Yes in Sydney press

[BrianD]

The Sydney Magazine from the Sydney Morning Herald had the following bit about YES this week – see what you think


‘Venerable English band Yes epitomised the worst excesses of prog-rock in the 1970s. Triple albums (that’s three vinyl discs, kids), over the top artwork and daft lyrics were all part of the cosmic package. Did high-pitched vocalist Jon Anderson really sing: “Dawn of light lying between a silence and sold sources chased amid fusions of wonder in moments hardly seen forgotten’? Listen to the Tales from Topographic Oceans album and you’ll discover that, yes, he really did. But if prog’s your bag, it doesn’t get much better. Chris Squire is a stunning bass player, Steve Howe is an extraordinary guitarist, and everybody can hum the chorus from Owner of a Lonely Heart.’


Then details of where to buy tickets.

A typical mixed bag review.

[Martin Riley]

Dead right, Brian, typical mix of put down, yet having to acknowledge their superiority in their field.

[Dances w/PURPLE]

I hope this writer gets it. Excess packaging, huge cover art, two disc vinyls....that's what it's all about man! They knew.

[Thoughtbecontact]

Rush's lyrics always get slammed too. It seems when artists write abut something other than sex and drugs and rock and roll, in other words, the usual testosterone-laden fare, that the lyrics get slammed. That's because they can't say anything about the virtuosity of the band members, so something has to be criticized. Rush's vocals also get criticized--and some of the so-called reviewers also tend to refer to Geddy Lee's high-pitched "screaming," which he hasn't done on an album in over 20 years, but was characteristic of early Rush. Geddy learned "how" to sing over the years, just as Jon did--but Jon's vocal progression came more in the live performance area of learning how to express the words in concert, which Geddys's was a more basic, overall progression.

[upbgirl]

thanx for the read, brian-you guys must be dancing all night and day over there in Oz-real real soon, you shall be SO HAPPY!
no matter what that guy wrote..

it's not OUR fault he cant decipher those complicated lyrics/ideas, now is it! [here is where i feel like i am in an exclusive club-only people who understand good music-excellent ideas are invited to join-hehe]

THAT WOULD BE ALL OF US!!

the 'voice' thing reminded me of another band way back-WAY back..never saw em live-from scotland i believe
called 'pavlovs dog'

this dudes voice made geddy sound like a baritone!! i could not believe he could sing that high WITH CONTROL-not screaming..
i thought i t was an electric violin until he glissando'd down.. it was HUMAN!! man!
had a beautiful song called 'julia' from the 'pampered menial' lp..
i still listen to them from time to time..[and i wonder what the 'press' said about his voice-why do men seem to have a hard time when other men sing in high voices?? hhmm]

whoops..off topic.. sorry brian..:gok:

i am feeling very happy for all yesfans in australia today!!
[and surprisingly enough, i dont feel bad for ME to not be able to be there with you all]

[Martin Riley]

Originally posted by upbgirl


the 'voice' thing reminded me of another band way back-WAY back..never saw em live-from scotland i believe
called 'pavlovs dog'



No, Pavlov's Dog were from the USA, St Louis I believe, although a certain Mr Bruford did drum on the second album At the Sound of The Bell

[BrianD]

There has been no action in the media about the Yes tour for quite a few months so I think that despite its limitations, the article is good.

we are told that a large advertising campaign is about to start again - I won't hold my breath as the concerts are now only 3 and a half weeks away.

[BredYes]

How are tickets sales for the Australian concerts?

[BrianD]

Sydney has been selling pretty well but Melbourne is a bit slow. Both venues are relatively large capacities for Yes- Sydney about 11,500 and Melbourne around 8-9000 though they may not be in full concert mode.

[upbgirl]

Originally posted by Martin Riley
No, Pavlov's Dog were from the USA, St Louis I believe, although a certain Mr Bruford did drum on the second album At the Sound of The Bell


thanx for setting me straight [i was mixing them up with gryphon.. yep-that's it! ;) ]

and i HAVE THAT LP!! AT THE SOUND OF THE BELL!!

[now i really really want a turntable..:crybby: ]

it makes sense they would be from st louis.. they did a song called 'natchez trace' and that is a river [i think] in that area..[i believe there is a native american tribe called 'natchez' as well from that area]

martin-you are a walking encyclopedia of progressive music, my friend!! you need a different job!! like writing for progression magazine!! [they are wonderful writers-you'd fit right in! and you are FUNNY, too! cant hurt!]

i bet you guys over there are in a dream state-waiting waiting

wow! it WILL happen!!

[TNyesfan]

...but then again, most people DO sound funny when talking out of both sides of their mouth!
"Daft lyrics?" I never thought so, more like "esoteric".
Silly press release.

[Dances w/PURPLE]

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Thoughtbecontact
[B]Rush's lyrics always get slammed too. It seems when artists write abut something other than sex and drugs and rock and roll, in other words, the usual testosterone-laden fare, that the lyrics get slammed.

Well done Arlene! I'm not trying to date myself here but watch MTV for two hours and get your fill. Hype, hype and more hype over booty and buns, bustierres and bongs.

[tardistraveler]

Daft lyrics? And what's wrong with triple disc sets? And the artwork is sublime? What's wrong with those people anyway!

At least they had to acknowledge the musical superiority of the group. Guess some people just don't get it. Their loss, I suppose. At least WE get it!