Close To The Edge - A Band Geek Yes Cover with Chris Clark

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6 жыл бұрын

This is our cover version of the progressive rock epic, Close To The Edge by Yes!
Ann Marie Nacchio - Vocals
Chris Clark - Keyboards
Andy Grazaino - Guitars/Vocals
Richie Castellano - Bass/Vocals
Andy Ascolese - Drums/Vocals
Jarrett Pressman - Foley FX
Additional Ambient FX by Richie Castellano
Mixed and Edited by Richie Castellano
This goes with Band Geek episode 140 which can be found here:
• Band Geek 140 - Chris ...
A few people have been asking about the production of this. We recorded live in the same room together. We all have separate monitor mixes in our Audio-Technica headphones via the MOTU 1248. The final product you're seeing is comprised of a few takes from this session. I'm one guy doing all the production myself so I do need to stop to fix cameras, monitors, etc... We recorded MIDI data from the drums and keyboards. During the mix phase, I used BFD3 and Abbey Road Drum Libraries instead of the stock Roland sounds. Most of the keyboard sounds are directly from Chris's keyboards, but some of the Mellotrons and Synths are coming from IK Multimedia SampleTank. The guitar and bass tones are all coming from the Line 6 Helix.
Thanks for watching!

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@RichieCastellano 5 жыл бұрын

Hey guys, I'm blown away by these comments. I just want to clarify something here. This isn't a bunch of music snobs showing off. This is genuine love for Yes and their music. We are hardcore Yes fans and this video is not about conquering a song or doing it better than anyone. It's about the joy of indulging our inner teenagers and being lucky enough to get the opportunity to play our favorite music. Andy, Andy and I had a band in high school and dreamed of playing this. We never could get the vocals or keyboards right. We were very fortunate to have Chris Clark and my wife help us make this dream a reality. Thank you for watching. I'll probably run into some of you guys on the next Yes or ARW tour. I'll be the one in the audience screaming his head off!

@PaulHilburger 5 жыл бұрын

The passion comes across in the music. Great job

@christopherclark279 5 жыл бұрын

What he said🐶🎼🎉❤️

@rafaelgarnier7448 5 жыл бұрын

So glad to read you are not snobs showing off ! You make me rediscover that extremely beautiful piece of music that I have always cherished most of all. Bravo to all musicians (and singers). It was worth waiting Chris Clark on keyboard : extremely good job ! Thank you for this moment ! 🤩🤩🤩😍😍😍😍

@ER-me1ii 5 жыл бұрын

Richie Castellano I havent read all the comments but if anyone is offering negative criticism I’ll be happy to kick them in the jimmy. What you said comes straight across in your performance. You have generously shared your love of this music that people like me grew up on and love. All I see is an amazing performance, respect for the art and a moment to share something really special and to connect with me your grateful audience. I name this song as the single most important one to me personally. It opened wide the world of music to me. Not just prog. It gave me the ability to get into everything from abba to Zappa. No shit. You guys are friggin awesome and I thank you for putting in what it takes to honor all the great music that you do.

@theDaoistBean 5 жыл бұрын

I think that's why it is so spectacular...because Yes wasn't a bunch of music snobs showing off either, it was a bunch of guys that got together to play the music that felt right to them. I think most people don't realize or lose sight of this because the music that flowed out of them just happened to be, more often than not, more complex and possibly harder to access than other stuff in rock and pop music. I, too, dreamed of being able to play this song in high school, and although that will not happen for me in this lifetime, I am quite pleased and thrilled to see that you and your band mates have done Jon, Chris, Steve, Rick, and Bill very proud! Congrats, thanks again, and as always, float your climb!!!

@ellipseanostalrius1710 5 жыл бұрын

I've never seen anyone try to cover this song. Who would try? This is mind-blowingly good.

@maxlamet 5 жыл бұрын

@MorbidManMusic Great version indeed.

@davideig4281 5 жыл бұрын

This song is so edgy.

@stephenbaldassarre2289 4 жыл бұрын

I sent a list to a friend with the caption "Duuuuuude!" I really was blown away.

@lordstryrofoam1213 4 жыл бұрын

Good question. Who would try? Well these guys did and knocked it clean out of the park. I agree with you on the mind blowing. My jaw may never be the same.

@SunFellow941 4 жыл бұрын

Oh please, every Yes tribute act on earth performs this song.

@daleberger6984 3 жыл бұрын

Someone once said " if it's not Jon Anderson it's just karaoke ". That being said, this is the most outstanding rendition of a Yes song without Jon Anderson I have ever witnessed. Hat's off to an amazing ensemble, and an epic tribute.

@aintskeered8248 Жыл бұрын

I agree. Outstanding musicians, most-especially Ann Marie. Looooooove her!

@basdebruin2355 Жыл бұрын

Totally agree on that!!!!

@josephdelvecchio599 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant song brilliant cover.

@garyormsbee917 Жыл бұрын

I just discovered these videos and I have to say as a Yes fan I’m addicted. I can’t stop watching them . Now I want to see Jon Anderson play with the Band Geeks live!

