Members
Steve Howeguitar · 1996current
Geoff Downes2011current- Jon Davisonlead vocals · 2012current
- Jay Schellen2023current
Bill Bruforddrums (drum set), original · 1968–1972
Chris Squirebass guitar, original · 1968–2015
Jon Andersonlead vocals, original · 1968–1979- Peter Banksguitar, original · 1968–1970
Tony Kayekeyboard, original · 1968–1971- Steve Howeguitar · 1970–1981
Rick Wakemankeyboard · 1971–1974
Alan Whitedrums (drum set) · 1972–2022
Patrick Moraz1974–1976- Rick Wakemankeyboard · 1976–1979
- Geoff Downes1980–1981
Trevor Hornlead vocals · 1980–1981- Jon Andersonlead vocals · 1983–1988
- Tony Kaye1983–1995
Trevor Rabin1983–1995- Rick Wakemankeyboard · 1990–1992
- Bill Bruforddrums (drum set) · 1991–1992
- Jon Andersonlead vocals · 1991–2008
- Steve Howeguitar · 1991–1992
- Rick Wakemankeyboard · 1996–1997
Billy Sherwood1997–2000- Igor Khoroshev1998–2000
- Rick Wakemankeyboard · 2002–2004
- Oliver Wakemanbackground vocals · 2008–2011
Benoît Davidlead vocals · 2008–2012
Yes is a British progressive rock band known for their complex compositions and virtuosic musicianship.
The band was formed in 1968 and has undergone numerous lineup changes throughout its history.
Yes was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in April 2017, recognizing their influence in the music industry.
Biography
Formation
Yes, the iconic British progressive rock band, was formed in London in 1968. The band's origins trace back to late 1967 when bassist Chris Squire and guitarist Peter Banks, both former members of the band Mabel Greer's Toyshop, sought to create a new musical project. They were joined by lead vocalist Jon Anderson, who brought a unique harmony singing style that would become a hallmark of Yes's sound. The original lineup also included drummer Bill Bruford and keyboardist Tony Kaye, solidifying the band's early identity.
Breakthrough and Evolution
Yes quickly gained recognition for their innovative sound, characterized by a blend of pastoral folk, Baroque classical influences, and rock. Their self-titled debut album, "Yes," was released in 1969, followed by the critically acclaimed "Time and a Word" and "The Yes Album." The band's lineup evolved over the years, with notable members such as guitarist Steve Howe and keyboardist Rick Wakeman joining in the early 1970s. Albums like "Fragile" and "Close to the Edge" solidified their status as pioneers of progressive rock, showcasing complex compositions and virtuosic musicianship.
Legacy and Influence
Throughout their career, Yes has released 25 studio albums and sold over 30 million records worldwide. They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2017, a testament to their lasting impact on the music industry. The band's ability to adapt and evolve, while maintaining their signature sound, has allowed them to remain relevant across decades, influencing countless artists in the progressive and symphonic rock genres. Yes continues to tour and create music, with a lineup that includes long-time members Steve Howe and Geoff Downes, alongside newer additions like Jon Davison and Jay Schellen.
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Discography
Aurora2026
- 1.Aurora7:27
- 2.Turnaround Situation5:50
- 3.Love Lies Dreaming6:24
- 4.Countermovement13:48
- 5.Ariadne6:18
- 6.All Hands on Deck3:04
- 7.Outside the Box4:20
- 8.Emotional Intelligence3:30
- 9.Jambustin’4:24
- 10.Watching the River Roll4:42
- 11.Aurora7:27
- 12.Turnaround Situation5:50
- 13.Love Lies Dreaming6:24
- 14.Countermovement13:48
- 15.Ariadne6:18
- 16.All Hands on Deck3:04
- 17.Outside the Box4:20
- 18.Emotional Intelligence3:30
- 19.Jambustin’4:24
- 20.Watching the River Roll4:42
- 21.Aurora7:27
- 22.Turnaround Situation5:50
- 23.Love Lies Dreaming6:24
- 24.Countermovement13:48
- 25.Ariadne6:18
- 26.All Hands on Deck3:04
- 27.Outside the Box4:20
- 28.Emotional Intelligence3:30
- 29.Jambustin’4:24
- 30.Watching the River Roll4:42
- 31.Aurora7:27
- 32.Turnaround Situation5:50
- 33.Love Lies Dreaming6:24
- 34.Countermovement13:48
- 35.Ariadne6:18
- 36.All Hands on Deck3:04
- 37.Outside the Box4:20
- 38.Emotional Intelligence3:30
- 39.Jambustin’4:24
- 40.Watching the River Roll4:42
Mirror to the Sky2023
- 1.Cut From the Stars5:27
- 2.All Connected9:03
- 3.Luminosity9:02
- 4.Living Out Their Dream4:46
- 5.Mirror to the Sky13:55
- 6.Circles of Time4:56
- 7.Unknown Place8:16
- 8.One Second Is Enough4:05
- 9.Magic Potion4:10
- 10.Cut From the Stars (Atmos mix)5:25
- 11.All Connected (Atmos mix)9:02
- 12.Luminosity (Atmos mix)9:04
- 13.Living Out Their Dream (Atmos mix)4:45
- 14.Mirror to the Sky (Atmos mix)13:53
- 15.Circles of Time (Atmos mix)4:59
- 16.Unknown Place (Atmos mix)8:15
- 17.One Second Is Enough (Atmos mix)4:04
- 18.Magic Potion (Atmos mix)4:08
- 19.Cut From the Stars (5.1 mix)5:25
- 20.All Connected (5.1 mix)9:02
- 21.Luminosity (5.1 mix)9:04
- 22.Living Out Their Dream (5.1 mix)4:45
- 23.Mirror to the Sky (5.1 mix)13:53
- 24.Circles of Time (5.1 mix)4:59
- 25.Unknown Place (5.1 mix)8:15
- 26.One Second Is Enough (5.1 mix)4:04
- 27.Magic Potion (5.1 mix)4:08
- 28.Cut From the Stars (instrumental)5:25
- 29.All Connected (instrumental)9:02
- 30.Luminosity (instrumental)9:04
- 31.Living Out Their Dream (instrumental)4:45
- 32.Mirror to the Sky (instrumental)13:53
- 33.Circles of Time (instrumental)4:59
- 34.Unknown Place (instrumental)8:15
- 35.One Second Is Enough (instrumental)4:04
- 36.Magic Potion (instrumental)4:08
- 37.Cut From the Stars (stereo mix)5:25
- 38.All Connected (stereo mix)9:02
- 39.Luminosity (stereo mix)9:04
- 40.Living Out Their Dream (stereo mix)4:45
- 41.Mirror to the Sky (stereo mix)13:53
- 42.Circles of Time (stereo mix)4:59
- 43.Unknown Place (stereo mix)8:15
- 44.One Second Is Enough (stereo mix)4:04
- 45.Magic Potion (stereo mix)4:10
The Quest2021
- 1.The Ice Bridge: a. Eyes East / b. Race Against Time / c. Interaction7:03
- 2.Dare to Know5:58
- 3.Minus the Man5:35
- 4.Leave Well Alone: a. Across the Border / b. Not for Nothing / c. Wheels8:08
- 5.The Western Edge4:25
- 6.Future Memories5:10
- 7.Music to My Ears4:41
- 8.A Living Island: a. Brace the Storm / b. Wake Up / c. We Will Remember6:51
- 9.Sister Sleeping Soul4:50
- 10.Mystery Tour3:35
- 11.Damaged World5:19
- 12.The Ice Bridge: a. Eyes East / b. Race Against Time / c. Interaction7:03
- 13.Dare to Know5:58
- 14.Minus the Man5:35
- 15.Leave Well Alone: a. Across the Border / b. Not for Nothing / c. Wheels8:08
- 16.The Western Edge4:25
- 17.Future Memories5:10
- 18.Music to My Ears4:41
- 19.A Living Island: a. Brace the Storm / b. Wake Up / c. We Will Remember6:51
- 20.Sister Sleeping Soul4:50
- 21.Mystery Tour3:35
- 22.Damaged World5:19
- 23.The Ice Bridge: a. Eyes East / b. Race Against Time / c. Interaction (5.1 mix)7:03
- 24.Dare to Know (5.1 mix)5:58
- 25.Minus the Man (5.1 mix)5:35
- 26.Leave Well Alone: a. Across the Border / b. Not for Nothing / c. Wheels (5.1 mix)8:08
- 27.The Western Edge (5.1 mix)4:25
- 28.Future Memories (5.1 mix)5:10
- 29.Music to My Ears (5.1 mix)4:41
- 30.A Living Island: a. Brace the Storm / b. Wake Up / c. We Will Remember (5.1 mix)6:51
- 31.Sister Sleeping Soul (5.1 mix)4:50
- 32.Mystery Tour (5.1 mix)3:35
- 33.Damaged World (5.1 mix)5:19
- 34.The Ice Bridge: a. Eyes East / b. Race Against Time / c. Interaction (instrumental mix)7:03
- 35.Dare to Know (instrumental mix)5:58
- 36.Minus the Man (instrumental mix)5:35
- 37.Leave Well Alone: a. Across the Border / b. Not for Nothing / c. Wheels (instrumental mix)8:08
- 38.The Western Edge (instrumental mix)4:25
- 39.Future Memories (instrumental mix)5:10
- 40.Music to My Ears (instrumental mix)4:41
- 41.A Living Island: a. Brace the Storm / b. Wake Up / c. We Will Remember (instrumental mix)6:51
- 42.Sister Sleeping Soul (instrumental mix)4:50
- 43.Mystery Tour (instrumental mix)3:35
- 44.Damaged World (instrumental mix)5:19
Fly From Here: Return Trip2018
- 1.Fly From Here: Overture1:52
- 2.Fly From Here, Pt I: We Can Fly5:04
- 3.Fly From Here, Pt II: Sad Night at the Airfield5:25
- 4.Fly From Here, Pt III: Madman at the Screens4:35
- 5.Fly From Here, Pt IV: Bumpy Ride2:16
- 6.Fly From Here, Pt V: We Can Fly Reprise2:16
- 7.The Man You Always Wanted Me to Be5:19
- 8.Life on a Film Set5:04
- 9.Hour of Need6:44
- 10.Solitaire3:28
- 11.Don’t Take No for an Answer4:20
- 12.Into the Storm6:54
Heaven & Earth2014
- 1.Believe Again8:02
- 2.The Game6:51
- 3.Step Beyond5:34
- 4.To Ascend4:43
