Steve Howe & Chris Squire Old Grey Whistle Test 1975 Part 1 of 2
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- Yes men Howe & Squire from the BBC tv programme The Old Grey Whistle Test in 1975 featuring music vids from their albums Beginnings & Fish Out Of Water.
Interviews in part 2, presented by Bob Harris. - เพลง
When you hear Chris sing, you understand the sound that Yes had. He was in a class by himself. RIP Chris.
On a midsonic level Squire complements Jon perfectly, on his own he was unique to say the least, an unchallenged bassist even more so... God I miss he and his ilk....
His vocal harmonies were extraordinary. He was so quick to add a 9th or 11th to a sequence.his voice was different from Jon's but so perfectly placed and beautiful. When you hear a Chris Squire song where he did all the vocals it is so good .His pitching was perfect with some unexpected high notes. He was a genius. A once in a lifetime musician.
He could have been their lead singer. That’s saying nothing against the brilliance of Jon Anderson.
Anderson and Squire were perfect together. Occasionally Howe would add an extra dimension.
People who don't play have no idea how difficult it is to play like that and sing at the same time. What an extraordinary talent.
exactly
Yeah, just ask McCartney, Sting, etc.
For real!! I play Bass and could never sing like that while playing. It blows my mind how he can sing those high harmonies while playing lines that are completely different from the vocal parts.
Not that hard when you're miming though
@@rhall2307 Maybe, but he did it live too so, there's that.
Fish Out of Water is an unsung classic. It's right up there with the top tier Yes albums for me. RIP to the absolute legend.
Same. I like it more than some Yes albums and revisit it often. Great album!
R.I.P Chris Squire. One of the best bass players of all time!
I love Bruford's story from his autobiography about getting a phone call from Squire in Amsterdam after the rest of the band, late as usual and being driven by a sleepy Jon Anderson, went off the road and were delayed giving the police a report of the accident. Bruford writes that Squire said in response to Bruford's asking when they would be there (since the show was starting soon), "if you pop down the club now, you could give Micky a hand setting the gear up and soundchecking ...This was the only man I was ever going to know who could impose upon me, give me a near heart-attack, force me to change my own plans, and then get me to set up his bass, all in the same sentence."
Doesn’t even sound that bad at all, have to sacrifice and work a little to make things work sometimes
I met Chris Squire in a Waitrose supermarket in Richmond [London] a couple of years before he died. I heard his voice at the Deli and said to my wife "That is Chris Squire and I am going to shake his hand. He had a grip like a mangle. He was staying with friends in Twickenham he told me but was living in Phoenix. He was so tall - a giant of a man - and I am 6ft 4. He was gracious and totally friendly - one the best bass players ever and one of my favourite musicians. Thank you Mr Squire. You are much missed.
Made that Rick look like a ukulele !
I played bass in bands for years but only heard of Chris Squire when Geddy Lee mentioned him as one of his top bass players. Quick search on YT brought me here and wow I'm blown away - where have I been? I've got the whole Yes back catalogue to get through now - good times.
Priceless. Coolest bass player ever, and he could do his singing too.
Fish out of water by far the best yes solo album ! So good!
I love the fact that Squire kept working with Patrick Moraz and brought Bill Bruford back. I consider this the 1975 Yes lineup.
Yes. Too bad Bill is wearing a Bruins logo
Chris’ first solo album, Fish Out Of Water, is a classic, and one of my all time favorites! Do yourself a favor: if you’re a Chris Squire-and, 70s Yes fan-seek it out. It’s everything you would wish for in a solo album , from a member of the classic lineup. Truly one of the most beautiful, complex, and heartfelt, progressive/classical/melodic rock albums, ever. Somehow, it even has an almost Beatlesque feeling, at times, yet it’s a singular, unique statement. If Chris had never been in Yes, and this was his only album, he could’ve been very proud of his contribution. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
@@JetEarlewood He could be wearin a penis on his shirt, the man is god tier
Jet Earlewood I believe that Mr.Bruford couldn't give a rat's ass about the Boston Bruins or,4 that matter, the sport across the pond ,"hockey ".No,I remember distinctly reading,that the reason he wore the logo,(had it on a pair of white coveralls and black,as well,was that;since his first and surname both began with "B",he "adopted "
It as his OWN personal logo(he liked the design).As U know,it would appear all throughout the 70's; in King Crimson videos,in U.K(A.Holdsworth) ,solo(jazz fusion).He just dug the look,and why not ?Cheers mate!!
