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32 Years Ago: Ex-Yes and Zeppelin Members Form Supergroup XYZ

Sterling Whitaker — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:10:21 +0000

By 1981, two of the most successful and influential British rock groups of the '70s -- Led Zeppelin and Yes -- had come to an end, and the members of each band were all looking for new opportunities. In April 1981, former Yes drummer Alan White and bassist Chris Squire got together with Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy Page for a proposed supergroup called XYZ -- which could have also included Robert Plant, but never quite got off the ground.

Yes Founding Guitarist Peter Banks Dead at 65

Sterling Whitaker — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 19:46:12 +0000

Pioneering British guitarist Peter Banks has died. Best known for his work as the original guitarist in the seminal progressive rock band Yes, the musician was a trailblazer in the progressive rock movement of the '70s that also spawned Genesis, Pink Floyd, ELP and Jethro Tull. He passed away last Friday (March 8) at his home in London at the age of 65.

Yes Considers New Studio Album

Jeff Giles — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 15:06:51 +0000

The ever-shifting members of Yes took a full decade between their last two studio albums -- and lost lead singer Jon Anderson along the way -- but it sounds like they might be thinking about following up 2011's 'Fly from Here' sooner than later.

Former Yes Singer Jon Anderson Pens World Cup Tribute Song

Chad Childers — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 15:02:00 +0000

After a few difficult years, original Yes vocalist Jon Anderson is back touring and has booked a trip to South America for shows in September. In addition, when he goes, he’ll be bringing a special new song that he’s penned for perhaps the world’s biggest sporting event.

Former Yes Vocalist Benoit David Releases Statement Regarding His Departure

Matt Wardlaw — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 21:03:56 +0000

When Yes announced the sudden departure of vocalist Benoit David, it caught many by surprise – including, unfortunately, David himself. He issued a statement Friday to confirm the news and shed a bit of light regarding his departure. No doubt, it’s a crushing thing for Benoit to lose a dream gig after being a Yes [...]

New Live Yes CD/DVD, In the Present, Released on Tuesday [VIDEO]

Chris Cobb — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 17:09:06 +0000

A new multi-disc package from a December 2009 concert performance by Yes was released on Tuesday. In the Present: Live in Lyon includes two CDs capturing the band playing a variety of classic tunes and fan favorites in the French city, as well as a 55-minute DVD offering interviews, excerpts from the show and behind-the-scenes footage.