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Progressive Rock·Music·iconic·United Kingdom
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Universally recognized and celebrated
No Gap
LISTENERS
4.5M
YT SUBS
485K
SOCIAL
9.9M
CHAMPIONS
0

Yes is an English progressive rock band formed in London in 1968, considered pioneers of progressive rock with nearly 60 years of history. They have undergone many lineup changes throughout their career and are known for complex, inventive music including notable songs like 'Starship Trooper,' 'Heart of the Sunrise,' and 'And You and I.'

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NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS (4)
  • Pioneers of progressive rock
  • Recent catalog acquisition by Warner Music Group
  • Signing with Frontiers Records
  • Nearly 60 years of music history
SIMILAR ARTISTS (5)
FREQUENTLY ASKED (5)
Q:Is Yes underrated?

Yes has a Quality-to-Fame Gap Score of 0 out of 100. fans across Reddit, YouTube comments, and music forums independently describe them as underrated or a hidden gem. they have notable achievements including pioneers of progressive rock.

Q:What genre is Yes?

Yes works in Progressive Rock originating from United Kingdom (London). As a music artist at the "iconic" level, Yes has a Wikipedia presence and is categorized within the broader Progressive Rock scene. They are signed to a major label.

Q:How many monthly listeners does Yes have?

Yes has approximately 4.5M monthly listeners on Spotify. They also have 485K YouTube subscribers and approximately 9.9M combined social media followers. A substantial audience, though the gap analysis identifies areas where recognition still lags behind quality.

Q:Who are similar artists to Yes?

Fans of Yes often also enjoy Genesis, Emerson Lake & Palmer, Jethro Tull, King Crimson, Pink Floyd. These artists share common ground in the Progressive Rock space and/or the United Kingdom music scene. If you appreciate Yes's approach to progressive rock, these artists offer similar qualities.

Q:Why isn't Yes more famous?

With a Gap Score of 0/100, Yes's artistic quality significantly exceeds their current level of recognition (iconic). Contributing factors: the gap between quality and fame often comes down to timing, market dynamics, and the inherent biases of recommendation algorithms that favor established artists.

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