Siberian Khatru - Band Geek Cover

A couple notes about this video...
1. My studio is very small, meaning we're pretty much on top of each other while recording. I have a close family member with a compromised immune system, so for their protection, we decided to wear masks while tracking this. This is by no means a political statement or an invitation to debate the effectiveness of mask-wearing. It was a personal choice and I'm not telling anyone what they should do.
2. Yes... we know we changed the arrangement. The ultimate goal of this session was to create a backing track for my live stream shows, so we tailored the arrangement for that specific use. We also recorded the majority of this on a live stream and cutting out certain parts made that run smoother.
Now that we got that out of the way, enjoy the video!
This is our cover of Siberian Khatru by Yes from the Close To The Edge Album
Ann Marie Nacchio - Vocals
Richie Castellano - Vocals, Guitar, Bass
Andy Ascolese - Keyboards, Drums, Percussion
Andy Graziano - Special Guest Guitar Solo
Additional Keys by Richie - Special thanks to Thomas Barra and BARxMusic for pointing out that Andy and I were missing a couple of synth parts! I played them in post, off camera. You can check him out here - / nbpianoman
Geek Speak:
Drums are recorded using the Roland TD-11 eDrum set. Drum sounds come from FXPansion BFD 3.
Bass is a 1974 Rickenbacker 4001. We recorded the stereo Rick-O-Sound outputs into the DI ins on the Universal Audio 4710-D. The bass is being processed through the Line 6 Helix Native and various Waves Plugins.
The Guitar is Gibson 336 that I borrowed from my dad. All the the guitar tones come from the Line 6 Helix.
The sitar sound comes from the Line 6 Variax.
The slide guitar is a Fender road worn tele with DiMarzio pickups.
The acoustic guitar is a Martin D-15 M.
The acoustic instruments and vocals are recorded with an Audio Technica AT-4047MP into an API 512c preamp into a DBX 560A compressor.
We use a Roland FA-06 keyboard along with a lot of sounds from IK Multimedia Sonik Synth 2.
Ann Marie's vocal is recorded with an Audio Technica 4047 into an SSL 2 plus.
We all use Audio Technica Headphones.
All of the vocals are doubled off camera to save some screen real estate.
The cape was made by my Nana when I was in high school : )
If you want to see the live stream "making of" sessions, here are the links:
• Two Idiots Attempt To ...
• Baritone Futilely Trie...
• Recording our Siberian...
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Subscribe to Andy Ascolese - / atwosos
Subscribe to Andy Graziano - / afterstyle
Check out some of our other Prog Covers:
• The Band Geek Prog Roc...
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[@srubel59]

At 18 years old a friend dragged me to see Yes (in the round) in 1978 and they opened with this song. At the time I was a Jimmy Page sycophant and didn't even know what prog rock was. When they opened with Siberian Khatru I had that John Belushi, church scene in the Blues Brothers, "sees the light" moment. Next thing you know I'm into all things British Prog Rock. To this day I still listen to Gentle Giant, old Genesis, old Yes, Brand X, Bill Brufford, ELP, etc. It all started with this song and you guys did an absolute outstanding job on this!

[@danburnes722]

Good taste 👅! I wish I could find more contemporary music... kind of stuck on Steven Wilson and Zero 7 at least, but keep going back in time more than I would like.

[@simonshutter3449]

@@danburnes722 try Riverside if you haven't already kzbin.info/www/bejne/d3LQXoltl5tmZsk

[@kenhoward3512]

Brand X - Phil Collins was everywhere, back then.

[@robertbastian9001]

I was already a fan and also saw an in the round concert in 78 or 79. What a great experience! Glad you shared 🎸

[@davidranney8723]

My brother had a similar experience at an ELP concert. He came home obsessed with the guitar. He went on to make a living playing music. His first and greatest love was prog.

[@luckiweeman]

As a fan of Yes for over 40 years.. all i can say is.. EPIC!! well done.

[@jds6585]

Yes fan 40+ years here. Love love love Ann Marie’s vocals! No one else in the universe (besides Jon Anderson) should be permitted to sing Yes lead vocals!

[@AJL200]

Agree

[@stevenhall7999]

Most of the time l tear up as she closes Close to the Edge.

