Steve Howe Talks About 'Roundabout'

The iconic Yes guitarist Steve Howe talks to Jazz Guitar Today about 'Roundabout' and the album Fragile.

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[rodmac]

True legend. One of the finest guitarist ever.

[michael_caz_nyc]

He is a Phenomenal guitar player. As-a-kid, I remember the Jazz Musicians in NYC telling me: "Rock-players are good, (not great) Except Steve Howe from Yes . . . that guy can play with anyone" "He is a master guitarist" - True story.

[paulsimmons]

Fragile and Close to the Edge…
My favorite two Yes LP’s! Everyone in the band was at the peak of their game and they pushed each other in such a good way, masterpiece level!

[TheCream]

Steve is my all time favorite guitar player - - and I've been playing for over 50 years.

[ricktheexplorer]

It was excellent hearing him speak about Yes. Brilliant Artist for the ages.

[dicktaylor]

I can remember Fragile coming out, buying it and being enthralled as only a 15 year old boy can be! I saw the tour in Bristol and it was magical. They really were the most incredibly talented group, individually and collectively.

[paulmurray]

It’s so great to see Steve still so energised by his craft. And of course a legacy to be so incredibly proud of. Shout out to Eddie Offord too.

[fretfix]

A lot of great guitarists have graced this planet. Steve is one of those guys that actually stretched the boundaries of guitar playing...on a number of levels.

[samspade]

What passes for music today is ghastly. We were blessed to grow up in the Rock 'n Roll renaissance. Yes was incredible.

[robertsimpson]

Saw him at The Albert Hall recently, and he was bouncing around like a young kid, and played fantasticly...so good to see him so happy...

[biggfoot]

I didnt care much for the album when it came out, but as a young guitarist, the challenge of playing the songs on that album changed my perspective immediately! Roundabout was extremely interesting but I had a more fondness for south side of the sky. Taking the lead solo near the end of that song was where I fully appreciated his artistry. Moving forward to gates of deliruim and sound chaser I strongly suggested for my then band members to step up the game!

[ivanmcallister]

Starship trooper is the most awesome track ever. Makes my hair stand on end on back of my neck . Along with yours is no disgrace. Absolute classic.

[johnh.]

Incredible beyond belief talent, I was hooked from the very first album, love Yes.

[m.e.]

“Clap” was my personal favorite from Mr. Howe. A very gifted musician who influenced many.

[nickwood]

He's a classic geezer. He's a genius and as happy playing Chet Atkins numbers to a handful of people as the stadiums I think. Marvellous chap

[leonarddaneman]

I think YES was one of my first live concert experiences . . . either YES or King Crimson . . . back in 1972. Was a great album to listen to after smoking a little of this or that. I just played it on Amazon HD a couple days ago for grins.

[marksanfordyates]

Steve is timeless. I will always remain hungry for Steve's awesome guitar work. It's timeless.

[stevenartascos]

Thank God for guys like Steve Howe, he doesn't know it, but he was also a great baby sitter for us, we spent hundreds of hours sitting around with him, learning to play his guitar parts!!!! Thanks for posting!!!

[jeffjeff]

Steve has been a favorite since High school, and to this day really enjoy listening to his talking about making all that wonderful music

[Jpeterson]

Kicked the prog door wide open for millions of rock fans.