you in a Yes cover band? If not, you should be!

[@kurohyou07]

Out of all covers I've seen on any bass line, I'd suggest that this was the most technically sound, and complete versions. Using your 'inset' to accompany yourself to show all the guitar elements places you high on the talent scale! I'm guessing that the 'scouts' of great bands will find you... and we'll be buying your CD's!

[@StealthHR]

Awesomely performed Yes classic. From one bassist to another - thank you! :)

[@CarlJWood]

This is amazing, got the tone spot on, and quality cover! I need to listen to more Yes.

[@miguelbass]

Thank you very much, Phil. Welcome back!

[@miguelbass]

Hello, I do try with all my Heart. Thank you for your words, and I will be posting more of my music meanwhile. Thanks!

[@motorpsych0]

Miguel, I really appreciate your attention to detail on this! This is a timeless classic, and you more than did justice. I will listen more closely the next time I hear it, that's certain! When did you get the 360? Great to see you playing a six-string. I wasn't sure if you did that. Of course, the video editing was awesome, as well as the outro "four-play". That's a lot of work, man! Good to see the CS again! All you need is keys to blow us all of us "fish" out of the water! 100*****'s!!!!

[@johncheesebacon]

HOLY SHIT man. I mean, seriously I could have mistaken it with the original one! Awesome job.

[@anubis1335]

Jeez, your tone is so awesome! Great playing man!

[@miguelbass]

Hi! Those from Chris' old site were played by me. I am posting all of them soon with the transcriptions. Two are online already. Thank you anyway! :))

[@miguelbass]

Thank you very much - you are really kind. I have a totally different job, however. Here in Portugal it would be difficult to be payed to play the music that I like. Thanks for being here and for your words of motivation!

[@miguelbass]

My pleasure.. glad you liked it! Thanks.

[@pirenzo]

Wow this is just incredible. I started playing bass about a year ago. I hope one day I can play my favourite Yes songs as well as you can!

[@TheMagicalBus]

Love ya Miguel ! Immaculate ! Beautiful.

[@miguelbass]

+Neillz 71 thanks again!

[@roodbrood]

Yes Geddy Lee does play on Rickenbacker, Fender and Steinbergers bass. Seen Rush in concert three time.