Peter Banks

Yes Guitarist Peter Banks to Be Cremated
Yes Guitarist Peter Banks to Be Cremated
Following a bizarre turn of events that threatened to force the auction of Peter Banks' personal belongings in order to fund his funeral, the founding Yes guitarist's body is expected to be released this week.
Yes Founding Guitarist Peter Banks Dead at 65
Yes Founding Guitarist Peter Banks Dead at 65
Pioneering British guitarist Peter Banks has died. Best known for his work as the original guitarist in the seminal progressive rock band Yes, the musician was a trailblazer in the progressive rock movement of the '70s that also spawned Genesis, Pink Floyd, ELP and Jethro Tull. He passed away last Friday (March 8) at his home in London at the age of 65.