Jon Anderson has found his Yes, again. What a totally beautiful thing!
@corcoscoro
Жыл бұрын
Espero que haga un disco con temas nuevos con musica de YES!!
@hectorchavez3405
Жыл бұрын
He never lost it , the other members did , Steve Howe tours with a band he calls yes but the feeling just isn’t there
@harrisrosenberg7992
Жыл бұрын
This is YES 2023 REAL DEAL
@harrisrosenberg7992
Жыл бұрын
THIS IS REAL YES.
@harrisrosenberg7992
Жыл бұрын
Eat your heart out steve Howe and billy Sherwood. Only JON IS YES
@tomkelsey230311 ай бұрын
Jon Anderson has always been my favorite Prog Rock vocalist. He is not only the voice of Yes, but the voice of an entire genre of excellent music. Long live PROG!
@rosemarywessel1294 Жыл бұрын
This. This combo right here. This is for True Believers. So glad the Band Geeks and Jon found each other. This is the true spirit of these songs right here. Stellar.
@ricky4001cs Жыл бұрын
These guys could take this show across the Globe! I HOPE THEY DO!!!!!!!!
@davesober2093
Жыл бұрын
Considering there was about $14 revenue for this show...just sayin.
@donutcookiepie
Жыл бұрын
From what I understand Anderson is taking children to tour with him next time as he did before
@donutcookiepie
3 күн бұрын
Anderson can’t afford that unless he does it with unpaid children. But I’m sure he will do that again. Just be a little patient.
@ricky4001cs
3 күн бұрын
@@donutcookiepie lol
@nrg16108 Жыл бұрын
Steve howe plays with tribute band singers and other imitators while Jon Anderson plays with studio musicians who love Yes music. Jon sounds incredible almost at 80! I can barely get out of bed at 70 old. What a blessing ! Appreciate what we have-miracles can't last.
@bigua1428
Ай бұрын
So so so much better than actual Yes line-up ¡
@AldousHuxleysCat
Ай бұрын
I agree that Steve Howes band is no match for these guys, however I don't think it's fair to say they're not good musicians. I'm not really sure what the problem with that band is but there's definitely something off. If I was going to guess the only actual band member is Steve and everyone else is simply a paid side man. It's not a real partnership or meeting of mines it's one guy in charge. Not that that's much different from a lot of fans. I get the feeling Jon is treating these guys as equals and they're probably not just paid sidemen
@johnurban7333
Ай бұрын
When you have musicians playing music that was invented from other musicians you have a tribute band. Jon Anderson is the only original band member here
@johnurban7333
Ай бұрын
@@bigua1428doesn’t have the same feel or energy than the original band. Just watch Yessongs on KZread. Huge difference
@AldousHuxleysCat
Ай бұрын
@@johnurban7333 I am certainly no fan of the Steve Howe presents the music of yes band, you can't say that he wasn't integral to the creation of the vast majority of music at this band is playing
@FrankieBag0donuts10 ай бұрын
The guitarist here is top notch and Jon's voice is still phenomenal. Everything in this performance is absolutely stellar! WOW!
@markowallace369 Жыл бұрын
So very beautiful. Tears. Thank YOU Jon.
@ronskopitz2360
Жыл бұрын
This!!!
@Undercoverbrotherfromanother Жыл бұрын
This blows away any so called YES since the early 90s with Trevor. Band is 100% on fire!!! Jon's voice is brilliant. Thank you for this post and making my day. Loved the bass.
@AriePapernick Жыл бұрын
Guitar player nailed it. Amazing!
@melaniehenry7716 Жыл бұрын
Hearing the Firebird Suite brings back teenage memories, My friend and I so happy and excited that the band were close to coming on stage .We usually felt over whelmed and emotional after seeing Yes Play, Then for a few hours after, very happy and hyper, Talking Teenage make believe stories, and felt in another world. No drugs needed. We were naturally high, High the memories. 💜
@danpaterno92674 ай бұрын
Still blows my mind. So talented, all of them! So respectful of the music and the original players. A must see in 2024!
@standingbeark22904 ай бұрын
Excellent!! Brought back memories from the 70s! YES!
@guym1234 Жыл бұрын
I was there........been a YES fan for 50 years......was blown away.
@richardpietroski9263 Жыл бұрын
I have missed this tempo for so many years. INCREDIBLE STILL!
@freddiesoverbite6162
Жыл бұрын
I hear you man. I think the last time I saw them come close to this tempo was when I saw the ladder tour in 1999.
@ChrisFoster-wq9js Жыл бұрын
Jon's voice is as good as it ever was. Terrific back up band he should be very proud of what he is producing today..
@scottyahney8565 Жыл бұрын
incredible band , Jon's voice is still GREAT !!!!!!!!!!!! STELLAR SOUND FROM ALL !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@thefool2007 Жыл бұрын
To say that this is simply f-ing incredible would be a gross understatement. I mean this is a true reproduction of Yes music despite it being a cover band with the original singer. I mean...DAMN. If you are thirsty for Yes music...you won't leave unsatisfied. I wish I could have made the Reading, PA show. This is uncanny.
