http://www.tommygunvideodvd.com Join TommygunVideo on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/pages/Tommyg... Close to the Edge performed live at Queen's Park Ranger's stadium in May of 1975. Available on Yes, A Celebration 1969-1979 2DVD set You can view the mini-movie/trailer for Yes, A Celebration 2-DVD set at my Dailymotion account here: http://www.dailymotion.com/user/Tommy.... it runs about 4 1/2 minutes Check out these CDs from my favorite Yes era: Yes - 1969 Time and a Word - 1970 The Yes Album - 1971 Fragile - 1971 Close to the Edge - 1972 Tales from Topographic Oceans - 1973 Relayer - 1974 Going for the One - 1977 Tormato - 1978 it runs about 4 1/2 minutes Check out these CDs from my favorite Yes era: Yes - 1969 Time and a Word - 1970 The Yes Album - 1971 Fragile - 1971 Close to the Edge - 1972 Tales from Topographic Oceans - 1973 Relayer - 1974 Going for the On e - 1977 Tormato - 1978
Yes - Close To The Edge Live 1975 (HD) - A Celebration 2DVD set
Yes (official)
It’s with the heaviest of hearts and unbearable sadness that we must inform you of the passing of our dear friend and Yes co-founder, Chris Squire. Chris peacefully passed away last night in Phoenix Arizona. We will have more information for you soon. https://www.facebook.com/yestheband/posts/1050133808331940
Chris Squire (Yes) interview - 1995: Why Chris is always in the band...
Chris Squire of Yes - Meeting Jimi Hendrix
Chris Squire of Yes talks about meeting Jimi Hendrix, how an accidental billing allowed him to play in front of some of the biggest names in music. Part of the EMP|SFM Oral History Live! series, Yes was interviewed live in JBL Theater by EMP|SFM Curator Jacob McMurray.http://www.empsfm.org/oralhistory
Steve Hackett @HackettOfficial
I'm gutted to hear of Chris Squire's passing... A huge talent who defined a genre and a great friend.
Bill Bruford
Really saddened to hear of the death of my old Yes band-mate, Chris Squire. I shall remember him fondly; one of the twin rocks upon which Yes was founded and, I believe, the only member to have been present and correct, Rickenbacker at the ready, on every tour. He and I had a working relationship built around our differences. Despite, or perhaps because of, the old chestnut about creative tension, it seemed, strangely, to work.
He had an approach that contrasted sharply with the somewhat monotonic, immobile bass parts of today. His lines were important; counter-melodic structural components that you were as likely to go away humming as the top line melody; little stand-alone works of art in themselves. Whenever I think of him, which is not infrequently, I think of the over-driven fuzz of the sinewy staccato hits in Close to the Edge (6’04” and on) or a couple of minutes later where he sounds like a tuba (8’.00”). While he may have taken a while to arrive at the finished article, it was always worth waiting for. And then he would sing a different part on top.
An individualist in an age when it was possible to establish individuality, Chris fearlessly staked out a whole protectorate of bass playing in which he was lord and master. I suspect he knew not only that he gave millions of people pleasure with his music, but also that he was fortunate to be able to do so. I offer sincere condolences to his family.
Adios, partner. Bill.
The photo is 1971, somewhere in Italy. L-R Steve Howe, Jon Anderson, Bill, Chris.
Rick Wakeman
Thanks for your life Chris. You may be gone but the music lives on for ever. You've personally left me with great memories and great music
Rush @rushtheband
We are saddened to learn of the passing of legendary rock bassist Chris Squire, co-founder of the band Yes.
Geddy offered a few words about what Chris meant to him as a bass player:
“Although we never met, I’m so sorry to hear about Chris Squire from Yes passing. As a bass player and innovator on the instrument he was a huge inspiration to me. Simply put, he was one of the greatest rock bassists of all time. My most sincere condolences to his family and friends.” http://www.rush.com/chris-squire-1948-2015/ …
Geezer Butler @GZRMusic
Shocked to hear of the passing of Chris Squire, one of the great bass players. RIP
Tony Franklin @FretlessMonster
Another great one leaves us. Saddened to hear of the passing of Yes bassist, Chris Squire. RIP Chris. You made your mark on music history.
