Yes Induction Acceptance Speeches Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2017 

Ricks acceptance speech has to be the most classic one ever made at the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame dinner!! 🤣

@@SirManfly I agree!!!!

hahahahaha!!! I was thinking the same thing!!!!

Yes! Superman!

He overran, Scotland Squire missed out. Class act.

You made my day!

Saw this live. Hilarious!

He'd been doing comedy for a long time before this

Exactly my thoughts. He's the best!

Rick was so advance. One of the first to double stack. classicaly trained but doing it his own way. And yes a real comedian ( listen to some of his podcast). Cheers to the band and sorry Chris was not alive to be part of this as I am sure he would also have had a spin on his speech. Peace saw them at least 25-30 times and they never disappointed. True artist

Of all people, Alex should appreciate it.

Canadians get English humour, Americans not so much.

chais jo I LOVE British humor! Especially when they mock Americans !

Jon overdid the "you guys are beautiful" thing... what a relief when Rick took over!! 😂😂

Geddy Lee plays keyboards too . . . with his feet!

Which is so ironic because ARW (Anderson Rabin Wakeman) is a far superior band to the current Yes. Steve Howe is but a pale shadow of his former self. And I'll give you one guess who's the better vocalist between Jon Anderson and Trevor Horn.

@@sex6cult9revolution Jon Anderson hands down

@@COINSINPOCKET No doubt. Trevor Horn is a producer, not a singer. Doesn't do much good onstage.

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@@sex6cult9revolution After they decided to move on without Anderson, they came & did a show here with David Benoit, but I didn't bother. It ain't Yes without any of the early members for me. I went to the ARW show, it was fantastic! All the backing musicians they had were great, and the bass player, granted it was Chris God rest his soul, but he did a fine job covering the part.

"Look at you! You're all so beautiful!" has become quite the inside joke between a friend and I - you've gotta love Jon!

He IS a little hippie elf.

@@ramlathers8182 No! He's a HOBBIT!

Best description of Jon Anderson came from none other than Rick Wakeman himself: " Jon Anderson is the only man fighting to save this planet...while living on a completely different one. "

scott newman didn’t Rick say about Jon: the only one I know trying to save the planet while living on another?😂😉😂

Stone

Howe ist nur noch unsympathisch

😂😂😂

He probably meant it like, “yeah whatever, I’m Steve Howe, who cares about that?

He cut the bs from the other guys

Yup. I had the priviledge to meet Yes' lead singer and Chris Squire. (Backstage pass). What a thrill back in the 80's.

REMINDS ME OF ELTON JOHN SAME HUMOR SAME SKILLS LOL

And the late great Peter Banks

@@anthonydimattei6997 Although I'm not sure I would go quite that far I will admit Rick went too far with his speech and owes Chris's widow an apology.

Bill Burford was the best

When you can play guitar like Steve Howe, you can say what you please.

@@lonestar6709 False. No one earns the right to be an a$$hole.

@@fenner4117 oh, its ok

Bc. Alan didn’t introduce him (analys the whole scene before growing the rock)

AKA: THE CRYPT KEEPER

Rick totally stepped over time at the expense of Chris's wife Scotty - why? To tell bawdy jokes. NOT funny.

let's just say rick brought the house down on the hall of fame im on the floor laughing my a😅😅off he's too funny love it.

I enjoyed Steve's speech very much..could be lyrics to a Yessong

On something.

@@Massachamp08 Can he get much higher? lol

10/10

@@FlyingVMartin 8/10 if you include Steve.

Steve was a bore. Sorry 💚💚💚

Rip.🙏🙏 Mr. Alan White,great drummer.

@@indierockyhockey he kinda was hahaha but he’s awesome

He watched it with Chris.

RIP.

Maestro

" ...and i'm an egotistical asshole in person. Please enjoy MY music, but don't attempt to tell me about it, because I'll snub my nose at you like a true douche bag."

@@kansasisaband Having met him on two occasions Anthony, I can tell you he can be icy-cold and very temperamental and egotistical; I didn't even want him to sign anything, nor shake his hand(no hands policy), as I just wanted to greet him and welcome him to our city and tell him how much my then-ten year old nephew was looking forward to the show.