[@davidsmall8911]

Ann Marie’s voice is pretty much incomparable, isn’t it? I mean I’m a GIANT Yes fan. But Ann Marie’s voice? She’s the best! Melt. I totally melt.

[@MichaelCampbell01]

She sings like an Angel. I'm a huge Yes fan and to be honest, I prefer some of The Band Geek's performances. They're so faithful, and only vary in the most awesome ways.

[@TheBent139]

See the YES tribute band AWAKEN, their lead singer sounds very much like a young JA. Certainly does not look like him though.Very good band too.

[@Riley63]

Alright. I haven't seen the comment yet, so I'll say it. Boris Johnson is absolutely killing it on the drums and keyboard.

[@Hobodeluxe007]

Boris Johnson? He kind favors "Rocky" from "Rocky Horror Picture Show" Oh that gives me a great idea for a Band Geek project. Cover the RHPS soundtrack album :)

[@anacchio]

Omg I am so in. I do a mean Columbia and magenta

[@dianafearn7567]

Brilliant observation! 😂

[@Hobodeluxe007]

@@anacchio Don't Dream It, BE IT!

[@anacchio]

@@Hobodeluxe007 I just ordered a shirt that says that haha

[@frankbuccino5475]

Unreal....the vocals, arrangement, and instrumentation. Gives me goosebumps. Take it from a 67 year old keyboard player. What you've accomplished here is amazing. The sound quality is extraordinary well done!

[@glencarson2635]

Three stand outs... one, the overall musicianship, two Ann Marie's spectacular vocals and three, Andy's Wakeman cape. 10 out of 10...

[@HansManders57]

Went to Yes concerts in 1974, in '84 and again in '91, have never stopped following the Yesboys or listening to their music. But this is the best line-up ever! Finally a woman singing

[@franktreppiedi2208]

Makes you appreciate Squire's role. Playing bass and singing all that. He basically harmonized almost everything JA sang.

[@psandvik]

I can't think of a more enjoyable Bass player to listen to. Maybe Jonesy in tie.

[@johnwhittaker346]

Oh my gosh he even did the harpsichord solo!!! And the vocals are outstanding!! LIKE LIKE LIKE

[@waynedenton4209]

Your singing is great Richie. Anna Marie is next level.

[@lexistacy9980]

Are you still in blue oyster cult

[@steelers6mk]

Anna Marie is beyond next level. There isn't a word for how incredibly talented she is.

[@gmellett902]

Magnificent. Next up should be “And You And I”.. we can then enjoy a complete Band Geek Interpretation of the entire Close to The Edge album!

[@JeffersonLeeEng]

Ooo...do a massive Tales cover thing next. :-)

[@J3unG]

I second that. That would be awesome.

[@qquark99]

@@JeffersonLeeEng yes, yes!!!

[@ChrisCook813]

I second the vote for And You And I

[@jameskrell4392]

I second that

[@rogermikardo]

Curse the ad! A peerless cover of a favourite classic. I'm not sure why, but your Yes covers make me feel excited and totally engaged like they did at the time they were released. They sound fresh. Thank you so much, Band Geeks.

[@peterlawson777]

The ad is bloody criminal!

[@furtwangler5283]

Get Adblock.

[@stevemd6488]

Mind blowing. Love the arrangement, most of Yes would probably agree. The guitar tones in particular are great, not too much distortion/compression which is what you hear with a lot of Yes cover bands, they have an 80s distortion going on when back in the 70s Steve Howe was playing really pretty clean. And Ann Marie has the voice of an angel. I grew up with Yes, other prog, just love hearing the music being kept alive.

[@sonovoxx]

What a supreme effort by you all - the guitar solo was a treat and fits beautifully, and it was a real treat to see Ann Marie squeezing in on lead vox pretty much at the last minute! I watched every hour of how this gargantuan project came together, and there's no doubt it was Ritchie's patience, endless talent, raw stamina and determination made this happen. As an old dyed-in-the-wool Yes fan I'm just blown away.

[@davidmooney5158]

Hear hear.

[@ronaldomadrebien7045]

Yip, no substitute for quality 👍🏻

[@marceror]

I said it a couple of times during the recording, but will again. The bass is epic in this recording... the tone and the playing! I'm sure Squire would approve.

