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The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 5, Episode 6... The Westbrook Muster Edition - The Life and Times of Brian WatkinsonWell, here we are. The dog days of summer. What a perfect opportunity to interview our very own Brian Watkinson! You may have seen him on the muster field, playing the bass drum so effortlessly beautiful. Or you might have heard his deep, sultry voice on this podcast. But, did you know Brian is an ex-DJ, ex-NYC traffic reporter...and an ex-con?!? You just never know who is around you. Anyway, Brian won't be with us at Westbrook, but enjoy this incredible discussion with one of our best!
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show...2024-08-231h 03The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 5, Episode 5...State of the Artform - The Muster EpisodeWith the muster season in full swing, the boys talk musters. Deep River is upon us, the Swiss Mariners are in the Northeast...so let's talk about the changes at DRAM with Berta Armstead and let's talk about the Swiss and Ancient Mariners reunion with PJ and Gus! Enjoy!2024-07-151h 56The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 5, Episode 4...The State of the Artform / Bass DrummingJoin us as we continue our discussions on the "State of the Artform". This episode features a discussion between three of the best bass drummers in the business. Colin Mason, Jo Nazro and our very own Dave Loyal. A great chat whether you're a seasoned bass drummer or have never picked up a mallet. And our friend Mollyanne Harding stops by to discuss the upcoming National Muster! She's a blast to talk to! Enjoy!
This episode will feature music from Bonnie Raitt, the Kentish Guards, the Grand Republic Fife and Drum Corps, the Three Cornered Hat Jam...2024-07-052h 19The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 5, Episode 3...The State of the Artform / Junior Drum CorpsJoin us as we continue our discussions on the "State of the Artform". In this episode we speak with a fabulous group of junior fife and drum corps directors. The discussion is lively. We cover a lot of ground talking about how junior corps survive and thrive in the current State of Fife and Drum. Enjoy!
This episode will feature music from a number of junior fife and drum corps along with popular music from Simon and Garfunkel, Led Zeppelin, Louie Jordan and Eddie Cantor.
2024-05-242h 19The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 5, Episode 2...The State of the Artform / Markus EstermannJoin us as we continue our discussions on the "State of the Artform". In this episode we speak with the great Markus Estermann about fife and drum in Switzerland, how American fife and drum has influenced Swiss fife and drum...and vice versa. Markus is a treat to talk to and you're really going to enjoy this program!
This episode will feature music from the Swiss Junior Drum Show, Trommelgruppe Chriesibueb from Fasnacht 2019, the Edgar Winter Group and music from our
friend Jason Malli.
2024-05-171h 29The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 5, Episode 1...The State of the Artform / St. Patrick's Day EditionWelcome to the Bottom of the Glass for the first episode of 2024 - our FIFTH SEASON! In this St. Patrick’s Day themed podcast we’ll discuss the State of our Artform. How does the current state of fife and drum compare to preceding generations, and what should we focus on for the future of our hobby.
And enjoy some great music from Greg Bacon, The Bothy Band, Planxty, Silly Wizard and Peter Hollens. ENJOY!
2024-03-161h 30The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 4, Episode 10...The Chop Builder himself, Bill Bachman - Holiday EditionTake a trip with us as we dig into the drumming life of Bill Bachman. From his books to his sticks to his pads and all the award winning percussion groups he's worked with in between, Bill takes on the ride of HIS life! What a life it's been with SO MUCH MORE to go. This is a fascinating chat with the Drummers' Drummer...the Great Bill Bachman!2023-12-261h 24The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 4, Episode 9...The Hippest Pickle of them all - Chet Doboe!Our chat with Chet is a journey into the experiences, stories
and anecdotes with one of the coolest rudimental drummers on the scene. He's played with some of the greats, because he IS a great! His mark on percussion is big and his work using drumming as a vehicle to make a difference in the lives of young people is even BIGGER! Enjoy this talk with Chet Doboe. You're
gonna LOVE IT!
2023-10-281h 34The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 4, Episode 8 - The gents have a fabulous discussion with an important member of the community. Kathy Brennan has been our friend, colleague, corps mate, and inspiration for decades.
We’re all amped, ramped and vamped for the 64th
Annual Westbrook Muster. If you’re
making your way to the Connecticut Shoreline, or if you can’t make it this year
and plan on the future…enjoy this discussion with a fife and drum friend who
has attended SO MANY Westbrook Musters.
Kathy Brennan has been our friend, colleague, corps mate, and
inspiration for decades. She has also
been highly involved in so many levels of fife and drum organization. This is a beautiful chat with a beautiful
person!
2023-08-251h 35The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 4 - Episode 7 - The Deep River Muster Edition! A great talk about the muster, drumming, a discussion with the legendary father and son percussionists John H. and John R. Beck, and MUCH MORE!Drive carefully friends if you’re making your way to Deep River for 2023 DRAM! It will be EPIC...at least we hope. If you want to get into the Muster Spirit, give a listen to our Deep River Muster episode of the Bottom of the Glass. We’ll introduce you to the man behind the scenes of this podcast, the guy who deserves MUCH more recognition than he gets, the dude who works harder at this than Dave, Brendan and Brian do FOR SURE! (But he’s the only one of us assholes who gets a paycheck, so don’t feel t...2023-07-142h 02The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 4 - Episode 5B - Everything You Wanted To Know About F-Troop, Perspective from the Junior Side of Fife and Drum, and More!Many of us in fife and drum know little about the origins and evolution of F-Troop. Most of us know F-Troop as the last corps coming down the road at the end of the muster parade. Well friends, F-Troop is so much more than that. F-Troop sprang from the best of the best in fife and drum at the time. For this episode we have some of the very first members and organizers of F-Troop with us today. And dare I say, we've never had a more distinguished panel of crazy bastards
on this podcast. Plus we'll get perspective fr...2023-05-261h 10The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 4 - Episode 5 - A Heartfelt Goodbye to our friend Pete Emerick.This is a tough one. A dear friend and important member of our community has left us. Pete Emerick was a musician, teacher, educator, historian and friend to so many of us in ancient, historical and military fife and drum. His knowledge was unsurpassed and although he shared so much with so many of us over so many years, we'll never again be able to access that depth of knowledge and history that he took with him.
