Trevor Rabin- (Yes, ARW, Rabbitt)

For Episode #118 Trevor Rabin returns to the show to discuss his new solo album, Rio. Segments are indexed in the comments below, if you want to jump around.... This chat features a lot of talk about his writing and recording approaches. We also discuss most of the tracks on the Rio album and how they came together. A look at some lesser hailed Yes songs from his era is included as well, towards the end.

[@SOALNightLive]

00:1:44 How the new album came to be called Rio 00:5:04 The cover art Trevor created for the new album 00:8:55 The genesis of the album and how far back some tracks go 00:16:43 The evolution of his home studio since the early 90s 00:24:00 His Fender Strat- where/when he got it, the time he spent in the Army with it and more... 00:36:20 Trevor's occasional slide guitar playing and it's inspiration 00:39:15 His approach to layering vocal harmonies- any Yes influence? 00:38:24 Endless Dream and the possible inclusion of a reworking of Silent Spring on Rio 00:40:55 Could any of the songs on Rio have wound up on the proposed ARW album instead? 00:45:25 Steve Morse dropping by one day to jam 00:50:45 A look at individual tracks on Rio, starting with Big Mistakes 00:55:00 Trevor as an occasional bass player. Influences and his awareness of Yes, years before being in it 00:57:50 Push from Rio and Vinnie Colaiuta guesting on drums 01:02:50 Paradise and how it could have been the lead off single 01:07:48 Thandi, inspirations and thoughts on the despicable practice of ivory poaching 01:13:00 Talk of the bluegrass inspired tune, Goodbye 01:16:05 Tumbleweed- it's jazz influence and stacked vocal harmonies 01:18:17 Toxic and it's boogie roots 01:21:40 A bit about the three bonus tracks on Rio and their inspirations 01:24:42 His memories of a few overlooked tracks from his time in Yes- Final Eyes, I'm Running and Our Song 01:30:05 A few thoughts on the 9012Live film 01:32:45 Closing thoughts

[@musicatto1]

Great interview - you asked some awesome questions! Thanks much

[@markspooner1224]

A knowledgeable interviewer and a fantastic interviewee what a delight!

[@kleberkshima]

This is the best interview ever! Thanx ❤

[@andreasschmidt4154]

Great interview, thank you! I agree with @martinrussell ...best interview dealing with Trevor Rabin's new album.

[@brandon1351]

Such an excellent video :) ive been binging past episodes, such a great interviewer.

[@paulsteds]

Sean, the best of all the TR Rio interviews🎸.....Thanks so much!✌️😎

[@fcamiola]

Great interview Sean! Loved the little moment discussing Final Eyes and I'm Running....two amazing and overlooked tracks indeed. Side two of Big Generator is phenomenal. Cheers mate!

[@rushyeskansas]

Great Interwiew Sean, I am big fan of Trevor as a guitarist as well as a composer. On top of that he is such nice and humble person.

[@27pugsly]

I love the Talk album 💿 it’s my favorite it just sounds so magical!

[@SOALNightLive]

It's a kind of magic.

[@charlesnolan7602]

Trevor has done a plethora of interviews and all like this one have been very informative!

[@carlyellison8498]

Outstanding, thank you both!

[@davel.9467]

Great interview. The two of you seem to vibe well. He's a highly creative individual who shares freely and speaks so passionately about music. A unique guy.

[@playlistmaker90125]

You got to interview him again? That’s crazy! I remember you saying in the previous interview “new music from you is great however we get it.” Well it finally has come!

[@jonnybigmuff]

So great! Man, when Trev said that Steve Morse came over to his house and jammed for an hour, I thought you were gonna melt! … great job!

[@arion316]

Love listening to Trevor's stories, especially regarding his Yes day's in the 80's and discussion about the Big Generator songs. Also, thanks for bringing up Our Song, love that song.

[@janerikmellesdal3868]

Thanks! What an album!

[@TomHolliday9]

Great interview Sean! I agree the album is brilliant.. Thanks for posting.. :)

[@cratercritter]

Awesome chat, as always. I'm loving the album.

[@martinrussell6174]

Another superb interview, Sean. By far the best Trevor has done around the Rio album. You kept him engaged and got him speaking about a lot of areas that no-one else has gone near. As always, great preparation and follow-through. You should be very proud. Well done!

[@MAGNERK]

Great interview! If you see anyone around Atlanta wearing a shirt that says "Trevor F*cking Rabin," say hi to me. 😂

[@SOALNightLive]

Will do! You are a friend of mine!

[@doctornova3015]

Have been a big fan of his since the 80s. One of the most underrated musicians ever.