Billy Sherwood Talks #Yes50, ‘Topographic Drama’ and a Tribute to Chris Squire
Billy Sherwood joined Preston Frazier to discuss Yes’ 50th anniversary plans, a new-look live album, and continuing work on a Chris Squire tribute project.
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Yes, “Big Generator” from Big Generator (1987): YESterdays
“Big Generator,” the title track from Yes’ 12th studio album, seems desperate in its need to sound modern.
Esso Afrojam Funkbeat, World Trade, Tomi Malm + others: Five for the Road
This occasional look at road-worthy artists includes Esso Afrojam Funkbeat, Billy Sherwood’s World Trade, Tomi Malm and others.
China Crisis, “Tragedy & Mystery” from Working With Fire and Steel (2017 reissue): One Track Mind
China Crisis’ ‘Working with Fire and Steel’ has been expanded with two bonus discs that are equally as enchanting as the original release.
Toto, “Love Has the Power” from Past to Present (1990): Toto Tuesdays
Toto’s greatest-hits album included bonus tracks with yet another new singer. Jean-Michel Byron wasn’t around long, but he left a lasting impression.
Chicago, “Skinny Boy” from Chicago VII (1974): Saturdays in the Park
“Skinny Boy,” a song that later appeared on the Robert Lamm solo album of the same name, was this weird little treat to end a great Chicago album.
Chicago, “Woman Don’t Want to Love Me” from Chicago VII (1974): Saturdays In The Park
The fact that “Woman Don’t Want to Love Me” is a lesser song on ‘Chicago VII’ is a testament to how strong the rest of the album really is.
Michael McDonald – Wide Open (2017)
‘Wide Open’ may well be Michael McDonald’s most musically dense and compelling studio project – and that’s saying something.
Yes, “Hearts” from 90125 (1983): YESterdays
What a way to end Yes’ ‘90125,’ the biggest album from the world’s greatest progressive rock band.
Chicago, “Wishing You Were Here” from Chicago VII (1974): Saturdays in the Park
Is this Peter Cetera-composed, Terry Kath-sung track the best ballad in Chicago’s canon, or just one of many highs?