We're going to miss him. There will never be another like Pete Emerick. Please enjoy this interview we did with...2023-05-151h 03The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 4 - Episode 4 - The USARD Convention Episode with the Amazingly Rudimental Gary Covitz, Artie Shannon and Larry Finn!With the USARD Convention right around the corner, we're chatting with three essential and indispensable members of the convention that will be held in Seekonk, MA on April 14th and 15th! Gary Covitz, Artie Shannon and Larry Finn have had uniquely independent and different journeys in rudimental drumming. But like many drumming compadres, they have a bonding connection. This chat covers their commonality with the 27th Lancers and so much more! Enjoy folks, this is a good one! 2023-04-072h 14The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 4 - Episode 3 - The St. Patrick's Day Edition with Jeff McProsperie, Michael Eagle, the Mad Irishman, and “Lucky” Charley O’Poole“Great Day in the Mornin’ To Ya!” (You have to imagine all this with an Irish accent.) You’ll feel the Luck ‘O the Irish when you listen to our St. Patrick’s Day Episode of the Bottom of the Glass. Today your hosts “Dirty” Dave O’Loyal, Brendan McMason and Brian “Blarney Stone” Watkinson will be sittin’ down over a pint or two with Jeff Prosperie, currently Group Leader of the United State’s Army’s West Point Hellcats. Jeff’s a wee bit of a drummer to say the least, and he serves up a pot of gold in this interview about d...2023-03-172h 26The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 4 - Episode 2 - The One and Only John WootonDr. John Wooton...Dr. Throwdown...whatever you want to call him, just know he's a rudimental specialist. Funny as hell with so much talent, and a blast to talk to. John even brought along his friend Clarence Boudreaux. We chatted with both of them and had some fun. You will too! Just give this a listen. An interview with the great John Wooton!2023-02-241h 33The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 4 - Episode 1 - Part 2 - Old Guard Audition Process - Drums, Part 2 of 2How do you nail an Old Guard vacancy? Let's hear it from the men and women who decide whether you're in or out. We did it with the fifes in Part 1 of this podcast and here on Part 2 we're talking to the drummers. This should give you what you need to know to get into the Old Guard drum line.2023-01-271h 03The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 4 - Episode 1 - Part 1 - Old Guard Audition Process - Fife, Part 1 of 2You ever wonder about the audition process to get in to the Old Guard? We did too! So we asked them. This is the first of a two-part podcast about how to nail an Old Guard vacancy. This one's for fife. Drum will be Part 2. Enjoy!2023-01-121h 13The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 3 - Episode 7 - A Mixed Bag Chat about a Bunch of Stuff and a really cool radio interview featuring our buddy Dave!The boys covered a lot of ground on this one. The wrap-up of a crazy fife and drum summer, (crud, poop, Basel, Sudbury...I know this sound weird, but it's not that bad when you listen). Then a great outside radio interview with our host, Dave Loyal!
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebotg-podcast/support2022-10-281h 42The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 3 - Episode 6 - The Legendary Paul Cormier live at the Wayside InnAs you’re heading to the National Muster this weekend, spend some time with this crazy podcast! It features the great snare drumming champion, composer and drum instructor Paul Cormier in an in-person chat inside the legendary Old Bar at Longfellow’s Wayside Inn in Sudbury, MA! We talked to Paul about EVERYTHING! His life, his drumming, the corps he’s played in, the great drummers he’s known. It’s a candid, honest look into his involvement and legacy in fife and drum.
This interview dropped in our laps as Brendan, Dave and Brian had an opportunit...2022-08-171h 46The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 3 - Episode 5 The Midnight Anthem!These Chicks are the COOLEST! Check 'em out! You'll LOVE them! Uncle Jer might even stop by for a quick "howdy do"!2022-07-1559 minThe Bottom of the Glass PodcastBottom of the Glass Season 3 - Episode 4 - Our 2022 DRAM Edition with Jim and Sarah MacConduibh and Michael GodinHey folks, pack your cars and trucks with your fifes, drums and all your crap for the Deep River Muster, and as you head to DRAM listen to this great talk with Jim and Sarah MacConduibh and Michael Godin of the Middlesex County Volunteers Fifes and Drums. It is some fascinating discussion. Have a great Deep River!
Sincerely,
Brendan, Dave and Brian2022-07-152h 29
The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 3 - Episode 3 - Our Junior Fife and Drum Camp Edition with Robin Niemitz, Cap Corduan and Tanya Morrisett!Welcome to our Junior Fife and Drum Camp Edition of the Bottom of the Glass. Today we’ll speak with ALL the Directors, past and present, of the Junior Fife and Drum Camp. The Camp has come a long way since its early days and this podcast will take you through those years with the people who helped make it happen. Robin Niemitz, Cap Corduan and Tanya Morrisett! A great listen for Memorial Day Weekend! And don’t forget, if you are listening to this podcast on Memorial Day weekend, this is your LAST WEEKEND to register for Junior Camp...2022-05-272h 06The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 3 - Episode 2 - Our Easter Edition with the Great Russell Piner!Our Easter Episode of our 3rd season is a great one! Russell Piner is a fabulous drummer and bugler! And he's pretty fun to talk to as well. Our discussion with Russ went everywhere...from British fife and drum to American fife and drum to the British Crown. It's fun, it's friendly and it's informative. Enjoy! And Happy Easter to you if you celebrate it!
