In honor of what would have been John Lennon’s 80th birthday, Yes released a cover of his song “Imagine”. The English singer/songwriter and Beatles frontman, was born on October 9th, 1940.
Yes’ version of “Imagine” was recorded at the Hard Rock Hotel in Las Vegas during the encore of the final night of Yes’ 2019 The Royal Affair Tour. The track will also on their The Royal Affair Tour Live From Las Vegas album, which will be released on October 30th. The album will have many of the band’s classic songs from over the years. The track listing and cover art can be seen below.
When Yes played “Imagine” during the concert, a film was shown behind them that featured John Lennon recording the song in his studio with George Harrison, Klaus Voormann and Alan White.
The Royal Affair Tour: Live In Las Vegas track listing:
- No Opportunity Necessary, No Experience Needed
- Tempus Fugit
- Going For The One
- I’ve Seen All Good People
- Siberian Khatru
- Onward
- America
- Imagine
- Roundabout
- Starship Trooper