@TheHippieLounge Жыл бұрын

Clearly they don’t understand the musicianship and vocal range it takes to do this. Super talented

@danbonello7375 Жыл бұрын

As a lifelong Yes fan I never thought in a million years a band could come close to covering them. You proved me dead wrong. Absolutely amazing!!!

@Zanthanee 9 ай бұрын

AGREED!

@marianne1156 8 ай бұрын

IF you haven't...... KZfaq, Geeks live with Jon Anderson. a MUST see

@charlesnealy7589 13 сағат бұрын

Absolutely beautiful and excellent! I can't believe I'm just finding this. I'm blown away. Truly .

@jimbeaux4988 4 жыл бұрын

Just imagine stumbling into a bar to see these guys playing this.

@TheArpomni2 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, with you on that one, totally make my night,

@kenhoward3512 4 жыл бұрын

I just stumbled upon this on youtube and am blown away; "Live," and I'd be buying them drinks.

@jamesglenn1531 4 жыл бұрын

You’d probably sober up!😂😂😂😂😂😂

@mrkremko1 4 жыл бұрын

The sad thing is that most idiots in a bar wouldn’t pay any attention to this, which would be a shame.

@TheArpomni2 4 жыл бұрын

@@mrkremko1 lol, if it's not a repetitive beat that doesn't change, they can't handle it, and it doesn't include a token Rap section they will stand there Brain Dead

@mellotronin54 5 жыл бұрын

I thought what was the point of even trying to recreate this genius piece of music... Then I after listening to this it was obvious this is our classical music for people born in the 1960's and it should be performed like the works of of Mozart, Chopin with reverence and homage.

@billberry9575 4 жыл бұрын

well said

@pbwbrian53 4 жыл бұрын

Never thought of that before. As I’m preparing to help “cover” the Mahler 8th, this is a great thought.

@johncregan7438 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly. Orchestras and conductors get great reviews and reputations but when it comes down to it they are all "just" cover bands - some good, some great. Band Geeks are a great "orchestra" of the now.

@TCd1965 Жыл бұрын

It's not just the fact that this rendition is technically perfect, it moves to tears just like the original. Whatever it is, you guys nailed it big time.

@HalJikaKick 2 жыл бұрын

This woman singing is an absolute freaking treasure. Omg not many are worthy of singing this music

@bobsmith1101 Жыл бұрын

Agreed, very sweet pure voice.

@markdaniels7174 Жыл бұрын

My opinion: the song’s emotional climax (the last chorus of “I get up, I get down…” in the final 90 seconds) is more moving when she sings it than when Jon does. She’d built up to that peak moment and it feels more “earned” than with Jon. I can’t explain it any better.

@timmurphy489 3 жыл бұрын

I really think that Yes would be proud of this performance.

@benho6251 2 жыл бұрын

Yes would be proud of this performance and proud of you for keeping this music alive for the next generation. Love you guys!

@hnoerdli 3 жыл бұрын

This wins the internet. There is no better use of 18:20 on the internet. Bassist absolutely channels Chris squire and plays every sonic nuance Chris recorded. Some of those Howe licks are acrobatic. Thank you for gifting this.

@Vasily_dont_be_silly 2 жыл бұрын

And look at all the joy he gets from playing this insane part. No wonder, I'd be happy too if I I had a bass that sounds this good!

@PhilipvanderMatten Жыл бұрын

And don't forget the singer

@richardboughton8338 3 жыл бұрын

When I first heard this as a young, carefree guy I was moved to tears. I'd never heard anything so beautiful. Now, as an old man of nearly 70 I'm moved once again by this breathtaking cover. Thankyou.

@alwayscasesensitive 2 жыл бұрын

13th September 2022, just a few months away, Close to the Edge will be 50 years old. Never in all those 50 years did I at any time expect anyone to attempt a cover of this song and do it justice but what you guys have done here has exceeded every expectation I might have harboured during those 50 years. When you got to the "Now that you find, now that you're whole" line, I realised that I had temporarily stopped breathing and was almost in tears. Astonishing stuff. I can't thank you enough for doing this.

@philiptidd6062 Жыл бұрын

Namaste ! and Thank You @BandGeek!! you guys are just awesome - ALL OF YOU

@creeputney Жыл бұрын

I am 63 years old and weeping with this sound I just heard . . . new to this channel and heard few songs, but when I was in red rocks Colorado and listened to YES sing this song, I thought I was in heaven. Your band made me weep with my memory from over 20 years ago . . . thank you!

@joelspaulding5964 5 жыл бұрын

84 dislikes from guys in progressive cover bands who never could nail any Yes tune. Great performance!

@TheBukester 4 жыл бұрын

there are dislikes!?! I guess the mean will be found...

@moodylicious 4 жыл бұрын

prog music is hard for some people to digest with all the counterbeat, lack of predictability and discordance. It is the most difficult style of music to play. Man! You all kicked ass on this!

@magakanekiken5280 4 жыл бұрын

@@moodylicious death, jazz, math, electronic. lol

@paulyabe 4 жыл бұрын

absolutely jealous

@ejcorreia2 4 жыл бұрын

It's up to 125 dislikes now. Obviously clueless.

@killgorewat 4 жыл бұрын

I love the drummer taking a coffee and reading break during the vocal-keyboard section. :-)

@richknight5092 4 жыл бұрын

Actually it's a cup of tea 😉

@bluedream9668 4 жыл бұрын

Have a curry!