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebotg-podcast/support2022-04-151h 53The Bottom of the Glass PodcastSeason 3 - Episode 1 - St. Patrick's Day PLUS! Derek Mulcahy of St. Mary's from Limerick, Ireland and some friends from Stony Creek!Welcome to our 3rd Season of the Bottom of the Glass! AMAZING! This first episode of Season 3 is our St. Patrick’s Day PLUS Episode. The PLUS means we’re talking about a lot more than just St. Patrick’s Day. Sure, we have a great discussion with Derek Mulcahy, Bandmaster of St. Mary’s Fife and Drum Band from Limerick, Ireland as he goes deep about fife and drum in Ireland and how that all relates to fife and drum in the States. But we also have a lively discussion with our Stony Creek friends, Tim Goss and Kenny Ave...2022-03-041h 32
YMP Classic Feed – Yes Music PodcastMaster of the Master Tapes, Brian Kehew, talks about Progeny, Tormato, Drama and more – 519Produced by Wayne Hall and Jeffrey Crecelius
We went deep into the weeds again this week with Master of the Master Tapes, Brian Kehew, who produced the amazing live box set, Progeny, as well as working on the bonus tracks for the Tormato and Drama Expanded and Remastered CD releases in 2004.
What governed the choices when creating Progeny?Is Progeny a 'better' collection of Yes live than Yessongs?What did Brian find in the vaults from the Tormato and Drama sessions?
Listen to the episode and let us know what you think!
The Yes releases Brian worked on - Progeny...2022-02-0437 minThe Bottom of the Glass PodcastBottom of the Glass - Season 2 - Episode 13 - Crazy Christmas Rants!Have a great holiday...whatever you're doing.2021-12-2557 minThe Bottom of the Glass PodcastThe Bottom of the Glass - Season 2 - Episode 12 - John Ciaglia Live from the 2021 Westbrook MusterThe time was right, and place was perfect for this important discussion with John Ciaglia. John is a renowned fifer, collaborator and arranger, and we had a candid chat with him from the Casbah, Friday night at the 2021 Westbrook Muster. This is an intimate, in person interview with one of the living legends in fife and drum. And the sounds of the Muster’s Friday night tattoo in the background makes this interview extra special. Enjoy our talk with the great John Ciaglia!
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebotg-podcast/support2021-11-261h 32The Bottom of the Glass PodcastThe Bottom of the Glass - Season 2 - Episode 11. The Great John MoonWhat a treat to hear the years of stories and experiences first hand from the great John Moon. John is very important to the history and the legacy of not just American Fife and Drum, but British Martial, and Military music everywhere. And John doesn't hold back in this discussion. His years in Colonial Williamsburg. His years in post-war Britain. His years molding good corps members into great corps members. John talks about it ALL! Enjoy this discussion with John Moon.2021-10-291h 24The Bottom of the Glass PodcastBottom of the Glass - Season 2 - Episode 10 - Ralph HardimonOne of the greats in marching percussion is with us on this episode of the Bottom of the Glass! Ralph Hardimon changed the landscape of the marching arts. Don’t think for a minute that this discussion is all about drum and bugle and DCI. Ralph and the boys DIG IN to rudimental drumming at its most basic forms. Everything is on the table….fife and drum, jazz, drum and bugle, set drum, marching drum, percussion product development…it’s covered! Enjoy this discussion with someone who has literally influenced THOUSANDS of percussionists in all forms of drumming. Ralph Hardimon2021-09-301h 43The Bottom of the Glass PodcastBottom of the Glass Season 2 - Episode 9 - Cliff BarrowsYou’re gonna LOVE this discussion! Cliff Barrows, Legendary-Award Winning drummer has a real, open and honest chat. One of our favorites! Enjoy!
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebotg-podcast/support2021-08-261h 26The Bottom of the Glass PodcastBottom of the Glass Season 2 - The 2021 Deep River Muster EditionThis is a crazy episode, my friends. It is getting uploaded from the DRAM muster field on the Thursday night before the Deep River Muster after too much whiskey, too little food and not enough sleep. But that is cool. We have a muster this year and it is going to be FUN! Scott Redfield, the Malcarnes and other fine stuff will make this a really cool podcast!2021-07-161h 02The Bottom of the Glass PodcastBottom of the Glass - Season 2 - Episode 7 - Andrea WirthWe had so much fun speaking with our guest for this episode. Andrea Wirth is an incredibly talented drummer and has been performing with the Middlesex County Volunteer Fife and Drum Corps for 30 years. Her honesty, insight and knowledge about rudimental drumming and the fife and drum community makes this episode a MUST LISTEN! Enjoy!
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebotg-podcast/support2021-06-2554 minThe Bottom of the Glass PodcastBottom of the Glass - Season 2 - Episode 6...Memorial DayFor our Memorial Day Episode of the Bottom of the Glass, we talk with two very important people as we honor our Veterans who paid the ultimate price to provide the freedoms we all enjoy today. Jari Villenueva may be the world’s foremost authority and expert on military bugle calls, and the exquisite performance of Taps at Military funerals and Memorial Events. He knows more about this ceremony than anyone and the discussion is fascinating!
Our second guest is HUGE in the Fife and Drum Community. Mark Logsdon has helped our community survive and thrive for de...2021-05-281h 46The Bottom of the Glass PodcastThe Bottom of the Glass - Season 2, Episode 5 -Dave LoyalCheck out this great episode where we interview our very own Dave Loyal! Dave is an amazing drummer and an amazing drum maker. Learning about his roots and early days in fife and drum is a real treat! And we have a few special guests stopping by to talk about motorcycles, trains and living the hobo life. ENJOY!