[@kenhoward3512]

The same with Steve Howe's parts: I almost can't believe the accuracy.

[@isomeme]

@@kenhoward3512 , I know, right?? Both lead guitar and bass are eerily spot-on, but with enough little variations to make it clear that it's not simply a copy. I'm floored every time the Band Geeks pull this off with a Yes song.

[@rickpa79]

That's better than most tribute bands I've heard!

[@rcpsammy7186]

Including the one Steve Howe fronts these days.

[@donjordan9444]

@@rcpsammy7186 Ouch! True, unfortunately. :(

[@bukeksiansu2112]

I don't think so, check out this another great cover: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYqzmmSNn9OigK8

[@mikeplantagenet2983]

Sometimes they are even better than Yes!

[@barrypatrick5512]

The complete Yes track, outstanding cover...Ann Marie the current Yes should call you immediately!

[@rcpsammy7186]

Nope. They couldn't keep up with her.

[@anacchio]

You guys are too kind

[@madmaxtrox]

@@anacchio No its not just kindness, its the truth! You are better than so many I have heard. I know its not a competition, but your talent is so special. Praying you get or want to sing more. Every time you do, we are blessed. (your husband's ok too :-))

[@JerryT21]

@@anacchio you are next Level musician🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@JerryT21]

@@anacchio and a GREAT vocalist 🙏

[@johndempsey8643]

Chris is smiling down at all of you! Awesome job!

[@timrussellguitar1516]

Anne Marie has the voice of an angel.

[@billjones8503]

Sure does. Best Jon voice have heard yet!

[@marksnow7569]

@@billjones8503 It's not a Jon voice, it's a distinctively Ann Marie voice. But it works, like the whole band works, because they truly love what they're trying to do.

[@billjones8503]

@@marksnow7569 I wrote a little hastily. I really meant she does the vocals so well that Jon's voice is given full justice for the song. If that is a little clearer?

[@therealpbristow]

...and he wants it *back*! =;o)

[@jamesmartin6709]

Holy shit! Richie is Steve Howe and Chris Squire rolled into one while Andy is Bill Bruford and Rick Wakeman (love the cape). Incredible! Anne Marie great as always.

[@RickWaughGuitarist]

One of my fav bass lines ever. No one played like Squire. And, you have to love the harpsichord solo, especially with that bass line beneath it. Brilliant.

[@Mikeeltoro]

IDK if this guy is a better drummer or key player. Dude is always killing it

[@bartwuest1494]

Great cover!!! Love the Wakeman-esque cape too😃

[@user-uc6rp9hb7g]

You guys are geneous and extraordinary. Thanks for making my Friday evening a happy and exciting at 66 years. And thanks to our Master band Yes who created this song,

[@squareleg5757]

Well, your Close To The Edge is already the best thing on the internet. Guess I’ve now found the second best thing on the internet. You guys are just amazing. Bravo! 👏👏👏

[@Sonoma_Coast]

My favorite Bassist Chris Squire.

[@doclawyer]

The greatest.

[@SwingboyPA]

Wow, I saw YES about 23(?) times in the late 70's and you guys really have the feeling. YES' music goes beyond just being "good" (great); it's also *interesting* and listening carefully to each band member always unveils new rhythms and highlights. You did that here. And Ann Marie's voice fits in so well with this song. It's really a pleasure to finally hear a female singer who holds her own and yet doesn't loose the essence of "Anderson-ness" of the part. Thank you so much!!!

[@waynerandall9073]

Yes! Can't wait for the "Gates" :-)

[@sonovoxx]

Hope you've listened to the Wilson Relayer remix? Gonna be hard to top that!

[@davelanciani-dimaensionx]

Oooooooooh ... Yes! (See what I did there?)

[@danguee1]

Wow - that would be amazing! Yes, guys, DO IT!

[@greghortonsr.5428]

i posted this in the YES (the band) fan club. they went ape shit over it. still getting posts since the day you posted it !

[@billbigler1366]

Excellent rendition of a timeless prog rock classic. Cheers!

[@richardgonzales4821]

Great YES cover🤟🤘🤙👍✌️✌️✌️✌️✌️🎸🎹🎤🎼🎵🎶

[@aestroai8012]

I wonder if Jon or any of the others see this? You guys sound great!

and then... he saw them!