John Flanagan - I’m sorry for your bad experience with Howe. I met him in the parking lot of a Yestival in ‘98. He pet my friend’s dog, was friendly & gracious, & while I was well aware of his no hand-shaking policy, HE put out his hand to me!

damn. never would have thought. i met alan white a few months ago at a convention. he seemed like a really reserved guy as his wife was doing most of the talking. he did sign a poster to me for free. cool guy

Well, always is a bit of a stretch. Alan was there for quite some time, too. ;)

As a drummer, Bill was behind everyone. Once when he was asked about playing live, he said that as a drummer all he ever saw was the other members' butts.

Me too. Finally he can live it down.

Geddy threw in a bit of blah blah blah

@@prickyX A bit awkwardly, but yeah…

how the hell on earth do you even know they were talking about his bass playing??? loll

two icons

Alan Hudson but they did not pay Peter royalties ..howe did not like him at all

Sucks that NONE of them mentioned Kaye tho even tho he was actually inducted!

It's true that Peter had to sue for some of his royalties. But that was the fault of former mgt. not the members of the band. Also, Howe does seem to like covering Banks era.

donutcookiepie Yeah, what’s up with that? He played on 7 albums at least.

@@WELLBRAN He liked him enough to "borrow" certain aspects of his style. Anyway, if he didn't like him that's news to me. I've heard him say he admired his playing.

Yep. Genius is sometimes hard to recognize by those who are mediocre.

Rick was very adamant about this when Chris passed away, and I totally agreed with him. As far back as 1998, a bunch of us Yes fans started lobbying the HoF with an online campaign to get them in. It's a travesty the Hall waited so long that one of the two founding members passed away first.

They should never have gone to this stupid event.

So did I and I agree...he was a down to earth/no frills guy. RIP. I talked to him about Toronto '69 w/Lennon and a whole bunch of things for 1/2 hr or so. I catered their whole day of a show in RI...Sept 1978...all the original guys (of that time) Anderson, Wakeman,Squire,Howe and White...from their arrival in the AM til after the concert...and even got to go to the show!! Good times !!

I've said it before: you couldn't meet a nicer guy than Alan White. He always made time to talk to the fans after shows. Besides his drumming & rhythmic skills, he also composed parts of songs/albums that he doesn't get enough credit for, from TFTO through Drama, at least. And later years, too. That's Alan playing piano on the introduction he wrote to the lovely "In The Presence Of" from 2001's Magnification. He is greatly missed by anyone who knew him or met him.

I seriously almost fell out of my chair when I heard that for the first time, it was fucking hilarious.

Rick is a digusting pig

@@anthonydimattei6997 you missed the whole point of why he was telling these jokes . Everyone knew they should have been inducted in the Hall of Fame long ago . They waited till two members died while inducting people who had not even been in the industry for long .Jann Wenner and Rolling Stone magazine choose a lot of these people according to whom they like . Rick Wakeman told jokes dirty jokes rather than making a beautiful acceptance speech because that was his way of giving the middle finger to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame... BRILLIANT he did it that way . He let the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame know they are a joke which a lot of people say about them

gardensofthegods dimattei or whatever his last name is knows cock about music or the music industry

Anthony Dimattei He was telling those jokes out of spite for the Hall. He’s never been a fan of them, and since they waited a year after Chris Squire died to induct Yes, of course he’s going to try to get back at them somehow.

Wonderful! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-H-rdL2KkvzY.html

As a Yes fan for over 50 years, I realized long ago that their music isn't for everybody, and wasn't even during their 1970s prog heyday. Kind of made it feel special...later, their 1980s to mid 1990s (Trevor Rabin era) material divided their fan base somewhat, resulting in the same idea: it's not for everyone (including band members and fans) sometimes.

Apparently he did some stand-up for a while.

From what I've heard or read, some people in the U.K. know of him more (or even, only) as a comedian from his tv show over there, rather than as a musician! That's how good he was/is at it. And he brought some laughs & a lighthearted approach to what could be a very serious band at times (okay, maybe not so funny to them the time he ate a take-out of chicken vindaloo ONSTAGE during a Yes performance of Topographic Oceans in 1974...my guess is it was during "The Ancient"...hehe).

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Agslions still laughing!!👍😂

Long running (good humoured) argument in the 70's. Who's the best Wakeman or Emerson. It was a tough question.

@Professor Liberal Avenger Yes and on it goes and goes. L. O. L.

@Professor Liberal Avenger I'll concede then, though they are/were both iconic. Happy new year.

