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Geoffrey Downes (born 25 August 1952) [1] 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.
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
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.
Oct 17, 2008 · 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.
Jun 21, 2024 · Downes put together Asia's upcoming tour after hitting it off with singer Harry Whitley, drummer Virgil Donati and guitarist John Mitchell at last year's Wetton memorial concert.