@jeffreylomicka7212 4 жыл бұрын

@@bluedream9668 I wonder how many get THAT reference :-)

@bluedream9668 4 жыл бұрын

@@jeffreylomicka7212 ha ha! It was a Chicken Curry to be exact - per Rick.

@Frankincensedjb123 3 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of Rodger Waters and the boys playing cards during a lengthy interlude.

@eponatwospirithorse4980 Жыл бұрын

Oh gosh I am in tears here, I'm 14 again.

@capecyn 3 күн бұрын

Me too!!! 😭❤

@deandennison4687 3 жыл бұрын

Listened to this probably 100 times and I'm still blown away every time.

@jamoncure 2 жыл бұрын

Me too! Richie’s covers of our classic prog rock (with all his incredible mates!) are just mind-bogglingly awesome. Every time I watch I am just dumbfounded by the extreme talent!!!!

@Vasily_dont_be_silly Жыл бұрын

@@jamoncure I agree with every word

@WooBino. 6 жыл бұрын

What’s even more impressive is an 18 minute/ 45 year old song still resonates.

@johnnymarin5035 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely timeless

@mallard4998 5 жыл бұрын

Superb masterpiece, it will live on and on and on etc etc!!!

@trobin 5 жыл бұрын

jeez 45 years already

@jefaerts4207 5 жыл бұрын

I believe this will have the same followings as Beethoven, bach, mozart, holst..hundreds of years from the year it was created

@robertfschiff 4 жыл бұрын

@@jefaerts4207 I hope you're right. The difference is that people are able to play and sing the music of those classical masters, but how many people could actually perform this incredible music? Seeing this cover gave me chills.

@zoso73 6 жыл бұрын

I hear Bill. I hear Jon. I hear Rick. I hear Steve. I hear Chris. Thank you.

@PendelSteven Жыл бұрын

The original was released 13th September 1972. That is exactly 50 years ago today.

@eugeneboyarskiy7694 2 жыл бұрын

Yes is all about love, loving Yes is a humanity sympthom. Thank you geeks for living loving, Yes is no disgrace.

@gregorglasbruch6917 4 жыл бұрын

This is nothing else than stunning, mindblowing, phantastic. I listened to this song about a thousand times in my life, if not more. I have all the notes and nuances in my head, and all I‘ve got to say is you guys really nailed it. Keep up the great work and passion.

@fernandobm4478 4 жыл бұрын

Perfect. Mind-blowing cover.

@spiketaterman5181 3 жыл бұрын

so nice to hear someone else that "get's it". Wow. I can't add to that!

@thedude3423 4 жыл бұрын

And to think Yes were all in their mid twenties or so when they wrote this...as for this version... excuse me while I pick my jaw off the floor...

@johncharles.5087 3 жыл бұрын

I mean... Don't most bands put out their most acclaimed works around their mid 20s?

@joetheplumber8884 2 жыл бұрын

@@johncharles.5087 Does that take away anything of the sheer genius it took to even come up with this?

@sneezejs 2 жыл бұрын

Having read Mike Tiano’s piece on Something Else Reviews about how Yes had to change the key of the coda of CTTE when playing it live, i came back to listen to this fantastic performance again. The section from ‘now that its all over and done’ absolutely blows your head off. Anne Marie throws everything into that top note; its very moving. Unbeatable.

@markdaniels7174 Жыл бұрын

I feel the same way about Ann Marie’s final two minutes. She really takes us to that peak emotional moment in the song, and to me it feels even more “earned” than when Jon sings it! It’s a well-deserved joyous high after all that had come before.

@SergioBracali 2 жыл бұрын

Recording a cover of this song is heroic in itself, regardless of the results. And this one is perfect. I'm speechless 😧

@lautaromontoya3993 4 жыл бұрын

The drummer reading while drinking tea during his rest must be the most british progressive rock thing i've ever seen.

@researchbiz 3 жыл бұрын

It was right up there with Wakeman's consumption of chicken curry during a TFTO concert.

@auscurrymaster 4 жыл бұрын

I don't think there are words to describe this performance. I can imagine the team's reaction when Richie (assuming it was Richie's idea) says "right, I think we're ready. We're gonna do Close To The Edge". What???!! Ann Marie completely nails the vocals. Amazing.

@qquark99 3 жыл бұрын

I honestly cant believe such a bunch of talented Yes-lovers could exist. Thanks!!

@rashidrani2333 2 жыл бұрын

Steve Howe part is done perfectly 👌.

@TaffmanGuyo 6 жыл бұрын

I'm a pretty devout 66 year old Yes fan - since The Yes Album, have enjoyed their performances in 4 different countries over the years, & I just want to say a huge thank you to you all. Absolutely brilliant. Come & play for us in the UK, I'll even make you a cuppa! Fantastic performance.

@markroberts171 5 жыл бұрын

I love that the singer isn't trying to sound like Jon, she even sings with a US accent, perfect. The bass sound is staggeringly good. I won't even start on the quality of the playing. Thank you from another old English fart for a definitive cover of a truly great song. Supper's Ready please...

@geeman1293 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, Supper’s Ready...

