One of the best bass players ever. I have had the pleasure of seeing Yes live several times and Squire's musicianship and song writing ability laid the foundation for very complex works. It takes real skill for a bass player to perform as the lead instrument in long solos that maintain the audience's interest- particularly when surrounded by other talented band mates like Anderson, White, Wakeman,and Howe. John Entwistle did it with the Who and Chris Squire certainly made his mark in the rock and roll genre. Most of all, I think that I will miss Squire's originality proving that rock can be more than just three cords. I guess I will order the new "progeny' disc from their 1972 tour.
Chris Squire, Rest in Peace
I just learned that we have lost yet another Rock icon. As the only member of YES that played on each release plus some solo works, he will be missed. At age 67 he lost his battle with Leukemia yesterday. As a YES fan, it is sad that any future releases will be void of the innovative bass rifts and signature work of this musician.
Rest in Peace, Chris. You leave behind many fans that now are Owners of Lonely Hearts...
Rest in Peace, Chris. You leave behind many fans that now are Owners of Lonely Hearts...