Yes were one of the most definitive prog bands of the 70s. They were formed in 1968 by vocalist/lyricist Jon Anderson and legendary pick bassist Chris Squire in London, England. They began with interests to mix R&B songs, or songs of artists like The Beatles, and wildly expand them with influence of blues and jazz, making them one of the first 'proto-prog' bands. By the time the 70s came around, Yes had already began becoming more ambitious, firing guitarist Peter Banks, replaced by virtuoso guitarist Steve Howe. With albums like Fragile and Close to the Edge, they had pefected their virtuoso sound with keyboardist Rick Wakeman (had been in the band 5 separate times, the previous keyboardist had left because he could not keep up with Steve Howe's playing) and famous prog drummer Bill Bruford (who left Yes in 1972 for King Crimson).
In 1974 they released their most controversial album, Tales of Topographic Oceans. With its over-the-top compositions, and Anderson's self-indulgent lyrics based on Eastern mysticism, fans and cr...more