@doorman306 4 жыл бұрын

I agree 1,000 percent!!!

@gwensciora8516 4 жыл бұрын

@@doorman306 you do know that that's Richie Castellano from Blue oyster cult??

@bigmamajama2829 4 жыл бұрын

@@gwensciora8516 Mystery solved then, only explanation how you can get that many AAA musicians in one room.

@paulyabe 4 жыл бұрын

wait, there's an 'American' accent? How does not speaking w/an accent become an accent? I had some friends in Redcar, England that first brought up the idea of me having an accent. Preposterous!

@richardboughton8338 3 жыл бұрын

Love the middle section when the drummer relaxes with a cup of Earl Grey and a good book. 😂

@chuckschultz4809 Жыл бұрын

He stole focus from the rest of the band.

@rickbullock4331 3 жыл бұрын

You guys are fantastic to say the least. I’m 75 and I’m just blown away by the talent in the room. Anne Marie has a terrific voice. I was just mesmerized by the keyboardist he is fabulous to my ears. Everybody is just great. Thanks for this it was a pleasure to hear. Well done by all.👍👍

@alanenglish3377 5 жыл бұрын

Another old fart now has tears in his eyes listening to this. I love you guys, just outstanding. It's like the Fish is still with us. Keep up the great work.

@josedealva4205 5 жыл бұрын

farts just become nothing after a few seconds, even mine

@decks82 5 жыл бұрын

Ok,ok ,enough, enough now...... I am a serious old fart but, was lucky enough to live in London in my youth and was privileged to be able to see many(to become) legendary bands ,Yes obviously included. I have been a fan since then and after the 25th watching of this vid , I have to announce that this is far and away the very,very best Yes cover I have ever seen and heard( and I've seen a fair few!!) It's so,so gratifying to hear this great song sound so fresh and vibrant , so brilliantly done and keeping the Yes legend alive. Many, many thanks for making this old fart feel very happy and young again!!( gush fest over!)

@julio_scissors 5 жыл бұрын

It's amazing, innit?

@kurunta01 5 жыл бұрын

Great cover indeed. And done with a bit of humour which seem to be lacking in most Yes' cover bands.

@bradleydayton7857 5 жыл бұрын

I like when the drummer takes a break and opens up a book and has a beverage. This performance is a masterpiece!

@SkepticCat-pz1zz 5 жыл бұрын

decks82 hello from the states from a fellow Brit, the term “old fart” is relative. At the age of 66 I consider it to be a badge of honor, besides a few aches I feel pretty much the same. I relate to this song so so much, I remember always getting high to this song in my dorm in 1971. A brilliant rendition everything spot on the vocals could be an octave higher, still very good....cheers!

@edburns00 5 жыл бұрын

I thought I had seen the best cover in the "Close to the Yes" version, and indeed the vocalist in that version has an energy and spark that is very different from Ms. Castellano. However, the humor and coral electric sitar-sim in this one puts it on top. I had the chance to see Wakeman on his raconteur tour and his humor is evident here. The only thing I'd suggest is having the drummer eat ramen noodles, as Wakeman famously did during the Tales tour when he got bored.

@dms5154 Жыл бұрын

I periodically always come back to this and appreciate Richie's comments again about being incredible YES fans and honoring them and their timeless music. Saw Jon this summer with the young Rock Academy celebrate 50th anniversary of Close To The Edge. Wonderful! To me, with all the other accolades of their musicianship and song writing abilities, YES music evokes FEELING like no other music I know. Close To The Edge, perhaps, evokes it more than any other of YES's masterpieces! That's why I sill love them more than 50 years later! Richie and the Band Geeks, you are wonderful musicians, so talented and I likes your taste in music!!

@jeffreyfendt4589 Жыл бұрын

I just bought 4th row tickets to see Jon Anderson and The Band Geek’s April 28, 2023 at the Scottish Rite Auditorium 😊! I can’t wait! Jon said they’re the best playing Yes music ❤! Now that I have seen them for myself, I’m amazed 😳! Counting the day’s 😂😉🙏

@VictimOfPain 6 жыл бұрын

You guys (and gal) have got to be freaking kidding me, simply amazing. I think I forgot to breathe for 18 minutes watching this.

@markusaurelius777 5 жыл бұрын

I know right...this is a pure MASTERPIECE !!!!

@hambone9444 5 жыл бұрын

I too clicked on this with apprehension, eager to thumb it down and be on my way. Little did I know I would be in emotional lock-down for the entire time.

@elbay2 5 жыл бұрын

Lol! Inhale man!

@markusaurelius777 5 жыл бұрын

lol!

@somedude5414 4 жыл бұрын

When all the other instruments and sounds are perfect recreations, and the lead singer doesn't make you miss Jon Anderson = a damn fine job, lady!

@margaretabel9901 4 жыл бұрын

Some Dude I totally agree. I don’t like anyone that sings with Yes other than Jon, but this singer is fabulous and I can easily sing along with her. I’m thrilled.

@chitoryu12 4 жыл бұрын

Her vocals are so good that I'm not sure I can hear Jon Anderson in it anymore.