Pete Trewavas @PeteTrewavas
Very saddened to here of the passing of Chris Squire. A massive influence on bass players, way beyond the Progressive genre.
Bryan Beller @bryanbeller
...so many Chris Squire basslines changed my approach forever. Compositionally as well. I could go on. Like @MikeKeneally said: Onward.
Doug Wimbish @DougWimbish
Prayers and blessings to Chris Squire and his family. Gone way too soon - thank you, Chris, for the music you shared with us.
Bjorn Englen @BjornEnglen
Another GREAT legendary bassist gone way too soon... R.I.P. Chris Squire of Yes
John Wetton @arkangel2605
Very sad to hear of Chris Squire's passing. We were friends for over 45 years. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Mark King @King42Mark
Sad news. Chris Squire has passed away. He advanced the bass with Yes, and was a big part of my youth. RIP
Geoffrey Downes @asiageoff
Utterly devastated beyond words to have to report the sad news of the passing of my dear friend, bandmate and inspiration Chris Squire. #yes
@GuitarWorld@yesofficial - Chris Squire! A great loss to Music! He was one of the greatest and most musical bass players ever!! Rip, Chris!
Alex Masi
This one really hits me hard. Chris Squire. I grew up listening, learning every single note recorded by YES, they were the soundtrack of my adolescence. Chris's contribution was gigantic, just listen to his contrapunctal work where the bass was moving in opposition to the main melody or when he would redefine the harmonic content of a passage by playing a note outside the scale, and most of the times he would do that while singing some extended chord harmony, truly a musical master, irreplaceable.
Bruce Kulick @brucekulick
RIP Chris Squire. Your incredible talent and bass playing is why I own this Rickenbacker bass 4001. @yes official
Mike Portnoy @MikePortnoy
I am absolutely FLOORED to hear the news of Chris Squire passing away...I had the honor of touring w Yes in 2004...Chris was a bass pioneer
Jordan Rudess
Im very saddened to hear about Chris Chris Squire's passing. He was a incredible musical force on this planet and we will all miss him and his music so much.
Gary Husband @GHusband
Sad to hear of the passing of Chris Squire today. Another original and big beast has gone. I feel very fortunate to have known him a little.
Tom Morello @tmorello
RIP Chris Squire, super bassist of Yes. An extremely talented musician's musician who mastered his instrument and took it to new realms.
ICONIC PROG ROCK BAND YES TO RELEASE “LIKE IT IS – YES AT THE MESA ARTS CENTER”
2CD/DVD & Blu Ray to be released in July on Frontiers
Frontiers Music Srl, is pleased to announce the upcoming live release by the legendary rock group YES, entitled LIKE IT IS - YES AT THE MESA ARTS CENTER on July 3rd in Europe and July 10th in North America.
Available in 2CD/DVD, Blu-ray and Digital formats, with a later release planned on vinyl too, this new live album, which follows a similar path to the successful release “Like It Is – Yes at the Bristol Hippodrome”, sees two of the band’s signature albums, 1971’s FRAGILE, and 1972’s CLOSE TO THE EDGE performed live in their entirety on the band’s 2014 world tour.
Recorded live on Tuesday August 12th, 2014 at the Ikeda Theater in Mesa, AZ, featuring Chris Squire, Steve Howe, Alan White Geoff Downes and Jon Davison, offers an exciting take on two amazing pieces of music which include live staples such as “Roundabout”, “Heart Of The Sunrise”, “And You and I” and the epic “Close to the Edge”.
“That evening in Mesa, Arizona was a great one. The audience was fantastic; they loved the music and really made it a very special night for us. And we were in top form. The music sounded great and we could have played all night,” says YES co-founder and bassist, Chris Squire. “ ‘Like It Is’ brings the magic and wonderful music of that evening to fans everywhere, and we’re sure they’ll enjoy listening to it as much as we did performing it.”
