Yes, “Hour of Need” from ‘Fly From Here’ (2011): YESterdays
Let’s sort through Yes’ Steve Howe-written song “Hour of Need,” which went through a myriad of versions between 2005 and 2018.
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Yes, “Life On a Film Set” from ‘Fly From Here’ (2011): YESterdays
The original version of this Geoff Downes / Trevor Horn composition offers one of my favorite vocals from Yes’ departed third frontman Benoit David.
Jon Anderson – ‘1000 Hands’ (2020)
In its own wise way, Jon Anderson’s guest-filled, often quietly involving new solo album ‘1000 Hands’ sails pretty darn “close to the edge.”
Yes, “The Man You Always Wanted to Be” from ‘Fly From Here’ (2011): YESterdays
Chris Squire’s last Yes lead vocal takes ‘Fly From Here’ in an unexpected yet rewarding new direction.
Yes, “Fly From Here Suite” from ‘Fly From Here’ (2011): YESterdays
When ‘Fly From Here’ was released, I remember my excitement that Yes was still capable of transcending barriers which would have stopped other bands.
Yes, “Time is Time” from ‘Magnification’ (2001): YESterdays
Yes seemed to be marking the turning of a page – and, in a very real way, they were: “Time is Time” became a wonderful end for co-founder Jon Anderson.
Yes, “In the Presence Of” from ‘Magnification’ (2001): YESterdays
While not as adventurous as the preceding “Dreamtime,” this simply fantastic ballad is executed with the level of finesse expected from Yes.
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.
Yes, “Dreamtime” from ‘Magnification’ (2001): YESterdays
Despite its lyrical and production faults, “Dreamtime” is the one of the boldest statements on Yes’ ‘Magnification.’
Yes, “Soft As a Dove” from ‘Magnification’ (2001): YESterdays
Songs on this album were credited to Yes as a band, but “Soft As a Dove” sounded like another classic joint effort from Jon Anderson and Steve Howe.