@williamroark 4 жыл бұрын

God don’t STRIKE ME WITH A LIGHTNING BOLT ⚡ .... “Jon WHO???”..... yeah, you’re THAT GOOD “Wonder Woman” EXTRORDIANAIRY performances too!!! EVERY DAMN ONE!!!!!

@brauni827 3 жыл бұрын

my words dude ! absolute agree

@guidominadisospiro3553 2 жыл бұрын

Gottfried van Swieten taught the by then already dead and forgotten Bach and Handel to Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven. It was then that classical music concerts began to include scores from dead composers--they were too good to be forgotten. Something of the sort should be happening with some of the best rock music has to offer. "Close to the Edge" is certainly among the very best, and it's a joy to see it, as well as hear it performed. I reiterate my felicitations. And gratitude.

@santia61able Жыл бұрын

You guys totally killed this song!! You literally had me smiling of joy and excitement for 18 minutes and 19 seconds. Thank you very much!!! My best to you all.

@mattshepherd4861 5 жыл бұрын

How can anyone give this a thumbs down. I'm a massive Yes fan,and this gave me goosebumps. You guys have this down!!!! Respect.

@jamesfarrell8339 5 жыл бұрын

^_^

@paulyabe 5 жыл бұрын

if I was forced to guess I'd say because it's a woman singing Jon's parts. What're you gonna do?

@cyclegolferrushjunkie2870 5 жыл бұрын

yep... massive fan. this video gave me goose bumps..

@MarkSchuster-ym3iy 5 жыл бұрын

People giving this a thumbs down are obviously lobotomy victims!

@ruby_ruubs3248 5 жыл бұрын

I choose to believe that they are all mis-clicks :D

@Metemi 5 жыл бұрын

These people definitely re-arranged their livers to the solid mental grace :)

@carlospaz5560 2 жыл бұрын

... one of the most difficult things to do in the world is a YES Cover and you did it perfectly CONGRATULATIONS !!!

@mehcol 2 жыл бұрын

so moving. Saw yes at the newcastle City Hall back in 73 when I bought the album and Tales.. was coming out. So beautiful to see you Americans ( from the greatest nation ever ) giving us brits respect. We are brothers and sisters across the pond. Thank you.

@alanweissaltz1882 2 жыл бұрын

Yes we are, my mother was from Manchester.

@kiltedbill7594 4 жыл бұрын

MY HEAD JUST EXPLODED , SORRY IF SOME GOT ON YOU. GOTTA BE THE MOST AMAZING COVER OF YES THERE IS. BRAVO GUYS !JUST TOO GOOD...WORDS JUST AREN'T BIG ENOUGH TO DESCRIBE HOW FABULOUS THIS TRULY IS....

@ronfrosig5918 3 жыл бұрын

Believe me when I tell you, there are some amazing groups covering Yes. I love that the young Players are recognizing past Music! This Performance is Brilliant!!!!

@whiskeyvengeance 4 жыл бұрын

Maybe the best cover of this song I've ever heard. Takes me right back to being 18 and hearing this record for the first time!

@mkfmkf55 4 жыл бұрын

Maybe?

@peterlawson777 2 жыл бұрын

I think it’s the best cover of any song period. Beyond amazing.

@Johnny-re9kg Жыл бұрын

Hearting Emily's vocals! Man she really brings a great energy and tone to this. The band is so good. Jon Anderson will be lucky to have these guys backing him on their upcoming tour! I think Emily needs to sing backups with him.

@MrTreehugger78 Жыл бұрын

It's Ann Marie

@Johnny-re9kg Жыл бұрын

@@MrTreehugger78 oops! well, she's great by any name. :)

@ronniekemler8816 Жыл бұрын

It's Ann Marie know the players man

@willb5240 Жыл бұрын

I know this is an older video, but I still want to throw my comment in here. Obviously all of you are incredible musicians to start, but managing all of the vocal arrangements in this song just puts it over the top for not only this Yes song, but any Yes cover I've ever heard! I also want to give extra credit to the drummer for playing this song on what appears to be an older rubber pad Roland kit, AND getting some reading time in during his coffee break! That is truly making the most of your time and equipment.. haha. Incredible job by all of you.

@cultosaur262 6 жыл бұрын

OMG, this was worth the wait! A new high-water-mark has been set in difficulty...beyond awesome people! Hand-shredding virtual applause for all of you...no one has ever performed the legendary Yes better in a basement, I'll wager! Graziano, simply over-the-top brilliant and Chris Clark nailed the keys while Ascolese gets more out of a Roland trap than I would have guessed possible! Never easy to take on Jon Anderson's vocals, but Ann Marie is superb once again! Did I mention how feverishly awesome Chris did on the keys? Wow! Richie, great backing vocals and mix ... not to mention you did a very fine tribute to Chris Squire with your bass! In a word, stunning!