Sometimes there's a man, I won't say hero, 'cause what's a hero? But sometimes there's a man, and I'm talking about The Dude here...sometimes there's a man, well he's the man for his time and place. He fits right in there. And that's The Dude. The Big Rick Wakeman. ...Drifting along with the tumbling tumbleweeds... AAAAhhh.... Where's the money Wakeman? I want that money Wakeman. Bunny says you're good for it. Where's the money Wakeman? Where's the money Wakeman? Where's the fucking money shithead? It's down there somewhere let me take another look. Don't fuck with us. Your wife owes money to Jackie treehorn, that means you owe money to Jackie treehorn. No, don't do that. Not on the rug man. See what happens Wakeman? You see what happens? Nobody calls me Wakeman. You got the wrong guy, I'm The Dude man. Your name is Wakeman, Wakeman. Your wife is bunny. My mmy wife? Bunny? Do you see a wedding ring on my finger? Does this place look like I'm fucking married? The toilet seat's up man. What the fuck is this? Obviously you're not a golfer. Wu? isn't this guy supposed to be a millionaire? Fuck. Yeah what do you think? He looks like a fucking loser. Hey at least I'm housebroken...

@@nellgwenn legend !

Steve fone sadly we lost two of them. Hope they will be inducted before Carl pass away :(

I believe they were on the short list of those who were supposed to give the induction speech. Sadly, Emerson and Lake passed before it could come to its fruition.

Fuck yeah

Jon Anderson is Carl's girlfriend,,,for real..

Carl isn't going anywhere..

@Christopher Joseph - I agree!

Wasn't Christopher Cross inducted into the HoF in 2002?

The Funk, would also be Grand.. Someday?

Sometimes life just happens that way :/

Chris' death took everyone by surprise, but they could have at least kept Scotty Squire's piece in this video.

Absolutely

More like 1994

Tell me about it...🤘😏

Definitely

More like 1998 then 30th

progressive rock? YOU FUCKING LITTLE CHILD.

yes is prog rock

@@herbsandspicesdons5247 Yeah, prog rock is the same as progressive rock. Prog is the nickname.

RGomes ~ Don't listen to ''name surname'' . Prog IS short for Progressive rock. lt has NO political connotations what so ever. Why he called you a 'little child'' and swore at you is anybody's guess, but who cares? I LOVE PROGRESSIVE ROCK too!

I prefer regressive rock like Lynyrd Skynyrd.

Big man. He might have been another Butterbean.

Squire was about as tall and Rabin is even taller (6'7"). I think Trevor slouches a bit because he doesn't want to look like a freak.

@@sex6cult9revolution i really dont think rabin is 6'7"

Rick is 6'3". So was Chris. Trevor also. Some people also wear boots.

A relative giant compared to Jon Anderson at 5'5" (or Napoleon as they used to call him).

I saw ABWH in Spokane, Wa in the late '80's (terrific show!), I was among a modest group of fans at the Opera House stage door afterwards, the first one out was Howe who made a fast beeline for his limo and was gone, Jon and Rick stuck around to sign autographs and shake hands (I shook hands with both ❤❤❤ but only got Jon's autograph on my ticket stub which I still have!)...

@Andrew McGuire I assume that is Rick not Steve:)

@Andrew McGuire Thanks Andrew...

John Miller yes have been exciting to me for years! Listening to Chris’s bass playing is like being at a cup final for me :)

It was funny, but no one can ever top Alex LIfeson's speech. Check it out.

There are some hysterical Rick Wakeman stories out there. He played quite a few jokes on the band over the years.

Seeing Wakeman live was such a great experience not only his incredible playing, but also his wit and great stories.

It is very gutsy doing a stand up routine at an awards acceptance speech. Particularly, one where inducting the band should not have to take so long. The whole rock and roll hall of fame is a big turn off for me, already. Wakeman you did good real good. Exactly what is appropriate. Lol Get together once a year and have rock and roll legends jam together. Let them keep their rightful shsre of profits. Announce lineups of bands and televise. It would make peple watching much happier than this crap. Academy awards, Tony's, etc. It is a pompous occurence, nobody feels comfortable about it, getting these awards, in truth. I think they are ridiculous. Listen to their music, buy their music, go to their concerts, etc. Awards to some, not others, in a formal manner is bs.

and especially musicians......

He's undoubtedly still waiting for King Crimson's eventual induction.

@Randy Rinker ~ REALLY?? l LOVE Bill! l have a Bromance going with him! lf HE convinced Rick to go for the comedy, that makes me happy! You know a lot about Prog trivia. l love to learn as much as l can about these guys. Why? Well it helps put every piece of the puzzle to make a complete picture of their world, and mine. l only care about the fusion/prog dudes though. Never the 'bash n strut' guys. The music has to be the primary mover. Having said all that, Bill, and Rick are my two favourites. Always drums, and keyboards. Thanks again Randy!

