On this day, 28 June 2006, Guitarist Steve Howe of prog rock giants Yes played The Point, Cardiff.
Born 8 April 1947, Steve Howe is best known as the guitarist and backing vocalist in the progressive rock band Yes across three stints since 1970. Born in Holloway, North London, Howe developed an interest in the guitar and began to learn the instrument himself at age 12. He embarked on a music career in 1964, first playing in several London-based blues, covers, and psychedelic rock bands for six years, including the Syndicats, Tomorrow, and Bodast.
Upon joining Yes in 1970, Howe helped to change the band's musical direction, leading to more commercial and critical success. His blend of acoustic and electric guitar helped shape the sound of the band. Many of their best-known songs were co-written by Howe, who remained with the band until they briefly disbanded in 1981. Howe returned to the group in 1990 for two years and has remained a full-time member since 1995. After Alan White's death in 2022, he is the longest-serving member of the band currently active.
Video clip - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2M4qtu-_hVE
Setlist
Steve Howe Solo
Mood for a Day
(Yes song)
The Ancient (Giants Under the Sun)
(Yes song)
To Be Over
(Yes song)
Fragile & Steve Howe
Siberian Khatru
(Yes song) (with Fragile)
South Side of the Sky
(Yes song) (with Fragile)
Soon
(Yes song) (with Fragile)
Starship Trooper
(Yes song) (with Fragile)
Encore:
Roundabout
(Yes song) (with Fragile)
