I was there. McNichols arena. One of the best shows I have ever seen and I was completely sober. Denver was dry of weed at the time, I do not drink. Jon was a God.
Never understood why people gave Rabin so much shit. Yeah, he made the Yes sound more "pop", but he helped usher in a new generation (or 2) of Yes fans, and I have no doubt that many of those fans discovered the Yes of the late 60s and 70s. Say what you want, but I won't fault Rabin his contributions for expanding the Yes sound and bringing others on board to this ridiculously amazing band.
I used to not dig him when compared to Howe, but I have grown to love his contributions to Yes. Big Generator is an extremely underappreciated album imo.
My humble opinioni.Rabin can play what Howe does...Howe can't...given this,I can't understand why these guys couldn't last more than a couple of years together ...they were great
There's no Tony Byron here... the other guitarrist is of course the one and only Trevor Rabin (90125, Big Generator, Talk, Union eras)... and this was an amazing project.
If anyone cares, I saw this tour stop in Dayton, Ohio 1991. They blew it out of the water. "And you and I" was amazing, and they played "Awaken" from going for the one. I think it was exactly the kind of powerful show they imagined when they put it together. And yes, opening with yours is no disgrace with solos by both Steve Howe and Trevor Rabin floored the place. It was like, "Yes, we're badass and we know it."
I was only 1 years old during this tour lol. I wish I could have been old enough to see it in person. This is a Yes tour where they really gave us Yes fans what we deserved. From watching the different footages from the tour I like how everyone had their time to shine and solo. In my opinion, this is the finest bunch of musicians that have ever formed a band. To have both lineups together is a dream. I am really hoping that they will do this again now. Especially with Squire passing.
I come back to this video every so often. I saw this tour 3 times on the east coast including in the round at Madison Square Garden. I know people argue over Howe and Rabin but they were both incredible on this tour. I suspect that they made each other better, whether they wanted to or not. The tour made Howe play a little bit flashier but I think the biggest impact was on Rabin who became way more creative and less conventional during and after this tour continuing on to the Yes' 1994 Talk album which is one of my all time favorites. I am one of the 6 people that actually bought it lol.
What a lineup. pre & post-Fragile, ..I would have come a long way to see this if I would have known.. Saw them 3 times in the mid 70's and little disjointed because they didn't do this one any of those performances. Glad they got this on video. Got my PC wired into my stereo. Almost like I'm there.
Honestly, this is my favorite version of Yes. I think Trevor’s playing is so different when compared to Steve’s style that his parts are refreshing additions to the song. He somehow elevates both his own talents as a guitarist, but also just articulates how uniquely brilliant Steve Howe’s style is. Say what you will about the Union album, but the two guitarists & keyboardists was a brilliant move in my opinion. Heck, I can even see the reasoning for including Bill Brufford since he is just awesome. After listening to this, all of the other versions feel subpar by comparison to me because the guitar duel in the middle is just so cool. I just wish Trevor solo had gone first because it would have made Steve’s more jazzy solo almost a relief since Steve is less flashy and closer to the actual recording of song. The order they went in makes Trevor look like he’s just trying to upstage Howe when I don’t think he was really trying to at all. Trevor’s solo is flashy, but so is Trevor most of time the when doing the old Yes stuff. It’s just his more 80’s style. Putting him first would have made people actually appreciate his playing for what it is instead of thinking he’s just trying to upstage Steve. And it would have made people pay attention to Steve’s solo more too since his brilliance is a little more subtle. Just my thoughts. Best version of Yes ever imo!
Yes. A complete shred fest from Rabin showcasing chops and Steve Howe with the relentless Jazz playing showcasing tremendous musicality with technical chops. Steve Howe is the Best Overall Guitarist. Nobody plays every style like he does. I met Trevor Rabin. What a pleasure it was too. We discussed so much and of course discussing Yes you can't not talk about Steve Howe. Trevor said he wishes he had Steve Howe's musical knowledge and playing ability. He said Steve Howe is the high standard of playing ability. Trevor has come a long way with his musical knowledge and playing. He said he is still working hard to get to that level knowing he may never totally get there. Another great Guitarrist I had the pleasure of meeting was John Petrucci. In case you are not familiar with him he is the guitar God of the metal world. He even said he worships Steve Howe and his musical range and ability on guitar is unsurpassed.
fkng monster band attended this tour nec in the round.best three hours of my life.had 4 cans traveling down had a piss in empty my bro was not happy was in the back of his new metro gt.