Bruford contributed on another BBC special on Prog and his cameos included simply wonderful stories and insights. (Wakeman was also on this special and relished taking the piss out of Deep Purple)

@@RedArrow73 ~ l LOVE those 2! l always call them ''Wakey, and Bruf''. Just fabulous musicians/composers! l also really dig Trevor! The guy is a _savant_ on the guitar imo. He can do AN Y THING!!!

@Randy Rinker According to Rick's interview on a NY radio station a few months later, it was Trevor Rabin, not Bill Bruford, that talked him into giving the irreverent speech he did.

The sex stuff kind of turned me off but he seems like a good guy and so appreciate the album I fell in love with: 90125

@Sideways Rain Cinema & hold on stand above the rest...(90125)

Wakeman is a character

I just thought omg what the hell you have to tell them that for? And my second reaction goes like " ok, that's even worse ".

@@smurfette1509 Get a grip princess...he's not there to turn you on.

Just about any footage you see/hear him speaking he's generally like that, making fun of everything, having a laugh, and getting those around him laughing.

I used to live in the same town as him in Surrey, and he would occasionally do a one man show in the local arts centre. It was 50/50 funny stories and wonderful keyboard playing, he is a class act.

No one in Yes was laughing. Maybe they've heard too much of his material.

Not too concerned about the kid listening behind him!

@@slide4180 Bruford and Rabin were.

@@anthonydimattei6997 Get a grip fool.

Me neither, I didn,t knew. But he is one of the funniest though.

If you get a chance to catch Rick Wakeman performing one of his "An Audience With Rick Wakeman" shows, take it. The man is a quality story teller.

Just like his books and interviews - very entertaining

Greatest Rock and Roll Hall of fame speech ever.

Rick’s speech, I’ve been laughing for half an hour long no stop

I was at that show in Louisville, Ky. Outstanding show from both groups.

i love to imagine how pissed off Don Henley was listening to Yes music, that smug fuck.

@ Jeff Mixon: THANK YOU for correctly calling them Eagles, instead of The Eagles. Also, thank you Matt Markus for pointing out that Don Henley is a "smug fuck."

Same here, in Indianapolis. Gentle Giant on first, then the Eagles

Me too!

Jon and Carlos Santana are probably the two weirdest men in rock.

Randy Rinker Classic! I read an article years ago that Rick brought a huge pastrami sandwich to a rehearsal and set it on the piano. Jon, being vegan, saw the sandwich and flipped out. Rick, grabbed the plate and casually devoured it in front of Jon, Hahaha.

There's a quote from Rick Wakeman which says something like "Jon Anderson is the only person I know trying to save this planet whilst living on another one" 😄😄

@Randy Rinker and wherever Jon is, it's beautiful out there...

James Rick is vegetarian now

You can tell that hosting his own show in GB really built his on camera presence and confidence. I think Wakeman is a wonder both as a host and as a musician. Many fantastic moments on his show...check out his duel with John Sykes when both are backing the late great Phil Lynott...

Met him afterwards at a piano gig , natural brilliant and very down to earth!

Too many people take this crap far too seriously.Trust Rick to put some perspective on things.He's got such a wicked sense of humour and hopefully offended a few pretentious arseholes that night.

@@folkme3042 Amen to that

@@folkme3042 yeah, looked like a lot of the attendees had botoxed brains as well as faces. Silly me, it's not cool to laugh, and your face might crack. How very sad.

You think that's bad, The DC5 looked like they'd been on Monty's front line a bit long.

Jann Wenner had to let a bunch of his favorite rappers and shit in first.

Had to make the sacrifice first....

That’s why Wakeman gave such a hilariously vulgar speech, he was doing it out of spite for the Hall.

Exactly...or even knew who they are??? 🤦🏻‍♂️

Yes I for one do Sir! Cheers Mate! Carry On!

It’s still my favorite album that, and Frampton Comes Alive!

I didn't hear Trevor Horn!

Kaye was inducted, but he didn’t show up to the ceremony.

​@davidnissim589 I wonder why

Oh and why did it take so long? Hall of Fame?

That would be a pretty entertaining band

Ohhh man that is one supergroup I would go and see!

tmage23 frontman: ozzy

Weird Al on kazoo.

tmage23 Add Greg Koch on guitar to back up Alex.