Meet the Yes Keyboardist Who Also Gave Us ‘Video Killed the Radio Star’ and ‘Heat of the Moment’
Geoff Downes is a prominent keyboardist known for his work with Yes, the Buggles, and Asia. He has been with Yes since 2011, making him the longest-serving keyboardist in the band's history. Downes is also credited with co-writing the iconic song 'Video Killed the Radio Star' and the classic 'Heat of the Moment.'
- ▪Geoff Downes has been the keyboardist for Yes since 2011, marking the longest continuous tenure in the band's history.
- ▪He was a member of the Buggles, co-writing the hit song 'Video Killed the Radio Star.'
- ▪Downes also played in the band Asia, where he co-wrote 'Heat of the Moment.'
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