Steve Howe was the most interesting guitarist out of all those guitar heroes of the 60s and 70s with his jazz and classical influences creating a unique sound, there was no one else like him.
@mhlevy6 ай бұрын
Steve Howe, the guitarist, was voted "Best Overall Guitarist" by Guitar Player Magazine readers five years in a row, back in the 1970s. He's an amazing guitarist, and every musician in the band "Yes" are among the top players to have ever played their instruments. You've mentioned Rick Wakeman, who's amazing. Nobody sounds quite like vocalist Jon Anderson! The drummer, Alan White, was a very busy session drummer who had toured with John Lennon, joined the members of Yes less than a week before they began a world tour, and continued as Yes' drummer until his death less than 2 years ago. Bass player Chris Squire was an icon and he influenced thousands of bass players, including Rush's Geddy Lee, but he died of Leukemia about 7 years ago, before Yes was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Rick Wakeman, Steve Howe and Jon Anderson are still playing and recording to this day.
@lesblatnyak59476 ай бұрын
And Squire won best bassist for 7 years in a row, and the two yrs Howe didn't win Squire said he should have won guitarist of the year 😅
@pencilpauli94426 ай бұрын
Steve Howe is easily my favourite guitarist.
@kevinmcconnell36415 ай бұрын
1976-1980. Guitar world opened their HOF in 1981 with Howe as their first inductee, it gave the others a chance at the title! At least that’s the story I’ve been told;);)
@stanleymerritt47226 ай бұрын
You've found a wonderful rabbit hole to go down. Best...band...ever. 😁
@AndyMcCann6 ай бұрын
Yes to Yes.
@ryanr53196 ай бұрын
The best rabbit hole of all rabbit holes.
@nancymjohnson6 ай бұрын
This band changed my life first time I saw them in 1975. Best band ever. Yours is no disgrace, starship trooper, Roundabout, Heart of the Sunrise…any Yes is great!! ☮️❤️😎
@kevinmcconnell36415 ай бұрын
I think I saw them the same year in St. Louis, it was the Relayer tour;)
@alki48116 ай бұрын
I'd check out Close to the Edge. It's a extremely long song, but it's their best song by far. Written over 10 years before I was even born, and I consider it to still be one of the best songs I have ever heard.
@jasonmorgan44166 ай бұрын
I think people need to work their way up to "Close to the Edge." It's a masterpiece, yet getting more exposure to other Yes songs will help get you there.
@louissonier8406 ай бұрын
Yours Is No Disgrace, Starship Trooper, Roundabout, Long Distance Runaround, South Side Of The Sky. Won't prepare you for Close To The Edge!
@kevinmcconnell36415 ай бұрын
Which won’t prepare you for the Relayer album! Sound Chaser is my go to when I’m in the need of a YES fix;) that and their live cover of Paul Simon’s America!!
@DrBoneright6 ай бұрын
Every song on the Yessongs video is fire! You can't go wrong here. By the end of each song you know you got your money's worth. Every song is amazing and this is the best live video for them.
@Jessica_Roth6 ай бұрын
Yes, that is Wakeman in this live performance. However, the studio version was recorded before Wakeman joined the group, when Tony Kaye was on keys. (Kaye would later return of "Owner of a Lonely Heart" and other 1980s songs. Other Yes keyboard players have included Patrick Moraz, Geoff Downes, Bill Sherwood, Igor Khoroshev…and Wakeman's son, Oliver.)
@astroteech5 ай бұрын
This takes me back to high school when I first heard this when it first came out. I'm so blessed at 66 to have had a musical life enriched by YES. Their Rock n Roll Hall of Fame induction performance is legendary, "Round About" and "Owner of a Lonely Heart" in their true greatness.
@hmichaelr16 ай бұрын
Recordings such as this one make me really appreciate the value of a great sound engineer. The studio version is way better IMHO.
