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Yes Music PodcastWhat did they do next part 26b – Steve Howe – 507Steve Howe by William MulryneProduced by Wayne Hall and Jeffrey CreceliusIn this second part of our look at what Steve Howe did next, Mark and I listen to his solo album, Spectrum.It includes contributions from Tony Levin, Dylan Howe, Virgil Howe and Oliver Wakeman and features many fabulous examples of Steve's virtuosity and versatility.* How does this rank among Steve's solo albums?* What are the contributions of the 'guests' like?* Is that 'Hour of Need'?Listen to...2021-11-0536 minYes Music PodcastWhat did they do next part 26a – Steve Howe – 506Steve Howe by William MulryneProduced by Wayne Hall and Jeffrey CreceliusIn a break from our very well-received technical episodes, Mark and I return this week to the what did they do next series.We are still in the so-called YES hiatus period of 2005-ish and we have just two band members yet to consider, the first being Steve Howe. SO we’ve taken a look around the various sources to see what Steve was up to at this point and one of the most useful was, pe...2021-10-2925 minYes Music PodcastWhat Did They Do Next Part 17b – Billy Sherwood – 455Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierBilly Sherwood - Photo by William MulryneMark and I are back this week with the second part of our look at the World Trade album Euphoria in our what did they do next series this time featuring Billy Sherwood.We also have a chance to give our two pence on a topic which compares Roger Dean’s approach to that of Yes themselves. I hope you find all that interesting.2020-11-0648 minYes 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 min
The Sue Atkins Parenting ShowThe Best Parenting Podcast For Busy Mums and Dads | Sue Atkins’ Best Bits - SAPS 154For parents, podcasts can offer some brilliant expert insight and advice. Podcasts have become a hugely popular format for anyone with some spare time and a keen interest in just about anything. I’m delighted to have been chosen by the highly regarded Twinkl Resources as one of their top education podcasts handpicked by teachers. If you’re looking for some straight-up, positive advice on topics that affect your daily life, then check out The Sue Atkins Parenting Show. Each week we bare all and discuss every nitty gritty aspect of your parenting challenges, from weaning to whining, boundaries round tech...2020-01-1526 minYes Music PodcastEnd of 2019 crossover episode featuring The Progressive Palaver – 412The Progressive Palaver Podcast join us for a joint episode!Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier For a special end of decade show, we join forces with our friends at the Progressive Palaver and enjoy a Two Pence all about Tormato! * What would you do to 'fix' Tormato?* Does it need to be fixed?* Is it worth fixing?Listen to the episode and let us know what you think!If you would like to support...2019-12-3020 minYes Music Podcast8 years of the YMP – 400Just some of the prizes up for grabs!Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier Well, here we are at episode 400 and as a result we are going to break the structure of the episode for one week only because we have 2 major pieces of content for you - an interview with a certain musician you will certainly recognise (OK, it's our own, Billy Sherwood!) and then our epic 400th episode quiz to win a ridiculous number of Yes and Yes related items. Billy...2019-10-0455 minYes Music PodcastWhite by White (Alan White, that, that is) – 367Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR HoisingtonThis week, we listen to a little-known album which should be better known to all Yes fans, White by the Alan White-led band, White. We also have time for the return of our two pence segment and we consider whether Jon Anderson should be concentrating on 1000 Hands or ARW...! * What is the White album like? * Why is it so obscure? * What's the story of the band?Listen and let us know what you think!Become a YMP...2019-01-1840 minYes Music PodcastSome rather unusual Yes and Yes-related items we got for Christmas – 366Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR Hoisington * What did we get for Christmas? * What's unusual about the some of the items? * What's an obi strip?Listen and let us know what you think!Become a YMP Patron:If you would like to support the Yes Music Podcast financially and also have access to exclusive activity and opportunities, there is a special page you can use to sign up and 2019 is the time to join us:Become a Patron!2019-01-1143 minYes Music PodcastBrief New Year update – 365Produced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier, Bill Govier and VR HoisingtonMark and I will be back next week with a full episode but in the meantime, here is a brief update and another reminder about the new 2019 Patron activities - get involved!Become a YMP Patron:If you would like to support the Yes Music Podcast financially and also have access to exclusive activity and opportunities, there is a special page you can use to sign up and 2019 is the time to join us:Become a Patron!2019-01-0402 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 PodcastRelayer Live in 2019? 