10 Years Of BAND GEEK

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Ай бұрын

The first episode of the Band Geek Podcast hit the web on May 23rd, 2014, so that makes this our 10 year anniversary. Let's take a look back at our shenanigans and see what's coming up next!
Jon Anderson & The Band Geeks
YES Epics, Classics & More
2024 Tour Dates:
5/30/24 Thursday - New Brunswick NJ @ State Theatre
6/1/2024 Saturday - Englewood NJ @ Bergen PAC
6/3/2024 Monday - Rochester NY @ Kodak Center Theatre
6/6/2024 Thursday - Albany NY @ Hart Theatre
6/8/2024 Saturday - Hammondsport NY @ Point of The Bluff Concert Pavilion
6/13/2024 Thursday - Chicago IL @ Copernicus
6/15/2024 Saturday - Maryland Heights MO @ Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
6/18/2024 Tuesday - Greensburg PA @ Palace Theater
6/20/2024 Thursday - Hershey PA @ Hershey Theatre
6/22/2024 Saturday - Concord NH @ Capitol Center for the Arts
6/25/2024 Tuesday - Boston MA @ Shubert Theatre
6/27/2024 Thursday - Ridgefield CT @ Ridgefield Playhouse
7/21/2024 Sunday - Patchogue NY @ Great South Bay Music Festival
7/24/2024 Wednesday - Nashville TN @ Ryman Auditorium w/ The Return of Emerson, Lake & Palmer
7/27/2024 Saturday - Peachtree City GA @ Frederick Brown Jr. Amphitheatre
7/30/2024 Tuesday - Camdenton MO @ Ozarks Amphitheater w/ The Return of Emerson, Lake & Palmer
8/2/2024 Friday - Bonner Springs KS @ Azura Amphitheater w/ The Return of Emerson, Lake & Palmer
8/4/2024 Sunday - La Vista NE @ The Astro Outdoors w/ The Return of Emerson, Lake & Palmer
8/7/2024 Wednesday - Waite Park MN @ The Ledge Amphitheater w/ The Return of Emerson, Lake & Palmer
8/10/2024 Saturday - Denver CO @ Paramount
8/14/2024 Wednesday - Phoenix AZ @ Celebrity Theatre
8/16/2024 Friday - Thousand Oaks CA @ Thousand Oaks Performing Arts Center
9/11/2024 Friday - Beverly MA @ The Cabot
9/13/2024 Friday - Glenside PA @ Keswick Theatre
9/15/2024 Sunday - Glenside PA @ Keswick Theatre

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@TomBrislin Ай бұрын

Congratulations Richie and all Band Geeks past and present! It was my privilege to be a guest and play with you all. The highlight reel is epic; it’s no surprise that your dedication to the music would lead to great things. Cheers!

@jimbo029 8 күн бұрын

Excellent job on "South Side of the Sky". Love that song and you and the Geeks nailed it.

@johnamick Ай бұрын

"'I only regret that I have but one 👍 to give for this Band Geek video." - Nathan Hale, 1776

@nicholasfondriest2945 Ай бұрын

Just wanted to TY! From Queens NY, 53 yrs old, same expansive musical taste, played drums since I’m young. I have stage 4 colon cancer and finding you guys yrs back has bought joy and distraction from life that helps me. So ty! I wish you and everyone continued success. ❤

@Bumblefoot Ай бұрын

Here’s to another 10 years!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

@loudspider316 Ай бұрын

Gotta tell ya, the Band Geek streams during Covid were a sanity saver. Forever indebted, thanks man.

@jonslocum354 22 күн бұрын

I too came for the Yes music, and never left. Love the music, amazed at the skill levels, and feel like I can share the excitement of hearing music we all enjoy, being performed live. I was there in 23, gonna be there in 24, and Richie and all the musicians are great. Richie, you are an over achiever, and thank you for that. Stage design, the computer running the graphics, and yes, complimenting one of the true voices of this century that brings joy, love, and peace back to all who take the time to hear him. Keep it going Richie and all the band geeks. You are elite, but so down to earth. I'll see you soon in row 9. Be well!

@rwest8905 Ай бұрын

That Wilson Phillips video makes me laugh every time. Congrats!