@yes_head6 ай бұрын
That's a Portuguese 12-string Steve Howe is playing in the first section. This is your first exposure to Yes? Then I'd recommend "Roundabout" next, which is their biggest hit and most well known song of the 70's. That will give you a taste of what this band was about -- dense sounding arrangements that featured complex vocals and instrumental playing. Yes were sort of a musician's band that could also fill concert halls, at least during the heyday of progressive rock, which was about this time period. BTW that video is using the 'Yessongs' *album* recording, which is not the same as the 'Yessongs' *movie* audio (different concerts from the same tour). That's why the occasional edits -- it's to keep the film performance and the album audio in sync.
@Johnnywr6 ай бұрын
You might like the studio version of And You And I (although the live version is also very good), but Yours Is No Disgrace is another belter from the The Yes Album era (1971). This live performance is from the Yessongs movie which was a recorded live performance from the London Rainbow Theatre in December 1972.
@sandraandmichaelfield16026 ай бұрын
Next Yes: "Roundabout", and "Siberian Khatru". Then "And You and I". Then "Close to the Edge", followed by "Awaken", and "Turn of the Century". Just do the studio versions. I trust you will enjoy the Yes rabbit hole! With Peace and Love to all! (Michael)
@harleyw6 ай бұрын
Craig, I envy you in that you have the opportunity to hear these beloved YES masterpieces for your very first time. You'll undoubtedly get many suggestions on what to listen to next. Often the live performances reach greater heights, but in so many of the early performances, the audio sucks. You will probably do much better with experiencing the studio versions first. Good listening which ever way you decide!
@DrBoneright6 ай бұрын
Starship Trooper is the only song from the Yesssongs video that is cut and only the second half is played during the credits. For sure you need to hear the whole Starship Trooper from the Yessongs album or the original studio recording. I would listen to Starship Trooper next for sure.
@mikeeckel28076 ай бұрын
The "live" version of "Starship Trooper" from "YESSONGS" is the better version for a reaction... Great guitar and synthesizer solos in "Wurm."
@DrBoneright6 ай бұрын
@@mikeeckel2807 Also the Wakeman solo. Only on the Yessongs album, not the video.
@mikeeckel28076 ай бұрын
@@DrBoneright I've seen a video of Rick Wakeman playing his solo and he plays "Jingle Bells" somewhere in the mix. It must have been filmed sometime in the Christmas Season.
@lazarus5506 ай бұрын
You've just discovered the greatest band that has graced this planet.
@harmono87666 ай бұрын
Rick Wakeman was the second Keyboard player after founding member Tony Kaye. Kaye was on the studio version of this song. Wakeman turned down David Bowie to join Yes. His solo career on A&M took off and so he was in and out of Yes and various Yes spin offs. Yes most critically acclaimed album is probably Close to the Edge the first to feature a new bubble logo loosely based on the original Yes logo which was a bubble with the word Yes in it.
@TheRKae6 ай бұрын
"Where to go from here?" Wow. "Close To The Edge" or "Gates of Delirium" (epics that will blow your mind). "Changes" (pop, but with a complexity that makes it brilliant). "Heart of the Sunrise" (musical, mathematical patterns that go from thunderous to gentle). Anything from "Tales From Topographic Oceans" (epics that are elegant and thoughtful... but still have power). "Awaken" (prog rock in a heavenly cathedral).
@lesblatnyak59476 ай бұрын
Ladies and gentlemen Chris Squire and Yes, the greatest show on earth. Enjoy your YES journey. 🙏🎶 Yours Is No Disgrace and Roundabout, excellent choices.
@215Gallagher5 ай бұрын
Jon Anderson and Chris Squire. (Drama was a Buggles album featuring former members of Yes).
@215Gallagher5 ай бұрын
Just to set the cat among the pigeons.
@steve91996 ай бұрын
A Yes song you really need to listen to is the song "Roundabout"....catch the studio version, just to hear the amazing bass guitar work of Chris Squier.
@mikemicrael57496 ай бұрын
Yes is one of the best bands in the progressive rock genre. Other progressive bands you may like include Genesis, Pink Floyd, Jethro Tull, King Crimson, Gentle Giant, Emerson Lake and Palmer and Porcupine Tree. The 1970s was the best decade for new music. I recommend former Genesis lead vocalist Peter Gabriel's live performance of "In Your Eyes" for a life-changing experience. Cheers!
