Chris Squire (Yes) to undergo treatment - Progressive Rock Music Forum

Hold on, dude.

Very sad news. Chris Squire is as relevant to me as any of the Beatles. More so, perhaps.

More candles to burn as of late, but I still keep the faith that Chris will have a complete recovery.

Edited by SteveG - May 19 2015 at 15:40

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Ohh man this is not good.....You are right Steve this condition is serious, let's hope for the best!

Yes should continue on without him and continue finding replacements that sound like a knock off for the next decade.

On a serious note: Hope the man stays strong.

Edited by Horizons - May 19 2015 at 11:21

Crushed like a rose in the riverflow.

Just posted on Yes' official FB page:

YES BASSIST AND CO-FOUNDING MEMBER CHRIS SQUIRE TO UNDERGO TREATMENT FOR LEUKEMIA

Grammy Award-winning bass guitarist, vocalist, and founding member of YES, Chris Squire, has been diagnosed with Acute Erythroid Leukemia (AEL), an uncommon form of Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). Chris will be receiving treatment in his hometown of Phoenix over the next few months.

YES will be honouring their commitment to their North American summer tour with Toto, as well as confirming their performances on Cruise to the Edge in November.

Chris's role in the band will be covered by YES alumnus Billy Sherwood.

To quote Chris: "This will be the first time since the band formed in 1968 that YES will have performed live without me. But the other guys and myself have agreed that Billy Sherwood will do an excellent job of covering my parts and the show as a whole will deliver the same YES experience that our fans have come to expect over the years."

******

Best of luck, Mr Squire.

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Barbu Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Senior Member Joined: October 09 2005 Location: infinity Status: Offline Points: 30845	Posted: May 19 2015 at 16:59
	Hold on, dude.

Michael678 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Senior Member Joined: June 02 2013 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 2466	Posted: May 19 2015 at 15:44
	GET BETTER CHRIS, WE BELIEVE IN YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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SteveG Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Senior Member Joined: April 11 2014 Location: Kyiv In Spirit Status: Offline Points: 20513	Posted: May 19 2015 at 15:32
	Very sad news. Chris Squire is as relevant to me as any of the Beatles. More so, perhaps. More candles to burn as of late, but I still keep the faith that Chris will have a complete recovery. Edited by SteveG - May 19 2015 at 15:40
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Rednight Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Senior Member Joined: January 18 2014 Location: Mar Vista, CA Status: Offline Points: 4807	Posted: May 19 2015 at 11:52
	NO!!!!!!!

Catcher10 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Senior Member VIP Member Joined: December 23 2009 Location: Emerald City Status: Offline Points: 17508	Posted: May 19 2015 at 11:25
	Ohh man this is not good.....You are right Steve this condition is serious, let's hope for the best!


lazland Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Prog Reviewer Joined: October 28 2008 Location: Wales Status: Offline Points: 13280	Posted: May 19 2015 at 11:10
	Just looked the condition up. It looks serious Let's hope the treatment is successful. Prayers will be said tonight.
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Horizons Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Collaborator Honorary Collaborator Joined: January 20 2011 Location: Somewhere Else Status: Offline Points: 16952	Posted: May 19 2015 at 10:53
	Yes should continue on without him and continue finding replacements that sound like a knock off for the next decade. On a serious note: Hope the man stays strong. Edited by Horizons - May 19 2015 at 11:21
	Crushed like a rose in the riverflow.

Terakonin Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Senior Member Joined: February 15 2015 Location: Australia Status: Offline Points: 355	Posted: May 19 2015 at 07:39
	Very shocking news about one of my favourite musicians. I wish for him to get well soon.
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Aussie-Byrd-Brother Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Special Collaborator Honorary Collaborator Joined: October 12 2011 Location: Melb, Australia Status: Offline Points: 7951	Posted: May 19 2015 at 07:19
	Just posted on Yes' official FB page: YES BASSIST AND CO-FOUNDING MEMBER CHRIS SQUIRE TO UNDERGO TREATMENT FOR LEUKEMIA Grammy Award-winning bass guitarist, vocalist, and founding member of YES, Chris Squire, has been diagnosed with Acute Erythroid Leukemia (AEL), an uncommon form of Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). Chris will be receiving treatment in his hometown of Phoenix over the next few months. YES will be honouring their commitment to their North American summer tour with Toto, as well as confirming their performances on Cruise to the Edge in November. Chris's role in the band will be covered by YES alumnus Billy Sherwood. To quote Chris: "This will be the first time since the band formed in 1968 that YES will have performed live without me. But the other guys and myself have agreed that Billy Sherwood will do an excellent job of covering my parts and the show as a whole will deliver the same YES experience that our fans have come to expect over the years." ****** Best of luck, Mr Squire.