348 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierWith the 'news' that Patrick Moraz might be joining Yes live in 2019 to play the whole of Relayer, Mark and I discuss the possibilities and challenges this presents. We listen to/watch recordings from when Moraz was in the band playing the songs from Relayer and then have a chat about it all. * How could Moraz be integrated into the current Yes band? * What instrumentation is needed for Relayer? * Are the songs similar to other Yes music?Listen to the episode...2018-08-1751 minYes Music PodcastYES Legacy – 50th Anniversary Plaque unveiling – 347 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierI report back from the amazing YES 50 Plaque unveiling ceremony in London where I met Bill Bruford, members of Chris Squire's family, Chris Welch and many other Yes fans.Mark and I chat about the significance of he event and there's a 2 pence about the Patrick Moraz Relayer rumours and how Yes could perform and record as a collective in the future. * How did the plaque unveiling go? * Who turned up? * Should we expand the idea of what Yes is?2018-08-1059 minYes Music PodcastFragile – by Yes Featuring ARW! – 346 - Yes Music Podcasthref="https://yesmusicpodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/ymp_logo-1.png"> YMP - always at the forefront of the news! ;-)[/Produced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierA short discussion of the new music by Yes featuring ARW entitled 'Fragile' which has been released unofficially on YouTube. * Is this just a Rabin solo song? * Does it sound like Yes? * Do you like it?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=eFgi-gfTdqgVote for the 50...2018-08-0315 minYes Music PodcastYES FanFest – 50 True Summers – from a distance – 345 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierNeither Mark nor I were able to get to the YES50 FanFest in Philadelphia but we took part as well as we could remotely. This week we are reflecting on some of the performances and the general feel we picked up remotely. We also have a two pence about whether Yes are playing too often these days. * Which Yes men were there? * What was played? * Was it a worthwhile event?Listen to the episode then let us know what you...2018-07-2753 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 minYes Music PodcastYes singles part 20 – Heaven and Earth – 343 -Produced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierWe've (finally) reached the end of the Yes singles series with Heaven and Earth which didn't really have any proper singles at all. However, it does give us a chance to think about Yes' latest studio album again and we also have a bass focus in our 2 pence segment. * What's is it with Heaven and Earth? * Were there any singles? * Why was RTB used again?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Joseph Cesari's...2018-07-1349 minYes Music PodcastYes singles part 19 – Fly From Here – 342 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierWe consider the singles (if any) from Fly From Here this week and talk about this difficult time in the band's history - a bit. There's also a Two Pence segment where Mark is disappointed with his latest Pledge Music acquisition... * Were there any singles from Fly From Here? * Why was Oliver Wakeman not on this album? * Was Trevor Horn an asset or too controlling?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Vote...2018-07-0653 min
Yes Music PodcastYes miscellany – it's all a matter of opinion – 341 - Yes Music PodcastMy copy of RelayerProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierThis week I'm preoccupied with arrangements for the family funeral but I managed to meet up with Mark to discuss a selection of Yes topics which I hope you will enjoy. Please do add your answers to the various questions I posed in the comments. * What's your favourite Yes memorabilia? * What's your favourite album pre-1980? * Yes or Time and a Word? * ...and more!Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!...2018-06-2925 minYes Music PodcastYes singles part 18 – Magnification – 340 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierWe consider the singles (if any) from Magnification this week and talk about that album alongside Symphonic Live. There's also time for a Two Pence segment on the ARW revelations this week! * Were there any singles from Magnification? * Does the orchestra work well? * Did the band miss a keyboard player - including live?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Vote for the 50th Anniversary Fan Convention in the Prog Awards!...2018-06-2253 minYes Music PodcastA short set of messages in a difficult week – 339 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierA very short episode this week as I was unable to fit anything more in due to bereavement.Vote for YES50 Fan Convention and Fish Out Of WaterARW in Oslo reviewYes50Fanconvention.com is now live!Geoff Bailie's brand new Yes show! https://progreport.com/radio/Live at 7pm UK and 10am Eastern Time on Fridays! Then, get it on iTunes/Apple Podcasts.Become a YMP Patron:If y...2018-06-1507 minYes Music PodcastYes Singles part 17 – The Ladder – 338 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne * Were there any singles from The Ladder? * How would you rate this album? * How do the two Yes camp set lists shape up?