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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.
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.
- Howard Whitman
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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 ...
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.
Mar 21, 2021 · You may recall Geoff Downes as an original member of the synth-driven New Wave band The Buggles. Or perhaps you remember his work via his long and still ongoing tenure with the arena Rock bands Asia and Yes.
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.