@csxjax
Жыл бұрын
To call The Band Geeks a cover band is a bit disingenuous. They are all formally trained professional musicians. Richie Castellano has been a member of Blue Oyster Cult for 20 years.
@suedoughnim6665
11 ай бұрын
Have you seen their cover of Roundabout? I was very impressed. They had it down pat.
@donutcookiepie
3 күн бұрын
It’s incredibly rediculous is what it is.
@chachirumbles7986 Жыл бұрын
As good a brand of Yes as anything in a long time. Howe can't play with the same speed and dexterity as he did in his younger days, and the band was slowing the tempo as a result. Age does that to us all. It's nice hearing the songs at their original pace. It's also great hearing someone play bass with Squire's original style - it wouldn't be the same without Squire's thunder. The magic keyboardists' ridiculous fingers are amazing. Amazingly faithful, solid drumming. And of course Anderson is unaffected by time. Whatever it is out there calling itself Yes - they are not yes. They are the ghosts of yes. The sound of yes is onstage here - with Anderson and the amazing geeks.
@johncase2408 Жыл бұрын
Best Band on the Planet! L❤VE Band Geeks and Jon Anderson!
@yetivanmarshall1473
Жыл бұрын
That may very well be the 'Case' 😅. I've seen everyone from ACDC to Zappa and this blows most of them away including the mighty Zep and VH.
@random2202610 ай бұрын
Phenomenal rendition. Kudos to all the players on that stage! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
@kenhaynes942 Жыл бұрын
Truly amazing ... Jon's voice and energy at almost 80, and an amazing band who sounds like the original! Love the Firebird intro, too!
@kevthebass Жыл бұрын
To me, this is a damn sight better than the tosh masquerading as Yes under Steve Howe's guidance. Great stuff.
@dhalsim-1
Жыл бұрын
I went to see Howie's Yes a while ago. The band was good enough but during the show Howie started bleating on about brexit for some stupid reason. Spoilt it a bit.
@rosemarywessel1294
Жыл бұрын
Yeah. Getting tired of His Grumpiness. He's also lost his edge pretty consistently. This combo here IS Yes as far as I'm concerned.
@donutcookiepie
Жыл бұрын
Says Anderson worshiping janitors
@JayJayPee123
Жыл бұрын
Steve Howe can't keep up with the tempos. He sucks now
@robrussell532911 ай бұрын
I remember listening to this song at full blast in 1971 on a Pioneer receiver and pretty good speakers. It was in my best friend's bedroom (when his Mom wasn't home.) Were now 70 years old - and the song is still here!!!
@Discrimination_is_not_a_right Жыл бұрын
The symbolism of playing The Firebird for Jon's entrance isn't lost on me.
@hendersg2007 Жыл бұрын
OMG, Yes is back. I cant believe what Im hearing and seeing. Jon's voice is phenomenal and this band is perfect. Howe's Yes is a joke. Take a back seat. There is no Yes without Jon Anderson. and the Band Geeks cut the mustard boy....WOW!!!!!!!
@ianwhite6670 Жыл бұрын
Spot on performance.
@lotushack1112 ай бұрын
79 years old and doesn't miss a note
@jeffschielka78452 ай бұрын
Jon Anderson THE VOICE. THE MASTER. FOREVER YES❣️❣️❣️🎤🎤🎤 Love and Light ❤🌅
@puddleglumsmusiccollection9151 Жыл бұрын
Better than the current "Yes" with no original members
@nrg16108
Жыл бұрын
Except Howe and they play very slow & uninspired unlike Jons new band!
@lindazee
2 ай бұрын
@@nrg16108 Steve was not an original member either, although part of the subsequent, breakout lineup.
@MarkGarber-mt8yf
Ай бұрын
Not better, and Steve Howe is as close to original member as it gets. I’ve seen both and they are fantastic.
@debranelson198711 ай бұрын
Wow, Jon still has that pure, beautiful high tenor voice.
@Bosiota16 ай бұрын
Jon Anderson is a miracle of the life
@Southbound63 Жыл бұрын
Can’t Waite to see the wonderful Jon Anderson singing Close to the Edge live again in the UK. Rock on Jon.
@davidgregory49Ай бұрын
Audience reaction says it all 👏❤️
@jupiterlegrand4817 Жыл бұрын
I've been loving Yes since 1971, saw them live a dozen times and...there are no words. Have been wishing for a time machine until now. This is beyond great. THAT voice with guys who REALLY do justice to the music. Speechless.
@reggieg2303
11 ай бұрын
Agreed, so many great shows. The Relayer tour with the Roger Dean light pods was a standout.
@Cindy-rj1uz
11 ай бұрын
Saw them live in 1972 first time I heard your is no Disgrace was live. Love Band Geeks
@donutcookiepie
3 күн бұрын
No. You’ve been an Anderson fan since 1971. You’re not a Yes fan.
@alfhookham Жыл бұрын
This took me back 52 years to when I first heard it. As good now as it was then. Please come to the UK - COME TO WALES - WE LOVE YOU!!