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Yes50Fanconvention.com is now live!Geoff Bailie's brand new Yes show! https://progreport.com/radio/Live at 7pm UK and 10am Eastern Time on Fridays! Then, get it on iTunes/Apple Podcasts.Become a YMP Patron:If you would like to s...2018-06-0854 minYes Music PodcastThe Sea Within and Tom Brislin Interview – 337 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierIn a week which was supposed to be a holiday for me, we actually managed to speak to Tom Brislin about his new band The Sea Within as well as about #YES50. Mark reviewed the self-titled album and we then got together to compare notes. Phew! * Is this the new sound of prog? * How are the guests involved? * What is Tom going to do in YES50??Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!...2018-06-0155 minYes Music PodcastFish Out Of Water Deluxe Edition – 336 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierMark and I have finally both received our remarkable box sets of the deluxe edition of Chris Squire's progressive masterpiece, Fish Out Of Water. It's an expansive set so we get stuck into as much of it as we can this week. * What is in that really heavy box? * How does the new mix sound? * Is it all worth the money?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Yes50Fanconvention.com is now...2018-05-2553 minYes Music PodcastYes singles part 16 – Keys to Ascension and Open Your Eyes – 335 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierWe cover the Keys to Ascension albums as well as Open Your Eyes this week in our look at the Yes singles. It's a complex and unclear picture! * What was going on in the band and with album releases? * Were there any singles? * Was this the most confused period of the band's history?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Yes50Fanconvention.com is now live!Geoff B...2018-05-1849 minYes Music PodcastYes singles part 15 – Talk – 334 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierWe've reached Talk in our survey of Yes singles. It's a fairly sketchy picture but we know there was at least one single from this great album and possibly a couple more - as usual if you have copies of these singles, please do leave a comment int eh show notes!In our Two pence segment we also have a chance to think about whether Yes have released too many live albums. * Was Talk a Trevor Rabin solo album? * What...2018-05-1153 minYes Music PodcastYes singles part 14 – Union – 333 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierWhat was going on with Union? It's a question which has baffled fans and riled members of the band ever since the record was released. This week, we take a look at the singles from Union and talk a bit about the politics as well. There's also a contentious 2 pence about the forthcoming Steven Wilson mixes box set so get your commenting fingers ready! * Who is playing what on this album? * Does anyone know? * Does anyone care?Listen to...2018-05-041h 00Yes Music PodcastYes singles part 13 – Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe – 332 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierDepending on your point of view, this week we take a detour from Yes - or not. It's time to look at Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe and the singles from that self-titled album. There are plenty of variations to consider and we also have time to think a bit about Lee Pomeroy and ARW as well. * Is this Yes? * Does it matter? * What were the singles like?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!2018-04-271h 05Yes Music PodcastYes singles part 12 – Big Generator – 331 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierBig Generator took a long time to create but, fear not, this episode isn't quite as long as that process was. We look at the singles generated by Big Generator and we also consider what extras might be included on new studio albums today. * Was Big Generator as good as 90125? * What about the singles? * Is this more like Yes music?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Yes50Fanconvention.com is now live!2018-04-201h 04Yes 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 minYes 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 50 Live in Birmingham 2018 – 327 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierWe are taking a break from the Yes singles episodes because of the YES50 celebrations over the next couple of weeks. In an unusual episode this week, Mark interviews me about my own YES50 concert experience in Birmingham. There's some time for a brief news section as well. * How was the Birmingham YES50 concert? * Was the set list satisfying? * How was Tales live?