[@alleypanther671]

Stellar job everybody! .. Love that Rick sound, Chris's sound is what I strove for in the early 70's. Mine's a 73' #4001 stereo jet glow black. Great vocals! You're a Diamond Ann Marie!

[@lextual]

You all had me from the opening guitar riff. The tone was perfection...

[@daverobertson5614]

At 16 in 1973 I was flying to Calgary from Montreal ( 5 hour flight) & I was listening to the onboard music with a pair of earbuds. The channel was "Music of today" This song came on in the rotation and I had that, as Scott called it A "see the light " moment. Must have listened to it maybe 6 or 7 times. When I got to Calgary the first thing I did was stop at a record store & buy Close to the Edge. Still one of my favorites

[@intimomusic4157]

Listen to that boat load of passion! I am transported back in 1972... TY RICHIE & EVERYONE!

[@mt-jn2vf]

1... It is preposterous to think that you have to even consider addressing or defending the masks. It’s pretty clear; You absolutely did the smart, common-sense, and right thing. 2... I have been pestering you for years for this cover. The care and respect shown when taking on this monumental challenge is a landmark for Band Geek. It’s a wonderful gift for all of your followers. Thank you for your time and talent. This was a great achievement.

[@epicmonkey3347]

God's honest truth right there

[@framundajohnson2186]

brainwashed, conditioned fools wear masks. period. you'll realize that years from now. shitty synth tone

[@brianshaddock5483]

Do you even prog? There are going to be weird synth tones, and there are probably going to be masks even when there isn't an active pandemic.

[@epicmonkey3347]

@@framundajohnson2186 How do you reckon that?

[@PianoDentist]

Yeah, I was thinking that too. It's just a mask. A physical barrier that helps bring down risk of transmission. Why would it ever be political?. The mind boggles.

[@DornAndGrant]

This is amazing Richie- young me could never work these riffs out and I have t tried for 40 years. Today started as a bad bored and down lockdown moment and this genuinely cheered me up. Anne Marie and yourself have done a great job on the vocals. When I grow up I want to be a band geek!

[@noozzoo5152]

It's easy.

[@skyblueo]

This is the best vocal performance that you all have done to a Yes song. Really impressive without copying Jon Anderson. It works.

[@RaymondBCrisp]

The syncopated jam at the end of this song is among the best prog rock has to offer. Amazing rendition of this timeless classic folks. Hats off to the Geeks! Masterpiece!!!

[@hackerf15e]

The Wakeman cape was the cherry on top. Well done.

[@kiawra9]

Could listen to Ann Marie's voice 24/7. What a talent.

[@noozzoo5152]

Meh

[@philiptidd6062]

I went to see (original) YES at (original) the London Hammersmith Apollo in 1970-something as a spotty faced teenager and it was just life-changing. What @BandGeek is doing now, 50+ years later, is just utterly brilliant!! Anne-Marie and Richie - your vocals and vocal harmonies are just plain beautiful. And @RichieCastellano - your Chris Squire Rickenbacker bass recreations are so authentic and accurate. I hope @JonAnderson and @GeddyLee are watching. THANK YOU @BANDGEEK and love from Germany

[@hurricanejohnson]

I enjoy tracking covers in my own home studio....and have done some nice stuff. What Ritchie and his team are doing is WAY OVER THE TOP! Very impressive. I'm also a Chris Squire fan and Ritchie's attention to detail is spot on. No need to apologize for masks...that's not the point of this recording. Also, the capes are a nice touch! Bravo!

[@RT10Viperman]

My day is complete..! An awesome Richie Birthday party jam and now Goddess Ann Marie in a red cape no less...!!! Rejoice and be still my heart....!

[@michael_caz_nyc]

Anyone to even attempt to play "Yes" is ok in my book. Steve Howe is a magician on guitar and extremely difficult to pull-off. Phenomenal job guys. very impressive. Enjoyed it. oNe LovE from NYC

[@johngudonis2015]

I’m 54 and you guys have inspired me to take piano lessons.