Scorchinscotty Well spoken,sir! I remember a good friend (musician had a 4001 Rick and was deeply in2 Yes,as we all were).He played "Fish Out Of Water"4 me,and I just sat amazed,and he kept it on all day.I just loved it and my favourite standout track,was "Lucky 7".The sound from the Rick,just growled and Bruford was impeccable.1 of the finest solo offerings from ANY musician.Cheers mate!✨🎼🙏🏼🎼✨💎😶
Many folks didn't quite realize that Chris Squire was a heck of a singer during the Yes years - easy to forget that when there's Jon Anderson on the stage with him...
Paul Madryga listening to this song, I think Chris could have taken over from Jon quite easily if he'd been interested. Good voice. 👍🏻
Chris was a keen singer..and always happy to do the harmonies..which is a serious skill set..especially when playing odd time signatures on the rythmn instrument..I think he sang in his school choir and liked it..i could probably tell because he open his mouth wide while singing;as they are taught to in formal choirs..
Better than...
@@bluebow68 Exactly, He was a church chorister as a kid. You can tell from his ability to harmonize and the way he sings those open vowels. Squire will always be one of my favorite musicians of any era. We won't see his kind again.
He also plays keyboards.... true muscician...
I've always ran across his articles and interviews as a young man. But it wasn't until recently that I came to appreciate Chris Squire's ground breaking technique and application of the bass guitar. Geniuses never really die.
Big ups, Chris.
I have both Fish Out of Water and Beginnings, thanks to Amazon Imports, could not find locally anywhere. Fish has some of the funkiest sounding basswork I've ever heard in m LIFE!!! I found a guy that dwarfs even the great bassist, Geddy Lee! Chris Squire is AWESOME!!!
Fish Out of Water is a total classic. "Silently Falling" the best YESsong that Yes never recorded. RIP Chris!
Lucky Seven!
This LP... every song from start to finish is perfect, and I have a very hard time just playing one, unless it is just one side :)
Still rocks me well, after all these years....
Fish out of Water is a perfect album.
Tall Ships off Squackett is in the running for the best Yessong they band did not record likewise
RIP Chris... for me, the best bass player
I remember seeing Yes at the Beacon theater and seeing Chris, barefoot, on stage right in front of me launching into the solo in The Fish... So cool. RIP Chris.
Wow... I've seen alot of great shows at the Beacon but never caught Yes there. Very lucky you got to see them at the Beacon!!
Wow Chris Squire songs are great never heard before but very melodic.
I played Fish Out Of Water til the grooves wore out!
Check out the song Lucky Seven . Bruford and Squire were in a league of their own ( especially on the before mentioned track )
It is indeed a sad story, he was the greatest of all, and one HUGE underrated influence on all bass men globally, pure genius and a joy to hear! Condolences to all Chris' Family and highest Regards from New York!
So many times I thought Anderson was singing but wow now I know I was hearing Chris Squire.
@Sebastian I think he meant the harmony vocals, which were usually done by Chris or both Jon and Chris.
Shocked and so saddened to hear of Chris's passing. My musical idol as a kid. There's going to be nothing left very soon, Rest peacefully Fish. Thoughts with your family and many friends. Such a a loss.
Forget, RIP. If Chris finds anything up there with strings on it you know he'll be playing it & making some more Heavenly R&R music. Heaven just welcomed the greatest Progressive R&R Bass guitarist, song writer, & performer that ever lived. Those that followed & truely loved his music witnessed & enjoyed something extraordinarily special & a level of talent & creativity that has not been matched by any other Band or musicians. I have to admit that i loved getting high at YES concerts, but need to be totally honest and also admit that I never used alcohol or drugs to get there. Chris Squire & YES never failed to take you on a trip to another World that lifted your spirit & soul to a higher plateau where the worries of the day slipped away & left you with an undescribable feeling of contentment.