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Become a YMP...2018-03-2333 minYes Music PodcastYes Singles Part 10 – Drama – 325 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierIt's Drama this week which fits in well with the forthcoming launch of Fly From Here - Return Trip at the #YES50 Fan Convention in London next week. Mark and I also get to bang on about the set list for the first two concerts of the #YES50 tour and there is a huge amount of news! * How does Into the Lens works as a single? * Was it the only single from Drama? * What was the B side?Listen...2018-03-1652 minYes Music PodcastYes Singles Part 9 – Tormato – 324 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill GovierWe have reached 1978's Tormato in our survey of Yes singles which means listening to Don't Kill the Whale and couple of other songs.There's also news of Yes' contribution to Record Store Day which has prompted a Two Pence section and there's a rising sense of excitement about #YES50! * Was Don't Kill The Whale the only single from Tormato? * Is this really an irredeemably bad album? * What are Yes thinking releasing 'that' album as a picture disc for...2018-03-0952 minYes Music PodcastYes singles part 8 – Going For The One – 322 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.We have reached Going For The One in our grand progress through the Yes singles so we listen to Wonderous Stories, Going For The One and their respective B sides as well as mentioning a few oddities!The Two Pence section focuses on the new Trevor Horn re-working of Fly From Here - Return Trip which has us both quite excited. * Did the band deliberately write singles for Going For The One? * Is Wonderous Stories the perfect Yes single? * A...2018-03-021h 00Yes Music PodcastWould you rather…in #YES50? 321 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.This week, I'm on half term holiday with the family so I only had time to record 2 two pences with Mark. However, they will hopefully give you a chance to see if you agree with us! * Who do you want to see? * New music or live performances? * Should there be a single from the new Fly From Here version?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Become a YMP Patron!If y...2018-02-2324 minYes Music PodcastYes singles part 7 – Solo Album singles – 320 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.In a detour, we talk about the singles from the Solo albums Yes members produced after Relayer. I couldn't speak live to Mark this week due to work and family commitments but we still recorded our own thoughts. * Did all the solo albums produce a single? * Are all of them equally as effective? * Does Mark sing in this episode?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Become a YMP Patron!If y...2018-02-1634 minYes Music PodcastYes singles part 6 – Tales from Topographic Oceans and Relayer – 319 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.No singles were released from Tales From Topographic Oceans - unless you know differently...so we have skipped right along to Relayer and its single, Soon which had an edit of Sound Chaser on the B side. We also discuss Cruise to the Edge and there's plenty of other news as well. * What does Soon sound like, ripped out of its rightful place in Gates of Delirium? * Sound Chaser as a B side? Really? * Is there anything else which could have b...2018-02-0943 minYes Music PodcastYes singles part 5 – Close To The Edge – 318 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Robert Nasir, Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.Close To The Edge is, for most fans and commentators, the pinnacle of progressive rock music but did it have as much success in single format? We discuss this and also the recent picture shared by Billy Sherwood of a post-Yes-rehearsal meal... * What were the singles from Close To The Edge? * How did they compare to previous efforts? * Was there a UK single this time?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Become a...2018-02-0245 minYes Music PodcastYes singles part 4 – Fragile – 317 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.Fragile elevated the band further than ever before. Rick Wakeman joined and Roger Dean provided the iconic artwork. The single was Roundabout - perhaps 'the' classic song. We also have a 2 pence about ARW's plans for a huge 50th Anniversary concert... * How does the edited version of Roundabout work? * What does Rick Wakeman add? * No UK single?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Become a YMP Patron!If you would like to s...2018-01-2649 minYes 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 minYes Music PodcastYes singles part 2 – Time And A Word – 315 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Michel Arsenault, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.We've reached Time And A Word in our survey of Yes' singles so let us know what you think of Time And A Word b/w The Prophet and Sweet Dreams b/w Dear Father.Also, I announce the winner of the Downes Braide Association album, Skyscraper Souls and in the Two Pence segment we tackle orchestras and Yes music.Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Become a YMP Patron!If you wou...2018-01-1256 minYes Music PodcastYes singles part 1 – 314 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Michel Arsenault, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.For our first episode of 2018 - #YES50! - we start a new series about Yes singles from the first album to the last. This week we consider the two 45s released from the debut album.Also, there's the chance to win a copy of the Downes Braide Association album, Skyscraper Souls and a show-and-tell session featuring our Christmas hauls - all great fun!Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Become a YMP Patron!2018-01-0548 minYes Music PodcastEnd of Year Quiz and 2017 Review – 313 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.The second of two short episodes for Christmas and New Year 2017. Mark reviews the year and I present a quick quiz!Season’s Greetings to all!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 Patreon page where you can sign up.The new YMP YouTube Channel featuring Mark's vinyl explorationShow notes and link...2017-12-2915 minYes Music PodcastMabel Greer’s Toyshop album result plus a very brief Christmas and New Year message – 312 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Michel Arsenault, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.As usual at this time of year, I am on holiday with my family so full episodes of the YMP will return in the New Year. However, I do have time to announce the winner of the Mabel Greer’s Toyshop album competition and there are very brief seasonal messages from Mark and me.Season’s Greetings to all!Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Become a YMP Patron!If you would like to support...2017-12-2202 minYes Music PodcastClive Bayley from Mabel Greer's Toyshop talks about the new album and Peter Banks – 311 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Michel Arsenault, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.I wasn't able to record with Mark this week but I did manage to speak to Clive Bayley of Mabel Greer's Toyshop which morphed into Yes in 1968. The new album, The Secret, features the late, great Peter Banks on the title song and Clive explains how that came about. Mark also gives his recommendations for those interested in investigating what Peter Banks did next... * How does Peter Banks appear on this new album? * What influenced are present in this record? * Is Mab...2017-12-1533 min
Pivotal Podcast - Managing BehaviourIt's the Pivotal Podcast Christmas Quiz 2017! - 181It's time for the annual Pivotal Podcast Christmas quiz. This year, we've changed the format a bit so you can play along in your staff meeting or even at your Christmas party!Podcast presenters are:Paul DixOllie FrithHywel RobertsKevin Mulryne2017-12-1148 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 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 minYes Music PodcastYes Tracks Through Time – Part 14 – Survival – 307 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Michel Arsenault, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.I didn't get to see Rick Wakeman this week, due to a family emergency but we still managed to think about Survival and how it's been performed over the years. We watch the videos embedded below and then we consider who might also join Yes on stage for #YES50 next year in our 2 pence segment.* How was Survival performed back in 1969?* How frequently has it appeared in set-lists since then?* Is it a good song?Listen to the episode then let...2017-11-1747 minYes Music PodcastGeoff Downes on DBA3 – Skyscraper Souls – 306 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Jeffrey Crecelius, Michel Arsenault, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.We managed to speak to Geoff Downes about his other new release – The Downes Braide Association's DBA3 – Skyscraper Souls. Mark and I go into a lot of detail about the album and then ask Geoff some questions about its construction and influences.There's also time for a rather mischievous Yes and ARW 2 pence so something for everyone, we hope!* Is this DBA album a continuation of or a revolution from the last?* Did Geoff ever meet any of the contributors?* What is the...2017-11-101h 06Yes Music PodcastGeoff Downes on #Yes50 and Topographic Drama – 305 - Yes Music PodcastProduced 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 perfo...2017-11-031h 08Yes Music PodcastLive rarities and oddities – 304 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Michel Arsenault, Wayne Hall, Preston Frazier and Bill Govier.Another week another challenge! It's been another difficult week but here we are with a look at some of the strange and unusual things Yes have played live over the years. What's your favourite?* Do you like Yes playing bits and pieces of other people's music?* Does it always fit?* Which era of the band integrated your favourite items?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Become a YMP Patron!If you would like to support the...2017-10-2734 minYes Music PodcastJon Anderson's Song of Seven – 303 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.In a week where Kevin is not well, we still manage to review Song of Seven separately. Mark also steps into the breach with a review of an epic Rick Wakeman album – Return to the Centre of the Earth – as well as a special 2 pence – thanks Mark!* What is the follow up to Olias of Sunhillow like?* Is it prog?* What did Jon get up to outsode Yes?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Become a YMP...2017-10-2032 minYes Music PodcastGoing For The One ‘Lost' Songs – 302 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.We listen to the extra songs on the expanded and remastered Going For The One reissue and Miguel Falcao gives us an in-depth look at the Chris Squire masterpiece, Amazing Grace. There's also a 2 pence on posthumous songs/albums.* Are any of the extra songs worth listening to?