Vocal Coach reacts to YES - Roundabout

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Yes are an English progressive rock band formed in London in 1968 by lead singer and frontman Jon Anderson, bassist Chris Squire, guitarist Peter Banks, keyboardist Tony Kaye and drummer Bill Bruford.

"Roundabout" is a song by the English progressive rock band Yes from their fourth studio album Fragile, released in November 1971. It was written by singer Jon Anderson and guitarist Steve Howe and produced by the band and Eddy Offord.

Performed by Yes
Bill Bruford – drums, percussion
Jon Roy Anderson – lead vocals, acoustic guitar, percussion, keyboards (2012–present)
Tony Kaye – keyboards
Chris Squire – bass guitar, vocals
Steve Howe – guitars, vocals

Genres: Progressive rock, pop rock, art rock, new wave
Origin: London England

Location and Date
Rainbow Theatre, London, UK. 15 & 16 Dec 1972 ('Close to the Edge' Tour)
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[zenclover]

most YES fans will tell you that although they are an EXCEPTIONAL live band, the studio version is where to start with this song.

[JJKK]

Just so you know, you _still_ haven't heard the perfection of YES in their early years. While I understand the urge to see what these guys looked like when performing, you haven't heard their full musical mastery until you've listened to their studio productions. Because YES were masters of _complexity, _ they spent hours at the sound board perfecting the mix that regularly produced stunning results. in spite of the complexity, you can hear _all_ the contributions blended together perfectly. Especially their vocal harmonies. I'm not saying you should do another reaction vid (though I'd eagerly watch it, cuz I know what yer reaction will be) but at least do yourself that favor.

YES stood out among all the Progressive Rock bands with their emphasis on vocal harmonies. Their bass player, Chris Squire, who is the other high range voice you hear in those soaring harmonic climaxes, sang in some big deal church choir so that explains him reaching for those high notes (it's falsetto, but a good one). Together he & Jon (and usually lead guitarist Steve Howe completing their 3-part harmonies) they gave YES that very special vocal sound...

[Doutsoldome]

"Wow" (1:03, 1:32, 1:48, 3:38, 11:33); "the guitar playing is so incredible" (3:44); "overwhelming amount of musicianship" (5:44); "I don't even know how you go about writing a song like this" (6:17); "I can say everything and nothing at all" (8:43); "joy from virtuosity, that's it" (9:15); "and the harmonies" (1:49, 7:14); [staring enthralled] (7:33)... YES, you're on the right track.

[Randy_Loafers]

I cried with joy when I finally got to see Yes. A great band and I love seeing you discover their magic.

[joethelion]

This is proper rock. Jon Anderson's perfect voice, Steve Howe's brilliance and Rick Wakeman, ohhhh Rick Wakeman 🎶

[jimnusbaum]

Steve Howe is one of the guitar greats. Regularly included in most top 25 lists of all time greats. His range of techniques is amazing.

[georgemasmanidis]

I just love this woman reacting to brilliant songs!!! ❤

[adamcouture]

It’s refreshing to hear a vocalist such as this lass with the quantum thinking as she reviews all musical parts!
Bravo, my Lady!

[tonybaker]

Not only Jon, but Chris as well had a brilliant voice. Those harmonies between them were there from the start. Steve was such a brilliant addition to the original line-up. More Yes please Beth.

[ThisIsMeOnYoutube]

I saw Yes on their Union tour in 91 where they had every member that had ever been in the band from the 70's up until then. They were amazing.

[carlosnavarrogomes]

I'm glad to hear that you Beth enjoyed one of the most talented progressive rock bands of all time! Some 55 years ago, The Beatles had broken up and I hadn't given my heart to another band yet when I heard Roundabout! It was like discovering new universes, new harmonies, new consciences, new dreams... And it's a pleasure to be distracting myself on youtube and see you explain a little what I've always felt, even if intuitively. Your videos about the band Genesis and Jethro Tull - among others, are also wonderful! Thanks! Carlos Navarro from Brazil

[bruceferrara]

Context note: This was recorded in an arena in 1972. The sound systems were very primitive and almost NO stage monitoring. Very hard for people hear well enough to get the vocals just right...[lus the stage volume with amps etc ..very loud. I am really happy to see a younger person seeing this band. Now...The next record they did went further. You have to listen to Close to the Edge. It will inspire you...as well as the next after that Tales of Topographic Oceans. I meant really take the time and hear these. I don't know if people today can know of how deep musicians wanted to go back then.

[lorimiller]

I saw Yes twice in the late 70s in the round at the Forum in LA. They were FANTASTIC live!! My favorite Yes song is Long Distance Runaround. I suggest you do this one next.

[ELPCOTILLION-SD]

It's Especially Amazing That He Maintained His Vocals Even Through A Brief Illness...

[ChaseNoStraighter]

Beth, so much fun to see your reaction to this much beloved song! Hope you find time to listen and just let the music take you to another place.

[rodjeffries]

The musicianship in YES is always superb with so many layers of sound texture. So glad I saw them back in the day. More YES please and Thanks.

[kengruz]

It's a gorgeous song and composition, exquisitely performed, and was rewarded by your response.

[kenmolinaro]

From that same concert you will really enjoy the song "And You and I". It really highlights Jon's vocals in that song.

[JonAnderson]

Chris squire added so much to the harmonies. Totally underrated.

[vcp]

This should be a cakewalk. Jon Anderson is just one of the greatest rock vocalists of all time. "See mom, no auto-tune required".