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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.
Downes Braide Association (DBA) announce the release of their new album “Halcyon Hymns” on 5th February 2021. “Fly From Here – Return Trip” In Stock & Out Now Prog icons YES have released a brand-new mix of their album Fly From Here – Return Trip, featuring the Drama line-up and new lead vocals by Trevor Horn, to coincide with their ...
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The Buggles are an English new wave band formed in London in 1977 by singer and bassist Trevor Horn and keyboardist Geoff Downes. They are best known for their 1979 debut single " Video Killed the Radio Star ", which topped the UK Singles Chart and reached number one in 15 other countries and was chosen as the song to launch MTV in 1981.
Writer, Producer, Keyboardist, Icon. Born in Stockport, England, Geoff received his passion for music through a family connection; his father had been organist and choirmaster at a church in Stockport. Even before heading off to Leeds School of Music in 1971, it was obvious to family and friends that he had the making of a future star.
Jul 12, 2023 · Keyboardist Downes explains the importance of this aspect, and more, in the continuing success of a band like Yes. Howard Whitman. Jul 12, 2023. Keyboardist Geoff Downes onstage with Yes during their 50th Anniversary tour at Ford Theatre on June 19, 2018, in Hollywood, California. Photo by Scott Dudelson/Getty Images.
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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.
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 ...