* Why did Chris Squire shelve his solo for so long?* What do you think about developing and releasing late Yes men's recordings?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!2017-10-131h 06Yes Music PodcastYes Album Covers – The Good The Bad And The Ugly – 301 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.After the excitement of episode 300, we are back with some more great Yes discussion – this time about the album covers we think are the most and least effective. There's also time for a 2 pence about ARW and their covers…* Which is the most effective Yes album cover?* Which is the least effective?* Is it all about Roger Dean?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Become a YMP Patron!If you would like to support the...2017-10-0646 minYes Music PodcastYMP reaches another milestone – 300 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.It's the 300th episode! We take a look back at some notable happenings in the past 300 episodes and listeners also sent in their audio appreciation of Yes. We announce the winner of the Steve Howe Anthology 2 set, donated by Preston Frazier and Mark and I get a bit over excited about the new Yes live album!* What are your favourite bits from the first 300 episodes?* What is the new live album going to be like?* Can we keep going for another 300 episodes?2017-09-291h 38Yes Music PodcastMark's ARW experience including an interview with Lee Pomeroy – 299 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.Mark went to see ARW in concert this week and he also managed to meet up with Lou Molino and Lee Pomeroy! He recorded some audio with Lee and gives us his view of the show. In a complementary event, I received my Yes Active CD-ROM which is wonderful!* What was the ARW concert like?* How were Lou and Lee?* What is the Yes Active CD-ROM like?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Become a Y...2017-09-2256 minYes Music PodcastGoing For The One is 40! 297 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.The last album in the main sequence turns 40 this year so we take another look at it this week. There's also the news of the 50th Anniversary and Mark reviews a Bill Bruford record.* What do we think of Going for the One today?* Is the production good?* What about live recordings?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...2017-09-081h 06Yes Music PodcastSteve Howe – Anthology 2 – 296 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.Our first ‘proper' episode for a couple of weeks features the brilliant Steve Howe Anthology 2 as well as a two pence about ARW changing the set list (at last) and there are two Yestival reviews!* Can we hear the origins of Howe's style here?* What are those ‘backing tracks'?* Is it a worthwhile collection?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, ther...2017-09-0158 minYes Music PodcastYestival is the Steve Howe Show – 294 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.On social media this week there was a suggestion that Steve Howe has taken over Yes – in organisation and playing. So we investigate this claim by watching some live videos of 2017 and much earlier. Also, we have Preston Frazier with us to talk about his recent experience of Yestival and some two pences. Mark also continues his obsession with a review of Two Sides of Peter Banks.* Has Steve Howe taken over?* Is he dominating Yes?* What was it like at a Yestival co...2017-08-181h 03Yes Music PodcastYestival! – 293 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.Yestival is finally underway and so Mark and I watch some of the first crowd-shot videos which have emerged. Obviously, there are lots of spoilers so if you don't want to know the answer, look away now. We also go on a bit about a the second keyboard player on the 90125 tour in the two pence segment and Mark reviews Circa's latest -Valley of the Windmill.* How is Dylan Howe doing?* What about the setlist?* Has it all kicked off well?...2017-08-111h 05Yes Music PodcastLive From House of Blues – 292 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.Mark and I watch some of House of Yes – Live at House of Blues and also share some amazing news about Dylan Howe! There's also time for some other Two Pence discussion and Mark reviews Can't Look Away by Trevor Rabin.* Was the band live as good as they were in the studio?* What will Dylan Howe bring to the band?* What was Trevor Rabin doing in his solo work in the 80s?Listen to the episode then let us know wh...2017-07-2853 minYes Music PodcastYes Music for Life Events – 291 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.What Yes music would go with which life event? This is a topic suggested by Jeffrey Crecelius and was great fun for Mark and me to discuss. There's also time for two Two Pences and Mark reviews the GTR album.* Titles or moods – which is best?* Yes music for every occasion?* Should we be interested in compilation albums?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Become a YMP Patron!If you would like to support th...2017-07-2149 minYes Music PodcastThe Ladder Revisited – 290 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.This week I couldn't find a time to record with Mark but we still managed to take another, separate look at The Ladder after many mentions of it recently. Mark also reviews Yesterdays.