Join us here at Vector Arena in April as Grammy Award winning prog-rock group YES perform their first ever New Zealand show.
Formed in London in 1968, YES are regarded as one of the pioneers of the progressive genre. They are known for their classically-influenced arrangements with extended song lengths, unusual time signatures, virtuoso musicianship, an eclectic blend of musical styles, dramatic dynamic and metrical changes, abstract lyrics, elaborate album art and live stage performances.
YES have sold close to 50 million albums worldwide and their number one hit single "Owner of a Lonely Heart" not only held the top spot on the main charts in 1983, it also become a hit on the R&B and disco charts. During the 1970s, they were one of the most successful bands in America, releasing seven albums, of which four were certified Platinum and three reached Gold status.
No less than 16 musicians have been a part of the band over the years, and its current line-up consists of singer Benoît David, bassist Chris Squire, guitarist Steve Howe, drummer Alan White and keyboardist Geoff Downes.
Following a four-year hiatus, YES re-started in 2008 and in 2011 released a new album entitled Fly From Here – produced by legendary musician and producer Trevor Horn. Horn was at one stage a singer for YES and went on to form avant-garde synth-pop group Art of Noise. His production credits include Jeff Beck, Paul McCartney, Cher, Grace Jones, Seal, Tina Turner, Pet Shop Boys, SImple Minds, Mike Oldfield, Mark Almond and Belle & Sebastian.
 More than 40 years since their inception and for the very first time in New Zealand, YES will perform tracks from their indelible catalogue of hugely successful hit albums, such as Fragile (1971), Close To The Edge (1972), Drama (1980), 90125 (named after the 1983 catalogue number) and Big Generator (1987).
Fans and critics alike are loving this current lineup and tour. Recent review links for UK dates on the Yes tour can be found here and here. You can also keep up with the latest on the band at their official site, Yesworld.com
And of course, come see them live for the first time ever in NZ at Vector Arena in April!
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