[@TerryMCarroll]

Okay, so right now it lists "69,987 views," but I've been dipping back into this video over and over for several days now. So maybe discount it by ten or twenty. Ha! I'm generally not a fan of covers of music I love, because usually the outcome is only a "reference" to the original. What Band Geeks does with Yes ("Siberian Khatru," "Close to the Edge," "Heart of the Sunrise," etc.) is to match it so well, with such intimacy, and such superb vocals, that I honestly feel these are improvements over the originals -- which I had no idea weren't absolutely perfect! Aside from all the great musicianship and production, truly, it is the vocals that lifts these covers to "better than perfect." The voice is such a unique instrument that that is usually the part of any cover that "gives it away." Ann Marie as Jon Anderson is brilliant, and Richie nails the backing vocals and harmonies. Further: special recognition is owed to Andy Ascolese, who holds mastery over both keyboards and drums; his skill and performance on two very different instruments is astounding. And as many have also noted, this is the music of my high school days in the 1970s, so every single nook, cranny, and nuance of this song (and all the pre-1973 Yes) is deep in my soul, and you guys transcend it to the point of bringing this 61-year-old to tears. (Youngsters, you'll learn: crying comes surprisingly easily at your late fifties.) Thank you so much for all your talent, dedication, and your ... transcendental exquisiteness!

[@Rondawg60]

Absolutely amazing...You and Anne Marie harmonize perfectly... We need more Yes done!

[@derekfinch9586]

I came to KZbin to look up a microwave repair vid and thought I'd just put on some prog while browsing. What! The Band Geeks have done another Yes cover? The microwave can wait! I literally laughed out loud when I saw 'Rick' wearing that green cape! Superb, as always, and despite the slightly different arrangement. I was 66 yesterday, so a great birthday present. Thanks all.

[@Acoustict]

That was incredible!! Those electric guitar sounds are nailed perfect! Thank you!! And the whole thing is so on. And those vocal melodies ok the chorus are so beautiful. And Boris: wow! BTW: The parts you omitted… the only bummer is that I was curious to see how much more perfect you could make them (lol!). Thank you VERY much for performing so beautifully! Much love sent to all of you! ❤️🎶

[@gmlasorsa]

Love how your drummer always highlights the Bill Bruford interpretation when there is a Bruford and a White version

[@toddlandry5736]

I was also thinking that the drummer totally captures bruford style and florishes. He is fantastic.

[@noozzoo5152]

Electric drums are a sin

[@danieldominguez8427]

Demasiado buenísimos, cuando todo pase quiero verlos en Argentina!!!!!

[@johnwhittaker346]

I have put hundreds of hours into this song - literally - and I get it. Back again this Friday morning, and I get emotional every time I watch you guys.

[@jdrosborough]

Balls bigger than churchbells, and sound exceptional. Keep going! The Going For the One album.......................perhaps an unheralded beauty.........

[@johnlangford9288]

The capes are a good touch

[@Issicra]

The vocal harmonies on this are glorious. The whole track just crackles. Y'all did such a nice job on this. Thank you :)

[@Taarna1969]

We REALLY need a superlative form of "epical." I watched all the recording sessions and am STILL blown away by the final version. Ten million likes!!

[@TheGman720]

love the cameo guitar solo appearance by Rick Capeman.

[@karmacharmskittens]

Sing, Anne Marie Beauty begins at the foot of you I can believe how great this is...band geek caped wonders

[@thebouncinghearts]

It's so good it makes me laugh with joy hysterically and uncontrollably....excellent stuff!!!

[@jeffflood6733]

Wow, Chris would be so happy to hear that bass line. Well done. :)

[@sparks2749]

The amount of movement on the bass was spot on,... the guitars,... spectacular! Keyboards, drums and vocals tight and clear! Capes! Check! The Harmonies to die for! When you listen as a whole you realize just how important Chris Squires bass sound is to YES,... (I miss him),... it adds a solid foundation, yet weaves throughout the composition like a force shield keeping it moving forward tripping along the with the drums! GAWDDAMN that was good,... the scat vocals at the end gave me chills,... keeping on the beat ain't easy! You and I would be a great follow up! And if you're feeling extra ambitious,... the whole Tales from Topographic Oceans,... BEST ALBUM OF ALL TME! Nobody makes music like that anymore. I have tried,... I'm 3 songs into it!

[@Chris.Wiley.]

This is AWESOME!!!!!!!!! I love it when you guys do a Yes song. Masterfully done - bravo!!!!