* What to leave out?* What to put on?* Live or studio tracks?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...2017-07-1433 minYes Music PodcastDesert Island Yes CD – 289 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.We welcome Bob to the show to talk about what he would have on a 1 hour Yes CD! Mark also reviews Tales From Topographic Oceans!* What to leave out?* What to put on?* Live or studio tracks?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...2017-07-071h 05Yes Music PodcastJon Anderson's Animation – 288 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.It's back to the 1980s this week as we listen to Jon Anderson's third solo album, Animation. The two pence is about Roger Dean and his influence over the Yes music buying population.* Is Animation prog?* What is Anderson trying to do?* Would you buy a Yes album without a Roger Dean cover?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Become a YMP Patron!If you would like to support the Yes Music...2017-06-3048 minYes Music PodcastLevin Torn White – 287 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.We enjoy listening to music neither of us has heard previously and which combines Yes (Alan White) with King Crimson (Tony Levin). It's an amazing album and well worth the time and effort to listen! Then we are joined by none other than Jeremy North for a 2 pence discussion all about when it would have been best for Yes to call it a day…you'll need to listen to understand why we were talking about this!* What kind of music do this supergroup cr...2017-06-2357 minYes Music PodcastWhat's your favourite post-main sequence Yes epic? 286 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.Epic Yes music is under the microscope this week. Also, Mark reviews One Live Badger!* Are there any epics post 1979?* Are any good?* What defines ‘epic'?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 it here.The new Android YMP app! Do...2017-06-1645 minYes Music PodcastBill Bruford vs. Alan White – 285 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.It was brilliant to be able to welcome Preston Frazier to the podcast this week to talk about Bill Bruford and Alan White. Mark and Kevin join with Preston to review the two drummers' contribution to the music of Yes over the years.* Which drummer is your favourite Yes skinman?* Could Bruford have carried on in Yes?* What about Union live and ‘those' Simmons drums?Listen to the episode then let us know what you think!Become a YM...2017-06-0945 minYes Music PodcastReasons why Yes music has endured and will continue – 284 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.As it's half term holiday in the UK this week, I haven't been able to add all the ‘bells and whistles' such as news and in-depth analysis to this episode but there was time to speak to bass maestro, Miguel Falcao, and Mark about Yes music and why it endures. Mark also reviews another Flash album – ‘Out of Our Hands'. Back to normal next week I hope!* What is it about Yes music which means it has lasted for almost 50 years?* What will m...2017-06-0245 minYes Music PodcastYes Tracks Through Time Part 13 – The Fish – 283 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.This week it was great to welcome long-time listener, Ken Fuller, onto the show. We listen to the bass master-work, The Fish, and its second iteration, Whitefish, from a variety of different Yes periods. We had a great time!* Which version is better?* Bruford or White?* How good was Squire?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...2017-05-2642 minYes Music Podcast9012Live – 282 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.We were delighted to welcome Joost Maglev onto the show this week to discuss 9012Live from 1985. We all really enjoyed this fantastic live concert film and the 80s fashions it contains! Mark also reviews the Patrick Moraz album ‘Syrinx – Coexistence'.* How does the band look and sound on this film?* Is ARW the same as Yes in the Rabin era?* How did selling millions of records affect the live show?Listen to the episode then let us know what you...2017-05-191h 04Yes Music PodcastThe Steve Howe Album – Part 2 – 281 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.We finish off listening to The Steve Howe Album this week and there's a bit of a difference of opinion about it! The two pence segment is about the news that Billy Sherwood is working on a new Yes live album and Mark reviews Trevor Rabin's solo outing, ‘Wolf'. Plenty to get your teeth into…* Is side two as good as side one?* How do the orchestral arrangements work?* Who is this Vivaldi bloke anyway?Listen to the episode then...2017-05-1252 minYes 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 minYes Music PodcastWhat we wish Yes and ARW would play live in 2017 – 279 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.If it was up to us, here are some songs we would like Yes and ARW to play in their Summer tours, 2017. There's also a two pence about what live albums we would like to see next and Mark reviews the Bill Bruford album – Earthworks.* Could there be a Yestival II featuring albums beyond Drama?* What could ARW add to their setlist?* Could the current Yes line up cope with really old songs?Listen to the episode then let us...2017-04-2855 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 07Yes Music PodcastA Tale of Two Yesses – 277 - Yes Music PodcastProduced by Preston Frazier, David Gordon, Bill Govier, Wayne Hall and Michel Arsenault.It's the Easter holidays for me but I still managed to catch up with Mark about the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction and the following re-naming antics. It was fantastic to have audio from the event from Ken Fuller and Michel Arsenault and also photographs from Bob Mantin – thanks to all! Mark also reviews a Bill Bruford record!* How did the induction go?* Who played?* What were the speeches like?Listen to the episode then let us kn...2017-04-1445 min