@davidstikeleather788 Ай бұрын

Congratulations on 10 years!! The only positive thing that came out of COVID was our Sunday afternoons together!!

@mmacboyd 20 күн бұрын

Huge WOW!!!! ❤❤️❤️ Just found out about this awesome band! Love your wide-ranging catalog & incredible talent! Sharing with my family & friends. Keep up the fabulous work! Our world needs you! Rock on! 🌎🎶♥️

@Richardcecker Ай бұрын

You and all of the BAND GEEK members have made an indelible musical memories that I smile and enjoy everytime I replay them. Thank You to you and all of the other talented musicians for always bringing it and rocking for 10 years!

@STEVEMC02 Ай бұрын

You rock Richie! So happy for you and the band getting to tour with “the” Jon Anderson performing all the Yes classics! Keep up the good work 👏

@mikeyii 14 күн бұрын

Bravo! You all have provided me years of enjoyment with the covers! I can’t wait to see you with BOC in Ohio in late October! Again - congrats on the anniversary!

@davidbreza5573 29 күн бұрын

So, so good, just amazing performances - here's to another 10 years !!

@marceror Ай бұрын

OMG, almost spit out my tea on the Ghostbusters song! Richie as Batman arguing that who you gonna call is "Batman. You have to call Batman!" Perfection! 11:32

@allonesame6467 20 күн бұрын

Monsters in a Small Studio! Bravo!! 👏👏👏👏👏

@treasurechest1993 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the Geekfest. Came for the Yes covers, and never left.

@gobinday Ай бұрын

omg, the last 10 years of my life just flashed before my eyes ! Wow, so excited to hear the news... greatest cover band in history.

@mwdanny Ай бұрын

Damn. This is greatest cover band of all time. Where else can you hear Hall and Oats, Iron Maiden, Jellyfish, Yes, Toto and Star Wars from one band.

@frithjofkunis9637 14 күн бұрын

Awsome !!!!! What a --- (miss words) to do with such musicians. Was my dream since I started --- 50 years ago ....

@antoniocarloscortez1879 Ай бұрын

Congratulations Band Geek !!!!!! More ten years. Tanks Richie and all of the other talented musicians for always bringing it and rocking for 10 years!

@jerrydesplaines565 Ай бұрын

10 YEARS of Band Geek, CONGRATULATIONS Richie, you sure have evolved . Can't wait to see AND hear what the next DECADE has in store for all of your LOYAL FANS. Please keep doing your thing !🎉

@1spiche Ай бұрын

Happy 10th anniversary of "Band Geek" ...with best wishes from Germany 🤩🤩🤩🤘🤘🤘🎈🎉🎊🥳🥳🥳

@terribrown4178 Ай бұрын

I love the Band Geeks and have for years. Keep going Richie.

@jimriz Ай бұрын

Love this! Thanks for providing some of the best content on KZfaq.

@kennethfinnegan2978 Ай бұрын

I’m a musician. In HS I was in awe of the band YES. Who the hell in HS can actually play YES tunes in a band?! You guys are so fucking talented

@johnwitt583 Ай бұрын

YES INDEED

@goldenrod3215 Ай бұрын

FABULOUS, BAND GEEK. IM WAITING FOR MY BAND GEEK HAT. I HAVE TO SAY,,, ANN MARIE IS AWESOME. SHE IS A TRUE PROFESSIONAL SINGER. COULD YOU TELL US MORE ABOUT HER. WHAT BAND IS SHE IN? AND CANT WAIT FOR 10 MORE YEARS.

@scratchyoureyesout4263 Ай бұрын

Congratulations Richie!! ❤

@jkhalsey Ай бұрын

Your accuracy across such a wide range of musical styles is just incredible! I absolutely love your covers. Keep it up!!!

@johnalbone3372 Ай бұрын

Absolutely love Band Geek

@sgoodwinca Ай бұрын

Congrats to you and all the Band Geeks - I've been enjoying your awesome work for years! Please bring the tour to Canada!

@bluenetmarketing Ай бұрын

Richie - Thanks for your enthusiasm and efforts in bringing forward your love of the best music ever written. You are a treasure and an inspiration. It's been a fun 10 years!