@dougbertrand9040 Жыл бұрын
😅Every note pure, every harmony spot-on, every drumbeat perfectly timed. It's like I can close my eyes and envision the times I saw Chris, Steve, Jon, Rick, and Alan perform these songs at a dozen different concerts in the '70's. Thank you guys for an extremely wonderful performance. I just wish people would get off the "Oh, this one is better than that one" BS, and appreciate this for what it is no matter what iteration is playing it.......GREAT FUCKING MUSIC!! conceived, created, and performed by Prog Rock geniuses.
@psychedelicbadger4092 Жыл бұрын
Happy for Jon and all that.... but thank God I got to see the real thing on so many occasions between 1989 and 2004. Truly grateful. RIP Chris and Alan.
@stephenslade1639
Жыл бұрын
yeah. will always remember them walking thru the crowd at Wembley Arena singing Time & A Word at the start of the show. Jon completely acappello. May have dropped a couple of octaves or whatever since the old days but at 80 he has to be the greatest rock vocalist ever. Always loved Plant, Gillan etc but nobody can still do it like Jon.
@TooSkinnyKenny Жыл бұрын
Disgrace is right behind "And You And I" as my favorite yes tune. And this great video proves Anderson is perfectly capable of reproducing Yes music without the rest of the band.
@craigmadden243511 ай бұрын
OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WOW!!!!!!!!!!
@seanoconnell7568 Жыл бұрын
Never thought I’d be hearing this again in all its (morning) glory! Fabulous ❤
@tperki2322 Жыл бұрын
I must have waited all my life for this... Love it. Thanks JA and Band Geeks.
@chriskrafcheck4183 Жыл бұрын
They have the energy feel, and passion flowing through them. Yes is alive in them.💖
@unstablebobgable Жыл бұрын
Big Prog Rock will never die! Jon Anderson is a God!
@georgejones5659 Жыл бұрын
I saw Yes in 1974 in Dallas and about 20 years ago, I like Jon singing - wish he had been here 20 years in Houston Some of the greatest Rock n Roll - masterpieces.
@RayyMusik Жыл бұрын
The most unique voice of rock history still going strong. Live long and prosper, Jon! 🖖 The band is excellent. However, it takes two certainly talented keyboardists to replace one Wakeman!
@jbognap
Жыл бұрын
Chris could do it by himself, and it would sound like Yes in concert, but with the added keyboardist, it sounds like a Yes record - with his added vocals to boot.
@JigOfTheDubGopher
Жыл бұрын
Jon Anderson asked for the additional keyboards to offer some orchestral touches.
@1adneumann
Жыл бұрын
You could clone 50 Geoff Downes and it would'nt matter.
@Magnetron33
Жыл бұрын
@@jbognap that is the idea too
@dbc7772011
10 ай бұрын
I’m fine with 2 keyboardists. In fact, add another bass player also, or guitarist etc. it is nearly impossible to replicate the recorded music we all love. Many recordings have overdubs and additions that I love but are nearly impossible to produce live with 5 musicians. I’m appreciating Chris more and more, RIP. What thunder he made!
@jeffmatthews9120 Жыл бұрын
Very good! The band should be named, "Definitely Yes!"
@peterdesmond1829 Жыл бұрын
Great performance !! So glad…. Jon sounds fantastic !!
@twinsmm13 ай бұрын
Yay! got tickets for June 3, 2024 in Rochester!
@lindazee
2 ай бұрын
You're going to LOVE it!!!💚
@artmccartan4911
2 ай бұрын
June 18th outside Pittsburgh. Taking my 30yr old daughter back to 1978
@twinsmm1
Ай бұрын
@@lindazee yep! i already loved it a little over a year ago in collingswood nj. ...now closer to home.
@lindazee
Ай бұрын
I'll be seeing them again this Thursday in NJ (New Brunswick) Getting in as many shows while Jon is still going strong. He's a treasure and a marvel! This music makes me so happy 😊 💚
@yetivanmarshall1473
Ай бұрын
@@lindazee New Brunswick was a rough night sound wise. By June 3rd they were much tighter. I've got one more show on Sept 27th. I hope Jon's voice can take this length of a tour.
@tjsound1258 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely stunning.
@vhbr68 Жыл бұрын
La verdad,es que suenan muy YES😊
@witeskyn7 Жыл бұрын
"I recognize the drummer...bassist and guitarist...keysmen....Who's the Singer??" ;) (I'll get me coat...) :D All kidding aside, Long Time Yesfan here (Since 1971) ! It's an understatement to say that it's about stinkin' time that Jon Roy Anderson gets back to where he truly lives, SINGING YES SONGS!!! You guys are ALL sounding so fantastic together.... The world needs it right now.
@Meddled11 ай бұрын
This is a much more enjoyable listen than whatever is currently touring as 'Yes'. Steve Howe and yes-men stumbling their way sluggishly through the hits.