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thebotg-podcast/support2021-05-211h 10The Bottom of the Glass PodcastThe Bottom of the Glass, Season 2, Episode 4 with Joe CarterEnjoy our latest episode…a great discussion with Joe Carter, early drummer with The United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, a longtime member of Monumental City Fife and Drum Corps in Baltimore, and a member of legendary drum maker Buck Soistman’s team. Joe has great stories and memories from all his years in Fife and Drum. Dig it!2021-04-301h 04The Bottom of the Glass PodcastThe Bottom of the Glass, Season 2, Episode 3 with Charley Poole Jr.You’re going to LOVE this discussion. Charley Poole Jr. is one of the greats in rudimental drumming. One of the Legends. And he put it all out there for us. The program is PACKED with modern and ancient music…not to mention an acapella rendition of a popular song from the 60s performed by the co-hosts of this program. Enjoy this chat with one of the best! Charley Poole!2021-04-0956 minThe Bottom of the Glass PodcastBottom of the Glass Season 2, Episode 2 - Happy St. Patrick's Day!This episode is jam-packed with outstanding music to celebrate St. Patty's Day! And a wonderful interview with Maurice Brown. Mo grew up in the the Northern Ireland flute scene and has also been a drum major at so many major international events. Enjoy!2021-03-171h 00The Bottom of the Glass PodcastBottom of the Glass Season 2 Episode 1 - The Fasnacht EpisodeA special Fasnacht 2021 episode with special, special guests - Marc Hermann and Tobias Ernst (and Don Mason).
This was a favorite of ours and couldn’t think of a better way to kick off Season 2. It's a great chat!2021-02-2256 minThe Bottom of the Glass PodcastThe Bottom of the Glass Episode 11 - Jim ClarkIf you are a member of the fife and drum community…if you are a student of rudimental drumming…if you’ve even had a passing interest in the origin of Connecticut’s Fife and Drum tradition, then you're going to LOVE this interview with Jim Clark. Jim is an educator, composer and arranger, author, historian and mentor. Not to mention former member of Nathan Hale and the legendary Connecticut Yanks. And he is a founding member of Connecticut Valley Field Music. Enjoy this. It's a real treat!2020-12-181h 33The Bottom of the Glass PodcastBottom of the Glass Episode 10 The Ellis's and the Cooperman CompanyJoin us for our talk with Jim Ellis and Patsy Cooperman Ellis of the Cooperman Fife and Drum Company. Over the years the Cooperman Company has established itself as one of the world’s premier manufacturers of high quality, hand made rope tension snare and bass drums, fifes, drum sticks, a variety of hand drums and a variety of percussion accessories. It's a great chat...and MORE!2020-11-261h 04The Bottom of the Glass PodcastBottom of the Glass Episode 9Enjoy our latest episode of the Bottom of the Glass! It features a really cool interview with Tishka Musco, an incredible fifer and long-time member of the Fife and Drum family. We also get a visit from Kara Loyal. Even Uncle Jer stopped by! This program is ACTION PACKED!2020-10-301h 16
Yes Music PodcastWhat Did They Do Next Part 17a – Billy Sherwood – 454Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierBilly Sherwood - Photo by William MulryneThis week, Mark and I start off the next instalment of the perennially popular What Did They Do Next series with a certain Billy Sherwood’s activities post Yes. Can you guess what album we will be talking about? Stay tuned to find out if you’re right.* What did Billy do after 'leaving' the band following the Talk Tour?* How does he manage to fit so much in?* Would Yes...2020-10-2325 minThe Bottom of the Glass PodcastBottom of the Glass Interview with the one and only Mark ReillyMark has traveled the world as Sargent Major of the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps among other great collaborations. He has performed for sitting Presidents, world dignitaries…even for the Pope! So whether it’s in Basel, Switzerland, Edinburgh Castle, the White House, the Vatican or a muster field in New England, Mark has secured his reputation as one of the best in the world of rudimental drumming.2020-10-091h 35The Bottom of the Glass PodcastBottom of the Glass Episode 7 Oliver FischerDon't Miss this AWESOME discussion with Oliver Fischer on the eve of the Society of Rudimental Drummers' virtual international performance! Oli is a legend and his take on rudimental drumming is GREAT!2020-09-181h 33The Bottom of the Glass PodcastBottom of the Glass Episode 6Check out this jam-packed episode of the Bottom of the Glass. We’ll speak with Peter Emerick about the history, origins… and in some cases, the misunderstandings of songs that our corps have played over the years that may or may not be appropriate in the past or present. Then we’ll have a great chat with Scott and Corinne Mitchell about their involvement in fife and drum, as well as the present state and future of the Company of Fifers and Drummers. You don’t want to miss this! Enjoy!2020-09-042h 09The Bottom of the Glass PodcastBottom of the Glass Episode 5...The Westbrook Muster EditionJoin us for our Westbrook Muster Edition of the Bottom of the Glass! We'll commiserate on the canceling of 2020's Westbrook Muster and we'll have a great discussion with Marc Bernier and Bill Hart. We even found ol' Uncle Jer for a quick chat. Check it out!2020-08-241h 28The Bottom of the Glass PodcastBottom of the Glass Episode 4A great discussion with Brian Pentony and a few words about our good friend Marty Garrity.2020-07-311h 38The Bottom of the Glass PodcastThe Bottom of the Glass Episode 3 - The Deep River Ancient Muster EpisodeWe're all bummed that there is no Deep River Muster this year. Let's all commemorate DRAM with this great podcast that features a great interview with Donnie Mason!2020-07-171h 51The Bottom of the Glass PodcastBottom of the Glass Episode 2With a fascinating interview with David Nelson of the Charles W. Dickerson Fife, Drum and Bugle Corps.2020-07-041h 03The Bottom of the Glass PodcastBottom of the Glass Episode 1A Great Interview with Dominick Cuccia.2020-06-191h 24Yes Music PodcastThe Red Planet – Lee Pomeroy talks about his part in Rick Wakeman's new album – 436Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierThis week we were delighted to welcome extraordinary bassist, Lee Pomeroy, back onto the podcast. As part of Rick Wakeman's English Rock Ensemble, Lee has been involved in the creation of a wonderful prog album, The Red Planet. Although the release date has been hit by lockdown, as you will hear, Lee explains that it will be well worth the wait and is very excited about this return to Rick's progressive roots.* How was this record put...2020-06-1227 minYes Music PodcastYes Talk with guitarist Fernando Perdomo – 435Fernando with Steve Hackett on the Cruise to the EdgeProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierThis week, Mark and I had a hugely enjoyable conversation with the amazing Fernando Perdomo. A long-term collaborator with a previous guest, Dave Kerzner, Fernando tells us about his fascination with Peter Banks, his work on the 50th Anniversary Yes tribute CD and his own music in the new Peter Banks continuation project, The New Empire whose album is out soon. Fernando has even given us permission to play a song...2020-06-0559 minYes Music PodcastWhat did they do next part 14b – Trevor Rabin 434Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierFrom Doug CurranIn part two of our exploration of what Trevor Rabin did next, this week Mark and I have been listening to his solo album, Can’t Look Away. There’s plenty to like and plenty to discuss so look out for that later on.* Did Trevor Rabin actually leave Yes in 1989?* What did he do while he was 'away'?* Is this a good solo album?Listen to the episode and let...2020-05-2950 minYes Music PodcastWhat did they do next part 14a – Trevor Rabin 433Trevor Rabin's 1989 solo albumProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierWith the news that Trevor Rabin is working on a new solo record, Mark and I bend the rules of the what did they do next series almost to breaking point so we can take a look at Trevor’s 1989 album, Can’t Look Away. Messages of protestation welcome but not necessary. This week we discuss our expectations of the record and then next week we’ll feed back on our listening experiences.* Did Tr...2020-05-2228 minYes Music PodcastWhat did they do next part 13a – Jon Anderson – 430Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierThis week we turn our attention to the next person to leave the band, Jon Anderson. He called it a day after the Big Generator Tour. So, what did he do next? Find out later on.We also have a sort of double 2 pence which is concerned with both what Roger Dean is currently up to on Facebook and why it matters for fans of the recorded output of the world’s greatest progressive rock band.2020-05-0137 min
Call To ActionTen principles of customer experience to follow with Matt Watkinson
We’ve masqueraded as a waiter with dreams of Hollywood this week to catch LA’s finest CX designer Matt Watkinson.
