That's some pretty strong language to put on yourself buddy..lol
For myself, I've always enjoyed Geoff's keyboard playing, especially with Asia, his solo work as well as Drama and Fly From Here.
I'm also a fan of Billy Sherwood, love his stuff with World Trade, Chris Squire and of course Circa.
Steve Howe, what can you say? love his guitar playing, he's always had his own style and he's a master at what he does.
Jon D has improved greatly, both in his vocals and his stage presence. I would love to hear what he eventually does when he does his own material, with his own band. I'll listen to him and think, ok that sounds a bit like Yes, and then later put on a classic Yes album with Jon Anderson and the difference is night and day. Jon has a tone that can be emulated but not fully achieved. He has a range and fullness to his voice that Jon D just doesn't have.
Of course this is only one man's ears and you may hear it differently. I only add this as to why I've come to the end of this version of Yes and will spend my time listening to the Jon Anderson version.
No right or wrong in opinions here, just what each of us prefer.
Based on what I've heard from the most recent live release however, I'm disappointed and can't help but feel what's happening with Yes is for the retirement fund..
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*please note the wink emoticon...
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