I took my dad to go see the two iconic figures of the early 70's for his combined Father's day and Birthday present. Best choice I ever could have made. I think I won daughter of the year for this little stunt.
Peter Frampton's set lasted an hour and a half, during which I enjoyed the music but couldn't shake the feeling I was in a particularly jazzy elevator. The guy knows how to play, that's for sure, but it was more about promoting his newest album and his efforts in the gulf than enjoying the experience. Musicians. *shakes head* Can't win them all. On the plus side, his new album is coming out on vinyl!
When Yes came on, the show really began. The light show, the musicians themselves, the crowd, it was a whole 'nother experience.
Steve Howe, an amazing guitarist, had the chance to perform solos from his new album, which I highly recommend. Trippy, intricate, and deliciously dulcet. Information regarding his work can be found here.
Sadly, Jon Anderson wasn't performing this round. The 40th Anniversary tour had been canceled when Jon got sick, and word on the street is that he won't be performing for much longer. When a man of Jon's talent, with 42 years of tours under his belt, decides to take a rest, it's a much deserved retirement. We'll miss him, but Benoit David is not a bad replacement.
The band played classics from 1972, newer songs, crowd favorites, the obligatory "Owner of a Lonely Heart" featured on the game Singstar, and my ultimate favorite came as an encore: Starship Trooper.
Yes- And You and I can be found here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7fi-sUOM8io&feature=related
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