Coming later this year is the (more) affordable paperback version of Jon Kirkman's Time and a Word book, containing interviews with nearly every member - past and present - of Yes, as well as many Yes associates, lavishly illustrated. The new title is Yes Dialogue and you can sign up to be notified of pre-orders/publication via this site:
http://stereo33books.com/yes-dialogues/
The format is somewhat reminiscent of Tim Morse's Yesstories (1996), as that was also a book constructed of interview segments.
Jon has uploaded various interview excerpts to his Soundcloud account and here are three from his interview with Trevor.
https://soundcloud.com/jon-kirkman/trevor-live-album
https://soundcloud.com/jon-kirkman/trevor-rabin-asia
https://soundcloud.com/jon-kirkman/trevor-rabin-unionmp3
Wednesday, July 29, 2015
Tuesday, July 28, 2015
Media Watch: five questions
An ongoing series wherein I comment on Trevor's recent publicity.
In anticipation of the 12 Monkeys score album release, a new interview was posted on the Varese Sarabande official site.
https://www.varesesarabande.com/blogs/news/43795461-5-questions-with-trevor-rabin
It's brief but I would like to point out that two of the answers are pulled directly from the press release for the album, so it appears that it's more of a canned publicity piece than a genuine exchange.
In anticipation of the 12 Monkeys score album release, a new interview was posted on the Varese Sarabande official site.
https://www.varesesarabande.com/blogs/news/43795461-5-questions-with-trevor-rabin
It's brief but I would like to point out that two of the answers are pulled directly from the press release for the album, so it appears that it's more of a canned publicity piece than a genuine exchange.
Thursday, July 23, 2015
update on new solo album (of sorts)
In response to a fan query on his Facebook page, today Trevor commented regarding the progress on his upcoming rock vocal album (sic):
Admittedly I was a bit worried that the project had been back-burnered for the rest of the year because of existing scoring commitments, so I'm happy to read that is not the case, although work is work in Trevor's world and it's all great music; but this is a project which is so eagerly awaited by all of us Rabid Rabinites that we can't help but be anxious and delirious in equal measure.
"I'm frustrated and excited at the same time. The record is on hold as I have to conclude some film projects. It's going really well and I can't wait to get back to it. I'm behind but will have it done before the end of the year. I won't let it until i'm totally happy."
Admittedly I was a bit worried that the project had been back-burnered for the rest of the year because of existing scoring commitments, so I'm happy to read that is not the case, although work is work in Trevor's world and it's all great music; but this is a project which is so eagerly awaited by all of us Rabid Rabinites that we can't help but be anxious and delirious in equal measure.
Tuesday, July 21, 2015
highly recommended
As we know, Trevor now has a relationship with Washburn Guitars and today on social media he recommended another of their line:
Trevor compared it with the Gibsons in his collection, such as his Barney Kessel model which he used on Jacaranda, providing a great jazz mood on several tracks (or "that" kind of thing, as he puts it).
The J7 is a single cutaway jazz guitar in a similar style as the Gibsons and you can learn more about it here:
http://www.washburn.com/products/electric/J7VNK.html
I recently got from Washburn the Washburn J-7. As crazy as it sounds, it is already my preference to the Gibson 400. For anyone with a passion for the 400,...do yourselves a favour and check the Washburn first.
Trevor compared it with the Gibsons in his collection, such as his Barney Kessel model which he used on Jacaranda, providing a great jazz mood on several tracks (or "that" kind of thing, as he puts it).
The J7 is a single cutaway jazz guitar in a similar style as the Gibsons and you can learn more about it here:
http://www.washburn.com/products/electric/J7VNK.html
Thursday, July 16, 2015
fond memories
I imagine most everyone has read Trevor's recent Facebook post, but for those who haven't, here is a link:
https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=1070450016316088&id=426522697375493
As everyone worldwide who is a fan of The Fish finds themselves raising a glass and spinning a record (or CD) and watching a video and sharing memories with fellow fans and friends - I am touched by Trevor's recognition of our shared joy in Chris' life and work, and our shared sorrow at his passing. I was also especially touched by Trevor's use of my current Yesfans avatar (a photo of Chris and Trevor cropped from a 1984 article) as a post on his FB page, as that photo is a great example of their shared sense of humor and camaraderie.
I am raising a toast to: a giant upon the earth whose reverberations will echo long into the stars.
https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=1070450016316088&id=426522697375493
As everyone worldwide who is a fan of The Fish finds themselves raising a glass and spinning a record (or CD) and watching a video and sharing memories with fellow fans and friends - I am touched by Trevor's recognition of our shared joy in Chris' life and work, and our shared sorrow at his passing. I was also especially touched by Trevor's use of my current Yesfans avatar (a photo of Chris and Trevor cropped from a 1984 article) as a post on his FB page, as that photo is a great example of their shared sense of humor and camaraderie.
I am raising a toast to: a giant upon the earth whose reverberations will echo long into the stars.
Friday, July 10, 2015
12 Monkeys score release details
Today, Film Music Reporter posted an article with all applicable details on the release, including the date, which is July 31st.
http://filmmusicreporter.com/2015/07/10/syfys-12-monkeys-soundtrack-details/
For those who are eagerly awaiting Season Two in 2016, here is a trailer featuring interviews with cast members and showrunners regarding the narrative arc of the next season.
http://www.syfy.com/12monkeys/videos/12-monkeys-season-2-preview
http://filmmusicreporter.com/2015/07/10/syfys-12-monkeys-soundtrack-details/
For those who are eagerly awaiting Season Two in 2016, here is a trailer featuring interviews with cast members and showrunners regarding the narrative arc of the next season.
http://www.syfy.com/12monkeys/videos/12-monkeys-season-2-preview
Thursday, July 9, 2015
A toast to the legend.
Another member of the extended Yes family, Billy Sherwood, arranged a local gathering for fellow musicians, friends and collaborators of Chris Squire, and graciously shared a group photo on his Facebook page:
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10153085534624141&set=a.10152927497179141.1073741828.752104140&type=1&theater
...featuring Trevor and Paul along with Tony Kaye, Eddie Jobson, Brian Chatten and Richard Davis.
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10153085534624141&set=a.10152927497179141.1073741828.752104140&type=1&theater
...featuring Trevor and Paul along with Tony Kaye, Eddie Jobson, Brian Chatten and Richard Davis.
Saturday, July 4, 2015
Media Watch: Trevor pays tribute to The Fish
An ongoing series wherein I comment on Trevor's recent publicity.
The latest edition of NPR-affiliated radio program Full Disclosure is an interview with Trevor.
https://soundcloud.com/robenfarzad/remembering-the-ceo-of-yes
Trevor and show host Roben Farzad discuss the history of YesWest, the Union album and tour, Trevor's decision to leave Yes in 1995 and his beginnings as a full-time film composer. It is filled with heartwarming humor and candor regarding his dear friend, bandmate and collaborator Chris Squire.
The latest edition of NPR-affiliated radio program Full Disclosure is an interview with Trevor.
https://soundcloud.com/robenfarzad/remembering-the-ceo-of-yes
Trevor and show host Roben Farzad discuss the history of YesWest, the Union album and tour, Trevor's decision to leave Yes in 1995 and his beginnings as a full-time film composer. It is filled with heartwarming humor and candor regarding his dear friend, bandmate and collaborator Chris Squire.
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