@kanesanders6669 Ай бұрын

Congratulations Richie and all who have been a part of Band Geek. I found Band Geek back in 2017 due to my obsession with ‘Rosanna’. I watched that video dozens of times and have watched every video that Band Geek and Richie have done before that and ever since.

@jamiegolden7093 Ай бұрын

Just wow. I've only been following for 4 or 5 years, but damn - what a gift your productions are. I drove 5 hours to see last year's tour and I grinned like an idiot the whole time, never having thought I would get to hear legit Yes music live again. Thank you Richie and all the Band Geeks for your talent and unwavering dedication to so much amazing music. See you in Concord, NH and maybe a few other places!!

@robertohofmann6939 Ай бұрын

Congratulations! Well deserved.

@williamj3843 Ай бұрын

Thank you for 10 years of amazing entertainment.

@ericdietrich9848 Ай бұрын

Ritchie and all you Band Geeks - thank you so much for all the joy and love of music you’ve shared over these 10 years! You all inspire so many ! Congratulations on a momentous accomplishment! You’ve always been a “go to” on KZfaq and you all always will be! Rock and roll on!!! Love you guys!

@robscalise Ай бұрын

Hey Richie! Congrats on the 10 year anniversary. Tammy and I discovered you guys on KZfaq in early 2016 after I had saw your solo Queen song and resulted in a marathon weekend of watching every previous show/video and everything after when it was posted. As a elder musician to say I was entertained and impressed is an understatement. But I have to acknowledge the valued service you performed during the lockdown when you used this tech to bring all of us fans together as a family for your weekend shows and session videos. Tam and I still miss those shows but are so proud of you and the band geeks now working with a YES legend and becoming a part of the legends you celebrated. Thanks so much man! we love you guys! All hail hail Staten Island!

@joannseely9135 29 күн бұрын

Congratulations! Thanks for sharing your talents with us!! Lots of amazing content! You guys rock!

@celticlion8357 Ай бұрын

I know that all of this has taken a TON of work, but you guys are outstanding!!! Been listening for quite a while, keep going, keep rockin'!!!! Thank You for helping to make this world a little less whacky!!!

@CaptainBakerJason Ай бұрын

Definitely this 10 years has blown by, Richie. Congratulations to everyone for creating so many amazing discussions, laughter and wonderful music over the years! 🎉 Nothing is quite like Band Geek … still … and when Life sends a knuckleball, it helps to revisit episodes for an instant attitude adjustment, for which I’m grateful dude. Here’s to a great ‘24 touring with the legendary Jon Anderson! ❤

@captainsouth4460 21 күн бұрын

Congrats!! Was at the Hammondsport show, and have seen you with BOC! Thanks for the Band Geeks music, been watching for years!!

@davidsaganey641 Ай бұрын

Wow, just incredible, I've been a fan and supporter of the Band Geeks for a while now and I'm still blown away by the amazing talent, the genre's, the songs, the musicians... Special thank you to Richie for helping us get through the covid lockdown. It gave us something to look forward to each week and get through it all. ..and thank you to all the Band Geeks and contributors. It's been a blast!🤘✌️❤️

@richardfrenette6648 Ай бұрын

Been following you for around 5 years, so happy for everything that is happening to you Band Geek, you deserve all of it! Thanks for your dedication, your humour, your « down to the earth » attitude, the quality of your music, and many more ten years! ❤🤘🎶

@richardfrenette6648 Ай бұрын

… and come touring to Canada / Montreal! ☺️

@thelonegroover Ай бұрын

Richie, I just checked my YT "history" and I probably subbed to the Band Geek channel a few months after you first broadcast. Can I say that it has remained a favourite of mine to this day, and it has pleased me immensely that you all are getting to live the dream and play and record with Jon Anderson. I look forward to adding "True" to my Yes (and Band Geek) collection. Many thanks and god bless you all. John, from Bonnie Scotland.

@mic03chael Ай бұрын

An amazing collection of hugely talented multi-instrumentalists AND vocalists on show here. I have watched most since about 2017. This video retrospective was marvellous to watch, reminding me of all the songs you've done. Also being a long term YES fan, it's fantastic that Jon Anderson has recognised how good you all are and now collaborating. Keep it all going! It's much appreciated.