Matt is co-founder and CEO of Methodical and an internationally renowned author, speaker, and consultant on customer experience and business strategy, speaking at events for the likes of Microsoft, Salesforce, American Express, and the FBI. His first book, The Ten Principles Behind Great Customer Experiences, won CMI’s Management Book of the Year, and his second book, The Grid, was shortlisted for 2019’s Management Book of the Year.
He talks to us on his very unique e...2020-05-011h 11Yes Music PodcastSid Smith – Doyen of the Sleeve NoteProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierThis week we blew away the lockdown cobwebs by means of a bracing conversation with the ever jovial and generous Sid Smith. Responsible for many Yes, King Crimson and other sleeve notes, he shared his approaches and told a story or two. It was a very enjoyable chat.* How do you get involved in writing sleeve notes?* Are all sleeve notes created equal?* What plans has Sid got for the future?Listen to...2020-04-2446 minYes Music PodcastYes album sleeve notes – 428Chris Squire pictured in the booklet of The Word Is LiveProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierIt’s another week of normality, courtesy of the YMP. I hope you are well and coping with the current situation.This week in a bit of a departure from the usual format, Mark and I took a look at some of the sleeve notes which come with Yes records, CDs and so on. We both choose our favourite 3 examples and talk quite a bit about th...2020-04-1753 minYes Music PodcastWas the Open Your Eyes Tour Really that good? 368Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR HoisingtonThis week, Mark and I listened to a bootleg compilation from shows on the Open Your Eyes Tour. Igor, Billy and the rest of the band made a big impression as you’ll hear... * What is a 6-man line up like? * Can you hear Billy? * How does Igor compare to other Yes keyboardists?Listen and let us know what you think!Become a YMP Patron:If you would like to support the Yes Mu...2019-01-2541 min
AbbeyTheatreAbbey Talks Series: The Pride of Abbey Street: Stephen MolloyAfter a lifetimes service of forty one years, props master Stephen Molloy leaves the Abbey Theatre. He talks with Lisa Farrelly about his first impressions of the theatre, making sense of a whole world of props and the present day reality of our property market.
Short cut who's who: Former Abbey Theatre Alumni:
Tony Wakefield: Technical Director/Lighting designer/Head of Dept.
Mick Doyle: lighting technician/designer & Head of Dept.
Joe Ellis: General stage manger/Prop buyer
Brian Collins: Set designer/Production manager
Martin Fahy: Accountant/General Manager/Secretary NTS Ltd.
Jim Colgan: Sound Dept.
Paul Moore: Director.
