Yes Rock Hall of Fame Induction 2017 - Presentation by Lee/Lifeson and Yes acceptance speeches

[@TinaReggie]

This is amazing. Gods inducting Gods. Rick Wakeman killed me. He is so hilarious. What a beautiful moment in Rock and Roll & Prog history!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️🙌

[@rayanthony7463]

Tina Reggie - I agree. : )

[@northernlight4614]

Even 2 years ago would have been great when Chris Squire was still alive.

[@JoeSzilagy]

Rick Wakeman's speech is priceless!

[@einarabelc5]

That's how you treat the R&R Hall of Shame....

[@johnflanagan9153]

Best EVER!

[@EGlideKid]

This took way too long to happen, and shame on all those who prolonged what should have happened years ago. And now, it's even worse because Chris Squire has left the stage and wasn't there for this. What a shame. And the shame belongs on the heads of those who for whatever incredible reasons didn't make this happen years ago when it should have. Now, we have Rush introducing Yes. I remember hearing Rush on Don Kirshner's Rock Concert back in '74. And I remember somehow getting my hands on one of the original Atlantic records pink colored cassettes of Fragile, and then later Close to the Edge. I remember listening to Chris Squire and Geddy, and to the amazing virtuosity of these two incredible bassists. And so I picked up the bass guitar. I traded in my trombone I played in junior high and got my first bass. My second bass was a Rickenbacker, and is it any wonder why? These two bands were in my top 2 or 3 back then, and have always remained at the top of my list ever since. It's been 43 years I've been listening to them, and loving them. And like Geddy said, they changed me, and I know it was for the better. I miss you Chris Squire. You were the best in my book, and you changed my musical tastes forever. Thank you, Yes.

[@starttherebellion9146]

Chris Squire, Geddy Lee, Jaco Pastorious, and John Entwistle will always be favs.

[@johncalvo1743]

Don't forget Jack Bruce...

[@mastertemple8369]

Well said...Chris Squire was a humble Man, just wish he left the wine alone...

[@daveyt3224]

Personally, I like how Jon was so excited to just get to the mic and start thanking everyone. He isn't even bitter over how he was treated by his band, just so happy to be up there doing his thing. Like a kid in a candy store, Jon knows his role on a stage and that's taking the mic, not thinking about much else which is fine by me..

[@isaacbarlow8247]

daveyt exactly

[@anthonyglennmollicasr.425]

I wonder why Bill did not speak, he was the reason why yes became so famous in the first place, with his brilliant drumming. :(

[@brianmcglynn8865]

about time, loved Rick's speech, would d really love to sit in a pub and have a few beers with that guy

[@manguera9]

Steve Howe and rick Wakeman changed the direction of YES

[@hassanBsAs]

RUSH + YES = musica del universo ♥

[@felixaldereteortega375]

Para mi, lss dos mejores bandas progresivas de todos los tiempos.

[@chrisbirdsall6055]

Rick Wakeman gets it! One can't take any of this seriously.

[@dagnabbit6187]

It could have been taken seriously but bloated Egomaniacs like Dave Marsh and Jann Wenner who got control of it made it that way.

[@starwarsunfiltered7848]

It's amazing to see and hear two of my prog heroes...Geddy and Alex...speak so fondly about what Yes music means to them, and the memories of their first Yes show. I've always looked up to the guys in Rush as musical gods, but times like this, I am reminded that they are just regular guys like me (though I'm about 27 years younger), because I have fond memories of my first Yes show too, when I was 18 years old and saw them at the Universal Ampitheater in LA. Rush was my first prog band, but they opened that gateway into new musical realms, and it just so happens that Yes was the first of many other prog bands that I would discover next. I had seen their name mentioned a couple of times in the old Visions biography from 1987, and when I came across a self-made cassette of my stepdad's that had 90125 on the flip-side of Hold Your Fire, I was hooked from the first listen. I've since gone on to own every release and seen them live 13 times. They are my favorite band alongside Rush themselves, and for nearly as long. It is amazing and incredible to see them at this event together, especially considering that they haven't crossed paths too many times over the years, despite their mutual respect.

[@neugey]

"Some of it is fast and some of it is slow". Sounds exactly like Heart of the Sunrise, my favorite Yes song! Congrats Yes!

[@rayanthony7463]

This was a prophecy/vision for many decades ago that came true for me. Rush and Yes, the greatest progressive rock bands of all time... and that's NOT an alternative fact. : )

[@asagoldsmith3328]

Ray Anthony-Dahrouge jr. I include gentle giant with them, some of the most amazing live musicians ever.