This new live release comes as YES continues one of its most fertile musical periods in their nearly five decade history and is a perfect companion piece to the other retrospective live release, “Like it Is – Yes at the Bristol Hippodrome”, which included amazing renditions of “Going for the One” and “The Yes Album”. Formed in 1968, the band has endured for nearly five decades and remains one of the most popular live touring acts in rock n roll. They have recently announced their US tour with label-mates TOTO. All dates and ticket links here: http://yesworld.com/2015/04/yes-and-t...
Tracklisting
Cd1 (Lp1): Close To The Edge; And You And I; Siberian Khatru.
Cd2 (Lp2): Roundabout; Cans And Brahms; We Have Heaven; South Side Of The Sky; Five Per Cent For Nothing; Long Distance Runaround; The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus); Mood For A Day; Heart Of The Sunrise.
Dvd / Blu Ray: Close To The Edge; And You And I; Siberian Khatru; Roundabout; Cans And Brahms; We Have Heaven; South Side Of The Sky; Five Per Cent For Nothing; Long Distance Runaround; The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus); Mood For A Day; Heart Of The Sunrise.
YES is:
Chris Squire, bass
Steve Howe, guitars
Alan White, drums
Geoff Downes, keyboards
Jon Davison, vocals
“Songs From Tsongas” contains the concert from Yes’ 35th Anniversary Tour in 2004, the last tour by the band to feature the classic line-up of Jon Anderson, Steve Howe, Chris Squire, Rick Wakeman and Alan White. DVD: http://smarturl.it/YesTsongasDVD Blu-ray: http://smarturl.it/YesTsongasBlu CD: http://smarturl.it/YesTsongasCD iTunes: http://smarturl.it/YesTsongasiTunes Contains the whole of the concert from the Tsongas Arena in Lowell, Massachusetts. This epic show features a brand new stage set by legendary designer and Yes collaborator Roger Dean and the setlist features tracks from across the band’s career including an extensive acoustic section (tracks 11 – 18) and some tracks that have rarely been performed live.
songs From Tsongas – 1) Intro/Firebird Suite 2) Going For The One 3) Sweet Dreams 4) Your Move / All Good People 5) Mind Drive Parts 1 & 2 6) South Side Of The Sky 7) Turn Of The Century 8) My Eyes 9) Mind Drive Part 3 10) Yours Is No Disgrace 11) The Meeting (Piano Solo) 12) Long Distance Runaround 13) Wonderous Stories 14) Time Is Time 15) Roundabout 16) Show Me 17) Owner Of A Lonely Heart 18) Second Initial (Guitar Solo) 19) Rhythm Of Love 20) And You And I 21) Every Little Thing 22) Starship Trooper
Premier Guitar's Shawn Hammond is on location in Omaha, Nebraska, where he catches up with Yes' Chris Squire and Steve Howe to check out their vintage gear, including old Rickenbackers, Gibsons, Fenders, and more.
One of the legendary YES line-ups reconvenes with Rick Wakeman, Bill Bruford, Steve Howe, and Jon Andersonall In the Studio to get really Close to the Edge, one of the pinnacles of progressive rock and the #1 seller, on its 40th anniversary the week of November 26. –Redbeard
* The New Studio Album By Squackett - The Collaborative Project By Yes Founder & Bass Guitarist Chris Squire & Former Genesis Guitarist & Solo Artist Steve Hackett
* The Major Progressive Rock Album Of 2012
* Cover & Main Feature In "Prog" Magazine
* Extensive International Press Coverage
* Reviews In Uncut", "Mojo", "Record Collector" & All Music Press & National Newspapers
* Air Play On Specialist Radio
* Coverage On Relevant Websites & Fanzines
Esoteric Recordings are pleased to announce the latest release on their front-line label, ESOTERIC ANTENNA, dedicated to new releases by both new acts and established artists. SQUACKETT is the hugely anticipated collaborative album project between two legends of Progressive Rock, Chris Squire and Steve Hackett.