Present day:
...2019-01-1638 minYes Music PodcastYMP 2018 Mixtape – 364Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierAs we reach the end of 2018, it's time to look back at what the 50th Anniversary of Yes has brought - and the output of the YMP.So Mark and I have collected together a few of our favourite moments. We hope you enjoy them. * What were the highlights of the YMP in 2018? * What went on in YES5o? * Which clips will be featured?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think! Geoff Bailie's New...2018-12-2146 minYes Music PodcastTrevor Rabin's 90124 – 363Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierThis week Mark and I take a look at Trevor Rabin’s collection of demos and early versions entitled 90124. It’s a fascinating set of proto-yes music, if you can get hold of a copy. I am indebted to Ken Fuller for mine.Also this week, we think about how Yes or ARW could keep in contact with their fans better. * What are these early demos like? * What can we learn about Yes songs from them? * What clues to the influence of R...2018-12-1442 minYes Music PodcastSteve Nardelli talks about Chris Squire, Peter Banks, The Syn and Syndestructible – 362Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierIn our somewhat delayed episode, Mark and I speak to The Syn front man, Steve Nardelli this week. It was an amazing conversation which delved deeply into all parts of The Syn's story including a residency at The Marquee Club, supporting Jimi Hendrix, inventing the Rock Opera, trying to get Chris Squire to turn up to gigs on time and the influence of Peter Banks amongst many other topics.Also this week, I announce the dramatic changes to the Yes Music Podcast which are planned f...2018-12-0948 minYes Music PodcastDave Zerzner talks about Yesterday and Today – 361Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierThis week Mark and I speak at length and in depth to Dave Kerzner all about his Yes 50th Tribute Album Yesterday and Today which we reviewed a couple of weeks ago. Do listen right to the end of the interview because Dave also shares a tiny snippet of his forthcoming album which features, amongst many others, Jon Davison on lead vocals - and bass? Dave tells us about the remarkable concept for the new album and the story which underpins it - it’s fascinating stuff.2018-11-3044 minYes Music PodcastBilly Sherwood's A Life in Yes Chris Squire Tribute Album – 360Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierThis week we listen to Billy Sherwood’s excellent Chris Squire Tribute album, A life in Yes. We also discuss what Anderson, Rabin and Wakeman could have brought to that album if things had been very different - which is a topic suggested by Steven Shinder and not Daniel Krohn as I say later on in the episode - sorry Steven. * Who is on this collection? * How do the versions sound? * Is it a fitting tribute to Chris Squire?Listen to th...2018-11-2356 minYes Music PodcastDave Kerzner's Yesterday and Today Tribute Album – 359Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierThis week Mark and I listen to the new 50th Anniversary Tribute collection from Dave Kertzner, Yesterday and Today. We also consider in our two pence whether Yes could do something similar. * Who is on this collection? * How do the versions sound? * Is it a fitting tribute to 50 years of the world's greatest progressive rock band?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Episode 5 of Geoff Bailie's brand new Yes show! https://p...2018-11-1658 minYes Music PodcastOur Favourite songs from Time and A Word – 358Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierWhile we wait for the German version re-issue of Time and a Word on Record Store Day Black Friday, we decided to listen again to the original record and choose our favourite songs. We also muse on the recent trend of private pressings in our 2 pence segment. * What 3 singles did we choose? * What can we tell about Jon Anderson's solo work? * Are there any clues to 1000 Hands?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Mark's...2018-11-0954 minYes Music PodcastHalf Term Replay – 357Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierAs it's half term for me and my family this week, I dipped into the archives and found the episode I released almost exactly 5 years ago. It was recorded in my car as I travelled to Nottingham for work. It tells the story of finding a Leave It 12 inch single in a charity shop and includes my thoughts on the item. It's a bit of a blast from the past! * Where did I come across this item? * Is it any good? * What was...2018-11-0219 minYes Music Podcast3 Jon Anderson solo singles – 356Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierIn a week when Jon Anderson's new solo album 1000 Hands is released for pre-order, we look at 3 old Anderson singles. It's a random selection but hopefully interesting, all the same. We also talk about the Yes plans for Japan in our 2 pence segment. * What 3 singles did we choose? * What can we tell about Jon Anderson's solo work? * Are there any clues to 1000 Hands? Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Chris Squire Tribute r...2018-10-2643 minYes Music Podcast6 Yes Promotional Videos We Like – 355Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierThis week we enjoyed choosing and watching some Yes promotional videos - see which ones we went for in a few moments and add your choices below. We also consider what Yes releases on Record Store Day in our 2 Pence segment. * What 6 videos did we choose? * What can we tell about the state of the band from the videos? * How do the older films stand up today?Jon Anderson's new album - Chapter One!Listen to the...2018-10-1952 minYes Music PodcastBob Cesca – cover artist for Magnification and Symphonic Live – 354Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierThis week we speak to Bob Cesca, cover artist for Magnification and Symphonic Live who also shot, directed and produced the promotional video for Don't Go and a documentary on the DVD. Bob shares all sorts of untold stories which I'm sure you will enjoy! * How did Bob find himself doing the cover art for Magnification? * What was it like working with the band? * Was be pleased with the final covers?Listen to the episode then let us know what you...2018-10-1236 minYes Music PodcastYessongs the movie – 353Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierYessongs the movie - a different beast to the album of the same name, this is an iconic record of the band arguably at their peak. This week, Mark and I watch the film on DVD/Blu-ray and see what we think from the vantage point of 2018. There's also a Roger Dean/Yes 2 pence. * Does the visual aspect of Yessongs outweigh the dodgy audio? * How does the film stand the test of time? * How is the song selection?Listen to the...2018-10-0548 minYes Music PodcastThe last time Anderson, Howe, White, Squire and Wakeman played together – 351 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierThis week Mark and I have been considering Songs From Tsongas in order to re-live the last time Howe, White, Anderson and Wakeman were together on stage along with the late great Chris Squire. With the recent ARW and Yes live offerings perhaps only offering us part of the story, does Songs from Tsongas now seem like the full picture? * Was it better when the 'classic' lineup were with us? * How does the acoustic section come over? * How is the band interaction?2018-09-2153 minYes Music PodcastYes Featuring Anderson, Rabin and Wakeman – Live at the Apollo – 350 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierWe're back with an in-depth review of Yes Featuring ARW's live new album. There are several different audio and video versions and it looks and sounds great! * How does this collection sound and look? * Do we miss Howe? * Can we hear Lee Pomeroy's bass?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Yes50Fanconvention.com is now live!Become a YMP Patron:If you would like to support the Yes Music Podcast...2018-09-1455 minYes Music PodcastGoing for the One on Yesshows – 249 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierAfter thinking about Patrick Moraz last week, this week we've turned our attention to what happened after he left the band. Rick Wakeman returned and Going for the One was created. We listened to the studio recordings and the live recordings of the three Going for the One songs on Yesshows and discussed what happened when Yes changed once again.There's also time for a two pence segment on the newly-release YouTube video of the first full song from Yes featuring ARW's forthcoming release...2018-08-2450 minYes Music PodcastDave Watkinson interview – Plaques, A Competition and Warriors in the basement! 344 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierI catch up with Dave Watkinson in a secret Westminster location to talk about YES50, his article about The Warriors in Record Collector magazine and a competition connected with it. Listen for details of how to win yourself a copy of The Warriors live in concert CD!Also, Mark and I discuss some current Yes topics as well as James Bond themes! * What's going on in the basement? * Where is the Yes 50 plaque to be located? * Should Yes do a...2018-07-2041 minYMP Classic Feed – Yes Music PodcastDave Watkinson interview – Plaques, A Competition and Warriors in the basement! 344Dave Watkinson with Simon Barrow at YES50
Produced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier
I catch up with Dave Watkinson in a secret Westminster location to talk about YES50, his article about The Warriors in Record Collector magazine and a competition connected with it. Listen for details of how to win yourself a copy of The Warriors live in concert CD!
