Paul:

Thanks for posting this! Paula and I had a big laugh especially when the reviewer referred to Sherman "George Jefferson" Hemsley as the leader of the black soul brothers! :)

But seriously, YES does span far reaching demographics among their fan base. For me, going to see YES is like going to church --- as it is a very deep experience for myself and my wife.

On the upcoming leg of their North American tour, YESWORLD is sponsoring a PLATINUM fan package. For $375.00 each (includes ticket price) Paula and I will get front row seats, VIP laminate passes, backstage meet and greet, our photo taken with the band by a professional photographer, autographed keepsake, AND the band members will sign ONE item in addition to the above.

http://www.fanfire.com/yes/faq.html

What I am going to do is get one of those HUGE Roger Dean prints and have the band sign that. The ARCHES print is the one I am gonna get for this purpose:

http://www.rogerdean.com/printgallery/arches.htm

The upcoming leg of this North America tour will come to my area sometime during the first two weeks in September.

http://www.yesworld.com/ywnews.html#Tour_Updates

You know Paul --- YES has a special place in my heart. As the guys are now getting on in age (Jon will be 60 soon!), I think that it is a wise idea to see them at every opportunity from here on out.

The excellent news is that they will finish their career as YES with what is considered the CLASSIC YES line-up:

01) Jon Anderson - Vocals

02) Steve Howe - Guitars, Vocals

03) Chris Squire - Bass, Vocals

04) Rick Wakeman - Keyboards, Vocals

05) Alan White - Drums and Percussion

YES! YES! YES! A wonderful time is always had by all who attend!

KDB = Buffalo, NY USA