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.
The original version of this Geoff Downes / Trevor Horn composition offers one of my favorite vocals from Yes’ departed third frontman Benoit David.
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.”
Chris Squire’s last Yes lead vocal takes ‘Fly From Here’ in an unexpected yet rewarding new direction.
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 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.
While not as adventurous as the preceding “Dreamtime,” this simply fantastic ballad is executed with the level of finesse expected from Yes.
Mike Tiano recalls when Yes guitarist Steve Howe incorporated one of his ideas into the set during the band’s 2001 symphonic tour.
Despite its lyrical and production faults, “Dreamtime” is the one of the boldest statements on Yes’ ‘Magnification.’
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.
“We Agree” is yet another forgotten Yes track deserving of more notice than it has received.