[@bradleysmith4409]

You folks are wonderful! Thanks SO MUCH FOR THIS! I love this song, and the album SO FLIPPIN MUCH!! Still blows me away that so much of your sound is "modeled", digital stuff.... WELL DONE! Your singing is S0 IN TUNE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ann Marie, you need to call someone "Cupcake'" in every video.... :) ps "The Alchemist" VIDEO is AWESOME!

[@djinnisequoia]

I guess I'm a little late to the party; but my god, you have blown my mind. I'm not sure I would have believed anyone could cover this song as well as you have. Every note and nuance is here, and the whole thing is infused with life. This really is a splendid performance.

[@barryhaynes103]

Exceptional !!! ... a perfect example of Steve Howe and Chris Squire chasing each other around the fretboard ... timeless 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@kjypeace]

Wow that was fantastic! One of my favorite Yes tunes and you all crushed it. You are becoming a wizard with the tones you are getting out of the Helix.

[@donlockler7711]

An amazing cover of an amazing song. Band Geeks are capable of playing anything. It is great to see and hear Ann Marie again shes stellar. The only person who can do this vocal any better might be jon andersen but hed better be having a good day. Thanks for yet snother great Yes cover.

[@kenhoward3512]

If I hadn't just watched and listened to this, I wouldn't have believed it. I became very familiar with the "Close to the Edge" album listening on headphones dozens of times in '73 (and for the next almost-50 years). Thanks for the care in getting virtually everything, including the authentic instrument sounds and harmonies, right. Everyone here is just outstanding.

[@AmadeusRFL]

Please do "And You And I"... Then you'd have the whole album. My fav album ever...

[@wreck-itralph3802]

Outstanding! Had a tear in my eye. Great cover of a Great song by one of my favorite bands. Again - Outstanding!

[@tomarnold2355]

Ann Marie's voice is outstanding! So beautiful! The rest of the band was awesome!

[@scifiwriter98]

I've been listening to this song since CTTE first came out and I just learned a few weeks ago that the repeated keyboard riff at the beginning was played on a mellotron. I can really tell here. The Band of Geeks are incredibly talented musicians. Love all their covers and the fact that they can all play multiple instruments.

[@zummo61]

Your Rick playing is the highlight of all these videos. Such a fantastic sound. Your best playing imo.

[@natalebabbo-gunplaanddioramas]

WOW! Amazing cover, in many parts better than the original (I’ve the album...). I really enjoyed the “making of” videos too and the final result is spectacular. I fully endorse the “nuclear option” on vocals. Ann Marie voice is phenomenal! Andy Graziano’s solo is a gem and Andy’s drumming and keyboards are smooth as silk and better than the original, IMHO... and of course your guitar and bass playing, Richie, is honey for my ears....

[@yeswab57]

Wouldn’t honey in your ears make it difficult to... Sorry; had to take the shot.

[@natalebabbo-gunplaanddioramas]

@@yeswab57, indeed! 😂

[@howiebradley9486]

Check out their close to the edge..unbeluvable

[@marksingo2177]

There are no words...you guys are just f#@$**ing amazing!! If I closed my eyes, I thought it was 77/78 all over again and I was in the Civic Arena, listening to yes live...Thank you so very much, made my day..

[@eperrone]

You are all so great. This is a song I have been listening to for 40 years off and on all the way back to my early teenage years where I was one of the few who enjoyed Yes amongst my friends. Being a guitar player myself (a bad one with a tin ear!) I have always wondered how Steve Howe did these parts. It is such a pleasure to enjoy all the hard work you put into making this and I especially love to see how the song is played across all the instruments. It really makes me enjoy the original that much more (especially the Yessongs one). Bravo. Bravo. Bravo.

[@lertrush]

Sem dúvida a melhor banda cover dos covers na atualidade 🙌 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏Laerte Brasil!!!

[@erikdrost]

Absolutely fantastic! Go Stanley Snail! And happy birthday Richie!

[@larryhajdasz220]

I thought of Stanley Snail too, they got that sound.

[@AndyGrazianoNYC]

i definitely thought that too!

[@BrianBarton]

I was literally singing this song to myself today trying to remember the last time I heard it, then I see this post. It sounds great, all. Keep up the great work!