@ChrisBenjamin-fo1bf Жыл бұрын
Amazing 👏 This is how YES should sound 👍👍
@matthewarnold5550
Жыл бұрын
HELL YES ! (no pun Intended). While I'm a Huge Steve Howe fan, his current Entourage/Lineup of "Yes" DOESN'T Cut it !...they sound like a Yes Tribute band with a Slow, Plodding Rhythm & Pace, and Jon Davison, despite his efforts, DOESN'T do it for me on vocals ! Thank You, Jon Anderson, for Re-Energizing the sound of Classic YES !
@billfletcher7602 Жыл бұрын
Wow! His voice sounds as good as it ever has and that's a helluva band, to boot
@RevMikeBlack Жыл бұрын
I had the privilege of seeing Yes on the Topographic Oceans tour when I was in high school. It was over fifty years ago and I still remember it like it was yesterday. The impact was that great. What a band! (Rest in peace, Chris Squire.)
@belalugrisi1614 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for posting, 4Relayer! I saw three of these amazing shows! Epic? √ Classic √ YES √ "The best is yet to come." - Jon Anderson
@cacornhusker2940 Жыл бұрын
What an Awesome Show, and thanks for the Videos. i saw Yes Twice in the 70's, '74 for the Relayer Tour and in '78. Been A huge fan since i heard Roundabout and the Fragile Album in the 70's had to had every album starting with Time and A Word. Jon still has the best Voice in Rock and Roll...Hands Down.
@johnnydessi8567 Жыл бұрын
the Real Yes Spirit!!!!
@yetivanmarshall1473 Жыл бұрын
Great capture. TY
@omarcapaso7156 Жыл бұрын
Man hope they do more shows in the future.
@cindydahl9635 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely surreal😊😊😊
@paulw3745 Жыл бұрын
Yes... f-ing incredible! ++++. Saw Yes at Wembley Arena (in the round) in 1978 (or was it 79? ... whatever...) . 2nd most memorable gig I've ever been to. I would go anywhere in the world to hear these guys. Jon, it took me many years to understand but, may peace be with your spirit.🥰
@susanssunАй бұрын
This is exquisite! 🌞
@ianwhite6670 Жыл бұрын
Sounds great.
@oneyesfanАй бұрын
This good, very good. JA voice still putting it out. I love the drummer. He is really pushing the train down the tracks hard, love it. Guitar guy is spot on, Bass is there, keys is there. JA has found a good thing here. May not last long but if this is last swan song he pulled off a great ending. (ARW still killed it).
@mariorossi5059 Жыл бұрын
If you have the original singer, you're 90% there. And if you've got a killer band like this, you're pretty darn close to 100% - Jon sounds AMAZING!!
@donutcookiepie
Жыл бұрын
Well you're quite literally off by 70% but that figures
@DCB728
Жыл бұрын
I agree. About 20% there. Howe and Squire were such a huge part of Yes. Irreplaceable IMHO. And If Anderson sounds "so amazing", why does he use a co-lead singer?
@avfc1956 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely fantastic! Wow! 😍😃
@richshields6692 Жыл бұрын
Amazing. Better than the current yes line up ! Love it !
@donutcookiepie
Жыл бұрын
No it definitely isn't
@stony2494 Жыл бұрын
Outstanding 😎🙏❤️👍
@ultimatebasses Жыл бұрын
I love everything this band covers, and having Jon front the show is pure magic. Please come to Canada! 🇨🇦
@TheSpoonwood Жыл бұрын
This is a super performance ...and the mix is wonderful .. .....ps crazy how Jon's tambourine is so there!
@catfdljws Жыл бұрын
ok, the guitarist didn't take a full solo, but what he played in that section was masterful and very respectful of the original, and kudos to him.
@alasdairmcgregor4334 Жыл бұрын
I’m blown away. A note perfect rendition of my favourite Yessong.
@andrewvince1896 Жыл бұрын
👏 Awesome 👏 well done 👍 This is the first song YIND, I remember hearing on the radio on WABX in Detroit back in 71, that made me an instant Yes Fan! No disrespect here to Yes of today, which have a brilliant new Album coming out later this month. It is what it is. YES is always evolving.
@harrisrosenberg7992 Жыл бұрын
JON ❤ this is way better than ARW 2018. ARW was great I was blessed. But this JON and Band Geeks... AMAZING WOW BLOWN AWAY this is 100% REAL YES JON ANDERSON ❤
@CareyGoin Жыл бұрын
Outstanding!!!
@heckensteiner4713 Жыл бұрын
YES!
@gregsmith1955 Жыл бұрын
Spot-on
@yetivanmarshall1473 Жыл бұрын
I think 4/29 was their best show not because I was there but because it was the second night at the same venue, all the sound bugs would have been worked out, they were familiar with the stage, and they were recording the entire show.
@markcbrems Жыл бұрын
Superb. So satisfying.
@Casinofire1 Жыл бұрын
John Anderson has always been one of my favorite singers. He still sounds amazing
@davidedge6512 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant.
@peevmania Жыл бұрын
HOLY SH*T!!!! INCREDIBLE! CONGRATS TO ALL! STELLER!!!!
@twinsmm16 ай бұрын
I was there. Great show.
