Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Open Letter: Stop Being the Old Boys’ Club
Mike Tiano makes a new argument for Yes’ long-overdue induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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Yes, “Madrigal” from Tormato (1978): YESterdays
“Madrigal” may be the only track on Yes’ disappointing 1978 album ‘Tormato’ which ends too soon.
Greg Lake (1947-2016): How His Childhood Song ‘Lucky Man’ Got That Crazy Moog Solo
Greg Lake was recording Emerson Lake and Palmer’s “Lucky Man” alone. Then Keith Emerson returned from the pub – and Lake had an idea.
Preston Frazier’s Best Concerts of 2016: Stevie Nicks, Yes, Hiromi, Dolly Parton + others
Preston Frazier lists his five Best Concerts of 2016, with two special honorable mentions.
Mabel Greer’s Toyshop, “Big Brother, Little Brother” (2016): One Track Mind
Mabel Greer’s Toyshop, the pre-Yes progressive rock legends, are offering listeners a taste of their forthcoming 2017 album.
Yes, “Don’t Kill The Whale” from Tormato (1978): YESterdays
This second song from Yes’ ‘Tormato’ has a more straight-ahead sensibility than we usually expect from the world’s greatest progressive rock band.
Esquire featuring Nikki Squire, “Ministry of Life” (2016): One Track Mind
“Ministry of Life” is an excellent preface for what’s coming on ‘Esquire III: No Spare Planet,’ the third album from Yes co-founder Chris Squire’s ex-wife Nikki Squire.
Yes, “Future Times / Rejoice” from Tormato (1978): YESterdays
As an opening track, “Future Times/Rejoice” is not a good omen for the rest of Yes’ ‘Tormato.’
Yes, “Awaken” from Going For the One (1977): YESterdays
Up until recently, “Awaken” was at the bottom of my list when I thought of Yes’ so-called epic songs.
Yes, “Wonderous Stories” from Going For the One (1977): YESterdays
Over just three verses and one hook-driven chorus, Yes’ “Wonderous Stories” demonstrates prog rock in its direct and most accessible form.