@yetivanmarshall1473 22 күн бұрын

I'm so glad all this geekiness brought us yes music played like we remember it.

@CraigAWhelanJr Ай бұрын

Congratulations on 10 years of Band Geek and all that's evolved from it, Ritchie. You're an amazing and hard working musician. Love you in BOC and your podcasts. Cheers to another 10 and many more!!

@PHDWhom 28 күн бұрын

From where you started, to the new Jon and Band Geeks album, y’all just continue to impress with your love of music. I fucking dig it!

@octatonicgardenmarcospi4978 Ай бұрын

Just want to say how much joy i found watching you play and sing so well.

@swingwing671 Ай бұрын

For the record, I have always thought that the Chipmunk's Christmas song was fantastic! I thoroughly enjoyed the way you showed us how it was put together! Thanks for 10 years and looking forward to many many more!!!

@christopherhudson3551 Ай бұрын

I stumbled onto one of your covers of Yes a couple of years ago and was blown away … I saw a level of musicianship I hadn’t seen in a while … I sent the video to a band mate, good friend, and Yes devote extraordinaire, and he concurred … you guys are the real deal. Congratulations on all your success … you deserve it!

@larryeber Ай бұрын

Here is to the next 10 years of Band Geek!

@BRSReviews Ай бұрын

Thanks Richie, You guys are amazing! It's been a privilege to watch you guys on youtube. I appreciate you all for sharing your incredible talent on here for us to watch. Congrats! 🎸🔥 Love the Michael McDonald at McDonalds bit 😄

@SteveSterlacci Ай бұрын

Honored to be a small part of this amazing project!

@azdh85224 Ай бұрын

Great job Richie. Can’t believe how talented that you and all of your crew is. So much fun to watch that. Congrats on all of your success. 👍🏻🎸

@christianbechard5664 Ай бұрын

Congrats Richie on the 10th anniversary of a very successful channel. I have spent many happy hours watching and enjoying your videos, and it has been great to see your evolution through it all. I was particularly impressed when you attracted Jon Anderson and got to do a tour with him! Band Geek is one of my favorites. Best regards and keep it up!

@erikjohnson2976 Ай бұрын

Congrats, Richie! You and the rest of the Band Geek crew are some of the most incredibly talented musicians operating as a crew today. Incredibly insightful, virtuousic performances. I've learned quite a bit along the way and have enjoyed every angle of what you and the crew do. Thank you.

@ZoneTelevision Ай бұрын

These guys probably have the best mixing and tone of any cover band I've ever heard. Congrats Band Geeks.

@crvgt Ай бұрын

Congrats Richie. It's been a great ride. I don't think you showed any clips of your solo shows during the pandemic but I have to say those shows were so enjoyable while I was going stir crazy during lockdown. Thanks so much for doing them. Look forward to the Jon Anderson shows!

@tridium-go6hw Ай бұрын

What a great flashback! Been watching for years. Haven't seen much of Jarrett lately, hope he's still around around and doing well!

@barryhaynes103 Ай бұрын

Hard to believe it’s been 10 yrs … I’ve watched most of the videos and grateful to have found this channel … the live steams, the BOC tours, the content … the pandemic years … it’s all been a great ride … thanks for sharing and all others to participate 😎 … btw … where has Jarred gone to?

@vinamerosa1923 Ай бұрын

You've been Rocking me out for a long time Richie ! BOC and then Band Geeks ! ... Always awesome , Thanks so much for what you do brother ! ❤🎸 Oh and " 24 or 6 to KAZOO " Most fun Band Geek tune ever !

@miguelon75 Ай бұрын

I have been a fan of this band for some years now; greetings to all the band from Sonora, Mexico, and congratulations on your first tenth anniversary!

@rosemarywessel1294 14 күн бұрын

Love the snippets of all the different songs - you guys are SO good.