@user-ps8fg7pu7z11 ай бұрын
Superb!
@jamesmastrianni8966 Жыл бұрын
You guys all crushed it…and Graziano is on f*ckin’ fire.
@midnittkr Жыл бұрын
I've seen YES 9 times going back to the 70's and 6 of those times was with Jon Anderson....a true legend!!!!!!!!!!!
@rickjarmin4 ай бұрын
Well hellooooo there. I've been waiting for this.
@shawnduffy3380 Жыл бұрын
GREAT! That's all.
@sidalientv2 ай бұрын
The guitarist is amazing!
@joeymacification Жыл бұрын
PLEASE continue this tour!!!
@jonathonedwardmiller11 ай бұрын
This is definitely no disgrace what a great rendition!!
@KLTrainz Жыл бұрын
Unreal sounding! Closest thing to the original we'll ever get to hear live! I love when the song ends and Jon spins around crediting the band, he points at Andy the drummer 13:06
@markalexander905musicsound2 Жыл бұрын
I'm a lifelong Yes fan, and I have to say -- this is SO MUCH BETTER than anything I've seen or heard from the "real" Yes that Steve Howe is touring with. This rivals the ARW shows I saw a few years back.
@louiscarrillo5873 Жыл бұрын
Wow. This is fun!!! Very well played
@hillmillenia Жыл бұрын
Wow Richie you guys nailed it and that vocalist.. great addition to the band Geeks! 😂
@lindazee
2 ай бұрын
Yeah, how'd they ever find that young whippersnapper! 😅😂💚💚💚
@amygeyer1166 Жыл бұрын
THIS RIGHT HERE ❤
@walmyvlad2966 Жыл бұрын
OH! And Jon's voice still strong!! That don't happen by accident. Brother 's gotta be practicing somewhere. Outstanding. Yeah I'll go see them.
@l1sakr1s Жыл бұрын
Yours Is no Disgrace is the greatest track ever written .Still sounding as great as ever over fifty years later .Steve Howe's Yes tribute band are not a s good as this band with Jon;s voice superb as ever .
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Jon Anderson has found his Yes, again. What a totally beautiful thing!
@corcoscoro
Жыл бұрын
Espero que haga un disco con temas nuevos con musica de YES!!
@hectorchavez3405
Жыл бұрын
He never lost it , the other members did , Steve Howe tours with a band he calls yes but the feeling just isn’t there
@harrisrosenberg7992
Жыл бұрын
This is YES 2023 REAL DEAL
@harrisrosenberg7992
Жыл бұрын
THIS IS REAL YES.
@harrisrosenberg7992
Жыл бұрын
Eat your heart out steve Howe and billy Sherwood. Only JON IS YES
Jon Anderson has always been my favorite Prog Rock vocalist. He is not only the voice of Yes, but the voice of an entire genre of excellent music. Long live PROG!
This. This combo right here. This is for True Believers. So glad the Band Geeks and Jon found each other. This is the true spirit of these songs right here. Stellar.
These guys could take this show across the Globe! I HOPE THEY DO!!!!!!!!
@davesober2093
Жыл бұрын
Considering there was about $14 revenue for this show...just sayin.
@donutcookiepie
Жыл бұрын
From what I understand Anderson is taking children to tour with him next time as he did before
@donutcookiepie
3 күн бұрын
Anderson can’t afford that unless he does it with unpaid children. But I’m sure he will do that again. Just be a little patient.
@ricky4001cs
3 күн бұрын
@@donutcookiepie lol
Steve howe plays with tribute band singers and other imitators while Jon Anderson plays with studio musicians who love Yes music. Jon sounds incredible almost at 80! I can barely get out of bed at 70 old. What a blessing ! Appreciate what we have-miracles can't last.
@bigua1428
Ай бұрын
So so so much better than actual Yes line-up ¡
@AldousHuxleysCat
Ай бұрын
I agree that Steve Howes band is no match for these guys, however I don't think it's fair to say they're not good musicians. I'm not really sure what the problem with that band is but there's definitely something off. If I was going to guess the only actual band member is Steve and everyone else is simply a paid side man. It's not a real partnership or meeting of mines it's one guy in charge. Not that that's much different from a lot of fans. I get the feeling Jon is treating these guys as equals and they're probably not just paid sidemen
@johnurban7333
Ай бұрын
When you have musicians playing music that was invented from other musicians you have a tribute band. Jon Anderson is the only original band member here
@johnurban7333
Ай бұрын
@@bigua1428doesn’t have the same feel or energy than the original band. Just watch Yessongs on KZread. Huge difference
@AldousHuxleysCat
Ай бұрын
@@johnurban7333 I am certainly no fan of the Steve Howe presents the music of yes band, you can't say that he wasn't integral to the creation of the vast majority of music at this band is playing
The guitarist here is top notch and Jon's voice is still phenomenal. Everything in this performance is absolutely stellar! WOW!
So very beautiful. Tears. Thank YOU Jon.
@ronskopitz2360
Жыл бұрын
This!!!