@AndyGrazianoNYC 6 жыл бұрын

Our collective livers have been rearranged

@elderberry-hamster 5 жыл бұрын

Ahhh, everything Jason said plus tax! 😁👍👍👍👍👍👍

@TeaWithWarriorsChnnl 5 жыл бұрын

triple thumbs up/ love love

@jamesfarrell8339 5 жыл бұрын

My favorite comment! ^_^

@damonfibraio5667 4 жыл бұрын

I'm a totally blind keyboard player from New Jersey and all my life, from the time I first found progressive rock, I wished I could be in a band with musicians this this good that would want to do this kind of music to an audience that would be accepting and appreciative to listen to it. Never found that combination, sadly. At 46 years of age, I'm beginning to think I never will. Hell, I'd have to work really hard to nail this. It's so awesome that you guys click so well, record this stuff, put it on youtube and amazingly, have fans who love it, including me. I give thumbs up to all of you, including and especially the keyboard player for nailing my favorite part, the church organ through the solo into the last verse. Great stuff. Be thankful that the stars alligned for you all in the way that they did. Maybe before I die, I can also achieve this dream.

@janlawrence9082 2 жыл бұрын

Just watched again for the hundredth time. Can't wait to see you guys with Jon Anderson next year. It will be epic!

@lindazee Жыл бұрын

When, where?? I hadn't heard. This would be epic

@johnrandall5128 3 жыл бұрын

When this pandemic is over, you have to tour!!!

2 ай бұрын

Not only they're touring, but they're doing that with Mr. Jon Anderson! Wish fulfilled.

@gtrguy5851 5 жыл бұрын

Really. Nicely. Done. I was in 7th grade when this record was released. Ran to the record store and bought it immediately. I was enthralled by the music and artwork. We had a musical show and tell that year. One of my classmates played I Am Woman by Helen Reddy. I played Close to the Edge. I was shunned. One of my proudest moments.

@kimberlyblood46 4 жыл бұрын

You were shunned! Hahaha, but look who's laughing now. Great tale! YES ROCKS !

@panzerlieb 4 жыл бұрын

“Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less traveled by, And that has made all the difference.” -Robert Frost- Congrats on on taking the road less traveled. Sometimes it’s not about the destination, but rather the journey getting there.

@kenhoward3512 4 жыл бұрын

"...was enthralled by the music and artwork." Yes, Roger Dean's art was so perfect for YES's albums.

@scottbarker1074 4 жыл бұрын

Dude... you're my hero! Lol! I laugh because when I was in my teens the same thing happened to me! Peace! 😜👍

@markamendola7736 3 жыл бұрын

Unbelievable

@Skeetersbuzz 5 жыл бұрын

HOLY SHIT! When I saw YES do this live, it wasn’t this good!

@petterv6604 4 жыл бұрын

Live versions aren’t supposed to sound like the studio version

@TDreamer2 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! This revives my faith in younger people appreciating Prog Rock. :) Awesome version of this song. Blown away!

@calvinmendoza7911 2 жыл бұрын

The ending was absolutely stunning

@JeffStudley 5 жыл бұрын

The vocal at the end "Now that you're whole" sent frickin' chills through me. OMG what a great vocal!

@r.fernandes9526 4 жыл бұрын

The very same place blew me away to tears

@AteBRojas 4 жыл бұрын

I've been telling people for years, that to me, this is the climax of the whole piece.

@markdaniels7174 Жыл бұрын

Really it’s all of her vocals from there to the end - the last 90 seconds or so. It’s such an emotional peak, and she earned it after her build to it. Just JOYOUS!

@herakleitus 5 жыл бұрын

Just one tiny example of fidelity: Steve Howe's false harmonics at 16:50. Unbelievable attention to detail! Bravo!

@londonbangkok 2 ай бұрын

1971 and I was introduced to Classical Music as a 17 year old.. 53 years later, I know now that it will be a Classic! Moves me to shivers and spine tingle music then and now .. Yes is in safe hands...

@timrussellguitar1516 Жыл бұрын

I’ve watched this 30 times and still get goose bumps.

@alexjbennett1017 5 жыл бұрын

Just now listened for about my 6th time, and for the 6th time, have tears in my eyes.

@jwvanmiddelkoop8501 5 жыл бұрын

The best live music video I've seen on youtube so far. No Kidding!

@cellularmitosis2 3 жыл бұрын

How powerful is this song, and this performance? Just look at how many people are commenting “brings a tear to the eye...”. That’s impact!

@rd40082 2 жыл бұрын

Great performance. The voice of the lady is so wonderful

@mannys960 6 жыл бұрын

This is my favorite YES song of all time and you guys nailed it!! Flat out Incredible!!!!!!

@Czyszy 5 жыл бұрын

The keyboard player is FANTASTIC! Wow!

@markowallace369 Жыл бұрын

He did a good job in Spiderman and many other major Broadway hits. The nicest person you could ever meet, too. He lets a typing dog do his FB page, I am told.

@strangher11 3 жыл бұрын

Got goose bumps and hair raising on my neck after ten seconds ... OMG ... I did not expect THIS ....I love these folks ...

@PWMoze 3 жыл бұрын

Apparently I've come to this particular party a little late and unprepared for the sheer joy of it! Richie you are a gem and your band have fulfilled an ambition that I also had as a teenager. My band only managed the 'white lace' sectiion. Keep it up brother, this is fantastic! By the way your wife nails it!

@drabun1 4 жыл бұрын

This is extremely complicated music to play and they nailed every note. Yes has always been one of my favorite bands and this is a joy to watch and listen to.

@ZenDriveSeven 6 жыл бұрын

If I had a nickel for every bar band that covered this song...I’d be broke. Outstanding!

