Top 10 Members of Yes

The Top Ten

  1. Jon Anderson

    John Roy Anderson, known professionally as Jon Anderson, is an English singer, songwriter, and musician. He is best known as the former lead singer of the progressive rock band Yes. Anderson co-founded Yes in 1968 along with bassist Chris Squire, helping to shape the band's distinctive sound and influence... read more

    He's a wonderful singer and also a nice guy. I met him last year in June, and he was very kind to me.

    There's just something about his voice that screams Yes.

  2. Chris Squire

    Christopher Russell Edward Squire (1948-2015) was an English musician, singer, and songwriter best known as the bassist and sole continuous founding member of the progressive rock band Yes. His distinctive, trebly bass tone and melodic style influenced generations of bassists. Squire recorded 21 studio... read more

    He changed my perspective on the bass guitar forever. Now, I don't play bass, but he is an inspiration to me.

    He was the only member to have appeared on every album. May he rest in peace.

    He was the only member to appear on every album. May he rest in peace.

  3. Steve Howe

    Stephen James Howe, known as Steve Howe, is an English musician and songwriter. He gained fame as the guitarist for the progressive rock group Yes. Throughout his career, he has been praised for his technical skill, creativity, and versatility.

  4. Rick Wakeman

    Richard Christopher "Rick" Wakeman is an English keyboardist, songwriter, television and radio presenter, and author. He is best known for being a member of the progressive rock band Yes across five tenures between 1971 and 2004. Wakeman has also had a successful solo career and is known for his virtuoso... read more

    Keith Emerson might be the king, but Rick is the undisputed leader in terms of longevity. He's still tickling those keys! What an awesome tribute to Keith that he performed as well.

    A real-life wizard, I kid you not. His keyboards are ear candy.

  5. Bill Bruford

    William Scott "Bill" Bruford is an English retired drummer, percussionist, composer, producer, and record label owner. He gained prominence as a founding member and the original drummer of the progressive rock band Yes and later played with King Crimson and Genesis. Bruford is also known for founding... read more

  6. Alan White

  7. Trevor Rabin

    He saved Yes. 90125, Big Generator, and Talk are the holy trinity of post-'70s Yes, and I doubt anybody else would have been capable of reviving Yes and adapting them into the '80s and beyond.

  8. Peter Banks

  9. Geoff Downes

  10. Tony Kaye

    11. The Newcomers
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    Patrick Moraz

  12. ?

    Trevor Horn

    13. The Contenders

  13. Billy Sherwood

    He's been doing a commendable job keeping Yes active and relevant. No wonder Chris picked him personally as his successor after his death.

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