We'll all miss you very much Chris but you can be sure that because of all the great recorded work you left behind that you will never be forgotten & many of us will use that work to strive to half the Musician you were.
God Bless You, Doug
Simply amazing...the late great Master in all of his glory. What a beautiful production, especially for such a long time ago. Those who've found points to complain on clearly missed the "big picture"! Music like this comes rarely, and we are fortunate to see it presented this way.
Holy Moly this is was a treasure to find. Thank goodness for the TH-cam to make this available. . . .WOW!
So sad to think that Chris is no longer among us . He alongside Yes , gave me a direction on music . Beside Robert Plant , Chris was the first guy that impacted me in rock music, with his colored clothes and aggressivity with a bass .
I've been hearing Yes since 1975 , still a child .Curiously , last week I was hearing On The Silent Wings of Freedom and I thought how important was this band in my life .
I am really , really sad .
I can relate, strongly. When I was in 7th grade, I used to walk to the Moorestown Mall & go to the Woolworth's store. They had all of Yes' albums on cassette back then. I'd memorize each album track, dissect it & learn Bill Bruford's drum parts on my drum set. Two weeks or so later, (assuming I had another $4.99 in my pocket) I'd walk the 3 or 4 miles each way again to Woolworth's and chronologically go through the Yes catalog, up to the Drama album, at that point.
Yeah, man. I was addicted to Yes. Then I went into other things like Bruford, U.K., solo albums, King Crimson.....had to follow Bill's work. Musically, a great time in my life. 😎
I never get tired of Chris Squire.Thanks for all the greatness.R.I.P.
Thanks for posting this! Awesome.
I hope Geddy returned Chris's kimono after he was done with the 2112 album shoot.
I play this album a lot. Listen under headphones. It will make you weep for the sheer beauty of the musicianship.
This brought tears to my eyes..... RIP Chris, a true legend. :(
Squire and Bruford, the best rhythm section--EVER!
Yes! 😄
There were quite a few that were just as good.
But "yes", it is great
Not to forget Lee and Peart, Jones and Bonham, Baker and Bruce...............the list would go on. The rhythm sections are always important and don't always get remembered
I looked forward to Chris Squire's solo album as much as I looked forward to a new Yes album. He was my favorite to watch when seeing them live and my friends and I always got a kick seeing him leap in the air while playing and not miss a note. The Yes Album was always my favorite, probably because Squire wrote so much of it. He's credited on 4 of the 6 songs, including my favorite "Perpetual Change," and the incredibly catchy "Disillusion," middle section of "Starship Trooper." I'll never forget bringing a date back to my place and she had me play that section of music over and over.
His writing contributions became less frequent on following albums but they were always musical highlights of them, like "Heart of the Sunrise," and "Parallels. "
One of the nicer guys I had the pleasure of meeting, meet/greet etc. He was on the same flight as me and a friend after one of their shows in Reno,Nevada. Was stunned to see him, Alan White, Geoff Downes and Jon Davison walking up to us to catch that flight. His wife was adorable too, took the time to pose with us for pics, talked to us about his Rickenbacker etc. Just a real nice guy and asked us if we liked the show last night etc. Get on the plane, good lord he is sitting right next to me. I asked him where Steve Howe was, he puts his around me and says " Mike, Mr Howe does not fly commercial airlines anymore like the rest of us"...with a big smile on his face. One cool dude that we all can relate to. Miss that guy. If you want to see pics, post up your e-mail address and I will send to you.
def one of the better and most unique albums ever made.
Giving credit where credit is due, Chris Squire really has a great harmonic sense about his bass playing and his contribution to the music of Yes is undeniable. Maybe mistakenly, when I think about bass players I typically don't associate them with such a large contribution to the music. But Yes was very much his band.
Yes, he was the leader even though it appeared Anderson appeared to be. Squire was the only band member who had the legal rights to the name Yes.
I just discovered this... 45 years too late !!!
What a bass player, pure magic in his hands.