[@SAHogan-ih3bo]

RAD: Don't forget GENESIS and ELP.

[@margix1172]

GENESIS ELP

[@isaacbarlow8247]

I didn't think I would see this day about damn time ! Thank you Yes for saving my life and thanks for the music that keeps me believing in the divine bless you Yes.

[@jerryrobins8838]

RIck Wakeman apparently missed his calling!! Next stop for RIck is the comedy club circuit in LA. Very funny!!

[@kobesamurai]

Just met Rick tonight in Osaka, Japan... what a gent, what a hoot... must get back and watch that TV series!!

[@jimmygiannakis3638]

Jerry Robins

[@evankeal]

That was a very large crowd that not one person was there to laugh. He killed it. Check out his commentary on the yes acoustic broadcast dvd.

[@anascoernesto506]

Congrats guys you made it it's been a long time great band close to the edge you an an i.hall of famer

[@birdmanbl]

Thanks for posting this Sharon it was part of my youth and Im still playing today....Thanks

[@Jake1067]

Very cool, thanks for the upload, Rick Wakeman is priceless ROFLMAO!

[@RelaxingPeacefulMusicChannel]

DAMN RIGHT GEDDY!!!! ITS ABOUT TIME!

[@fexcanez]

YES, my favorite group for decades, this year if they did justice to it and it is part of the rock and roll hall of fame

[@joeslob1199]

Rick was priceless!

[@christopheralexander5493]

I had no idea Rick Wakeman had become a stand-up comic! Hahahaha brilliant

[@musiccityyouthorchestra9499]

Thanks for the video Sharon! Wish I could have been there last night!

[@daveyt3224]

nice job with the camera work! tickets were hard to come by so thanks for sharing.

[@rubenfernandez160]

Excelente stand up de Wakeman, en la mejor tradición de los humoristas británicos

[@johnaltobelli4097]

This band is far beyond any of the bands that are in their. They are in a class by themselves...

[@ltyr-mr2if]

Wakeman! What a funny guy! I can imagine how weird it was back in the day with Jon being all ethereal and dreamy, and Rick making fart jokes. HAHA!!

[@TheXanadu88]

Wakeman's speech outdoes even Lifeson's legendary "blah...blah...blah..." speech! A beautiful moment for real, genuine, music and musicians......

[@faunoram]

Rick rocks !!

[@annwags]

Loved Steve's Speech. Amen! Yes fans have different ears.

[@marccoderre]

It was nice of him also to acknowledge the guys in the current lineup. I think the others who played a role in the history of the band (beyond the 8 officially listed) deserved some acknowledgement.

[@BillyTwoSquirrels]

Very cool to hear my favourite band offer their praise and reminiscences about a band that heavily influenced their style. YES a very deserving member of the Hall of Fame. (Long overdue as well).

[@quintbromley2112]

That was pure magic. YES being inducted by RUSH. God's colliding, but for a moment. My life would not be half as good without those two bands. And fucking Rick...comedy gold!

[@wildbillhackett]

This was a long time coming (while several lesser musicians are already in), but there are still a lot of great rock musicians that aren't in the HOF that certainly should be. Robin Trower, the Moody Blues, and Peter Frampton all come to mind.

[@aeria369]

Class!

[@pauladcock6458]

Rick Wakeman is just the best value ever!!! First he blows us away with his keyboard prowess. Then he really blows us away as we ponder the diverse pathways & longevity of of his career. But wait... there's more... then he gives the most uproariously funny acceptance speech ever. Man, this guy just keeps on giving! Absolute LEGEND.

[@docwho10th88]

I am a Rush fan..and there was no snub! Jon is a class act! Love both bands! PEACE & LOVE MAN!

[@spocksjohnson5594]

I am a fan of Yes AND Rush in addition to being a professional classical musician and BOTH bands have great music.

[@billgriese]

Nice video. I really hope Bruford told them he didn't want to speak. So awkward with Howe distancing himself the whole night... then plugging his new version of yes with the tribute singer, etc. seemingly throwing down the gauntlet... Wakeman is a gem.

[@SuperJohnnyO]

I love how Jon ALWAYS mentions his "beautiful wife, Janie"!

[@chiefredbottom]

So glad to see this!

[@v2gbob]

It's a bummer Squire didn't live to receive this honor. Would have liked to hear Bruford say a few words.

[@jmorra]

Jon is so humble and good-- a real angel he is.