@ronnierest 23 күн бұрын

To anyone out there who loves this… These guys are now playing WITH JON ANDERSON On tour all over the country. I will be there at the Keswick in Sept. So psyched. To the band… thank you.

@timrinn3916 2 жыл бұрын

Un-Bee-Leavable! Absolutely nailed it, best cover I've ever heard/watched. Steve Howe once said that "Close" was by far their most difficult piece to reproduce in concert. Should speak volumes as to how beautifully you folks did this. As with Floyd's Wish You Were Here LP being their pinnacle so it was with Yes' Close To The Edge LP. We were so lucky to have grown up with this music. Thank you for doing this with such style and perfection. Your affection toward the original band members and their music shows and you delivered it with justice.

@Bikewithlove 4 жыл бұрын

At 12:40 I burst into tears. This was not expected at all. I love this piece of music, and it connected with something deep since the first day I heard it, but you unlocked something in its sound by the way you hit the notes and it was cathartic. The power of music flows out of each of you, and good on you for that. Thank you for performing this masterpiece.

@sct353 4 жыл бұрын

I was genuinely moved at that point too. An absolutely fabulous rendition of this prog classic.

@davidmunro5585 3 жыл бұрын

Me too. wow...........

@christoredentor5742 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful Indeed wow goosebumps right now!

@faceup0215 3 жыл бұрын

Me too.

@markholmes2665 4 жыл бұрын

In the 70's, as a teen with headphones, YesSongs on the turntable....thinking..."how the hell do they play like that?" Now, 2020...with headphones on KZfaq, thinking the same thing! DAMN! Mind Blown.....again! Please keep it up!!!!!

@zipzip070 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely INCREDIBLE. Who even attempts to cover this. No wonder Mr. Anderson himself was impressed. PHENOMENAL

@simonyoung509 2 жыл бұрын

I am a blubbering mess after watching and listening…you transported me right back to late 72 when I bought the LP and this was the very first Yes song I heard. Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU

@deandamage3703 5 жыл бұрын

I'm watching this in tears of joy running down my cheeks guys......BEAUTIFUL xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Love you all.

@josedealva4205 5 жыл бұрын

you should play more and stop crying

@leosgf 5 жыл бұрын

Omg, Yes

@cyclegolferrushjunkie2870 5 жыл бұрын

you and everyone else hearing this trib for the first time.. this music WILL live on forever...

@inspectionnegross8695 6 жыл бұрын

*Holy. Crap. Guys. Wow.*

@Kae6502 2 жыл бұрын

I remember buying and listening to CTTE back in the mid 70's. I was in Junior High School at the time. I've watched EVERY rection video to this song I could find. Then I discovered cover versions and last week I came across your channel. I've been saving this one for a weekend, a bottle of good wine, some good cheese, and your cover version. You did not disappoint! Goosebumps. Tears of joy. Thank you all. Now do Awaken. (please)

@281cobracar7 Ай бұрын

Wow, great job guys (and gal). This song came out in my senior year in HS. But I hadn't heard it until my freshman year at a HBCU. Being a black guy who into R&R, it was kind of hard to find other classmates into the same thing at a black college. I was DJ'ing at the student union one night when I start talking to this one girl. We found we both liked rock and roll music. She ask if I ever heard of a group called YES. I said yeah, that song Roundabout. She invited me back to her room and turned me on to Close to the Edge. I was blown away, I been a YES fan ever since. Seen them in concert four times. Even saw Rick Wakemans Six Wives of Henry the viii concert. Excellent job of recreating this song. You guys deserve a big pat on the back.

@r.fernandes9526 5 жыл бұрын

I am absolutely speechless The love and care in which you executed the most complex song in prog rock history is astonishing. You nailed it..note perfect The talent in this group goes beyond anything I've ever seen in a cover band..just unbelievable

@vascomunista 5 жыл бұрын

This ladies and gentlemen is a masterpiece

@phillonsdale2952 Жыл бұрын

OMG! I'm writing this with tears in my eyes, faith restored in the youth of today. This is just incredible. Nailed 100% - I Get Up I Get Down is spine tinglingly good. I'd pay top dollar & queue in the rain to see these guys. Monumentally excellent - As someone else said; this is the new classical music

@soulman1292 2 жыл бұрын

I'm a Whitestone Queens guy and I've known Chris and his amazing talent for quite a while, but this may be the best thing on KZfaq!!!. Even the backing vocals blew me away ...BRAVO !!!! everyone on this video is monstrous !!!

@MrDawa73 6 жыл бұрын

I have the same emotions as when I listened to close to the edge by yes for the first time...tears of joy ...unbelievable !!! THANK YOU !!!!!!

@Frankincensedjb123 6 жыл бұрын

MrDawa73 seriously, it has me weeping, for the beauty of the song and for Chris. RIP

@beaucroftrecorders 6 жыл бұрын

Lifelong Yes fan and I don't think I've heard a better version than this, even by Yes!! They didn't record the whole thing in one go and whilst the production on the original was timeless, this version has much more clarity. It just shows what a fantastic composition it was, how awesome each player was and how amazing the Band Geek guys are. Made me cry at the end. Just because we will never see Yes perform like this and because of the emotion and power of the final section. Thank You!! x

@RichieCastellano 6 жыл бұрын

Alan Cork Thank you so much for your kind words. Full disclosure, there are a few edits in here. I’m one guy doing all the production and sometimes cameras randomly stop, or someone’s monitor mix goes crazy and we need to stop.