I admit that I collected all of the Yes solo albums back in the day, but dismissed them all as I could not cope with all of them not being together, (somewhat childish of me, but I was only fifteen), after listening to this, I will have to go up in the loft, brush them down, and get them on the turntable my daughter got me a few years back.
I've still got mine, Gary. Pretty much the same story as yours.
I was 15 too..loved them all..they hadn’t split up,so to me it was like having bonus records
He was a genius of playing that bass
Sad news indeed
RIP - blimey Squire, fine career
R.I.P Chris Squire, the best bass player of all time
+tom lamb here here! what an innovator! what an original!
Donald "Duck" Dunn, Jack Bruce and now Chris. Not many innovators left who are still innovating at this late stage. Newer cats (Flea comes to mind) deserve a nod, too, though, please. Let's not declare music totally braindead just yet. Not quite yet.
He was a favorite of mine !
tom lamb one of my faves for sure along with Les Claypool, Jaco, and Stanly Clarke.
Perhaps the best album ever..and I'm a big Stones fan!
Nice seeing real musicians . Wonderful music.
Wonderful music... It praise my soul
Whispering Bob Harris bringing the best in all styles of music to my youth.
Man I'm going to miss this guy.
Too bad you can only thumb this up once.. Awesome vid, music that will probably never come back around again, sadly
RIP Chris. For me, you were the best bass player ever.
Lucky Seven is one of my favourite tracks Chris ever did, such a genius. If you haven't had the chance give "Fish out of Water" a full listen. RIP Chris
Fish out water is simply the best album ever made like soloist project by any yes member👏👏👏👏👏👏
Great pieces.
RIP Chris Squire. Sad news.
FISH OUT OF WATER is one of those albums with very high replay value.
Man oh man, there's nobody like Chris.
I remember in 1975,I was 15. This album was one that I was waiting for it to be in the stores.
The sounds and music gave me the feeling of floating in the air. It still does.
It is music I still listen to. Thanks Chris.
I like to see interviews of him on TH-cam. He was really funny if he wanted to be. Cheers
Somebody said this elsewhere and i find it beautiful:
"Most talk about his bass and his music but I'm gonna mention his outfits, Yes and especially Chris were never into any macho BS and strayed away from the testosterone of rock music, concentrating on the peace and love side of things, a refreshing change and something that we as Yes fans will always love."
Francis Broka He looks like a wizard. im no fashionesta but he looks so cool+it fits perfectly with the music. I GREW UP, IN THE 80S+90S, BUT THE 70S IS WHAT ITS ALL ABOUT.
Francis Broka ok they weren't macho, but quiet nerdy, even in those days
+alexander o He had a lot of style to be sure. very cool looking dude and cool clothes. the whole band had a great look and vibe.
yea, i don't usually care to notice other guys looks, but the 70s dudes were like wizards. loove the 70s. LOOOOOOVE THEM. MISS THOSE DAYS MAN
Tom Margarites
+alexander o Yeah man! Couldn't have said it better!
NO COMPUTERS ! just writing and playing.
wish it was like that now i can tell you
+genesis0932 Chris squire was lip syncing though... check out the frame at 3:30-3:34, his left hand doesn't match the bass melody.
+Bob Bob ,it sounds Exactly like the record,so he probably was lip syncing,but who cares,right!? WE know he could've done it live...
+Bob Bob Well, the drum & cymbal "playing" does not match the song either. Obviously, filmed for YOUR entertainment!
Yes, I noticed that. Bill is way off with his drumming not matching much of the song itself. If I was Squire and I saw this video, I'd of said, "What the fuck are you doing back there anyways?"
awesome!!! Especially the Chris Squires stuff. Absolutely beautiful!! To think that we got to share his genius for 40 more years!
Great bass sound and love the cloak. Saw this at the time it was broadcast, still great.
RIP Chris Squire. We miss you but will never forget you.
I see Squire was wearing his 1976 stage outfit here.
Brilliant musicians all, and excellent music on this video.
I just realized that Sting must have listened a lot of YES..
Didn't everyone?