[@tcrane8630]

God bless Rick Wakeman

[@Tarkus_H]

8:59 I have a feeling that Peter Bank's spirit would probably be saying "screw you."

[@vbian88]

Funny him mentioning Peter Banks when is was the addition of Steve Howe that completed the true definition of Yes music. Wish Steve and John could make up and collaborate. So sad to see Steve and Alan and John and Rick on opposite sides.

[@saurafumi46]

Rick Wakeman is a fucking genius...

[@jeffclark1050]

Awesome ! Long live YES !!!

[@seekah1]

It's just hilarious seeing how different their personalities are. Rick is always like this. Anyway, couldn't have gone to better inducters...nothing more to say about this.

[@docwho10th88]

RICK HAS A CAREER IN STAND UP COMEDY!! ROTFLMMFAO!! I would love to hang out with the guy!

[@awaken77]

Rick Wakeman is such a great personality, telling jokes on occasion. The last one about the doctor was so hilarious :-))))))

[@jim7862]

Saw Rick Wakeman at Holkham Hall Norfolk UK, last July, he has lost some weight, great bloke, and he shouted to my mate " Alrite Les ", Les shouted back " Yes Rick, how are you mate ?" Fine Les...............my jaw dropped, I said you know Rick Wakeman, yes Jim, we are good friends..............gobsmacked.....!!!!!!!! myself & Les do car parking & Security at Holkham Hall and associated areas at Holkham..........................BTW Rick is so down to Earth....

[@arturocarrero6495]

FINALLY!!!

[@SAHogan-ih3bo]

Wakeman, keeping things in their proper perspective after this insultingly long wait. It's called PAYBACK!

[@hasltisl]

Rick sticks it to the Hall of Fame. Yes!

[@csl4159]

Ridiculous it took this long for them to be inducted, I had always assumed they already were for quite some time

[@handgunner1911]

MY TWO FAVORITE PROG BANDS THIS IS AWESOME CANT THINK OF BETTER GUYS AT INDUCTION CEREMONY!!!! JUST WISH THIS COULD HAVE HAPPENED BEFORE CHRIS PASSED.ANYWAY KICK ASS!!!

[@Tuurke01]

Rick at his best!

[@maxcohen13]

Bit of resentment coming from Howe. Sucks that Bruford didn't speak. I always look forward to his take on things.

[@elbay2]

I agree; he's actually a very good speaker, and witty to boot.

[@DrakusRecords]

I wonder if he planned to speak, but it's hard to follow Wakeman.

[@gedbub]

I think Steve was rightfully proud of all that he had accomplished.

[@wandamundy1759]

When Jon Anderson got sick, and several shows had to be put on hold for a later date - and Howe had no loyalty for Jon, and insisted on getting a sub for him - I think that that's when he lost the respect of his bandmates. Trevor Rabin - though a different style - is just as gifted as Howe - and is a LOT easier to get along with.

[@TheLastOilMan]

long frickin overdue!

[@promark6137]

Was kind of hoping alex would do blah blah again :(

[@Thecreeper49YT]

That was the first thing Geddy said though

[@promark6137]

Alky yeah but its not the same :(

[@stevedrums1675]

It was funny once. More than that would have been phony.

[@neilwalsh87]

Lol Ok, knob tweaker.

[@TedBoyRomarino]

He would not dare. It was a Yes moment

[@dreadpirateroberts4052]

I personally think that Scotland Squire was going to say something(which would of been great!)but everyone possibly over stayed their welcome at the mic before her! Rick tried to get her to go forward but it was too late.

[@lemonink3685]

it was so funny when steve had to point to where bill was behind jon

[@messalaratti4986]

só lendas do rock

[@ZalMoxis]

About friggin' time.....

[@wrenken1]

Rile Wakeman is flipping awesome!

[@jobckts682]

Steve Howe & SRV. Only guitarists I can’t touch. ALL members, blow our minds. No maybes. YES!

[@markw1354]

Fuck me, the baddest keyboardist this side of Keith Emerson does a comedy routine at the reception. Fucking classically brilliant !!!

[@Supertimegamingify]

They're pub jokes, but I love 'em.

[@Felix_Effex]

I'm not sure what was funnier, Rick Wakeman, or Alex Lifeson's bla bla bla four years ago.. this was beautiful

[@66TJP]

4:17-4:40 Yes!

[@yaelrar.4460]

My friend went to the R&R HOF and there was almost nothing of YES to see.All exhibits are mostly Elvis, Beatles, Stones. Yes has made many valuable contributions to music but nobody knows it!