@pianocovers42275 ай бұрын
Cool man !! You've put an ear into Yesworld !.. They've got you ! You're in their spiral ! have a long and good trip Craig ! 🙏
@Southbound636 ай бұрын
The 1970’s was the best period for Yes they went down hill after that. The Yes Album, Close to the Edge, Fragile, Topographic Oceans, Relayer and Going for the One are the best of the classic Yes.
@LizOBrienRochford-gs2kj6 ай бұрын
Spin the 70’s YES wheel. Whatever you come up with is a guaranteed winner. Welcome to truest progrock, friend. It’s a journey through the best music of the 20th century.
@johng.85176 ай бұрын
YES is the greatest progressive rock band in my opinion. I just subscribed. I subscribe to anyone who reacts to them as will many other YES fans so keep them coming. Loads of greats including "Roundabout", "Awaken", "The Gates of Delirium", "Close to the Edge", "And You and I", "Turn of the Century", "Starship Trooper", "Perpetual Change", "The Revealing Science of God", lots more.
@Rowenband6 ай бұрын
If you want to dig in Yes's music, there are so many great tracks, at least as great as this one. It just depends on what you search. Complex ? : Gates of Delirium. Dancing hit ? Owner of A Lonely Heart. Agressiv ? Sound Chaser. Incredibly inovative ? The Ancient. Incredible bassline ? Heart of the Sunrise… And of course Roundabout is a very good start.
@joelliebler56906 ай бұрын
Top of the mountain when it comes to progressive rock. Some of their best in their early years are Perpetual Change, Heart of The Sunrise, Roundabout, and Southside of the Sky. Just a few of their many that will carry you away YES I forgot my favorite prog. Love song; And You And I. You will love it all!☮️
@dottyfulcrum6 ай бұрын
A shortened edit was released on the radio of Roundabout (it left out the bridge). Yes songs are typically quite long, so that might be an option. However, a live version of Roundabout will probably be the complete song. All Yes songs are good . . . with exceptions coming later (at least for me) starting with that thing called Big Generator where for the first time ever I actually *didn't* like most of the songs. If you stick to the 1970s, though, everything is great.
@BuffaloC3056 ай бұрын
Go find the Floating Green Head album and digest that. This is NOT a singles band. Don't cheat yourself thinking a few 'hits' gives you the best picture. THEY DO NOT. Get the album and listen to that. After that studio-project first, then pull up their live shows and I was always MORE amazed they could deliver such complex music on-stage.
@chucklogan31336 ай бұрын
Haha another Yes convert! Prepare to have your mind blown... 🙂
@benjaminrupe59306 ай бұрын
Go to the second album, Time and a Word for the track No Opportunity Necessary No Experience Needed. Just go from there to the Yes Album and Fragile. Lots and lots of classic Yes jams that are classics for a reason. My favorite band. Welcome to the worlds.
@kevinmcconnell36415 ай бұрын
Give a listen to Sound Chaser, studio version. Live versions are fine, but they are arranged/played to excite people that know the songs by heart!! It may be my favorite guitar part ever, other than anything Hendrix;);)
@wendellwiggins29006 ай бұрын
❤❤❤ Now there is no turning back from down the DEEP RABBIT HOLE of YES. It's just gets more intense & amazing!
@danallshaw11315 ай бұрын
I listened to "Survival", the other day. Its still playing in my brain pan.
@keninboulder766 ай бұрын
"Awaken" is really good
@rudymarmaro6 ай бұрын
I would recommend doing the studio version of the song first, then check out the live version, as some of the video quality is not the greatest. As to which songs to go into next, that is quite the rabbit hole. I would recommend starting with Roundabout, then Yours is No Disgrace, A Venture, Starship Trooper, And You and I, culminating in Close to the Edge.
