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We believe this is the first ever interview with artist and illustrator Jeff Cummins. Never-before heard stories about Jon Anderson, Brian Lane, Hipgnosis, YES (official) and more!
Categories Episodes Illustrator and Yes collaborator Jeff Cummins – 602 Post author By Kevin Post date October 20, 2023 1 Comment on Illustrator and Yes collaborator Jeff Cummins – 602 https://traffic.libsyn.com/kevinmulryne/ep602_jeff_cummins.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ...
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Greetings friends,
Hope you are all doing well.
I wanted to let you know that this week's episode of The Yes Music Podcast will be delayed due to Kevin having a family emergency.
Thanks for your support and understanding. I will let you know when the episode is up. - Mark Anthony K
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Saw this
Back in 2012, the legendary Yes bassist revisited five classic albums – and his final pick might surprise you
Just finished recording the next Yes Music Podcast episode with Kevin Mulryne. Had a great discussion about "the guitars of Topographic Oceans". I had a ton of fun researching the topic. Hope you guys and gals will enjoy it. - Mark Anthony K
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Amazing show tonight
Dan the yes fan here me and Amanda will have a review up soon
Dan the yes fan here
My full review of Mirror to the sky
Honestly I haver been putting this off not because I don’t love the album I honestly do but what do you say? As many who have followed my reviews know I have an interesting angle to come at the album going off recent memory, Fly From Here 2011 I pointed out how it’s a Concept album about Love. With Heaven & Earth I did a full review showing how it showcases Yes’s history. Return Trip and From a Page I reviewed it both on what we got and kind of what I wish we got. The Quest I looked at how nothing is in a vacuum and the modern influences on that album…
Now we come to Mirror to the Sky? Can I write a compelling review and of course bring in references to Tormato now that its been a few months and we are on the kick off of the US tour.. I am gonna try… So one is my intriguing in .. I think not only what I like about the album but what each song means to me/reminds me of…
1. Cut from the Stars: there is always a slight bit of nervousness when a new Yes Single is released. Will Amanda let me play it a lot… Will I love it? Well, the answer to both for this song is a resounding Yes. Honestly there is a video game quality to the keys and guitar, and I don’t mean that in a bad way. The Bass part sounds like a lost Squire riff from Tormato (honestly, I am getting On the silent wings of Freedom vibes is it just me… Hopefully Kevin will back me up on this) … the Song has an up beat and catchy feel that just to me feels of summer.
2. All Connected: When I listen to this song especially after the year, I have had emotional doesn’t begin to describe it. It took a while to get into this song largely due to the year I was having but the more I listened to it the more I loved it. It feels like Yes is saying (quite blatantly) that we are all connected. Also, Schellen’s drumming on both this, and the previous song is brilliant as the now 3rd official Yes Drummer (lets leave Ian Wallace tony Oreilly and Dylan Howe out of this for a moment) his debut album showcases a very interesting take on Yes Drumming he isn’t 100% White, and he isn’t 100% Bruford either but a mix. I love it the steel guitar the Keyboard the Vocals… I could write 5 more paragraphs about how this song has really impacted me and is brilliant, but I will be spare the reader and leave it with this… Likely my second favorite song on the album.
3. Luminosity, this sounds like a song from the quest. not in a bad way but I believe this is one of two songs from that writing period and I can hear the Quest influences. However, it’s a lovely song Downes and Davison playing off each other nicely in the intro. In fact, While I love Downes on the first two tracks I feel he kind of takes center stage on this track. Also the Koto and Steel playing is really cool (koto on a yes track.) When people ask me why I am still such a yes fan in 2023 it’s largely due to songs like this, again the current lineup can write an epic that sounds like close to the edge and 2-4 others songs easily but instead of doing the same thing over and over again like other bands they keep pushing forward.