Yes Music PodcastEpisode 121 – A first look at ‘Time and a Word Yes Interviews’ by Jon KirkhamThe one hundred and twenty first episode of the Yes Music Podcast, featuring my first look at the new book, 'Time and a Word Yes Interviews', by Jon Kirkham.Is the book as high-quality as advertised?What does it contain?Is it worth the money?Listen and see if you agree with me, then let me know by contacting me via any of the methods below.Photographs by William MulrynePlease subscribe!If you are still listening to the podcast on the website, please consider subscribing so you don’t...2014-02-0728 minYes Music PodcastEpisode 61 – The Yes Alphabet – ‘F’The sixty-first episode of the Yes Music Podcast featuring the letter, 'F'.Listen and see if all your letter 'F' choices are included, then let me know by contacting me via any of the different routes on the right hand side or by leaving a comment below!Two albums begin with 'F' and each one has a track which begins with 'F' - can you name all four items?How many other tracks can you think of beginning with 'F'?What have I missed out in the whole history of the group which begins...2012-11-3016 minYes Music PodcastEpisode 60 – Keys to Ascension DVD – Part 2The sixtieth episode of the Yes Music Podcast featuring the live DVD - Keys to Ascension.Listen and see if you agree with me, then let me know by contacting me via any of the different routes on the right hand side or by leaving a comment below!How does the director treat the rest of the live footage?Why are daytime TV movies relevant to this DVD?What is the overall verdict of the package?If you would like to claim your YMP Listener Open Badge, send an email to show...2012-11-2314 minYes Music PodcastEpisode 59 – Keys to Ascension DVD – Part 1The fifty-ninth episode of the Yes Music Podcast featuring the live DVD - Keys to Ascension.Listen and see if you agree with me, then let me know by contacting me via any of the different routes on the right hand side or by leaving a comment below!What does a DVD add to an audio recording of a concert?What was DVD production like in 2000?Would we rather not see how the pieces are put together?If you would like to claim your YMP Listener Open Badge, send an email to...2012-11-1621 minYes Music PodcastEpisode 58 – Mabel Greer’s ToyshopThe fifty-eighth episode of the Yes Music Podcast featuring the pre-Yes band, Mabel Greer's Toyshop.Listen and see if you agree with me that this band gives a fascinating insight into the development of Yes, then let me know by contacting me via any of the different routes on the right hand side or by leaving a comment below!Are any of the surviving recordings of Mabel Greer's Toyshop worth listening to?What clues are there to the early sound of Yes?Why should we bother to remember bands like this?2012-11-0914 minYes Music PodcastEpisode 53 – The Yes Alphabet – ‘D’The fifty-third episode of the Yes Music Podcast featuring the letter, 'D'.Listen and see if your letter 'D' choices are included. Then let me know by contacting me via any of the different routes on the right hand side or by leaving a comment below!How many 'D' band personnel can you name?Which other 'D's are crucial elements of the band's success?Which tracks begin with 'D'?Please subscribe!If you are still listening to the podcast on the website, please consider subscribing so you don’t risk mis...2012-10-0517 minYes Music PodcastYes Music Champagne MomentsAfter a fantastic response from listeners, I have been able to put together a great episode. Listen and find out what your fellow Yes fans consider to be the best moments of Yes music - the moments which remind them why they love listening to Yes - their 'champagne moments'.Many thanks to the following listeners for their contributions:William Mulryne @william_mulryneMichael Williams @TheWeamsRoger Dean Crab Nebula http://youtu.be/UiWlDedXcuYFires were set during Ritual http://youtu.be/XZZsf2WLsPYShortly Afterwards http://youtu.be/9bKhN...2011-12-2322 minYes Music PodcastYes Music Podcast 0 – IntroductionA short introduction to the Yes Music Podcast with your host, Kevin Mulryne.Find out what the Yes Music Podcast is going to be aboutStart connecting with the showSubscribe and get involvedHomework for next time:Listen to Yes' 1969 debut album, 'Yes'. You can find it in the following locations if you don't own it (yet!):'Yes' on Spotify:http://open.spotify.com/album/7wCflCoMEA9L7hIP65mfN3'Yes' on iTunes:http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/yes-remastered/id272122765'Yes' on Amazon (UK)2011-08-1703 min