Articles by: Mike Tiano

Why the Beatles Were the First Global Cultural Phenomenon

Why the Beatles Were the First Global Cultural Phenomenon

The Beatles leapt onto the international stage some 60 years ago. Mike Tiano returns to that remarkable era to explain how it happened.

A Genesis Prog Lineup: Improbable But Not Impossible

A Genesis Prog Lineup: Improbable But Not Impossible

In a return to prog, Yes members once reformed as Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe. Could Genesis do the same with Banks Gabriel Hackett Rutherford?

Two Beatles Songs That Take the ‘Revolver’ Reissue to the Next Level

Two Beatles Songs That Take the ‘Revolver’ Reissue to the Next Level

The revolution in sound associated with the Beatles’ soon-to-be-reissued ‘Revolver’ actually began with a couple of its bonus tracks.

The Kids in the Hall: Return of the ‘Comedy Punks’

The Kids in the Hall: Return of the ‘Comedy Punks’

Mike Tiano traces the winding road that brought the beloved Canadian comedy troupe Kids in the Hall back to television.

Alan White, the Beatles, and Me: An Appreciation

Alan White, the Beatles, and Me: An Appreciation

Mike Tiano remembers how music and Microsoft brought the legendary drummer Alan White into his life.

Yes’ ‘Close to the Edge’: The Coda Key Change

Yes’ ‘Close to the Edge’: The Coda Key Change

Mike Tiano explores how a subsequent update on the title track of Yes’ masterpiece ‘Close to the Edge’ happened – and why it matters.

‘Get Back’: Rescuing the ‘Wonder’ of the Beatles

‘Get Back’: Rescuing the ‘Wonder’ of the Beatles

Mike Tiano says Peter Jackson’s sweeping ‘Get Back’ documentary did something miraculous for those who followed the Beatles during their heyday.

The Best Prog Album of 2021 You’re Not Hearing?

The Best Prog Album of 2021 You’re Not Hearing?

Mike Tiano’s recently released progressive-rock LP ‘Creetisvan’ features contributions from David Sancious, Randy George and Billy Sherwood.

My Small Contribution to the Yes Symphonic Tour

My Small Contribution to the Yes Symphonic Tour

Mike Tiano recalls when Yes guitarist Steve Howe incorporated one of his ideas into the set during the band’s 2001 symphonic tour.

Being My Own Hero: Neil Peart & My Connection to Rush

Being My Own Hero: Neil Peart & My Connection to Rush

With Neil Peart’s passing, Mike Tiano reflects on his connection to Rush through working for Canadian rock artists during the 1970s.