4. Living Out Their Dream: honestly is this the first Howe/Downes track. I think it is and with Davison singing in a lower register it’s definitely different then anything yes has ever done. I wish this was released earlier simply as by the time this was released my trainer had left the gym and I am sure she would have found it amusing that Yes put out a song referencing one of the 4 things I should never eat, Ice cream, but as the old British saying goes if “If and buts were candy and nuts we would all have a merry Christmas.” And this song feels like a Christmas present to me to be honest. It has a rolling stones vibe but that isn’t bad. Again, the fact Yes on their (I want to say 25th album without looking it up but honestly depending on how you count I am either on the money or 2-3 albums off) The slow down part is quite nice at the end
5. Mirror to the Sky: this is the song that put it over the edge for me. Honestly right now this is in my top 5 if I had a gun to my head. I love the song, and wow just brilliant. It feels like Howe’s answer to Endless Dream. I just can believe how good it is. Howe is still Howe, but he sounds like well different. Someone else described the opening guitar part as AC/DC ish I can kind of hear what they are saying but to me it sounds like Howe is doing almost a Peter Banksish or Rabin Esque opening guitar riff. Overall, the song I have played to death since it came out in May and I don’t see my love for it diminishing. Its just so good. I know the band is already working on a follow up but man I have no idea how they will top this album. Btw my view of this song is some people are so important to you they are a mirror of heaven however since we are human no matter how good the relationship there is still fire hence why we dream of a sky without fire. Is that davison or howe’s intentions probably not but i love it.
6. Circles of Time: Ending the main album on this track is the second time that I got Quest vibes… or maybe Magnification vibes ending on a ballad after such a powerful epic. Davison’s voice and harmonies are beautiful. I would like some more harmony from Howe and Sherwood but I am ok with the way it is. Davison continues to write love songs that make me think of my own wife Amanda and how I wish I could spend more time with her then at work. But I guess the time spent apart is what makes the time together so special. Howe’s playing is incredibly beautiful and I hope they dust this one off and play it live(though any song off this album would sound great live)
7. Unknown Place: another song that showcases Geoff Downes. The Hammond solo on this piece is amazing in fact while its a Howe written piece, I feel Geoff is front and center on this and a lot of the bonus tracks. I feel Schellen also shines on this piece the drumming is strong. I am guessing this song is about traveling through life and how we sometimes wind up in unknown place. Howe lets Sherwood and Downes shine on this piece and its fantastic.
8. One Second Is Enough: The good vibes and Hammond sound continue on one second is enough. Honestly Davison and Howe harmonize quite well. I get Believe again and fly from here part 4 Bumpy ride (or maybe Arriving UFO vibes from this song which is interesting and unexpected. The guitar solo at the end is honestly one of my favorite of howe’s career and yeah I said it and I am not backing down. The clock ticking is an interesting way to end it
9. Magic Potion: As an ender I like this song a lot more then Damaged World which ended the last album. I mean what can I say I am sure if you made it this far you are sick of the syrupy sweet style of complementation and I cant blame you… however the album is brilliant and I love it from the opening of Cut from the stars to the end of this song. Love is the magic potion and I love this album
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=932qqROwfP0&pp=ygUnQ2hyaXMgc3F1aXJlIGZhbmZhcmUgZm9yIHRoZSBjb21tb24gbWFu
Came across this classic on a Sunday
The opening act from The Ahmet Ertegun Tribute Concert at the O2 Arena in London.
NEW INSTRUMENTAL POSSIBLY FEATURING SQUIRE BRUFORD KAYE AND HOWE?
The Yes Album (Super Deluxe Edition) is due 24 Nov 2023. This is a 4CD + 1LP + 1Blu-ray box set and will include previously unreleased live and studio material. The LP is the original analogue cut of the album. CD1 is the original album, CD2 is the Steven Wilson remixes plus his instrumental mixes from the Panegyric re-release series.
CD3 Rarities:
"Your Move (Single Version)"
"Starship Trooper (Single Version)"
"Clap (Studio Version)"
"Yours is No Disgrace (Mono Mix)", this would seem to be a 1971 promo mono mix done by Atlantic
"The Clap (Mono Mix)"
"Starship Trooper (Mono Mix)"
"I've Seen All Good People (Mono Mix)"
"A Venture (Mono Mix)"
"Perpetual Change (Mono Mix)"
"Starship Trooper (Alternate Take)", previously unreleased
"Untitled Instrumental", previously unreleased
CD4 Live (described as all previously unreleased):
"Astral Traveller", first 2 tracks recorded at Konserthuset, Gothenburg, Sweden, 21 Jan 1971, says the promo material, but Gothenburg was actually 24 Jan and those tracks were released on The Word is Live
"Everydays"
"Yours is No Disgrace", remaining tracks recorded at The Yale Bowl, New Haven, CT, 24 Jul 1971
"Your Move"
"I've Seen All Good People"
"The Clap/Classical Gas"
"Perpetual Change"
The Blu-ray contains an Atmos remix of the album by Wilson.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=uVqR_dqj4eI
A few factual errors but meh figured fans would enjoy this video
Dan the yes fan
Coming up, it’s the remarkable story of a #1 rock song from 1984 that was written on the porcelain throne. ya the Yes #1 classic rock standard, Owner of a Lo...