With progressive rock (in its many forms) now seemingly more popular than ever, this collaboration from members of two of the godfathers of the genre is hugely exciting. Chris Squire has appeared on every YES album since 1969 and is widely regarded as one of the most influential bass guitarists of all time. Now an established solo artist, Steve Hackett first came to prominence as the guitarist with GENESIS. He was with the band from 1970 to 1977 and played on six studio albums and featured on three live albums before leaving to concentrate on his solo career.
The two met when Chris Squire was working on a solo album and needed some guitar parts. Chris was put in touch with Steve and through these sessions the idea for SQUACKETT was born. Over four years in the making, the "Squackett" album is very much more than the sum of its parts. "It was very much about a bunch of pals swapping notes and anecdotes," says Hackett "I think the material is simple and direct."
"It has a flavour to it that is reminiscent of a few things from different artists," says Squire. "There is some clever Prog Rock stuff on the album, some jazzy bits, but there are parts that have vocal harmonies like Crosby, Stills and Nash" - SQUACKETT is THE major Progressive Rock release of 2012.
1. A Life Within A Day
2. Tall Ships
3. Divided Self
4. Aliens
5. Sea Of Smiles
6. The Summer Backwards
7. Storm Chaser
8. Can't Stop The Rain
9. Perfect Love Song
Limited edition 7" vinyl single to be released on the 21st April for International Record Store Day.
Esoteric Antenna are pleased to announce the release of the hugely anticipated album by SQUACKETT, the collaborative project between two legends of Progressive Rock, Chris Squire and Steve Hackett.
With progressive rock (in its many forms) now seemingly more popular than ever, a collaboration from members of two godfathers of the genre is hugely exciting. Chris Squire has appeared on every YES album and is widely regarded as one of the most influential bass guitarists of all time. Now an established solo artist, Steve Hackett first came to prominence as the guitarist with GENESIS. He was in the band from 1971 to 1977 and played on six studio albums and three live albums before leaving to concentrate on his solo career. The two met when Chris Squire was working on a solo album and needed some guitar parts. Chris was put in touch with Steve and through these sessions the idea for SQUACKETT was born. Over four years in the making, the "Squackett" album is very much more than the sum of its parts. "It was very much about a bunch of pals swapping notes and anecdotes," says Hackett "I would say if people are looking for uncountable time signatures, in the main that's not what this album holds. I think the songs are more simple and direct." "It has a flavour to it that is reminiscent of a few things from different artists," says Squire. "There is some clever prog rock stuff in there, some jazzy bits but there are parts that have vocal harmonies like Crosby, Stills and Nash" Album tracklisting is as follows:
1. A Life Within a Day 2. Tall Ships 3. Divided Self 4. Aliens 5. Sea of Smiles 6. The Summer Backwards 7. Storm Chaser 8. Can't Stop the Rain 9. Perfect Love Song
The album will be released in the following formats - Standard CD - EANTCD 1002, Limited and Numbered Vinyl Edition - EANTLP 1002, Limited Edition 2 Disc Deluxe Edition (with hardback cover & 5.1 surround bonus disc) - EANTCD 2002.
On April 21st the band will release a limited edition 7" vinyl single to tie in with International Record Store Day - http://www.recordstoreday.com. The single will be "Sea of Smiles" (single edit) b/w "Perfect Love Song" and Cat number is EANTS 1001
For further Info: National: Duff Battye @ Duff Press 020 7736 7611 / 07904 385308 duff@duffpress.co.uk Regional: Jon Jones @ Duff Press 020 7736 7611 / 07506 692018 jon@duffpress.co.uk Online: Chris Dean @ duff Press 020 7736 7611 chris@duffpress.co.uk
'A Life Within A Day'
'Tall Ships'
'Divided Self'
'Aliens'
'Sea Of Smiles'
'The Summer Backwards'
'Storm Chaser'
'Can't Stop The Rain'
'Perfect Love Song'
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