Also, Mark and I discuss some current Yes topics as well as James Bond themes!
What's going on in the basement?
Where is the Yes 50 plaque to be located?
Should Yes do a...2018-07-2040 min
Yes Music PodcastA quick Easter quiz – 329 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierThis week I feed back from the amazing YES50 Fan Convention organised by Brian Neeson and Dave Watkinson. It was a fantastic day and I've tried to capture some of it to give you an idea of how it all went if you were unable to go. * Who turned up? * Who played? * What was the atmosphere like?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Become a YMP Patron!If you would...2018-04-0615 minYMP Classic Feed – Yes Music PodcastA quick Easter quiz – 329YES50 T Shirt!
Produced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier
This week I feed back from the amazing YES50 Fan Convention organised by Brian Neeson and Dave Watkinson. It was a fantastic day and I've tried to capture some of it to give you an idea of how it all went if you were unable to go.
Who turned up?
Who played?
What was the atmosphere like?
Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!
Become a YMP Patron!
If you would like to support the Yes Music Podcast, there is...2018-04-0615 minYMP Classic Feed – Yes Music PodcastYes 50 Fan Convention – 328Dave Watkinson, Roger Dean and Jerry Ewing
Produced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier
This week I feed back from the amazing YES50 Fan Convention organised by Brian Neeson and Dave Watkinson. It was a fantastic day and I've tried to capture some of it to give you an idea of how it all went if you were unable to go.
Who turned up?
Who played?
What was the atmosphere like?
Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!
Become a YMP Patron!
If you would like to support the Yes...2018-03-301h 19Yes Music PodcastYes 50 Fan Convention – 328 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierThis week I feed back from the amazing YES50 Fan Convention organised by Brian Neeson and Dave Watkinson. It was a fantastic day and I've tried to capture some of it to give you an idea of how it all went if you were unable to go. * Who turned up? * Who played? * What was the atmosphere like?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Become a YMP Patron!If you would...2018-03-301h 19Yes Music PodcastYes singles part 3 – The Yes Album – 316 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.This week we discuss The Yes Album and its single, Your Move. It has plenty of variations around the world. We also manage to speak to Dave Watkinson about the #YES50 Fan Convention. * Does this single suit the album? * What is on the B side and what should be? * How successful are the edits?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Become a YMP Patron!If you would like to support the Yes M...2018-01-1947 minYMP Classic Feed – Yes Music PodcastYes singles part 3 – The Yes Album – 316The Yes Album with Tony Kaye in plaster
Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.
This week we discuss The Yes Album and its single, Your Move. It has plenty of variations around the world. We also manage to speak to Dave Watkinson about the #YES50 Fan Convention.
Does this single suit the album?
What is on the B side and what should be?
How successful are the edits?
Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!
Become a YMP Patron!
If you would like to support the Yes Music Podcast, there is a...2018-01-1947 minYMP Classic Feed – Yes Music PodcastYes covers we like from YouTube – 310#YES50 Fan Convention!
Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Michel Arsenault, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.
Mark and I have been enjoying watching Yes covers on YouTube this week and we share some of our favourites. Also, the big news of the week is the #YES50 Fan Convention in London next year. We have a good chat about that!
What makes a good Yes cover?
Are there different types?
Which roles are more difficult to fulfil?
Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!
Become a YMP Patron!
If you would like to support the Yes Music Pod...2017-12-0853 minYes Music PodcastVirgil and Steve Howe's Nexus – 309 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Michel Arsenault, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.We announce the winner of the vinyl Topographic Drama competition and review the new Virgil and Steve Howe album, Nexus. It's a lovely collection. There's also time for a 2 pence about ARW headlining a festival in June 2018! * The pieces on the album were piano demos - how have they been finished off? * Does the album work as a whole? * Is it limited by being an instrumental record?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!2017-12-0151 minYMP Classic Feed – Yes Music PodcastVirgil and Steve Howe’s Nexus – 309Virgil and Steve Howe - Nexus
Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Michel Arsenault, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.
We announce the winner of the vinyl Topographic Drama competition and review the new Virgil and Steve Howe album, Nexus. It's a lovely collection. There's also time for a 2 pence about ARW headlining a festival in June 2018!
The pieces on the album were piano demos - how have they been finished off?
Does the album work as a whole?
Is it limited by being an instrumental record?
Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!
Become a YMP Pat...2017-12-0151 minYes Music PodcastWhat 80s music could be played on the #YES50 tour? – 308 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Michel Arsenault, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.As we wait for #YES50, we took the opportunity to think about what 80s music could be played by Yes, as suggested by both Steve Howe and Geoff Downes. We also announce a COMPETITION to win a vinyl copy of Topgraphic Drama – Live Across America! Finally, there's a thought-provoking 2 pence…* From the 4 Yes albums released in the 80s what music might feature in #YES50?* What might be the determining factors?* What songs from these albums have been performed since the 80s?Li...2017-11-2446 minYMP Classic Feed – Yes Music PodcastWhat 80s music could be played on the YES50 tour? – 308Yes 80s Output
Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Michel Arsenault, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.
As we wait for YES50, we took the opportunity to think about what 80s music could be played by Yes, as suggested by both Steve Howe and Geoff Downes. We also announce a COMPETITION to win a vinyl copy of Topgraphic Drama - Live Across America! Finally, there's a thought-provoking 2 pence...
From the 4 Yes albums released in the 80s what music might feature in YES50?
What might be the determining factors?
What songs from these albums have been performed since the 80s?
Listen to the...2017-11-2446 minYMP Classic Feed – Yes Music PodcastGeoff Downes on #Yes50 and Topographic Drama – 305YES-Topographic Drama
Produced by Michel Arsenault, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.
