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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.
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. Downes Braide Association: Skyscraper Souls
Jul 12, 2023 · Yes emerged with the album 'Mirror to the Sky' in 2023, which is in line with 2021's 'The Quest' with its emphasis on orchestration. Keyboardist Downes explains the importance of this aspect and more in the continuing success of a band like Yes.
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.
Biography | Geoff Downes. 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.
Mar 21, 2021 · Today, I’ve got Geoff Downes with us for an interview. We chat about Geoff’s early love for keyboard-driven music, his new record, his time with The Buggles, Asia and Yes, his passion for soccer, and more.
Sep 30, 2021 · News. Yes keyboard giant Geoff Downes: “At one stage I had up to 28 keyboards out on the road - I filled up half a semi-truck on my own!” By Daniel Griffiths. ( Computer Music, Future Music, emusician, Keyboard Magazine ) published 30 September 2021. “I think there was a bit of cockfighting going on! Certainly with Keith Emerson and Rick Wakeman"
Geoff Downes - Yesworld. GEOFF DOWNES 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. His award winning songwriting crosses genres, from pure pop to classical prog.
May 16, 2023 · YES Longtime Keyboardist GEOFF DOWNES Talks New Album “Mirror To The Sky” And Band’s Legacy: ‘The Music Will Carry On Long After STEVE and I Are Around. Long May YES Reign!’. By Scott Medina May 16, 2023 1 Comment. Share Tweet Pinterest +.
A native of England, Geoff Downes went to Leeds School of Music. Upon moving to London, he met Trevor Horn. Working together on commercial jingles, they formed the group the Buggles. They recorded their… Read Full Biography. STREAM OR BUY: Active. 1970s - 2020s. Born. August 25, 1952 in Stockport, Cheshire, England. Genre. Pop/Rock, New Age.
