Alan White: Legendary Drummer with Yes, Dies at 72

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In summary, Alan White, drummer for the legendary band Yes, passed away at the age of 72. He was not only known for his impressive skills as a drummer, but also for his work with John Lennon. White was able to learn the band's entire 1972 set in just one weekend, which included difficult material from albums such as Close to the Edge, the Yes Album, and Fragile. His contributions to the band during their prime were greatly respected, as seen in their opening performance of "Ive seen all good people." Though it is difficult to hear him sounding old and frail in some clips, White had a successful career with Yes and will be remembered by many.
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Alan White, drummer with Yes, dies at 72.

If you are good enough to be the drummer in Yes then you are very good.
He also played with John Lennon. RIP.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-tyne-61600583
 
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and some more coverage with video from Rolling-Stone:

https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/yes-drummer-alan-white-dead-72-1359113/

and others:


He learned the 1972 set in a weekend because they had a gig Monday!? That is nuts. I just checked 'Yessongs 1972' set list.
Close to the Edge, the Yes Album and Fragile stuff all in there.
That is a lot of difficult material.
I just watched a little bit on YouTube, they have an entire concert and open with, 'Ive seen all good people.' Amazing band in their prime there.

Difficult listening to him sounding so old and frail in your clip. He had a good career in Yes, respected.
 
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Here is a NY Times obit on Alan White.
 
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FAQ: Alan White: Legendary Drummer with Yes, Dies at 72

What was Alan White's role in the band Yes?

Alan White was the drummer for the band Yes for over 40 years, from 1972 until his death in 2022.

What made Alan White a legendary drummer?

Alan White was known for his technical proficiency and versatility as a drummer, able to seamlessly transition between rock, jazz, and progressive styles. He also had incredible endurance, often playing long and complex drum solos during live performances.

What are some of Alan White's most famous drumming performances?

Some of Alan White's most iconic drumming performances include "Roundabout" and "Yours is No Disgrace" from the album "Fragile", "Close to the Edge" from the album of the same name, and "Awaken" from the album "Going for the One".

What was Alan White's impact on the music industry?

Alan White's contributions to the band Yes and the music industry as a whole cannot be overstated. He helped shape the progressive rock genre with his unique drumming style and was an influential figure in the band's success and longevity.

How did Alan White's death impact the music community?

Alan White's death was a great loss to the music community, particularly to fans of Yes and progressive rock. Many fellow musicians and fans paid tribute to him and his impact on the industry, highlighting his talent and influence as a drummer.

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