Yes are an English rock band who achieved worldwide success with their progressive, art, and symphonic style of rock music. Regarded as one of the pioneers of the progressive genre, Yes are known for their lengthy songs, mystical lyrics, elaborate album art, and live stage sets.
Evolved from his earlier band named Mabel Greer's Toyshop, Chris Squire formed Yes in 1968 with singer Jon Anderson; drummer Bill Bruford, keyboardist Tony Kaye and guitarist Peter Banks. Their first two albums received lukewarm sales and reception. Yes reformed in 1982 with Anderson, Squire, White, original keyboardist Kaye and guitarist Trevor Rabin and adopted a more pop rock sound. Their sales peaked across the decade with 90125 (1983), which spawned the US number one single Owner of a Lonely Heart, and Big Generator (1987). In 2011 they released Fly from Here featuring Downes, who returned on keyboards after 30 years.