@beaucroftrecorders 6 жыл бұрын

@@RichieCastellano Hey Richie, fair enough but I love it anyway! Fantastic job.

@rationalactor 6 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Jawdropping! What a loving homage to some amazing music and incredible musicians! Hey guys - are you transcribing this for the benefit of future musicians with not such great ears? Thanks so much! And keep up the good work!

@michaelescamill303 5 жыл бұрын

Made me cry once you guys got to the “I get up/down” section. Incredible performance!

@JimThomasLMFT 5 жыл бұрын

yes...maybe they could replace the current Howe led version of Yes...this has much more fire, more clarity more energy by far

@sportster16301 Жыл бұрын

Congrats to The Band Geeks for keeping the best music ever written alive.

@daveaustwick5464 Жыл бұрын

As enduring as any classic, including Mozart, Beethoven, precisely reproduced, a friend for life.

@frankhipchen 5 жыл бұрын

I had no idea there were still genuine musicians left on the planet. Goose bumps baby, Goose bumps. You brought tears of gratitude to an old man... BRAVO!

@Sotnez 4 жыл бұрын

Meanwhile, in the interlude, Julian Assange, reading his wikileaks and drinking a cup of tea. Congratulations!

@pooginmouse 3 жыл бұрын

It just seemed perfectly how Bill Bruford might have 'played' the idle moments in a song. Patiently waiting until he was needed...then watch out!

@peggybrown9694 2 жыл бұрын

Thank GOD people like this still exist!! Absolute musical masters!!

@tomdurkee9479 2 жыл бұрын

As a huge Yes fan for the past 45 years I was so impressed to stumble across this Close the Edge full album rendition. So cool! And an excellent job kudo to all the musicians at Band Geek. Actually seeing you guys do this really showed the complexity of the music and you didn't miss a "beat". It really came through that you are hardcore fans - you can't fake what you did here. I will watch this over and over. Thank you for doing this!

@Jellybeantiger 6 жыл бұрын

When I was poor,had depression,Yes were my medication in the 80s,also Genesis,love prog so much,gday from Melbourne,Australia.

@georgenelson3719 6 жыл бұрын

Yes and Genesis still are my favorites. i still listen to the album.

@susanheath3039 5 жыл бұрын

OH wow, well done guys. Genius having a woman singing the lead vocals. Plus the bass sound is soooo Chris Squire. The drummer even gets a cup of herbal tea. Great singing. That was such a pleasure you made me smile. Peace Davo

@mal2ksc 5 жыл бұрын

The drummer opening a book and drinking tea just killed me.

@shawnduffy3380 5 жыл бұрын

@@mal2ksc ..... so,...... well, ......... Brufordesque? ;-)

@bernardjharmsen304 4 жыл бұрын

Reminds me of Bruford playing drums wearing a T shirt with the word NO in big letters

@NilezII 4 жыл бұрын

And AM has sip too

@neptuneshadow 2 жыл бұрын

Guys, I never thought I'd see the day anyone other than Yes in their prime pull off this amazing epic basically LIVE in the studio!!! I'm 60 years old and played guitar almost my entire life so I fully understand the time and dedication it takes as a musician to play this kind of music. Just about everything has been said already by folks in your comments, but I just felt pretty damned compelled to make a comment on KZfaq, which I VERY RARELY DO! Thank you so much for this wonderful treat and keep it up! Also, I'm with another one of your fans in saying I wish I could have found more like minded and like talented musicians such as yourselves to play with over the years, but they are really hard to find! Have you guys tried to pull off an King Crimson?? :-)

@mosiprop 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely brilliant cover of this masterpiece... honestly, I didn't think anyone else would ever do it justice, but you did it!!! What a pleasure to see Band Geek rise to an incredible challenge.. I'm absolutely blown away!! :D

@johncoppinger3208 3 жыл бұрын

Check out the version of Siberian Khatru just posted 👌

@eduardorajabally28 6 жыл бұрын

What can I say? Note perfect from beginning to end, with personality and a lot of feel. You are beyond belief!!! Just the best cover (from one of the most difficult songs) EVER on you tube!! Greetings from Brazil...

@kevindorobiala7027 4 жыл бұрын

I've been a professional musician for 25 years. The bottom line is when you're a professional musician your job is showing off. That's not to boast or be conceited it's just a fact. Talent has to be shared. Much respect to all musicians.

@BCDanno63 3 жыл бұрын

AMEN !! It’s expected ,..it’s what they PAY FOR!!!! To live in a zone of escape vicariously ...Yes to be entertained.......

@dogdrawer Жыл бұрын

Spectacular by all - Ann Marie - you excelled beyond and enriched this SO much with your power, grace and note selection/inflection...Way to go! Chris Clark. And on the 8th day, God created Chris Clark. Love you. The guitar, bas, drums, and backing vocals are FANTASTIC! Best Wishes to you guys on the road with Jon. Peace.