Yes Music Podcast
267 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 64 ratingsEstablished in 2011 - Two fans' exploration of the world's greatest progressive rock band
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What did they do next? Part 2a – Tony Kaye – 382
May 24, 2019 15:36Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR Hoisington This week we begin our two-part episode on the second musician to leave Yes, Tony Kaye. Mark and I set the scene for our exploration of One Live Badger and there's also news from around the crazy world of Yes. Listen and let us know what you think! What's remarkable about where and when this record was recorded?How is Jon Anderson involved?Why should you check out the album? If you would like to supp...
James W Cushing from the amazing YouTube Channel, Yessource – 381
May 17, 2019 15:22Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR Hoisington Mark and I had a very enjoyable conversation with Jim Cushing this week about his Yes blog and YouTube channel. He has collected together an amazing collection of rare Yes ephemera for your delectation and he’s a lovely guy as well. Listen to the whole of our interview in a few moments. Listen and let us know what you think! What's on Yessource?What are Jim's aims?How did he discover Yes? If you woul...
What did they do next? Part 1b – Peter Banks – 380
May 10, 2019 16:23Flash Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR Hoisington This is part two of our exploration of Peter Bank's activities after Yes - and specifically the first Flash album. After starting this last week, we received great input from listeners so thank you for that. There's also a Two Pence about the forthcoming YES50 Live album. Listen and let us know what you think! What did Peter do next?What's the first Flash album like?Did Peter manage to do what...
What did they do next? Part 1a – Peter Banks – 379
May 03, 2019 15:09Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR Hoisington We are trying out a new approach starting this week. We will be doing 2-part episodes so that listeners can have a better chance of getting involved. First of all, we are looking at the first thing Peter Banks did after leaving Yes - Flash. Listen and let us know what you think! What did Peter do next?What's the first Flash album like?Did Peter manage to do what Yes wouldn't let him do? Become a YMP ...
Asia’s first album – 378
April 26, 2019 16:08Asia's first album Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR Hoisington This week I’ve been on holiday with the family so this episode will be a quick one. Mark and I have been listening to Asia’s first album on account of the upcoming Royal Affair Tour and more on all that in a few moments. Listen and let us know what you think! What does Steve Howe sound like?Is this stuck in the 80s?What will it sound like in 2019? Become a YMP Patron: https://y...
Olias of Sunhillow Live – 377
April 12, 2019 15:00Olias of Sunhillow by Jon Anderson Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR Hoisington With Jon Anderson playing two songs from Olias of Sunhillow live on his 1000 Hands Tour, we felt it was time to watch/listen to some recordings of Olias material from through the years. This is music which has not been performed very often - and we think it should have been. Listen and let us know what you think! What Olias songs are being performed live in 2019?How...
Thoughts on The Royal Affair Tour 2019 – 376
April 05, 2019 15:00A Royal Affair! Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR Hoisington This week we abandoned our original plans because we felt it was important to talk about the news surrounding the Yes Summer 2019 North American trip which is called the Royal Affair Tour. Mark and I give our views on that so this episode is a little bit different in format to usual as a result. Listen and let us know what you think! Who or what is Yasia?Who or what is Bumblefoot?Art...
Was Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe nothing more than an enhanced Jon Anderson solo record? 375
March 29, 2019 16:00Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR Hoisington Remastered and Expanded ABWH As we approach the 30th anniversary of ABWH, we go back to consider whether it's actually a Jon Anderson solo record, as suggested by Stephen Lambe in his book, YES every album every song. Also, Mark suggests a 2 pence topic on videos... Listen and let us know what you think! ABWH - is it Yes, is it a new band, is it an Anderson solo project?How was the album written?Sho...
Jon Anderson’s 1000 Hands Part 1 – first listen – 374
March 22, 2019 16:00Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR Hoisington 1000 Hands Website This week Mark and I got our hands on 1000 hands - or at least our virtual hands as we received a review download copy. So we have pooled our initial reactions to the music and that’s coming up in a moment. Also, we have a 2 pence on the Anderson final Yes project rumours so it’s an Anderson rich episode. Listen and let us know what you think! How does Anderson fit 1000 hands on o...
Revisiting Yes’ First Album – 373
March 15, 2019 15:03Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR Hoisington Where it all began! This week Mark and I have been listening to the first Yes album to link in with it being released on coloured vinyl for this year’s Record Store Day 50 years after first appearing. We also consider what we would release for Record Store Day if it was up to us. Listen and let us know what you think! How does the first album sound after 50 years?What can we detect which foreshadow...
Jon Anderson’s Open – 372
March 08, 2019 16:02Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR Hoisington Open by Jon Anderson from 2011 This week, Geoff Bailie pointed out to me another gaping hole in my knowledge of Yes and the surrounding music. It’s Jon Anderson’s EP or single, depending on your viewpoint, Open from 2011. Listen and let us know what you think! What was 'Open'How did I miss the release?What's the music like? Become a YMP Patron: https://yesmusicpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/...
Is Awaken the pinnacle of Yes music? 371
March 01, 2019 17:00Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR Hoisington Going For The One and its singles Mark and I tackle the question of Awaken this week and consider its importance for Yes. We also chat about the recent Jon Anderson interview where he talks about the upcoming 1000 Hands Part 1 album and tour. Listen and let us know what you think! What other songs might be more emblematic?Can we sum up Yes music in just one song?What does Awaken sum up? Japan Set ...
Starship Trooper including 3 Wakemans – Wakemen? 370
February 15, 2019 18:06Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR Hoisington Just one of the Wakemen featured this week This week I discovered something I didn't know about Yes...wow! So as a result Mark and I listened to 3 different versions of Starship Trooper featuring not 2 but 3 different Wakemen! Also, we approach a difficult 2 Pence about the quality of Yes performance on the recent Cruise to the Edge. Listen and let us know what you think! Did all three Wakemen reall...
Peter Banks-era Yes videos – 369
February 08, 2019 15:17Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR Hoisington Peter Banks After seeing Fernando Perdomo's Peter Banks replica Yes guitar, we were inspired to watch some early Yes videos featuring the original guitarist. We also find time for a quick 2 Pence on a single song we would both like to add to the Cruise to the Edge set list! What is Peter Banks doing on stage?Could he have continued with the band?What did the other members think of him? Listen and le...
Was the Open Your Eyes Tour Really that good? 368
January 25, 2019 17:10Open Your Eyes Tour Poster Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR Hoisington This week, Mark and I listened to a bootleg compilation from shows on the Open Your Eyes Tour. Igor, Billy and the rest of the band made a big impression as you’ll hear... What is a 6-man line up like? Can you hear Billy? How does Igor compare to other Yes keyboardists? Listen and let us know what you think! Become a YMP Patron: https://yesmusicpodcast.com/wp-conten...
White by White (Alan White, that, that is) – 367
January 18, 2019 17:23The album from White Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR Hoisington This week, we listen to a little-known album which should be better known to all Yes fans, White by the Alan White-led band, White. We also have time for the return of our two pence segment and we consider whether Jon Anderson should be concentrating on 1000 Hands or ARW...! What is the White album like? Why is it so obscure? What's the story of the band? Listen and let us ...
Some rather unusual Yes and Yes-related items we got for Christmas – 366
January 11, 2019 17:00More Drama! Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR Hoisington What did we get for Christmas? What's unusual about the some of the items? What's an obi strip? Listen and let us know what you think! Become a YMP Patron: https://yesmusicpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/img_2748.mp4 If you would like to support the Yes Music Podcast financially and also have access to exclusive activity and opportunities, there is a special page you can...