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Yes announced in February that Jay Schellen (Hurricane, Asia, Unruly Child) had joined the band in the following post:
“Following the sad passing of our iconic drummer, Alan White on 26th May 2022, Jay will fulfil Alan’s wishes in becoming the new drummer with YES. Jay Schellen was Alan White’s choice to stand in during the Topographic Drama tour, in 2016, and shared drumming duties with him from 2018 onwards. Jay had previously played alongside YES’ keyboardist Geoff Downes and late bassist Chris Squire together with long working relationships with Alan and YES bass guitarist Billy Sherwood. This gave Jay a deep insight into the workings of the dynamic rhythm section that drives YES’ music.”
Guitarist Steve Howe says: “We’re all delighted to welcome Jay officially into the fold! He’s been a great support throughout the last seven years, and we couldn’t have found a better all round team player.”
Jay Schellen comments: “I am thrilled to become the new drummer with YES. I grew up playing along to YES records and I am proud to have worked so closely with my musical hero and great friend Alan White these past few years. I will strive to honor his memory as we drive towards the future with the band.”
Last week it was announced that progressive rock legends YES, who are Steve Howe, Geoff Downes, Jon Davison, Billy Sherwood and Jay Schellen, released their new studio album, “Mirror To The Sky”, on May 19 via InsideOut Music/Sony Music. The official music video for the LP’s latest single, “Circles Of Time”, can be seen below.
“Mirror To The Sky” is available on several formats, all featuring artwork by longtime YES artist and collaborator Roger Dean:
