When Yes were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2017, the surviving members of the band lined up behind a podium at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn and delivered the sorts of speeches you’d expect from veteran musicians who had waited decades for this moment of validation. Frontman Jon Anderson thanked departed Yes members Chris Squire and Peter Banks, 1980s-era guitarist Trevor Rabin thanked his wife and son, drummer Alan White paid tribute to the fans, and guitarist Steve Howe read prepared remarks about how the...
- 10/11/2019
- by Andy Greene
- Rollingstone.com
Phil Collins surveys his eclectic catalog of collaborative tracks, session work, outside songwriting and production with the new career-spanning box set Plays Well With Others, out September 28th via Rhino Records.
The four-disc, 59-track project includes material from George Harrison, David Crosby, the Bee Gees John Cale, Argent, John Martyn, Gary Brooker, Al Di Meola, Adam Ant, Philip Bailey, Chaka Khan, Howard Jones, the Isley Brothers, Four Tops, Tears for Fears, George Martin, Lil’ Kim, Annie Lennox, Bryan Adams, Joe Cocker, the Phil Collins Big Band and the songwriter’s formative psych-pop group,...
The four-disc, 59-track project includes material from George Harrison, David Crosby, the Bee Gees John Cale, Argent, John Martyn, Gary Brooker, Al Di Meola, Adam Ant, Philip Bailey, Chaka Khan, Howard Jones, the Isley Brothers, Four Tops, Tears for Fears, George Martin, Lil’ Kim, Annie Lennox, Bryan Adams, Joe Cocker, the Phil Collins Big Band and the songwriter’s formative psych-pop group,...
- 7/18/2018
- by Ryan Reed
- Rollingstone.com
Among the seminal progressive rock groups of the late '60s and early '70s, Yes has undergone its share of personnel changes. The group started out with Chris Squire (bass), Peter Banks (guitar), Jon Anderson (vocals), Bill Bruford (drums), and Tony Kaye (keyboards), and released two albums, the eponymous Yes, and Time and A Word. Banks either left or was fired (it depends on who you believe), and was replaced with Steve Howe. [N.B. Peter Banks passed away in March 2013.] This new line-up produced just one album, The Yes Album.
Kaye left due to band friction, and was replaced by Rick Wakeman. This line-up produced two albums, Fragile and Close to the Edge -- the latter being the band's tour-de-force, and one of the most revered progressive rock albums of all time (see my Cc article, The Absolutely Essential Progressive Rock Albums), as well as one of the first albums on which the entire first side...
Kaye left due to band friction, and was replaced by Rick Wakeman. This line-up produced two albums, Fragile and Close to the Edge -- the latter being the band's tour-de-force, and one of the most revered progressive rock albums of all time (see my Cc article, The Absolutely Essential Progressive Rock Albums), as well as one of the first albums on which the entire first side...
- 4/12/2013
- by Ian Alterman
- www.culturecatch.com
Peter Banks, the original guitarist of the progressive-rock band Yes, died of heart failure in his London home on March 8. He was 65. Born Peter Brockbanks in London in 1947, Banks co-founded Yes (and named the band) in 1968. Before that, he’d played in various groups, most notably The Syn with future Yes bassist Chris Squire. Bridging the gaps between beat, psychedelia, and the emerging prog movement, The Syn made little headway during its brief existence. But it’s since become rightly regarded as a pivotal band of the era. Banks’ big splash, though, came with Yes. He ...
- 3/13/2013
- avclub.com
Guitarist Peter Banks, best known as a founding member of English rock band Yes, died Thursday in London. According to Banks' official website, he was found in his home, after failing to attend a recording session. The site lists the cause of death as heart failure.
While Banks left Yes two years into the band's life, the impression he left on them was lasting. It was Banks who suggested they call themselves Yes, when the other members couldn't think of a name. He played on the band's first two albums, 1969's "Yes," and 1970's "Time and a Word," before being asked to leave the band, USA Today reports.
After his time with Yes, Banks continued to make music. In addition to his five solo records, he formed two bands, Flash and Empire, releasing seven more albums.
Yes, who are currently touring, released a statement on Banks passing, saying, "We are...
While Banks left Yes two years into the band's life, the impression he left on them was lasting. It was Banks who suggested they call themselves Yes, when the other members couldn't think of a name. He played on the band's first two albums, 1969's "Yes," and 1970's "Time and a Word," before being asked to leave the band, USA Today reports.
After his time with Yes, Banks continued to make music. In addition to his five solo records, he formed two bands, Flash and Empire, releasing seven more albums.
Yes, who are currently touring, released a statement on Banks passing, saying, "We are...
- 3/12/2013
- by editorial@zap2it.com
- Pop2it
Peter Banks, the original guitarist for the British band Yes, died on March 7 at the age of 65, reports USA Today.
A post on his official website stated that Banks died from heart failure and was found in his London home after he didn't show up to a recording session.
Members of the band Yes released an official statement on their Facebook page, mourning the loss of their friend:
"We are deeply saddened to learn about the passing of fellow bandmate and founding Yes member, Peter Banks. He was a huge piece of the fabric that made Yes what it is, and our thoughts, sincere condolences, and prayers are with him and his family. Peter, we shall miss you greatly."
According to Rolling Stone, Banks was part of Yes for their first two albums, and was then replaced by Steve Howe. Banks would go on to form the band Flash, and released three albums with them,...
A post on his official website stated that Banks died from heart failure and was found in his London home after he didn't show up to a recording session.
Members of the band Yes released an official statement on their Facebook page, mourning the loss of their friend:
"We are deeply saddened to learn about the passing of fellow bandmate and founding Yes member, Peter Banks. He was a huge piece of the fabric that made Yes what it is, and our thoughts, sincere condolences, and prayers are with him and his family. Peter, we shall miss you greatly."
According to Rolling Stone, Banks was part of Yes for their first two albums, and was then replaced by Steve Howe. Banks would go on to form the band Flash, and released three albums with them,...
- 3/12/2013
- by Stephanie Marcus
- Huffington Post
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