- 5.In a World of Our Own5:20
- 6.Light of the Ages7:41
- 7.It Was All We Knew4:13
- 8.Subway Walls9:03
- 9.To Ascend (acoustic version)4:34
Fly From Here2011
- 1.Fly From Here: Overture1:54
- 2.Fly From Here, Part I: We Can Fly6:01
- 3.Fly From Here, Part II: Sad Night at the Airfield6:42
- 4.Fly From Here, Part III: Madman at the Screens5:17
- 5.Fly From Here, Part IV: Bumpy Ride2:15
- 6.Fly From Here, Part V: We Can Fly (reprise)1:45
- 7.The Man You Always Wanted Me to Be5:08
- 8.Life on a Film Set5:01
- 9.Hour of Need3:07
- 10.Solitaire3:30
- 11.Into the Storm6:55
- 12.Hour of Need (full length version)6:46
Magnification2001
- 1.Magnification7:16
- 2.Spirit of Survival6:02
- 3.Don’t Go4:27
- 4.Give Love Each Day7:44
- 5.Can You Imagine2:59
- 6.We Agree6:30
- 7.Soft as a Dove2:17
- 8.Dreamtime10:46
- 9.In the Presence Of: I) Deeper II) Death of Ego III) True Beginner IV) Turn Around and Remember10:24
- 10.Time Is Time2:09
- 11.Gates of Delirium22:43
- 12.Long Distance Runaround3:50
The Ladder1999
- 1.Homeworld (The Ladder)9:35
- 2.It Will Be a Good Day (The River)4:53
- 3.Lightning Strikes4:35
- 4.Can I?1:31
- 5.Face to Face5:04
- 6.If Only You Knew5:43
- 7.To Be Alive (Hep Yadda)5:07
- 8.Finally6:02
- 9.The Messenger5:13
- 10.New Language9:19
- 11.Nine Voices (Longwalker)3:23
Open Your Eyes1997
- 1.New State of Mind6:00
- 2.Open Your Eyes5:14
- 3.Universal Garden6:17
- 4.No Way We Can Lose4:56
- 5.Fortune Seller5:01
- 6.Man in the Moon4:41
- 7.Wonderlove6:08
- 8.From the Balcony2:43
- 9.Love Shine4:38
- 10.Somehow, Someday4:47
- 11.The Solution23:47
Talk1994
- 1.The Calling6:56
- 2.I Am Waiting7:26
- 3.Real Love8:49
- 4.State of Play5:01
- 5.Walls4:57
- 6.Where Will You Be6:09
- 7.Endless Dream: a) Silent Spring (instrumental) / b) Talk / c) Endless Dream15:44
Union1991
- 1.I Would Have Waited Forever6:33
- 2.Shock to the System5:09
- 3.Masquerade2:17
- 4.Lift Me Up6:30
- 5.Without Hope You Cannot Start the Day5:19
- 6.Saving My Heart4:42
- 7.Miracle of Life7:30
- 8.Silent Talking4:00
- 9.The More We Live – Let Go4:54
- 10.Angkor Wat5:24
- 11.Dangerous (Look in the Light of What You’re Searching For)3:38
- 12.Holding On5:25
- 13.Evensong0:52
- 14.Take the Water to the Mountain3:12
- 15.Give and Take4:29
Big Generator1987
- 1.Rhythm of Love4:48
- 2.Big Generator4:34
- 3.Shoot High Aim Low7:03
- 4.Almost Like Love4:58
- 5.Love Will Find a Way4:50
- 6.Final Eyes6:26
- 7.I'm Running7:38
- 8.Holy Lamb (Song for Harmonic Convergence)3:19
901251983
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Classic Yes1981
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Drama1980
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Tormato1978
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Going for the One1977
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Yesterdays1975
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Relayer1974
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Tales From Topographic Oceans1973
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Close to the Edge1972
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The Yes Album1971
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Fragile1971
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Time and a Word1970
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Yes1969
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Also known as: イエス
Yes are an English progressive rock band formed in London in 1968. Comprising 20 full-time musicians over their career, their most notable members include lead singer Jon Anderson, bassist Chris Squire, guitarists Steve Howe and Trevor Rabin, drummers Bill Bruford and Alan White, and keyboardists Tony Kaye and Rick Wakeman, who represented Yes when they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in April 2017. Most often regarded as progressive rock pioneers, the band have explored several musical styles and are one of the most successful, influential, and longest-lasting bands in the genre. Their discography spans 25 studio albums, with 13.5 million Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA)-certified albums sold in the US and more than 30 million worldwide.
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