‘2112’ can be considered many things – a band manifesto, a conceptual landmark, maybe even the birth of prog metal – but above all, it was the band’s play for creative independence.
"It's an absolute thrill to have Nile stamp his legendary signature sound on the track," says Wilson.
The band's 1978 album was their first to feature formal vocals and lyrics, and followed film and live recording projects.
Gong’s energized 'Acid Motherhood,' recorded with Acid Mothers Temple, generated some controversy among hardcore fans when it was released on March 30, 2004.
The album was platinum in America within four months and contained four irresistible singles.
The band scaled new peaks with their first album of the 1980s.
The dates will see Yes celebrate their 1974 album 'Relayer' by playing it in its entirety, as well as classic tracks from the band's extensive catalogue.
Citing continued Covid-related disruption in Europe, Wilson states that he will now concentrate on upcoming music projects, including two new albums.
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Arguably the greatest recording of the Pierre Moerlen era, Gong’s 1978 album found the collective at the peak of their powers.
On March 13, 1970, the three-piece released their self-titled debut album on Decca’s short-lived Nova imprint.