Greetings friends,
I haven't posted about my band on here for a very long time so please humor me as I leave this important post:
"Greetings friends,
So it's time for another Bandcamp Friday. ..which means that artists get to keep 100% of all sales. So it's a great day to buy for us.
But I've always been about my supporters...I feel I have a great bunch of you. So in order to make Bandcamp Friday more about you. ..I've also made today $2.00 Friday.
The last few times I did it...it went over well....and since some of you missed out on a few of them. ..I've made all 6 CD's available for $2.00:
- An Ordinary Day
- A Brand New Day
- Man of Science. .Man of Dreams
- In the Year 3073-Book I
- In the Year 3073-Book II
- In the Year 3073-Book III
And!!! I've also dropped the price of the newest CD - "What Lies Beyond" to $10.!!! Originally it was $14.
Also keep in mind all prices are in Canadian dollars.
So have a great Bandcamp Friday & $2 dollar Friday!!"
Progressive Metal/Rock from Brampton, Ontario. Formed by Mark Anthony K (ex. Reckon With One and The Exalted Piledriver). Melodic Prog Music in the style of Rush, Yes, Gentle Giant etc..but a little heavier.
New projects in the initial planning stages…
AFTER THE SUCCESS OF YES - THE TORMATO STORY, NEW PROJECTS ARE IN DEVELOPMENT. STAY IN TOUCH BY SUBSCRIBING TO THE WEEKLY EMAIL NEWSLETTER. [image]
https://themusicuniverse.com/yes-announces-fall-2023-tour-dates/
Dan the yes fan
Following last year’s sold out US tour, Yes has announced their Classic Tales Of Yes Tour in the US starting September 24th in Bethlehem, PA.
Cool shot from the 9012live tour
Dan the yes fan
My print copy! Excellent - Preston
I love love love this album i will be doing a full review this weekend i just cant believe how amazing Mirror to the sky is
Dan the yesfan
Greetings friends,
Hope you are all doing well.
Just wanted to let you know that an interview I did a few months back has been posted! It's from the Slang of Ages podcast, which discusses music in general, and is hosted by the knowledgeable Preston Michael Frazier. In this episode we talked about the classic Yes album Drama.
It was tons of fun..so if you have a moment...check it out! And be sure to subscribe to podcast.
Thanks for your support.
Preston and Mark Anthony K talk about Preston's favorite Yes album, 1980's Drama. While Mark prefers Relayer, there is no debate that Drama holds a special p...
Big shout-out to our newest top fans!
Dave Cromwell, Dani Wilde, Henry Potts
Thank you for your support!
Happy New Year’s Eve everyone… Dan the yes fan back again for another hopes for the new year post this time for 2023
1. The release of the new yes album.. it’s been hinted at it’s been winked about and Doug Curran says it will be out by June so yeah of course this will be number one. Very excited to hear more from Davison downes Sherwood Howe and I believe White before he passed away.
2. I had said the townhouse sessions getting a proper release with everyone on the podcast confused as to what I meant. So I want the townhouse sessions finished up and released this year.. what are the townhouse sessions well what Chris Steve and Alan were doing in 1980… while we got drama out of those sessions there are plenty of songs that were never finished
Telephone secrets
Go through this
Crossfire
Satellite
And depending on which singer they use they can easily add say Vermillion sands if they have Downes and Horn finishing up the above material..
