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9012-jive
10-28-2009, 10:54 PM
Bill is my Yes drummer. He did things with time that other drummers just do not do. The band evolved in a way that did not carry his ideas with it. And in fact they are a bit ecclectic. But I'm just glad we had him as the engines on this big rocket of a band caught fire and his rhythms were what allowed them to reach escape velocity with CTTE.

A Toast to Bill!!

I've read him making comments about how difficult it is to tour with his equipment in a world of high security brought about by terror. Maybe he needs to ground himself with Rick and Jon in the UK there and record something.
Imperatrix
10-28-2009, 11:23 PM
Bill is an infinitely talented class act. I love everything he's ever done re: music.
yesyadda
10-28-2009, 11:28 PM
And he gave 100% to everything.
Hill St.
10-29-2009, 12:54 AM
After reading his book, I like him even more.
Meng
10-29-2009, 06:18 AM
Hear hear. BB - he da man.

:drummer:
9012-jive
10-29-2009, 09:38 AM
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ANTIOCH
10-29-2009, 12:16 PM
I'd like to see Bill record with Jon & Rick, and bring in (say) Peter Banks.
SillyHumanRace
10-29-2009, 05:53 PM
I saw one person mention Bill's book. Anyone else read it yet? I thought it was a very well written, insightful glimpse into his music world.
9012-jive
10-29-2009, 06:05 PM
I saw one person mention Bill's book. Anyone else read it yet? I thought it was a very well written, insightful glimpse into his music world.

I have not read it yet. Is it available on Amazon? Hey post some more pics ms. grand canyon.
bleakhouse
10-29-2009, 07:11 PM
Iīve read it and itīs brilliant and after reading it you can be 100% sure, that he is
not going to record or tour with Jon Anderson again.
Imperatrix
10-29-2009, 07:18 PM
I saw one person mention Bill's book. Anyone else read it yet? I thought it was a very well written, insightful glimpse into his music world.

I did, and I enjoyed it very much. Matter of fact, it's due for a reread soon!
brianos
10-29-2009, 07:45 PM
I saw one person mention Bill's book. Anyone else read it yet? I thought it was a very well written, insightful glimpse into his music world.
Yeah, there's a whole thread somewhere from back when Bill's bio was 1st released. He's an EXCELLENT writer! :drmmr:
miar
10-29-2009, 08:24 PM
Bill is my favourite drummer.
He is just the best there is :D
SillyHumanRace
10-29-2009, 09:10 PM
I have not read it yet. Is it available on Amazon? Hey post some more pics ms. grand canyon.

You must read it! Here's an Amazon link :)

http://www.amazon.com/Bill-Bruford-Autobiography/dp/1906002231/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1256864996&sr=8-3
SillyHumanRace
10-29-2009, 09:11 PM
Bill is my favourite drummer.
He is just the best there is :D

I have a hard time choosing a "favourite" drummer....but I think if someone made me absolutely choose it would be Bill Bruford. He is so talented and just really a class act. I have a lot of respect for him.
SillyHumanRace
10-29-2009, 09:13 PM
Matter of fact, it's due for a reread soon!

Well what are you waiting for?? :D