@rararnanan7244 Ай бұрын

Listening to all these songs chained, two things really stood out: 1. The sound quality and musicianship are amzing. 90% of these recordings could go on singles releases - and they are live performace all-at-once recordings! 2. Ann Marie has an increadible voice. Not only she can sing anything and everything, even when she sings backing vocals her voice fits perfectly into any song, including those that originally did not have a female voice in them. Two thumbs up 👍👍

@armandofente8774 Ай бұрын

congrats Richie and all the Band Geeks. You guys have given so much pleasure to so many. You deserve every bit of good fortune that comes your way!

@juancarlossosahaeussler8936 Ай бұрын

Great idea, great musicians, great attitude!!!! Congrats on 10 years of band geeking!!!!!!

@dominiczito7567 Ай бұрын

WOW! Amazing stuff! I didn't realize how many episodes I have actually seen. Some great memories of watching those videos! So many talented people have passed through those studios. I have to say that Ann Marie's voice is incredible! Oh and her sister too! Thanks for putting this 10 year retrospective together Richie! Looking forward to the Jon Anderson Band Geeks tour, see you in Phoenix in August!

@ireneimboden9566 Ай бұрын

I very much miss our Sunday concerts. This recap definitely makes me want to go watch them all.

@TheReaperMan275 Ай бұрын

Ten _TRUE_ summers long! Congrats to you guys! I'm in awe of your amazing talent. Good luck with the tour and I'm really looking forward to the album. I think it will be more of a "REAL" Yes album, than what Steve Howe's group has done in recent years. I can't wait.

@tonyleeglenn Ай бұрын

This is epic. Now I need to go back and watch all the backlog. You all are outstanding!!!

@bullcrapptv Ай бұрын

Those videos are some of the greatest stuff on youtube. Now, if we could just figure out how to clone Anne-Marie and her sister. Two of the most beautiful, cool, funny, and crazy talented women on the internet. The world needs more of them.

@bigalexx Ай бұрын

Found you guys accidentally many years ago while looking for Close to the Edge. I pressed play on that video thinking "who in their right mind would even attempt a cover of that epic song?". My mind was blown by your version and thus began a connection which still goes on today. Just love all your content on here. I'm in awe of your talent and versatility making great music come to life again. And doing it all with such enthusiasm and fun. Thanks for the 10 years gone and hoping for many more to come... P.S surely a European tour might be a possibility huh??

@pauldalby8549 Ай бұрын

Brilliant….thanks guys….particularly linking up with Jon… just the best 🎉❤

@octatonicgardenmarcospi4978 Ай бұрын

You guys made my life better. Thank you!

@JerryTheVeganRockstar Ай бұрын

Congratulations! Every episode obviously has so much effort and planning. I’ve been with you since 2016. By the way, I originally came to you for Line 6 Helix instructional videos 🤣

@BradleyLivestreams Ай бұрын

I'm a guitar player but can we all just agree that the bass tones on "Holy Diver" at 11:03 and "Detroit Rock City" at 14:25 are just, yeah, great?! :P The groove / vibe at 15:24 with that line-up is sick?! And her voice?! One of the best in the business! Holy #$% these are fantastic performances!

@Hettepop Ай бұрын

My son got me into you guys when he stumbled on your cover of “More Than A Feeling “ (Boston) since he knew I love a good cover song and this is one of my favorites. I went down the rabbit hole and never left! Thanks for the fun videos and the excellent music!

@jimplumb4865 Ай бұрын

So happy for you guys and your "dream-come-true" moment with Jon Anderson! Loved the clip with what was basically BOC covering Ride Like the Wind. Just great stuff.

@jptaylor Ай бұрын

So much talent - you guys and gal are some of the best musicians I’ve heard. Better than most “famous” ones…Congrats on such fabulous work!

@cheaneysaddles Ай бұрын

Super Cool Update! Awesome content right here Reelin' In The Years

@LXferg Ай бұрын

Great stuff !!.....big Band geeks fan here, loved hearing some Jellyfish and Jason Falkner hadn't heard that before. I have shown your vids to many folks who were blown away, but this collection made me more aware of the Band Geek humour Spinal Tap etc. As a huge Yes fan keep doing what you do 🙂

@andrewbonica Ай бұрын

YES!!!! You're gonna be in Thousand Oaks!!! If you get some time, feel free to stop by the house, I'm just a few minutes down the street!!! 🤘🥳 Miss ya, brotha!!!

