Congratulations to Kevin Mulryne for Episode 150 of the Yes Music Podcast! For some years now, the YMP has been the reference podcast about our favourite band, gathering fans from all over the world. For this episode, Kevin also asked for the listeners to record and send YMP announcements in their own native language, whichContinue reading “Yes Music Podcast 150th Episode”
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more info on “Turn of the Century”
Our friend D Michael Thorn, long time Yes fan and fellow bassist, has got in touch sharing his memories of Turn of the Century being played live in 1977 : ” (…) Chris tuned his bass CADG. I saw them here Oct 8, 1977 on the GftO tour. I was in front of Chris atContinue reading “more info on “Turn of the Century””
musinq competition
I was recently invited by gigg.com to enter a bass cover competition, so I decided to enter with my video of “Heart of the Sunrise”. If you have the time please vote on the link below (registration needed). You can vote every day. If this is too much trouble for you, and I understand perfectly,Continue reading “musinq competition”
Chris Squire’s Bass Inspirations
Last week, Chris Squire revealed some of his bass guitar most inspiring songs. This is a great opportunity to know a bit more about the bass sounds that influenced our hero throughout his career. There is even a YouTube and Spotify playlist to listen to the songs selected. Thanks, Chris! http://www.yesworld.com/2013/08/askyes-chris-squires-bass-inspirations/
The Fall of the House of Usher
Last month, the collective “P.R.E.C” presented a live soundtrack performance for the film “The Fall of the House of Usher”. The music was totally improvised. If you are interested in these forms of sonic expression, you can access the recorded performance by downloading the file or listening in streaming. Personally, I find this kind ofContinue reading “The Fall of the House of Usher”
MIA 2013
In the last month of may, I attended for the fourth time the improvised music encounter MIA 2013. This was again a very rewarding experience, having the opportunity to be close and to play with a different kind of musicians with various musical backgrounds but united to explore and discuss improvisation and music.
Rick Wakeman in Portugal
Last April I had the honour to watch Rick Wakeman in concert for the first time in Portugal. Rick closed this year’s edition of Gouveia Art Rock’s festival, in the beautiful town of Gouveia. Rick brought us to an “Intimate Evening” with him and his piano, playing songs of his solo carreer, from Yes (And You andContinue reading “Rick Wakeman in Portugal”
Rig Rundown – Yes’ Chris Squire & Steve Howe
PremierGuitar.com made a spectacular interview with Chris Squire, Chris’ technician Richard Davis and Steve Howe where they present all of they gear for the current Three-album tour. Possibly the most complete guided tour to Chris’ and Steve’s instruments, effects and amps. A rare chance to see our heroes talking about the instruments that make historyContinue reading “Rig Rundown – Yes’ Chris Squire & Steve Howe”
Ask YES – Questions to Chris Squire
Last week, Chris Squire received questions from fans all over the world so he could answer via Yesworld. Luckily enough my question was answered. Here is what I asked and what Chris replied: Question – “Dear Chris. You mentioned on interviews about ‘Roundabout‘ bass line being doubled by yourself playing a guitar. It seems toContinue reading “Ask YES – Questions to Chris Squire”
Lulas Belhas – Estrada Assassina
Here is the latest video-clip from Lulas Belhas. Our new album will be out soon and is currently mixing. This video was produced by our friends at Timelapse-Media. I will post soon some bass audio clips from the recording sessions.
Miguel Falcão (miguelbass) 