This blows away any so called YES since the early 90s with Trevor. Band is 100% on fire!!! Jon's voice is brilliant. Thank you for this post and making my day. Loved the bass.
Guitar player nailed it. Amazing!
Hearing the Firebird Suite brings back teenage memories, My friend and I so happy and excited that the band were close to coming on stage .We usually felt over whelmed and emotional after seeing Yes Play, Then for a few hours after, very happy and hyper, Talking Teenage make believe stories, and felt in another world. No drugs needed. We were naturally high, High the memories. 💜
Still blows my mind. So talented, all of them! So respectful of the music and the original players. A must see in 2024!
Excellent!! Brought back memories from the 70s! YES!
I was there........been a YES fan for 50 years......was blown away.
I have missed this tempo for so many years. INCREDIBLE STILL!
@freddiesoverbite6162
Жыл бұрын
I hear you man. I think the last time I saw them come close to this tempo was when I saw the ladder tour in 1999.
Jon's voice is as good as it ever was. Terrific back up band he should be very proud of what he is producing today..
incredible band , Jon's voice is still GREAT !!!!!!!!!!!! STELLAR SOUND FROM ALL !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
To say that this is simply f-ing incredible would be a gross understatement. I mean this is a true reproduction of Yes music despite it being a cover band with the original singer. I mean...DAMN. If you are thirsty for Yes music...you won't leave unsatisfied. I wish I could have made the Reading, PA show. This is uncanny.
@csxjax
Жыл бұрын
To call The Band Geeks a cover band is a bit disingenuous. They are all formally trained professional musicians. Richie Castellano has been a member of Blue Oyster Cult for 20 years.
@suedoughnim6665
11 ай бұрын
Have you seen their cover of Roundabout? I was very impressed. They had it down pat.
@donutcookiepie
3 күн бұрын
It’s incredibly rediculous is what it is.
As good a brand of Yes as anything in a long time. Howe can't play with the same speed and dexterity as he did in his younger days, and the band was slowing the tempo as a result. Age does that to us all. It's nice hearing the songs at their original pace. It's also great hearing someone play bass with Squire's original style - it wouldn't be the same without Squire's thunder. The magic keyboardists' ridiculous fingers are amazing. Amazingly faithful, solid drumming. And of course Anderson is unaffected by time. Whatever it is out there calling itself Yes - they are not yes. They are the ghosts of yes. The sound of yes is onstage here - with Anderson and the amazing geeks.
Best Band on the Planet! L❤VE Band Geeks and Jon Anderson!
@yetivanmarshall1473
Жыл бұрын
That may very well be the 'Case' 😅. I've seen everyone from ACDC to Zappa and this blows most of them away including the mighty Zep and VH.
Phenomenal rendition. Kudos to all the players on that stage! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
Truly amazing ... Jon's voice and energy at almost 80, and an amazing band who sounds like the original! Love the Firebird intro, too!
To me, this is a damn sight better than the tosh masquerading as Yes under Steve Howe's guidance. Great stuff.
@dhalsim-1
Жыл бұрын
I went to see Howie's Yes a while ago. The band was good enough but during the show Howie started bleating on about brexit for some stupid reason. Spoilt it a bit.
@rosemarywessel1294
Жыл бұрын
Yeah. Getting tired of His Grumpiness. He's also lost his edge pretty consistently. This combo here IS Yes as far as I'm concerned.
@donutcookiepie
Жыл бұрын
Says Anderson worshiping janitors
@JayJayPee123
Жыл бұрын
Steve Howe can't keep up with the tempos. He sucks now
I remember listening to this song at full blast in 1971 on a Pioneer receiver and pretty good speakers. It was in my best friend's bedroom (when his Mom wasn't home.) Were now 70 years old - and the song is still here!!!
The symbolism of playing The Firebird for Jon's entrance isn't lost on me.
OMG, Yes is back. I cant believe what Im hearing and seeing. Jon's voice is phenomenal and this band is perfect. Howe's Yes is a joke. Take a back seat. There is no Yes without Jon Anderson. and the Band Geeks cut the mustard boy....WOW!!!!!!!
Spot on performance.
79 years old and doesn't miss a note
Jon Anderson THE VOICE. THE MASTER. FOREVER YES❣️❣️❣️🎤🎤🎤 Love and Light ❤🌅
Better than the current "Yes" with no original members
@nrg16108
Жыл бұрын
Except Howe and they play very slow & uninspired unlike Jons new band!
@lindazee
2 ай бұрын
@@nrg16108 Steve was not an original member either, although part of the subsequent, breakout lineup.
@MarkGarber-mt8yf
Ай бұрын
Not better, and Steve Howe is as close to original member as it gets. I’ve seen both and they are fantastic.
Wow, Jon still has that pure, beautiful high tenor voice.
Jon Anderson is a miracle of the life
Can’t Waite to see the wonderful Jon Anderson singing Close to the Edge live again in the UK. Rock on Jon.
Audience reaction says it all 👏❤️
I've been loving Yes since 1971, saw them live a dozen times and...there are no words. Have been wishing for a time machine until now. This is beyond great. THAT voice with guys who REALLY do justice to the music. Speechless.