@poppydogz6 ай бұрын
It's got to be 'And you and I' next 🙏 but every song from the live album 'Yessongs' is awesome 🍻
@kevinbutler36656 ай бұрын
Gates Of Delirium , Awaken and On The Silent Wings Of Freedom would be my three next choice and hang on to your hat with all of them.
@sandraandmichaelfield16026 ай бұрын
Next Yes: "Roundabout", and "Siberian Khatru". Then "And You and I". Then "Close to the Edge", followed by "Awaken", and "Turn of the Century". Just do the studio versions. I trust you will enjoy the Yes rabbit hole! With Peace and Love to all! (Michael)
@kevinmcconnell36415 ай бұрын
This song is on my karaoke sing list;) of course I do it in my used to be Sinatra Quality baritone;) But it’s written in the same key so it works, I just sing it an octave lower than Jon;)
@melvinroebuck11606 ай бұрын
Yea that’s Rick Wakemqn in the silver cape on keyboards! Great reaction!
@erickvermeulen97346 ай бұрын
Several dozens of musicians have been part of Yes during the years. In this video you see one of the most famous line-ups, Jon Anderson - vocals, Steve Howe - guitar, Chris Squire - bass, Rick Wakeman - keyboards, Alan White - drums.
@MyCrazyDogs325 ай бұрын
Yours Is No Disgrace and then Starship Trooper - studio versions.
@stevenhuey86866 ай бұрын
The instrument you asked about in the beginning of the song is not a mandolin, but a Portuguese guitar.
@cookmoore37366 ай бұрын
Yes' 'Heart of the Sunrise' has influenced some metal people, the bass says it all!
@GTO4now5 ай бұрын
YES! 😊
@grahamhowes69046 ай бұрын
Starship Troopers move towards Close to the Edge.
@jhallberry6 ай бұрын
Starship Trooper should be next for sure
@martinreed59646 ай бұрын
CHOOSE ANYTHING FROM THE CLASSIC 70S LINE UP. LIVE OR NOT, YOU WONT BE DISSAPOINTED
@J1mboB6 ай бұрын
My fav is Changes from 90215
@sergebrunet42185 ай бұрын
Yes that s Rick Wakeman on keyboards !
@jameswattles73416 ай бұрын
You can do any of their songs and you'll be amazed by them all.
@BusstterNutt5 ай бұрын
yes indeed🙃
@glennbrock65606 ай бұрын
I highly recommend , Siberian Khatru
@roygaiot79685 ай бұрын
When you get around to doing Gates of Delirium DO NOT do any live version. Non of the recordings do it justice and they loose a lot of the nuances. In general though, i think live recordings are not the way to go for first listens - imo. And just a heads up > Gates of Delirium, Close to the Edge and Awaken are the pinnacle achievements of the band, and of music in general. ...But before doing any of these, warmup with more songs from The Yes Album and Fragile (where Roundabout is from).
@glennbrock65606 ай бұрын
South side of the Sky is another great song
@michaelschey10846 ай бұрын
Close to The Edge And You And I then come back to us
@mattleppard19646 ай бұрын
There are far better Yes songs. Try Heart of the Sunrise as a primer, or Long Distance Runaround ❤❤❤
@EcuaMan6 ай бұрын
My opinion is that you should react to the studio versions of songs first, just saying.
@PeterBuwen6 ай бұрын
Isn't that cool? Your grand parents! My time. 😉
@ladycempluk24816 ай бұрын
would you mind reacting to killing me inside reunion - tormented ( live at synchronize fest 2019).it is emo anthem song from indonesia. they reunited after 12 years
@mikedown12506 ай бұрын
not the best version ...they did some proper rubbish here n there.
@ac16466 ай бұрын
So do most bands.
@mattleppard19646 ай бұрын
I agree. Yessongs is overrated for me. Sacrilege! 😂 Best version is with Trevor Rabin. More sacrilege!
@chrismundy80722 ай бұрын
Do your research before you waste time
@mojobag016 ай бұрын
Unlistenable tosh. That 'singer' ruins a good band.