[@BrianCartier]

I don't usually like covers of my favorite groups - Rush, Yes, Zeppelin -- but this is incredible. The talent and mixing craftsmanship is impressive.

[@marceror]

Just watched this again. The current observation is that Richie appears to be putting forth every ounce of his focus and concentration on his vocal parts, and you know, they sound great. Anne Marie on the other hand, looks relaxed and even seems to be having fun with it, and blows it out of the water. As I say this, if I were singing it, I'd look a lot more like Richie, so I certainly don't mean to pass any judgement. It's just, there are singers, and than there are SINGAH's!

[@noozzoo5152]

The masks were retarded

[@jameskrell4392]

This made me smile and cry in equal measure, crisp clear, amazing rendition.

[@noozzoo5152]

The masks are idiotic

[@noozzoo5152]

Also, it's multitracked and.heavily edited. It's not.a real time live performace.

[@frogpedalspreampsguitars8215]

Wow you guys can keep up with some of the best rock musicians that ever lived...amazing job!

[@DerekHunt]

Phenomenal cover. Superb playing, timing, execution it's flawless. No one has mentioned the production - that's the real standout here. It's intensely difficult to get a mix like this to sit so well with the voice and the instruments. This is every bit as good, dare I say, better than the original. Also capes. I'm thinking capes should be a thing, maybe not for superhero activities, but certainly for shows.

[@TheFrozenDesert]

This band is so cape-able.

[@AndyGrazianoNYC]

you win!

[@philipclayberg4928]

And crusading for the best in Progressive Rock.

[@mikedavis8251]

Ines*cape*ably true!

[@donjordan9444]

The Rick Wakeman cape made the video! lol! Great performance too!

[@paulyabe]

I see what ya did there

[@johncoppinger3208]

Hoorah a new band geek masterpiece 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@Chippy3]

This was like you learned the studio version to perfection; and then played in Yessongs live power style. Amazing

[@miked.1950]

Good job Band Geeks. I'm especially impressed with Andy Ascolese, as I was a drummer/keyboardist for a quarter century. You're all excellent musicians, but Andy really stands out for me.

[@raino61]

Another awesome cover of a very difficult song, and you guys absolutely nailed it! You guys inspire me :-)

[@mageprometheus]

I started going to Yes concerts in the 70s - loved this Arriving UFO would be good to cover!

[@freddystone7584]

That’s what I thought. Don’t Kill the whale and Release Release too

[@arthurtatnell3851]

A Yes fan since The Yes Album...so, yeah, since wayback...and your version is terrific!..covers need not be identical replicas...Fantastic..but what have I grown to expect!

[@mrwayneright]

YES FAN since 1971 (Fragile). I often thought when the original band ceases, no one else will play these songs since they were so unique and they wouldn't be able if they tried. Yeah, Richie SHOULD be nervous in my opinion. Thankfully, BAND GEEK pulled it off. I have NEVER heard anyone else play a YES song NEVER, but not that I was looking. I ran across your video just after spinning up Siberian Khatru, Live at Montreaux 2003. I always play S.K. when I make major changes to any of my stereos since THAT was normally their opener song in concert and the first track on YESSONGS. I had just refoamed the base cones on a pair of classic Boston Acoustic speakers and broke them in with YES, and BAND GEEK. Well done. The speakers sounded just fine, BTW.

[@ralphus555]

AWESOME... As always!

[@mattb4rd]

OUTSTANDING!

[@scottsherman8718]

Omg you nailed it. I'm always someone who listened to music for perfection. With me music brings me clarity( with all yes music). The more yes songs you do I've never seen more hard work and Hart and soul of all of you. Each time You do another classic song. You are awesome in my book. Band of geeks forever!!!!!!

[@StudioLodge]

How did these people not hit my recommends sooner? Wow!

[@13AustinPrince]

Me: **sees masks, realizes COVID has afflicted the Yes planet** damn, even Siberia *does* go through the motions

[@vorovee3]

incredible as always!! Ann Marie is still a vocal goddess, but I must admit her cape game was a lil weak....

[@anacchio]

Gotta do what you can in a pandemic

[@AndyGrazianoNYC]

@@anacchio it was a surprise to me - I loved it!