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Yes - House of Yes: Live from House of Blues

Jon Anderson , Steve Howe    NR (Not Rated)   DVD
4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (68 customer reviews)
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Too often dismissed as dinosaurs of the progressive-rock movement of the 1970s, Yes aimed to revive their former glory with their 1999 album, The Ladder. Veteran producer Bruce Fairbairn specifically urged the band to return to the sound that made it famous--poetic lyrics, thickly layered fusion of guitar, bass, keyboards, and sophisticated melodic structures. Whether Yes achieved its goal is subject to debate, but die-hard Yes-philes will surely agree this is the finest video presentation of this enduring band and its music. The Dolby Digital 5.1-channel audio is exquisitely distinct, showcasing the seasoned musicianship of guitarist Steve Howe, bassist Chris Squire, drummer Alan White, and next generation Yes members Igor Khoroshev (replacing Rick Wakeman on keyboards) and Billy Sherwood (who later left the band) on guitar.

After 30 years as Yes frontman and vocalist, Jon Anderson leads in fine form. His mellow enthusiasm is genuine, and this 15-song set (recorded at the Las Vegas House of Blues club) catches the band on a very good night. Squire is a playful match to Howe's reliable precision, and the best of the new songs (particularly "Homeworld" [The Ladder]) are almost as good as the classics. And while the Bob Marley tribute song "The Messenger" is best forgotten, few could deny that Yes has indeed retained its vitality after all these years. In addition to interviews with all the band members (except White), impressive extra features on the DVD include a Dolby 5.1 version of the "Homeworld" album track, accompanied by computer-animated excerpts from the "Homeworld" CD-ROM game, and an HTML version of the Yesworld Web site. A conspicuous effort to attract a new generation of cyber-savvy fans? Perhaps, but if this terrific DVD is any indication, Yes needn't worry about passing into obscurity. --Jeff Shannon


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4.0 out of 5 stars High Quality Show, fun performance, great choice April 18 2011
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This video is a great show. The performance, as typical for Yes is absolutely professional. The video quality very high as well as the audio. I also have the CD which I listen to in the car. This video marks the first of a number of outstanding quality videos Yes has offered. Prior to this (1999) many of their releases had either bad editing, grainy, unclear video, dark environments and sometimes audio/video sync problems. But not with this one, the product is crisp and sharp.

The collection of songs is good, taking from many periods. The band is certainly enjoying the environment, having done a number of shows throughout the US at various House of Blues venues, and obviously were well rehearsed by the time they filmed this show. What also makes the show good is that the setting is not a stadium, and therefore is able to be more personal and intimate. All the best shows by super talented musicians are at smaller venues, instead of in front of massive arenas or stadiums.

I only gave it four stars, because if you want the best Video available from Yes, go with their "Yes Symphonic" recorded in Amsterdam with an Orchestra. Absolutely incredible show!!

I also have "Tsongas" and "Montreux", both excellent shows as well. So having said that, even though you may see across these videos, some of the songs may be repeated, it doesn't matter. the playing is so good, and even their solos and some of the song structure varies, therefore keeping the songs interesting from one DVD to another. I recommend any of the DVDs by Yes which I have listed. You can't go wrong with this disc or the others I reference, they are one of the most talented bands - as technical players, creative writers, and live performers.
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in the first few times, played well, then, can't be played anymore; write to manufacturer, no response. so disappointing to a "Yes" fan who own almost of all their dvds and cds.
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3.0 out of 5 stars psssss July 1 2004
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Yo he sido un gran fan de Yes hasta que escuché Tormato por primera vez, aunque no existiera ningún concierto completo de la banda grabado...hasta ahora. "The House of Yes" está perfectamente grabajo, tanto en terminos de claridad, mezcla de audio, brillo y presentación visual. Esta es tambien la única grabación oficial de Yes que incluye la formación de finales de los 90 formada por 6 músicos. con el guitarrista/vocalista Billy Sherwood, el cual sobra totalmente, mostrandose solamente en los nuevos temas que son bastante horribles, especialmente Lightening Striques. El nuevo teclista de la banda Igor Khoroshev pasa totalmente desapercibido. La lista de canciones es una inconsistente mezcla de los temas de siempre con una serie de blandenguerías más actuales, acompañado de los temas más rokeros que sepultaron el prestigio de Yes durante los 80 (Owner of a Lonely Heart, Cinema)
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1.0 out of 5 stars DEFECTIVE DISK
I too am one of the unfortunates who can no longer play this disk in any of my DVD players. I've tried it in both of my stand-alone players, as well as the DVD trays in my desktop... Read more
Published on Jun 19 2004 by "dgnovelty"
2.0 out of 5 stars xincer
IF your a Yes fan you will like this, but if you are just a fan of music with open tastes, this does not offer very much.
Published on Feb 12 2004 by C. Nix
4.0 out of 5 stars jacob Smith
Hey this is a pretty groovy DVD. But I would suggest if you want it, go getting it at Half.com for about 10-17 bucks rather thay 77!!. Sorry Amazon, buy that is a ridiculous price.
Published on Jan 21 2004 by "yodes224"
5.0 out of 5 stars Great DVD!! Goes Bad After Viewing
I saw this tour in Ft. Lauderdale at the now defunct Sunrise Musical Theatre and despite the fact that Wakeman wasn't there, it was one of my favorite Yes shows. Read more
Published on Jan 9 2004 by Emile Pinsonneault
3.0 out of 5 stars Il manque Wakeman!
Oui il manque Wakeman que j'aimerais tant voir performer sur la technologie d'aujourd'hui (DVD). Le claviriste Igor,ne peux remplacer Wakeman, alors pour moi c'est le point noir du... Read more
Published on Jan 3 2004 by Gilles C.
5.0 out of 5 stars Disc went bad after three plays
Sadly, my disc wouldn't play after about three plays. Media Play won't take back opened media and I'm out $22.00. What I did see and hear was fantastic.
Published on Dec 21 2003 by Greg G.
1.0 out of 5 stars Disc Gone Bad
I've had the same problem with the DVD going bad. This is extremely dissappointing as this is one of my favorite concert videos. Read more
Published on Nov 20 2003 by Keith D Zellers
4.0 out of 5 stars Defective unplayable dvd disc
It seems that the dvd ..Yes's house of blues has been going bad. Unplayable in peoples DVD players after about 2 years of being manufactured. Read more
Published on Nov 19 2003 by The Dave
1.0 out of 5 stars Disk Unrecognizable after 18 months
I have experienced the same problems with this disk as others who have written.... I purchased about 2 years ago... it played fine the two times I watched it... Read more
Published on Oct 19 2003 by Greg A. Beltran
4.0 out of 5 stars GREAT BAND, GREAT CONCERT
I'VE ALWAYS BEEN A YES FAN, AND THIS CONCERT DOES NOT DISSAPOINT. THE SOUND IS GREAT. JOHN ANDERSON VOICE JUST GETS BETTER. Read more
Published on Aug 4 2003
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