We had the absolute pleasure of welcoming Yes keyboard player Geoff Downes onto the show this week to talk about the forthcoming #Yes50 celebrations and the wonderful, new Topographic Drama - Live Across America album. Geoff shares his thoughts on the inclusion of Tony Kaye in the concerts on the 50th Anniversary tour and how he expects it to work. We also listen in depth to the new live album and share our thoughts on that.
What does the new album sound like?
What are the performances lik...2017-11-031h 08Yes Music PodcastThe Steve Howe Album – Part 1 – 280 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.After looking at Yes keyboardists for a while, we are turning our attention to guitarists and this week we listen to side 1 of The Steve Howe Album. There's also a two pence about the 50th Anniversary and Mark reviews Flash's second record, ‘In the Can'.* Does this album sound like Yes?* Who are the guest musicians?* How many guitars does Steve use?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Become a YMP Patron!If...2017-05-0549 minYMP Classic Feed – Yes Music PodcastThe Steve Howe Album – Part 1 – 280The Steve Howe Album
Produced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.
After looking at Yes keyboardists for a while, we are turning our attention to guitarists and this week we listen to side 1 of The Steve Howe Album. There's also a two pence about the 50th Anniversary and Mark reviews Flash's second record, 'In the Can'.
Does this album sound like Yes?
Who are the guest musicians?
How many guitars does Steve use?
Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!
Become a YMP Patron!
If you would like to support...2017-05-0549 minYes Music PodcastMore on Yes keyboard players – 278 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.After a suggestion by Jeremy North, we look at live performances by Yes keyboard players including Kaye playing Wakeman and Wakeman playing Kaye. There's a great video doing the rounds of four Yes keyboard players playing the same Close to the Edge solo and it was a lot of fun to look at that carefully. Mark also reviews the debut Flash record which features Tony Kaye soon after he left Yes for the first time and we enter the dangerous waters of what Yes and...2017-04-211h 07YMP Classic Feed – Yes Music PodcastMore on Yes keyboard players – 278Yes logo by Roger Dean - of course!
Produced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.
After a suggestion by Jeremy North, we look at live performances by Yes keyboard players including Kaye playing Wakeman and Wakeman playing Kaye. There's a great video doing the rounds of four Yes keyboard players playing the same Close to the Edge solo and it was a lot of fun to look at that carefully. Mark also reviews the debut Flash record which features Tony Kaye soon after he left Yes for the first time and we enter the...2017-04-211h 07YMP Classic Feed – Yes Music PodcastKaye vs. Wakeman – 276Two wonderful albums!
Produced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.
We look at the first two Yes keyboard players in a week when they are both to be inducted into the Rock adn Roll Hall of Fame. We also talk about all the political insanity of this week as well as the brilliant highlights in the world of Yes!
Did Tony Kaye go as far as he could with the band?
What did Rick Wakeman bring?
Could Fragile or Close to the Edge been made with Tony Kaye?
Listen to the episode then let...2017-04-0759 minYes Music PodcastKaye vs. Wakeman – 276 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.We look at the first two Yes keyboard players in a week when they are both to be inducted into the Rock adn Roll Hall of Fame. We also talk about all the political insanity of this week as well as the brilliant highlights in the world of Yes!* Did Tony Kaye go as far as he could with the band?* What did Rick Wakeman bring?* Could Fragile or Close to the Edge been made with Tony Kaye?Listen...2017-04-0759 minYMP Classic Feed – Yes Music PodcastHowe vs. Rabin – 274Self Titled by Patrick MorazProduced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.
We look at the differences between Steve Howe and Trevor Rabin by listening to songs from Talk and Close to the Edge. Then we consider what it would be like if Anderson and Wakeman re-joined Yes in our two pence segment. Finally, Mark reviews Patrick Moraz' Self Titled album. Another packed episode!
How do the two guitarist differ in approach?
Can Yes be Yes with Trevor Rabin?
How does Howe achieve his sound?
Listen to the episode then let us know what you...2017-03-2456 minYes Music PodcastHowe vs. Rabin – 274 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.We look at the differences between Steve Howe and Trevor Rabin by listening to songs from Talk and Close to the Edge. Then we consider what it would be like if Anderson and Wakeman re-joined Yes in our two pence segment. Finally, Mark reviews Patrick Moraz' Self Titled album. Another packed episode!* How do the two guitarist differ in approach?* Can Yes be Yes with Trevor Rabin?* How wdoes Howe achieve his sound?Listen to the episode then let...2017-03-2456 minYMP Classic Feed – Yes Music PodcastARW live in Birmingham – 13th March 2017 – 273ARW live!Produced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.
Kevin feeds back from the ARW concert. Wow. Mark interviews him about his experiences and there's even time for a Patrick Moraz review!
What was the ARW concert experience like?
Were the band on top form?
How was the venue and the sound?
Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!
Become a YMP Patron!
If you would like to support the Yes Music Podcast, there is a new Patreon page where you can sign up.
The new iOS YMP app! Download...2017-03-1757 minYes Music PodcastTormato and Relayer Live – Really? 269 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.With Yes announcing that the next two albums to be given the ‘Album Series' treatment are Tormato and Relayer, we take a listen to both and discuss what we think the issues and challenges are of playing these records live in 2017/18.Mark also listens to the new Rick Wakeman album, Piano Portraits and there's a voice mail on the same subject from Bob Keeley. Finally, our 2 pence involves Alan White.* What is it about Tormato and Relayer that might be difficult to re...2017-02-171h 01YMP Classic Feed – Yes Music PodcastTormato and Relayer Live – Really? 269Produced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.
With Yes announcing that the next two albums to be given the 'Album Series' treatment are Tormato and Relayer, we take a listen to both and discuss what we think the issues and challenges are of playing these records live in 2017/18.
Mark also listens to the new Rick Wakeman album, Piano Portraits and there's a voice mail on the same subject from Bob Keeley. Finally, our 2 pence involves Alan White.
What is it about Tormato and Relayer that might be difficult to recreate live today?
How will...2017-02-171h 01