Founding member and innovative bass player with the classic rock group Yes, Chris Squire is a major force in the band's revolutionary sound. His unique approach to the bass in an integral part of the recognition that Yes receives as one of the most influential groups on rock music history. The band Yes was formed in the late 1960s, and Chris is the only original band member that still performs with the band today. In this in-depth interview with Chris Squire, taped in 1990, Chris reveals some of his earliest aspirations in music to his prolific contributions as the bass player with Yes. Chris demonstrates his unique style in songs performed on the 90125 World Tour, after the release of Yes' double-platinum album "Owner of a Lonely Heart." Live performances include "Changes," where he plays a potent 8-string bass; plus "I've Seen All Good People," "'Round About," "I'm Running," and "Cinema." Chris gives us a close look at the styles and technique he uses with a unique collection of basses. With a rebellious and visionary style, Chris says, "It's down to must attacking things, really." So step into the world of Chris Squire, with fascinating musical history, bass riffs, and riveting live concert footage.
M**.
The Bass God
Squire is my favorite bass player so I enjoyed listening to him explain his techniques, tell the history of his basses', playing several, and just his discussion of bass playing and music in general. However this is not a lesson on how to play bass guitar. He does give a few tips. Overall I'm glad I got this.
T**H
Enjoyable informative DVD
The man has departed this earth, so this DVD is very valuable. Many interesting tips are buried within, eg when playing a 5-string, Chris has the lowest string tuned to A, not B. This actually works very well in practice. I bought the new Ric 4003S/5 5 string bass: great new design, so I was very keen to learn Chris' techniques. I am still learning a lot from this DVD.
L**O
Chris talks about his playing style... shares ...
Chris talks about his playing style...shares a few secrets of how he gets certain sounds......but doesn't go into his effects or amps. He shows his various basses and talks alittle about each. Much of what he says is all general knowledge to Yes fans...and is available on the websie.I wish he would have showed his gear and how he uses it all......Especially the effects.....His own website shows his gear....but there is no futher explanation of how he uses it and why he chose certain items.For the Yes fan......this is a treat
F**G
AWESOME
FANTASTIC WE NEED A GEDDY INSTRUCTIONAL DVD!!!
D**S
Great product.
THank you. Great product.