Yeah, but this could never fucking happen with KISS. The only sort of "Union" thing is see with them is maybe inviting Bruce Kulick to do a song with them. As much as I think it would be really cool all surviving members of KISS on one stage, it wouldn't happen.
But Rabin is a great guitarist for diffrerent reasons than Howe and plays all his song really well, unlike Howe butchering Owner of a Lonely Heart on purpose.
in Denver, Colorado i am almost certain. If you purchase the YES official UNION LIVE DVD, this concert is included on a separate disc. At least it was that way when i purchased it many years ago.
9 minutes, 5 seconds. Could have started throwing eggs and rotten fruit at Trevor. He's made up for it in many ways, some fine songs, and especially reviving Yes (featuring ARW) again, but damn I hated what he was doing to "Yours Is No Disgrace" - disgraceful!
I was there. McNichols arena. One of the best shows I have ever seen and I was completely sober. Denver was dry of weed at the time, I do not drink. Jon was a God.
Two guitar players, two keyboardist, to drummers, 1 bass player and just one LEAD VOICE ¡¡¡¡
Never understood why people gave Rabin so much shit. Yeah, he made the Yes sound more "pop", but he helped usher in a new generation (or 2) of Yes fans, and I have no doubt that many of those fans discovered the Yes of the late 60s and 70s. Say what you want, but I won't fault Rabin his contributions for expanding the Yes sound and bringing others on board to this ridiculously amazing band.
Trevor is a great player & a great guy
I used to not dig him when compared to Howe, but I have grown to love his contributions to Yes. Big Generator is an extremely underappreciated album imo.
I like everything he did. Good, it was different. It sounded fucking great. Was every song amazing? No. Damn good music though.
My humble opinioni.Rabin can play what Howe does...Howe can't...given this,I can't understand why these guys couldn't last more than a couple of years together ...they were great
I didn't get into Yes until 90125, I checked out their back catalogue after and loved it.
Such an amazing song. The instrumentals are incredible
There's no Tony Byron here... the other guitarrist is of course the one and only Trevor Rabin (90125, Big Generator, Talk, Union eras)... and this was an amazing project.
INCREIBLE STEVE HOWE.
@6:56 That Legato technique from Steve Howe is so fast and so smooth.
r.i.p. Chris squire long live yes long time listen to them 1971
If anyone cares, I saw this tour stop in Dayton, Ohio 1991. They blew it out of the water. "And you and I" was amazing, and they played "Awaken" from going for the one. I think it was exactly the kind of powerful show they imagined when they put it together. And yes, opening with yours is no disgrace with solos by both Steve Howe and Trevor Rabin floored the place. It was like, "Yes, we're badass and we know it."
I was only 1 years old during this tour lol. I wish I could have been old enough to see it in person. This is a Yes tour where they really gave us Yes fans what we deserved. From watching the different footages from the tour I like how everyone had their time to shine and solo. In my opinion, this is the finest bunch of musicians that have ever formed a band. To have both lineups together is a dream. I am really hoping that they will do this again now. Especially with Squire passing.
I come back to this video every so often. I saw this tour 3 times on the east coast including in the round at Madison Square Garden. I know people argue over Howe and Rabin but they were both incredible on this tour. I suspect that they made each other better, whether they wanted to or not. The tour made Howe play a little bit flashier but I think the biggest impact was on Rabin who became way more creative and less conventional during and after this tour continuing on to the Yes' 1994 Talk album which is one of my all time favorites. I am one of the 6 people that actually bought it lol.
Thanks for all, Mr.Squire! Rest in peace...
When I saw them on union Chris's bass sound and tones were incredible huge and awesome
All ERAS together, Howe incredible with his guitar solo.
Saw this show Center stage like 10th row... MSG -NYC... Awesome !!!... BTW it's Trevor Rabin !!!
What a lineup. pre & post-Fragile, ..I would have come a long way to see this if I would have known.. Saw them 3 times in the mid 70's and little disjointed because they didn't do this one any of those performances. Glad they got this on video. Got my PC wired into my stereo. Almost like I'm there.