3. I would like the ice bridge to stay in the live sets and honestly instead of the usual Howe solo of the clap there are the following songs from post keys to ascension albums that could be used
From a balcony (with Davison)
Soft as a dove (with Davison and Downes)
Australia (from ultimate yes disc 3)
Hour of need (fly from here)
Solitaire (fly from here)
To ascend (heaven & earth)
From the turn of a card (from a page)
I would take any of the above over the clap or mood for a day…
4. With the 40th anniversary of 90125 would love the following
1. Box set with the unreleased cinema sessions finally cleaned up and released
2. 9012live being released on cd
3. Maybe Steve picking his favorite song from the album and yes playing that song because I actually like when Howe plays Rabin song provided he actually tries.. (Yeah I am the one guy who was dancing to rhythm of love in 2019 and I am not gonna apologize)
5. With the 50th of tales well I have a few hopes here too
1. The remembering live: I think they will be doing a version of this at least that is what is hinted at
2. Progeny 2 focusing on the tales tour
And of course
6. More wonderful episodes of my favorite podcast Yes music podcast… and I still hope that I get to be on the show I do have a somewhat encyclopedic knowledge of all the lost songs and lost albums etc (by my counts yes has 4-5 lost albums including
Paris 79
Townhouse 1980
And based on recent research I would say London 05 (Chris Alan Rick and Steve all said in contemporary interviews they had songs for the new yes album so I would love to know how far those songs went and where they wound up))
Happy new year to you all and thanks for being the best podcast and I will say it best Facebook group regarding Yes :)
Greetings friends,
I realize that this is a little late but there will be no new episode of the Yes Music Podcast this week. Kevin and myself have pretty busy weeks so there wasn't time to do one. But we will be back to normal next week. I hope you all have a Happy New Year.
Mark and Kevin
The Yes Music Podcast
Dan the yes fan
Arc of life just posted this
Greetings friends,
I'm pleased to say that we are back after 2 weeks of illness.
This week we discuss a question. ..Why did Yes Want Trevor Horn as producer?
There are many theories and opinions. Feel free to add your comments in the Yes Music Podcast comments section or the Yes Music Podcast page. Thanks again for your support.
Categories Episodes Why Did Yes Want Trevor Horn – As Producer – Part 1 – 562 Post author By Kevin Post date December 16, 2022 No Comments on Why Did Yes Want Trevor Horn – As Producer – Part 1 – 562 https://traffic.libsyn.com/kevinmulryne/ep562_wht_horn_producer_pt1.mp3Podcast: Play in ...
It's stories like this that really get me angry. People were complaining for almost a year for musicians to start playing shows again after the pandemic hit. Now bands are back touring and some fool thinks robbing a musician is a good thing. Its lucky for Wakeman fans that he can perform a great show with just a piano and a single microphone to talk to the audience.
I hope they catch the person who took his stuff.
Mark
Rick Wakeman Robbed While On Tour
Greetings friends,
As you probably noticed...there was no new episode of the show posted today. That is because Kevin is still feeling pretty bad. He has a chest infection and has been battling it for the last 2 weeks. He has told me that he is improving...so with luck we should be back next week. We thank you for your patience and your kind words. I'm sure Kevin appreciated it.
Take care and we hope you are all doing well.
Mark Anthony K & Kevin Mulryne
Dan the yes fan here I never saw this before
An in-depth look at the ill-fated 1979 Paris recordings by Yes and their subsequent Drama album. This video also discusses the XYZ project with Jimmy Page an...
Greetings friends,
Hope you are all doing well out there.
Just wanted to let you all know that this week there will not be an episode of the Yes Music Podcast. Kevin is feeling under the weather and needs some well deserved rest. But we will be back next week. And let me also tell you that we have some very cool things lined up for the next few weeks.
Thank you again for your support.
Mark and Kevin
The Yes Music Podcast
Dan the yesfan here part two of me and Amanda review will be up next week as she lost her voice as for me well
5 months and 17 days till the start of the tour no reason we can’t have fun
my setlist a few will complain about but I think it’s the most realistic setlist I ever did
firebird suite
parallels
the remembering
owner of a lonely heart (40th anniversary of the album I can see Billy persuading Steve to do this song)
Madrigal (the 2017/2018 version)
and you and I
looking around
(Untitled single off the new yes album)
the ice bridge
intermission
Gates of delirium
soundchaser
to be over
Encore
roundabout
starship trooper
First round of pics from Monday and Tuesday
So happy I have a yes guitar pick
Dan the yesfan
Great English music journalist, and early YES proponent, Chris Welch joins Yes Music Podcast this week. He talks about England in the 1970s as Kevin grills him for information related to "Tormato" and its recording:
https://yesmusicpodcast.com/we-talk-about-london-in-the-70s-and-tormato-with-music-journalist-and-yes-book-author-chris-welch-559
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Find out what the device was and so much more in the forthcoming book - TOO CLOSE TO THE EDGE- the surprising and instructive story of TORMATO, the final YES album of the 1970s. Sign up to keep up-to-date with progress https://tormatobook.com
On this day in 2011 I uploaded the first episode of the Yes Music Podcast. Ten years later we are still going! Episode 500 is coming soon...somewhat of a bumper... Thank you to all Producers, Patrons and listeners. Here's to another decade!🥳
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