@reggieg2303
11 ай бұрын
Agreed, so many great shows. The Relayer tour with the Roger Dean light pods was a standout.
@Cindy-rj1uz
11 ай бұрын
Saw them live in 1972 first time I heard your is no Disgrace was live. Love Band Geeks
@donutcookiepie
3 күн бұрын
No. You’ve been an Anderson fan since 1971. You’re not a Yes fan.
This took me back 52 years to when I first heard it. As good now as it was then. Please come to the UK - COME TO WALES - WE LOVE YOU!!
😅Every note pure, every harmony spot-on, every drumbeat perfectly timed. It's like I can close my eyes and envision the times I saw Chris, Steve, Jon, Rick, and Alan perform these songs at a dozen different concerts in the '70's. Thank you guys for an extremely wonderful performance. I just wish people would get off the "Oh, this one is better than that one" BS, and appreciate this for what it is no matter what iteration is playing it.......GREAT FUCKING MUSIC!! conceived, created, and performed by Prog Rock geniuses.
Happy for Jon and all that.... but thank God I got to see the real thing on so many occasions between 1989 and 2004. Truly grateful. RIP Chris and Alan.
@stephenslade1639
Жыл бұрын
yeah. will always remember them walking thru the crowd at Wembley Arena singing Time & A Word at the start of the show. Jon completely acappello. May have dropped a couple of octaves or whatever since the old days but at 80 he has to be the greatest rock vocalist ever. Always loved Plant, Gillan etc but nobody can still do it like Jon.
Disgrace is right behind "And You And I" as my favorite yes tune. And this great video proves Anderson is perfectly capable of reproducing Yes music without the rest of the band.
OMG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WOW!!!!!!!!!!
Never thought I’d be hearing this again in all its (morning) glory! Fabulous ❤
I must have waited all my life for this... Love it. Thanks JA and Band Geeks.
They have the energy feel, and passion flowing through them. Yes is alive in them.💖
Big Prog Rock will never die! Jon Anderson is a God!
I saw Yes in 1974 in Dallas and about 20 years ago, I like Jon singing - wish he had been here 20 years in Houston Some of the greatest Rock n Roll - masterpieces.
The most unique voice of rock history still going strong. Live long and prosper, Jon! 🖖 The band is excellent. However, it takes two certainly talented keyboardists to replace one Wakeman!
@jbognap
Жыл бұрын
Chris could do it by himself, and it would sound like Yes in concert, but with the added keyboardist, it sounds like a Yes record - with his added vocals to boot.
@JigOfTheDubGopher
Жыл бұрын
Jon Anderson asked for the additional keyboards to offer some orchestral touches.
@1adneumann
Жыл бұрын
You could clone 50 Geoff Downes and it would'nt matter.
@Magnetron33
Жыл бұрын
@@jbognap that is the idea too
@dbc7772011
10 ай бұрын
I’m fine with 2 keyboardists. In fact, add another bass player also, or guitarist etc. it is nearly impossible to replicate the recorded music we all love. Many recordings have overdubs and additions that I love but are nearly impossible to produce live with 5 musicians. I’m appreciating Chris more and more, RIP. What thunder he made!
Very good! The band should be named, "Definitely Yes!"
Great performance !! So glad…. Jon sounds fantastic !!
Yay! got tickets for June 3, 2024 in Rochester!
@lindazee
2 ай бұрын
You're going to LOVE it!!!💚
@artmccartan4911
2 ай бұрын
June 18th outside Pittsburgh. Taking my 30yr old daughter back to 1978
@twinsmm1
Ай бұрын
@@lindazee yep! i already loved it a little over a year ago in collingswood nj. ...now closer to home.
@lindazee
Ай бұрын
I'll be seeing them again this Thursday in NJ (New Brunswick) Getting in as many shows while Jon is still going strong. He's a treasure and a marvel! This music makes me so happy 😊 💚
@yetivanmarshall1473
Ай бұрын
@@lindazee New Brunswick was a rough night sound wise. By June 3rd they were much tighter. I've got one more show on Sept 27th. I hope Jon's voice can take this length of a tour.
Absolutely stunning.
La verdad,es que suenan muy YES😊
"I recognize the drummer...bassist and guitarist...keysmen....Who's the Singer??" ;) (I'll get me coat...) :D All kidding aside, Long Time Yesfan here (Since 1971) ! It's an understatement to say that it's about stinkin' time that Jon Roy Anderson gets back to where he truly lives, SINGING YES SONGS!!! You guys are ALL sounding so fantastic together.... The world needs it right now.
This is a much more enjoyable listen than whatever is currently touring as 'Yes'. Steve Howe and yes-men stumbling their way sluggishly through the hits.
Amazing 👏 This is how YES should sound 👍👍
@matthewarnold5550
Жыл бұрын
HELL YES ! (no pun Intended). While I'm a Huge Steve Howe fan, his current Entourage/Lineup of "Yes" DOESN'T Cut it !...they sound like a Yes Tribute band with a Slow, Plodding Rhythm & Pace, and Jon Davison, despite his efforts, DOESN'T do it for me on vocals ! Thank You, Jon Anderson, for Re-Energizing the sound of Classic YES !
