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Geoffrey Downes (born 25 August 1952) is an English keyboardist who gained fame as a member of the new wave group the Buggles with Trevor Horn, the progressive rock band Yes, and the supergroup Asia. Born in Stockport, Downes moved to London to pursue a music career.
Wetton Downes’ iCon Trilogy of Studio Albums Re-Released with Bonus Tracks. The John Wetton Estate and Geoffrey Downes are pleased to announce the re-release of the iCon Trilogy of albums, now remastered with bonus tracks in six panel digipacks.
Geoff Downes is beyond doubt one of the foremost keyboard players of rock. His textures have always pushed boundaries, with signature synth sounds. Geoff’s Hammond playing is also world renowned.
According to Geoff Downes; "The whole idea of the Buggles was the use of technology in an art form. Hence, we tried to use synthesizers, studio gadgets, etc. to create these fake effects to parallel conventional music.
Oct 17, 2008 · Geoff Downes, co-author of the classic 'Video Killed The Radio Star', gives a brief history and performance notes . Filmed at Castle Studios by John Tribe.
Jul 12, 2023 · Besides Howe, the longest-serving member of the current Yes lineup is keyboardist Geoff Downes, who initially joined in 1980. When Yes temporarily broke up a year later, he formed Asia with Howe, along with former King Crimson /U.K. bassist-vocalist John Wetton and ex- ELP drummer Carl Palmer.
Mar 21, 2021 · Today, I’ve got Geoff Downes with us for an interview. We chat about Geoff’s early love for keyboard-driven music, his new record, his time with The Buggles, Asia and Yes, his passion for soccer, and more.
Sep 30, 2021 · As an early exponent of the 1980s’ new synthesizer tech, Geoff Downes first came to prominence alongside future super-producer Trevor Horn as part of new-wave duo The Buggles. But his early influences, remarkable keyboard skills and classical training soon conspired to make him the ‘go-to’ keyboard maestro for some of rock’s hardest ...
2018 – Yes: Fly From Here – Return Trip. Fly From Here – Overture. Fly From Here Pt 1 – We Can Fly. Fly From Here Pt 2 – Sad Night At The Airfield. Fly From Here Pt 3 – Madman At The Screens. Fly From Here Pt 4 – Bumpy Ride. Fly From Here Pt 5 – We Can Fly (Reprise) The Man You Always Wanted Me To Be. Life On A Film Set.
May 16, 2023 · Prog pioneers YES have had their share of lineup changes throughout their 54-year history, not the least of which are their keyboardists. Geoff Downes came through that revolving door in 1979, resulting in the controversial but impressive album “Drama.”.