Sebastian Seriously?Bill Bruford student under Neil Peart?Both drummer/percussionists ,are technical virtuosity
personified ,and in some ways Bruford is the more accomplished by playing different styles (Yes,King Crimson,
U.K.,Bruford jazz solo albums)Still,the whole notion is ridiculous ;"apples and oranges ".Give your head a shake,man!✨🎼🙏🏼🎼✨🇨🇦
Sting loves Prog, he toured with Peter Gabriel and sang Genesis songs.
Sting is an over rated prick
@@jamesgilbey4162 I wouldn't say he's overrated. Very precise im studio work. Super rhythmically creative basslines and superb songwriter!
RIP i grew up listening to YES
Yes was my first concert ever attended at the Boston Garden, 1978.
RIP Mr. Chris Squire
THE best solo Bass Players work of all time. This guy was a killer bassist and he could write and sing like a bird..! Before I ended up on disability and can't chance standing on a stage anymore....! ahhhh...! it Kills me... I had a band and we had "THIS" song as well as material from Yes, Gentle Giant, Genesis, UK, ELP, Jethro Tull, Pink Floyd, even Bill Bruford's "Hells Bells" some Frank Zappa and Focus....and a RuSh tune for fun ! A total one stop shop Prog Show of extraordinary talent and precision.. ! We are working out "Sound Chaser" for christs sake..! Squire got me back into music when I heard a CD of this solo album in 2003 again after many years....and I built a cover band of all cover bands only to run out of time..... The band was www.progchronicles.com I can still play all the second guitar parts and sing John Anderson and Geddy Lee as good as any of the tribute singers out there now. Chris Squire was one of the best there ever was and he is rock and roll royalty for sure.
I still can't believe I have only just discovered these videos!
Wow, RIP Chris. Thanks for sharing the vid with us; Jesus Christ Bless! :)
It is so funny to see Bill Bruford with that huge Boston Bruins' "B" on his bibs. This stuff just drips the 70's.
Watching Steve is an out of body experience.
Sorry to say this 8 years later...But! What a great upload! Just when I though I've seen it all on YT, I love that Squire Album too...Fish out of Water... OH, man Bruford and Moraz too? And Kevin Spacey on flute at 9:13! ...:)
I discovered this album in a second hand shop in 1978..Being a Yes/Squire fan..I've never got tired of it..Frikin' great musicianship and true art..And all credit to the Piscean Orchestra too!
this is just pure genius! LOVE LOVE LOVE
Chris Squire was the reason for me to pick up the bass gtr and start jamming back in the 70's
Not sure that anybody else rocked a Ricky like Chris. Fantastic to see him in his own production. All his skills are shown in this vid, so thanks for reminding us of the special talent that was, my hero, Chris Squire.x
what great music! Chris' bass playing here and everywhere is just beautiful. Great musician, great loss. Thanks for posting, I will watch again and again. 😀😀
Absolutely correct, and very, very well said.
RIP Mr. Chris, you are still one of my favorite bassists on the planet. Tq for the great music
R.I.P. Chris Squire! You will be missed.
I remember going into town the weekend after seeing this on OGWT and buying both Beginnings and Fish Out of Water - the latter being by far my favorite of the two. (And it reinforced that Steve Howe really should sing his own compositions!).
best magical trip bass ever!
Don't forget, thats Patrick Moraz on keyboards.
Pat Moraz can't hold a candle to Rick Wakeman. Seen them in concert many times since 1977.
Russell Anderson Wrong. Patrick Moraz is great.
Moraz gets tiresome after a while, as he alwauys uses the same keyboard riffs. Wakeman and Kaye are more varied, I could listen to them all day!
Steven Zore have his solo albums great key boards, did u know he backed the moody blues after mike pinder left the band? Caught um in concert in Detroit wayyyy back when.
Don't forget whiz kid Bruford!!!!
Hands up who loved chris squire
Kevin Wilson apparently I did, but had no idea til right now. How did I got from then to now, with music always there somewhere, and yet I missed loads of stuff from the bands I dug in the day, their early history and backstories, development, off shoots, sidebars, collaborations... AND a lot of their music!! Catching up now, or trying to. It's crazy overwhelming, sad, shocking, just...no words.
