------------------------------------------------------- JULY 6, 2005 ------------------------------------------------------- Source: Get Ready to Rock http://www.getreadytorock.com/index5.htm JON ANDERSON CD SINGLE & DVD RELEASE; EUROPEAN TOUR STARTS SEPTEMBER On July 11 there is the simultaneous Solo DVD and CD Single release featuring the unique songwriting and vocal talents of the legendary “YES” lead singer, JON ANDERSON Year after year, Anderson’s legacy as one of the most prolific songwriters and performers of our time continues and his creative output and extensive touring across the globe shows no sign of slowing down. 'STATE OF INDEPENDENCE' CD Single, written by Jon Anderson & Vangelis, went on to become a worldwide hit for Donna Summer) The “TOUR OF THE UNIVERSE” DVD (USA Release Date: 6th September 2005)is the debut solo DVD from Jon Anderson – a musical passage through life, time and the world beyond, featuring many new songs as well as classic hits from his work with YES and collaborations with VANGELIS. Recorded live at XM Radio Studios in the USA, Jon’s inimitable ‘One Man Show’ performance has been crafted with dramatic animation and innovative visuals to create this pioneering concept DVD. The inclusion of 10 previously un-released songs “Harmony”, “Father Sky”, Bring On The Day”, “Standing Still, “This Is”, “White Buffalo”, “Harping”, “You Lift Me Up”, “Set Sail” and “Who Could Imagine?” – illustrate that Jon has created some very powerful new material crossing many musical genres and his approach to songwriting has no boundaries. Classic YES songs such as “Yours Is No Disgrace”, “Long Distance Runaround”, “Your Move”, “Nous Sommes Du Soleil”, “The Revealing Science of God (Dance of the Dawn)”, “And You And I” are performed by Jon with his own unique style and arrangements. A more recently recognised stage favourite from the fruitful YES catalogue “Show Me” is also featured, augmented by the beautiful additional Piano recorded by Rick Wakeman and a 50 piece Children’s choir. Amongst several Solo and Vangelis collaborations, Jon also performs the very emotive and aptly named “First Song” confirming that writing original material and a flair for harmony was a path naturally set out for Anderson from a very young age. The “Tour of the Universe” (DVD) is presented with Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS and Stereo sound options and bonus material…. Special features include 'The Golden Mean' The Golden Mean is a source of fascination for Jon Anderson; Dr. Ron Knott reveals its mysteries and explains how its imprint can be found all around us. Golden Music: An interview with concert pianist Roy Howat of Cambridge University explains how the Golden Mean has influenced the works of the great classical composers Béla Bartók and Claude Debussy. Jon Anderson's European Tour kicks off on 1 September in Israel. UK dates confirmed start 7 October in Birmingham (Symphony Hall). Close Window YesInThePress.com For site comments, inquiries, corrections, or additions, contact yitp@yesservices.com