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Peter Banks

Be Well, Be Safe, Be Lucky... [ CD / Album ]

Be Well, Be Safe, Be Lucky...

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  • Released Date: 20 Apr 2018

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

In the ever-expanding universe of prog rock, there are few names as influential as Peter Banks. The former Yes guitarist, who tragically left us in 2013, is celebrated in this whopping anthology aptly titled "Be Well. Be Safe. Be Lucky."

Spanning over 50 tracks, this compilation brings together some of Banks' finest works, from his days with Yes and Flash, to his solo endeavors. The album kicks off with a bang, with the shredding guitar riffs of "The Clock That Went Backwards" setting the tone for what's to come.

Banks' virtuosity shines through on tracks like "Knights (Revisited)" and "Stop That!" where his intricate guitar work takes center stage. The anthemic "Days Turn Into Nights" is a standout, with its infectious melodies and soaring vocals.

But it's not all about technical prowess here. Banks shows his softer side on tracks like "Aliyah" and "Innocence," proving that he's not just a guitar god, but a master of emotion too. The lush production and intricate arrangements make this anthology a true sonic feast for the ears.

So do yourself a favor, put on your headphones, sit back, and let Peter Banks take you on a mesmerising journey through the realms of prog rock. "Be Well. Be Safe. Be Lucky" is a fitting tribute to a true legend of the genre. Bravo, Peter, bravo.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. No Place Like Home
2. All Points South
3. Fogbound
4. The Age of Distortion
5. Knights
6. Fade to Blue
7. It's All Greek to Me - Oriental Bent
8. It's All Greek to Me - In an Idyll Momentum
9. Tone Down
10. Dirty Little Secret
11. As Ever
12. Small Beginnings (Flashback Version)
13. Knights (Reprise)
14. Massive Trouser Clearance
15. Lost Days


Disc: 2
1. Can I Play You Something?
2. Bang/Crash
3. Peter Gunn Theme
4. Hippee Loop
5. Rumble Strips
6. Dancing Angel
7. Lima Loop
8. Astral Traveller
9. Knights (Revisited)
10. Yesterdays
11. Endless Journey (Endless Version)
12. Cinnamon Touch
13. As Night Falls (And Continues)
14. Small Beginnings (Epic Flashback Version)
15. No Time

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About the artist

Peter Banks

Peter Banks, the original guitarist for the legendary prog-rock band Yes, was a true original in every sense of the word. With his flamboyant stage presence and virtuosic guitar playing, Banks was a force to be reckoned with in the early days of progressive rock. Born in Chipping Barnet, England in 1947, Banks quickly made a name for himself in the burgeoning London music scene of the late 1960s. His work with Yes on their seminal albums "Yes" and "Time and a Word" helped to define the sound of prog-rock and establish the band as one of the premier acts in the genre. Despite his undeniable talent, Banks was known for his eccentric personality and quirky sense of humour. His on-stage antics often left audiences in stitches, while his off-stage antics were the stuff of legend. Banks was a true rock and roll wild man, with a penchant for excess and a devil-may-care attitude that endeared him to fans and fellow musicians alike. Sadly, Banks's time with Yes was short-lived, as he was famously ousted from the band in 1970. However, he continued to make music on his own terms, releasing a string of solo albums and collaborating with other artists throughout the 1970s and 1980s. Peter Banks may not have achieved the same level of fame as some of his Yes bandmates, but his influence on the world of rock music is undeniable. His innovative guitar playing and quirky personality helped to shape the sound of prog-rock and establish him as a true original in the industry. So here's to Peter Banks, the pioneering guitarist who blazed a trail for future generations of rock stars to follow.

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