Here I go again, shoulda known though, my current obsessive drilling back into Tull keeps churning up Yes, so kinda felt that was coming. Any insight you can share?
🙋 a bass hero for sure.
Steve Howe is simply AMAZING!!!
Rest in peace, master! Such an influence...
Jimmy Hastings of Caravan on the flute.
Dammm ... this is great .... never seen it before ..... love it .... P
This video is so cool, watching Chris play a few songs from Fish out of Water live, but exactly like the album. RIP Chris, you are not forgotten and sorely missed.
Great team , always!
Nice! And all of it brought to us in glorious mono!
Squire had an undeniably strong stage presence. He doesn't just sound cool...he looks like the titan he is.
@Dreamer3355 Thank you so much for this! It was MORE than a treat for me! I just LOVE Yes so much! Steve Howe is my favorite guitar player, and Chris Squire is my favorite bass player! ☺🖒🎸
UNREAL MUSICIANS!!!
Steve always has been the best!!!!
Love that lead bass -focal point and drive behind the song
Lucky 7 from"Fish out of Water".Chris Squire solo is adventurous and really showcases his Top grade rhythm section with Bruford. The songs reflect Chris obvious love for the Beatles ,with the symphonic arrangements
and even some of the ethos in lyrics.This is 1 solo album all time! 🔥✨🎼🙏🏼🎼✨🇨🇦
This is the very first time I have heard this by Chris Squire. It literally grabbed me from the off. His voice reminded me a little, whilst listening, of Ozzy Osbourne. I admired Chris so much in Yes. What a fabulous track!
I guess I'm not as big of a Squire fan as I thought I was since 73. Being a senior that year with growing confidence to be a great ass player. And following Chris along the yes path .I had no idea Chris could sing like this even playing hard stuff at the sam time ... Your the greatest Mr. Chris Squire. Bravo my friend... RIP
WHAT A GREAT MUSIC.....FOREVER ALIVE....
You ever see YES in Concert with Chris Squire ,Jon Andersen and Rick Wakeman on board , and you have no fracking idea how magical a trip at a YES concert was and how they Rocked you . Steve Howe is one of the greatest Guitarists of somebody's List of Great Guitarists..... Wakeman was a Wizard on keyboards , all members were just top players ! Such BS Progressive Rock and Yanks not understanding British Bands...LOL Only people might not totally get them are straight & narrow folks . Anyone on a good Acid trip , was flying when they played Roundabout and All Good People , well I could go on but I'm a Yank and Country ur from Matters not to Rock&ROLL , what does is how high you may be ? Chris you were a great Bass Player R I P ! I hope the voting goes to nominate YES , MOODY BLUES and JETHRO TULL and others but especially YES and Joe Cocker .
+The Wizard of Rock and Roll ,I was lucky enough to see YES about 8 times and lucky enough to see them in the 70s most of those times. Memories!!!!
amazing that it was 1975 and the symphony
Welcome to the Midnight Q. Tonight we're going to enjoy the smooth country flavored craftsmanship from Steven Howe of Yes. Chris Squire is here with his 4001 to do some tunes from his latest Fish Out Of Water...and we also have a Zeppelin fan from America that likes to hide things from John Bonham and Peter Grant...we'll find out where.
Giggety-giggety, giggety-goo. Stick around.
Glenn Quagmire this made my day ))))
Hi Glenn, the bass that Chris is using is a Rickenbacker model made for import into the UK by Rose Morris. It is a RM1999 model. This specific model is the same as his main bass that we see him play. In the 60's this version of the bass was not available in the states until the 4001S reissue. many years later.
An underrated genius vocal-wise...
i just got done listening to a bootleg of yes called going to the garden boston august 22nd 1977 it was fantastic.
amazing music..RIP Chris
November 1975, I bought my first Fish Out of Water album.
What a great recording.
Thanks Fish! RIP CHRIS
RIP, Chris. Right up there with the likes of Paul, Jaco, Jack B., Jack C., John E., Victor and Marcus. So iconic, a shining template for Getty to follow too.
I remember being amazed by the graphics on this when I saw it first, lol
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