Honestly, this is my favorite version of Yes. I think Trevor’s playing is so different when compared to Steve’s style that his parts are refreshing additions to the song. He somehow elevates both his own talents as a guitarist, but also just articulates how uniquely brilliant Steve Howe’s style is. Say what you will about the Union album, but the two guitarists & keyboardists was a brilliant move in my opinion. Heck, I can even see the reasoning for including Bill Brufford since he is just awesome. After listening to this, all of the other versions feel subpar by comparison to me because the guitar duel in the middle is just so cool. I just wish Trevor solo had gone first because it would have made Steve’s more jazzy solo almost a relief since Steve is less flashy and closer to the actual recording of song. The order they went in makes Trevor look like he’s just trying to upstage Howe when I don’t think he was really trying to at all. Trevor’s solo is flashy, but so is Trevor most of time the when doing the old Yes stuff. It’s just his more 80’s style. Putting him first would have made people actually appreciate his playing for what it is instead of thinking he’s just trying to upstage Steve. And it would have made people pay attention to Steve’s solo more too since his brilliance is a little more subtle. Just my thoughts. Best version of Yes ever imo!
Steve Howe - such an incredible guitarist!
Steve Howe Though......... So fucking good at guitar
Yes. A complete shred fest from Rabin showcasing chops and Steve Howe with the relentless Jazz playing showcasing tremendous musicality with technical chops. Steve Howe is the Best Overall Guitarist. Nobody plays every style like he does. I met Trevor Rabin. What a pleasure it was too. We discussed so much and of course discussing Yes you can't not talk about Steve Howe. Trevor said he wishes he had Steve Howe's musical knowledge and playing ability. He said Steve Howe is the high standard of playing ability. Trevor has come a long way with his musical knowledge and playing. He said he is still working hard to get to that level knowing he may never totally get there. Another great Guitarrist I had the pleasure of meeting was John Petrucci. In case you are not familiar with him he is the guitar God of the metal world. He even said he worships Steve Howe and his musical range and ability on guitar is unsurpassed.
Love Steve Howe
vintage Steve Howe on display!
Love hearing the crowd go bananas after solos. Music is the best
Look forward to the ARW concert this fall
fkng monster band attended this tour nec in the round.best three hours of my life.had 4 cans traveling down had a piss in empty my bro was not happy was in the back of his new metro gt.
- this is the song they closed with when i saw them as backup to Jethro Tull in 1970 (!?) - awesome memory - thanks.
Preciosa interpretación.
Rick Wakeman called it The Onion tour but I like it!!
He called the studio album onion because he didn't like how it was produced. He loved the tour.
It was the album he didn't like. He called it the onion he said because it made him cry.
Always good for a laugh that Rick
Great
Steve Howe il migliore alle ghitarre in assoluto.
Tony Byron??? Caramba!!! Hubiera dicho que era Trevor Rabin...
Say what you want about the whole Union thing, but that version kicks ass
Everyone.
.sing!!!!!
Bill Bruford and Steve Howe the Ace Frehley and Peter Criss of Yes and then Alan White and Trevor Rabin was Eric Carr and Vinnie Vincent!
Yeah, but this could never fucking happen with KISS. The only sort of "Union" thing is see with them is maybe inviting Bruce Kulick to do a song with them. As much as I think it would be really cool all surviving members of KISS on one stage, it wouldn't happen.
fraroc I would love to have seen a KISS union myself
Except Kiss sucks.
+Turd Ferguson yes they do
But Rabin is a great guitarist for diffrerent reasons than Howe and plays all his song really well, unlike Howe butchering Owner of a Lonely Heart on purpose.
Trevor Rabin. No Tony Byron
Not gonna lie the first minute before they sing sounds like something you would find on one of the newer Mario Karts
Boy...they certainly made good work of this rendition huh? Trev is MOTHERF****R on that solo bit...
crazy crazy the past
Alan White couldn't play for toffee. Bill Bruford was the first and only Yes drummer, nailed it, every time.
they're on fire in this!
(Except for the lazy straight beat by both drummers.)
who's Tony Byron?
François Landry yep to
who the hell is tony byron??
A 80s Xrated retired actor
where was this recorded?
in Denver, Colorado i am almost certain. If you purchase the YES official UNION LIVE DVD, this concert is included on a separate disc. At least it was that way when i purchased it many years ago.
what the HELL is Trevor Rabin doing?!?
Steve barre a Trevor Rabin...
music and sound out of sync
Rabin is great but there's a ton of players that sound like him. There's only 1 Steve Howe
Steve Howe is a guitar maestro.
Rabin solo... YUCK. Feels like I am watching Nigel Tufnel.
9 minutes, 5 seconds. Could have started throwing eggs and rotten fruit at Trevor.
He's made up for it in many ways, some fine songs, and especially reviving Yes (featuring ARW) again, but damn I hated what he was doing to "Yours Is No Disgrace" - disgraceful!
don't be so rude
I had to fast forward that part