Thursday 8 November 2012

LINK: Jon Anderson (Lead Singer of Yes) Interview


Jon Anderson courtesy of Prog Sphere
Jon Anderson courtesy of Prog Sphere
With a singing career that started in 1962 with brother Tony, in a band called the Warriors, to 35 years of playing with one of the most influential bands in Progressive Music, Yes; Jon Anderson has inspired us for five decades.  He has authored so many songs in his career that it’d be a daunting task to count.  Especially when considering his many collaborations with artists such as Vangelis, King Crimson, Mike Oldfield, Gowan, the Contemporary Youth Orchestra of Cleveland, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Glass Hammer, Toto, Bela Fleck and the Flecktones (to name some), his movie songs found in Metropolis, St. Elmo’s Fire, Scream for HelpLegend, Biggles: Adventures in Time and numerous solo albums.  His music is inspirational, motivational and dynamic and his alto-tenor voice combined with his native Lancastrian accent make him perhaps the most unique and recognizable vocalist of modern music.  Audioholics had the great privilege of interviewing Mr. Anderson to discuss more than just his music, but also his artwork, equipment of choice and musical influences. 
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