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Member Since11/1/2006
Band MembersThroughout his storied musical career, Pete Banks has collaborated with: Jon Anderson, Chris Squire, Bill Bruford, Tony Kaye, Colin Carter, Ray Bennett, Mike Hough, Sidney Foxx, Lonnie Donegan, Pete Townshend, Gerard Johnson, Bill Forth, Ant Bee, Saint Entienne, Funky Monkey, Lionel Richie, George "TheMiz" Mizer, Jakob Magnusson, Jeffrey Fayman, Oliver Wakeman, Clive Nolan, Phil Collins, Jan Akerman, Nick Cottam, Andrew Booker, and many others.
InfluencesSome of Peter Banks' favorite artists include: Soft Machine, King Crimson, Keith Jarrett, Benjamin Britten, Vaughan Williams, Schnittke, The Beatles, Weather Report, and David Sylvian.
Sounds LikePeter Banks, The Syn, Mabel Greers Toyshop, Yes, Flash, Empire, Harmony In Diversity
The Early Days

PETER BANKS & EMPIRE featuring PHIL COLLINS - Sky At Night


One of the Bootleg Videos of Harmony in Diversity taken in at Blackwood Miners Institute. The Band Members are ex Yes guitarist Peter Banks, Nick Cottam Bass and David Speight: Drums. HARMONY IN DIVERSITY



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Hello Myspace people! I'm very delighted to know that so many fellow musicians and aficionados alike have been stopping by this space. Thanks for your kind messages and memorable mentions. --Pete Banks, London

London-born, Peter Banks came to the fore of the progressive rock world after recording two albums with Yes--their self-titled debut release in 1969, followed by Time And A Word in 1970.

After a brief stint with Blodwyn Pig, Banks then formed Flash and released three notable albums: Flash (1972), Out Of Our Hands, (1972), and In The Can (1973).

Pete has also produced and recorded several solo albums beginning with Two Sides of Peter Banks in 1973 which featured Jan Akkerman and Phil Collins.

Instinct (1993), Self-Contained (1995), and Reduction (1997) were more intimate examples of Bank's diverse technical and stylistic virtuosity.

Never one to stagnate with predictability, in late 2004, Banks formed Harmony In Diversity, a free-form psychedelic improv three-piece who perform in London and have a CD out entitled Trying. The group currently consists of Banks, Nick Cottam on bass and David Speight on drums.

Pete is also currently involved in a jazz-fusion project called Self-Contained with Spanish keyboard player Gonzalo Carrera (Infusion, Wild Turkey, Karnataka).


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Synchromatica

Synchromatica



Nov 2 2009 1:05 PM

Hello Pete, thanks for the friendship. You have been a big influence on the way I approach the guitar. - Mike Pascarella
PRINCESS ELDI

PRINCESS ELDI



Nov 2 2009 1:05 PM

Hi Mr. Banks

very best greetings from

Princess Eldi
Hans
Eddie

Eddie Hoffer



Oct 30 2009 1:23 PM

Hi Pete, It's been awhile since keeping in touch, any news of you playing anywhere in the future? It would be a treat to see you come to New York City and play selections from your amazing history. the struggle gets harder as time passes by.
Eddie from New Jersey.
Mudd

Mudd



Oct 28 2009 11:36 PM

“Why does the eye see a thing more clearly in dreams than the imagination when awake?”
Elisabeth

Elisabeth Carlisle



Oct 28 2009 11:36 PM

Hello Dear Friend! Finally found you via cyberspace! Please let me know how you are doing. I am well in Santa Cruz...you know the place! xo, Elisabeth
appletreefarm

appletreefarm



Oct 19 2009 1:50 AM

kind regards and good sunday wishes from the farm!
(while listening to some "Flash" recordings....
Micke Ringdahl

Micke Ringdahl



Sep 3 2009 2:28 AM

Thanks for the add and the friendship!

Take care!
Micke
3rd stone

3rd stone



Sep 3 2009 2:28 AM

Thanks for the add
greetz 3rd stone
Holland
M A M Y K Ô

M A M Y K Ô



Sep 1 2009 12:56 AM

THANKS FOR ADD...MY NEW FRIEND...GOOD MUSIC !

... M A M Y K Ô ...

MONTRÉAL QUÉBEC CANADA
Frank Nose

Frank Nose



Aug 31 2009 3:59 PM

Many thanks for the add.
Slava Teplyakov

Slava Teplyakov



Aug 31 2009 3:44 PM

Hi, Pete!
Thanks for your friendship..
I like your sound..

-Slava-
Wiota

Wiota



Aug 4 2009 1:34 AM

First heard you in rural Iowa back in the early 70's and have always been a fan. Manhattan Morning on Out of Our Hands is a particular favorite. Keep following your muse and all the best to you.
WIOTA
Andymian

Andymian



Jul 30 2009 4:04 AM

Hi, Pete,
Thanks a lot for the friendship and for your music.
All the best from Poland,
Andrzej
Alvaro

Alvaro Arango



Jul 28 2009 2:16 PM

Hey Pete, i love Yes music, and i'm just discovering yours... it's amazing!!!you've been such an inspiration!
Mogador (we’re looking for a label)

Mogador (we’re looking for a label)



Jul 26 2009 4:24 AM

please Peter, listen to this new Prog band..quite early YES influenced.. Thanks " Blessings xxoo
Chuck Stack

Charles Stack



Jul 25 2009 8:26 PM

Hi Pete! Thanks for adding the new tracks, the live "There No More" is fantastic!!

Was this from the infamous "Wishbone Flash" tour? Cheers, Chuck!
So Shush

So Shush



Jul 23 2009 10:43 AM

Hi Pete - dropping by to wish you a great summer.

Lovin your music!
F.R. and Helpers

F.R. and Helpers



Jul 22 2009 2:34 PM

Hi,thanks for the add!Great music!all the best,F.R
Michael A.

Michael A.



Jul 21 2009 2:44 PM

Just checking in to hope that all is going well with you. Question--what model Rickenbacker did you use in YES? Do they still make this model guitar?
DJ Jimmer

DJ Jimmer



Jul 22 2009 1:18 AM

hi Hi HI Peter!
I'm lovin the new uploads and they got me back to your page yet again! I could listen to your music 24/7 and love it always! Please always take good care and remember how many people love you!
Peace n' Light!
From 1 town in Vermont on Canada'a border!
Film Scorers

Film Scorers



Jul 21 2009 3:19 AM

Thankyou for the add.
You remain as great as I first heard you in 1969.
It is an honour to be your friend.

Love & Peace, Gary.
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David Edwards



Jun 25 2009 1:46 AM

Heard your playing on Pittsburgh radio and smiled.
Seamus

Jim McKinney



Jul 4 2009 12:19 PM

Thanks much for the friendship!

~Cheers~
Tsukasa.C.T

Tsukasa.C.T



Jul 4 2009 3:31 AM

Hello. Nice to meet you. Thanks for the add. Have a great day.
Pieresis

Pieresis



Jun 26 2009 3:34 AM

Thanks for the add! Piacere di essere tra i tuoi amici! Un saluto dall'Italia! Ciao Pieresis
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