Wow! His voice sounds as good as it ever has and that's a helluva band, to boot
I had the privilege of seeing Yes on the Topographic Oceans tour when I was in high school. It was over fifty years ago and I still remember it like it was yesterday. The impact was that great. What a band! (Rest in peace, Chris Squire.)
Thanks for posting, 4Relayer! I saw three of these amazing shows! Epic? √ Classic √ YES √ "The best is yet to come." - Jon Anderson
What an Awesome Show, and thanks for the Videos. i saw Yes Twice in the 70's, '74 for the Relayer Tour and in '78. Been A huge fan since i heard Roundabout and the Fragile Album in the 70's had to had every album starting with Time and A Word. Jon still has the best Voice in Rock and Roll...Hands Down.
the Real Yes Spirit!!!!
Great capture. TY
Man hope they do more shows in the future.
Absolutely surreal😊😊😊
Yes... f-ing incredible! ++++. Saw Yes at Wembley Arena (in the round) in 1978 (or was it 79? ... whatever...) . 2nd most memorable gig I've ever been to. I would go anywhere in the world to hear these guys. Jon, it took me many years to understand but, may peace be with your spirit.🥰
This is exquisite! 🌞
Sounds great.
This good, very good. JA voice still putting it out. I love the drummer. He is really pushing the train down the tracks hard, love it. Guitar guy is spot on, Bass is there, keys is there. JA has found a good thing here. May not last long but if this is last swan song he pulled off a great ending. (ARW still killed it).
If you have the original singer, you're 90% there. And if you've got a killer band like this, you're pretty darn close to 100% - Jon sounds AMAZING!!
@donutcookiepie
Жыл бұрын
Well you're quite literally off by 70% but that figures
@DCB728
Жыл бұрын
I agree. About 20% there. Howe and Squire were such a huge part of Yes. Irreplaceable IMHO. And If Anderson sounds "so amazing", why does he use a co-lead singer?
Absolutely fantastic! Wow! 😍😃
Amazing. Better than the current yes line up ! Love it !
@donutcookiepie
Жыл бұрын
No it definitely isn't
Outstanding 😎🙏❤️👍
I love everything this band covers, and having Jon front the show is pure magic. Please come to Canada! 🇨🇦
This is a super performance ...and the mix is wonderful .. .....ps crazy how Jon's tambourine is so there!
ok, the guitarist didn't take a full solo, but what he played in that section was masterful and very respectful of the original, and kudos to him.
I’m blown away. A note perfect rendition of my favourite Yessong.
👏 Awesome 👏 well done 👍 This is the first song YIND, I remember hearing on the radio on WABX in Detroit back in 71, that made me an instant Yes Fan! No disrespect here to Yes of today, which have a brilliant new Album coming out later this month. It is what it is. YES is always evolving.
JON ❤ this is way better than ARW 2018. ARW was great I was blessed. But this JON and Band Geeks... AMAZING WOW BLOWN AWAY this is 100% REAL YES JON ANDERSON ❤
Outstanding!!!
YES!
Spot-on
I think 4/29 was their best show not because I was there but because it was the second night at the same venue, all the sound bugs would have been worked out, they were familiar with the stage, and they were recording the entire show.
Superb. So satisfying.
John Anderson has always been one of my favorite singers. He still sounds amazing
Brilliant.
HOLY SH*T!!!! INCREDIBLE! CONGRATS TO ALL! STELLER!!!!
I was there. Great show.
Superb!
You guys all crushed it…and Graziano is on f*ckin’ fire.
I've seen YES 9 times going back to the 70's and 6 of those times was with Jon Anderson....a true legend!!!!!!!!!!!
Well hellooooo there. I've been waiting for this.
GREAT! That's all.
The guitarist is amazing!
PLEASE continue this tour!!!
This is definitely no disgrace what a great rendition!!
Unreal sounding! Closest thing to the original we'll ever get to hear live! I love when the song ends and Jon spins around crediting the band, he points at Andy the drummer 13:06
I'm a lifelong Yes fan, and I have to say -- this is SO MUCH BETTER than anything I've seen or heard from the "real" Yes that Steve Howe is touring with. This rivals the ARW shows I saw a few years back.
Wow. This is fun!!! Very well played
Wow Richie you guys nailed it and that vocalist.. great addition to the band Geeks! 😂
@lindazee
2 ай бұрын
Yeah, how'd they ever find that young whippersnapper! 😅😂💚💚💚
THIS RIGHT HERE ❤
OH! And Jon's voice still strong!! That don't happen by accident. Brother 's gotta be practicing somewhere. Outstanding. Yeah I'll go see them.
Yours Is no Disgrace is the greatest track ever written .Still sounding as great as ever over fifty years later .Steve Howe's Yes tribute band are not a s good as this band with Jon;s voice superb as ever .
The flying organ synth is fabulous