@svt4001 Ай бұрын

What an amazing retrospective! I got goose bumps SO MANY TIMES!!! Here's to ten more years!!! =)

@galelongputt Ай бұрын

Thank you, Richie, for all of the hard work and inspiration over the years! And to all who participated with you. It has been a blast! I will be looking forward to more. You really are the best! Love you 😍

@berniecosta348 Ай бұрын

Thanks for bringing us along on your journey. I believe you guys are on your next level of musicianship and creativity. You deserve wonderous things life has to offer because it's evident how hard you guys work on your craft. All the best Richie and friends.

@jimbo029 8 күн бұрын

Excellent video. I've been following Band Geeks for years but much of this is new to me. Saw you in Concord NH June 22 and will see you in Beverly Sept.11. Great show in Concord.

@joemusicman64 4 күн бұрын

I've enjoyed all your content Richie. The Jon Anderson collaboration is awesome.

@courtneyrogers7683 Ай бұрын

Richie, most excellent recap. The only thing I don't like about your Yes tour is the dearth of BÖC shows! Cheers to you and the rest of the Geeks. Amazing

@eddiecriglington400 Ай бұрын

Wow! Absolutely amazing clips and what a story. Congratulations Richie and all the Band Geeks. I only found you during COVID times, but so glad I did. I first discovered you thanks to your ‘YES’ covers and being a massive Jon Anderson and YES fan for 53 years now, I was blown away and hooked on you immediately. What a talented Group of Wonderful Musicians you all are. And what voice Anne Marie has, sensational. There are so many songs on your highlights here, that Ive never seen, so I must go and find them all. I’m going to look back through your Channels, for sure. Looking forward so very much, to your new Album with Jon Anderson. Good luck on your upcoming US Tour. There’s one more thing we are desperately hoping for, that yourselves and Jon can do a UK Tour too. Please. Thank you for the Music. 🎶❤️🎶

@chrisbacon4283 Ай бұрын

10 years already. Wow😂.😂. 😂 Love you guys and gals. Looking forward to seeing you and Jon on beautiful Keuka Lake!!

@RexJupiter Ай бұрын

Watching this video was sheer joy. Looking forward to the album with Mr. Anderson!

@ProgCog Ай бұрын

Thank you Richie. Loved reliving these videos. Got tickets for Jon Anderson show in Denver. Looking forward to it.

@paulanderson6511 Ай бұрын

Your cover of Jet City Woman brought me in, and your fun and brilliance keep me coming back! Keep it going, you guys are awesome!

@markstephenlevy Ай бұрын

Incredible! You guys are so good. I caught up to about 6 years ago when stumbled on Close to the Edge. Being a student of YES, I was blown away. Ann Marie is amazing, congrats and see you August 10 in Denver and cannot wait!

@antonjohnsson679 Ай бұрын

Been an amazing journey so far! My love for bands like Jellyfish, Queen, Supertramp and Yes brought me to you in the first place, and I've stayed a viewer since. You all are amazing. Looking forward for what's to come!

@tadfry6970 Ай бұрын

Congratulations all - ten incredible years and such consummate musicians!! I had the pleasure of seeing you in St. Louis with Jon Anderson @ The Factory - I’m still smiling from that show. I’ve been a diehard Yes fan since 1972 and said NO one could replace and/or replicate that band… well… 😊🙌🏻 great work to all of you! Hope to see you again soon.

@EricWild Ай бұрын

Thanks for posting - so much fun to watch. I can't believe I have watched this journey from both sides. I've watched Jon Anderson videos, sharing his music with all sorts of musicians, and Band Geeks playing Yes music. It blows my mind they both came together. I will be seeing you in GA in July, and we'll be outside so you may want to rethink playing in GA in the summer, but we'll be looking forward to it.

@ricky4001cs Ай бұрын

You MUST visit the Pacific Northwest!

@rickbullock4331 Ай бұрын

Fantastic bunch of really talented people in those videos. The vocals and instrumentations are unreal. I hope to see more,you’re a great group to watch and listen to.👍👍🇨🇦