Yes Music Podcast · Kevin Mulryne and Mark Anthony K

Billy Sherwood talks about Fragile 2025, his gear and new Yes music PLUS our first reactions to the Yes setlist - 691

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Billy Sherwood says the last tour was the most raw and stripped-down one he’s done with Yes.

This episode begins with Billy Sherwood returning to the show. He is speaking from just before rehearsal at Mickey's Black Box. The band is getting ready for the 2025 Fragile tour of the US. Billy sounds gracious and easy to talk to throughout the conversation. The hosts ask about the tour. They also ask about his gear. The new Yes music comes up as well. The interview stays practical and grounded, without losing its relaxed pace. After that, Mark and the host come back together. They share their first reactions to the setlist. Those reactions land after the band's first concert on the tour. By that point the band has already played two shows, so the discussion has some immediate energy to it. The episode also makes room for spoiler caution. Anyone who does not want setlist details is told where to stop. Around the main interview, the show moves through its usual community round-up. H.P. Peterson's meeting with Dr. Bill Bruford after a Pete Roth Trio concert gets a mention. Matt Coe's cover of Clap Rather Good is part of the week's conversation too. Doug Curran's list includes Billy Sherwood's behind-the-scenes video from the Yes rehearsals, a happy 38, and a happy 38th birthday to Big Generator. A few other Yes-related news and birthday notes pass through as well. The whole thing keeps the easy, companionable feel listeners expect from the programme.

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Billy Sherwood leads a practical look at Fragile 2025, with setlist spoilers saved for committed Yes fans.

Billy Sherwood anchors the episode, which takes on Fragile 2025, his gear, and the new Yes music in a calm, practical way. It was recorded just before rehearsal at Mickey's Black Box, as the band was getting ready for the 2025 Fragile tour of the US, so it feels less like a big…

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