[@kingcurry6594]

From the New York Times: "The saltiest reminder of this came from Rick Wakeman, Yes’s keyboardist. In performance, he wore a black and silver wizard’s cape, but at the microphone, Mr. Wakeman, 67, was more like a foul-mouthed uncle. He reminisced about sneaking out to a strip club as a young man, only to meet his father. Then, in the too-much-information department, he thanked the ceremony’s organizers for putting his band early on the bill, and explained why, with a detailed and colorful recounting of a recent prostate exam. Yes’s rapid-fingered keyboard solos will never sound the same to me. B.S." What ab appropriate set of initials the writer has. Wakeman was hysterical.

[@thegreypigeon]

He should have let Chris' wife speak first , then he could have tailored his speech .. in fact I thought jon should have let her go first to respect Chris

[@eAyeAddio]

I hope that you are recovering well from your recent sense-of-humour- bypass operation.

[@kennyplay5982]

Alex Lifeson and Rick Wakeman should start a TV comedy show!!

[@dollhaus1]

Rick Wakeman..hahahahahah..great speech.

[@stevennovakovich2525]

At least Alan lived to enjoy the induction...but Chris and Peter were there in Spirit for sure.

[@bassinthehouse374]

"to right a terrible wrong" proclaims geddy.

[@wreckingKREW1]

Rick Wakeman,ladies and gents! He'll be here all week,don't forget to tip your waitress.

[@gedbub]

I hope Alex and Geddy talked to Bill Bruford about future touring...

[@michaelbeerbados3291]

people...BRUFORD has been retired for 10 years...stop the fucking stupidity

[@Smittyschannel]

It's truly sad that a band has to be around for 40-50 years before the RRHOF gets off their ass to recognize such great talent. They should have been inducted long before Chris Squire passed away. They shouldn't have to wait until they're in their 70's before they get the recognition

[@MrPedal88]

Rick's crazy funny as usual.

[@34hedgehog]

Notice how Rick passed his award on to Scottie Squire (Chris' wife)?

[@chiefredbottom]

No speech from Bill or Tony?

[@cungar1001]

How high was Jon ?

[@dalamar555]

Sad to see prog disappear. Sad to see my youth meant nothing. But glad these Gentlemen and Women finally got inducted.

[@_fesh]

At the end of Rick's speech, you can see him handing the award over to Scotland (Chris Squire's widow) to accept the award on her late husbands behalf, but you can see as her and Rick do a little bit of "wait, what?" as the microphone goes back down and everyone heads off stage. I guess everyone else took a bit too long. Shame. (Her daughter doesn't look too happy about it either)

[@windycitytoast]

thats definitely a shame, but deep down I'd like to think the music says enough about the genius of every member of that band.. each guy was an innovator/ maestro of the instrument they played..

[@ShiftingDrifter]

I didn't know Rick Wakeman was a standup comic! Haha!

[@johncole015]

24 Years after they were eligible while multiple Rap acts and pop acts that should have never considered were inducted.

[@jcedwards8363]

RIP Chris and Peter

[@14Maxmom]

It's weird hearing alex recite an actual speech. I mean look back at his juno awards and hall of fame speeches.

[@terrance217]

It was not related but I was hopng they would show the Chris video about him talking about Jimi Hendrix.

[@marcosalvetti6243]

I can hardly follow the speeches in fluent English, but I'm laughing like mad at Rick Wakeman speech

[@erickblu4882]

yes before rush

[@aarfeld]

Good ol' Rick Wakeman--what a card!

[@BASKNo9]

Why did we not hear from Bill Bruford??

[@yaelrar.4460]

N o 9 BASK Just as well. Bill is usually cranky, complaining, ungrateful.

[@markusantonio4866]

Rush is so amazing, because having so many influences Zeppelin, Who, Sabbath, Yes, Genesis, Floyd, Jethro Tull, Talking Heads, Ultravox so many great bands.

[@superbrezel]

Fantastic Band, fantastic musicians, fantastic people! But Rick Wakeman is the king!

[@Pighood]

Ricky did not let the side down.

[@ChrisDenDaas]

Rick could have easily pursued a totally different carreer ;-)

[@elperro1968]

Missing, kaye and bruford and all the others

[@johnIZaUWL]

Jon Anderson looks like Robert Plant meets Richard Branson here 😯🤘🤘💗

[@manguera9]

Rick Wakeman just wanted to break the ice

[@toekevin]

Why didn’t bill speak?

[@andrewgraham7659]

Why did this take so ruddy long?

[@philipbuonpastore845]

Wakeman is a hoot!