In 1970, Geddy Lee fell in love with his favourite band. Decades later, he became an unofficial member

Geddy Lee’s admiration for Yes, particularly bassist Chris Squire, began when he heard the band’s music as a young musician. Squire’s prominent, melodic bass playing showed Lee how a low-register instrument could take a lead role in rock, shaping Lee’s own musical outlook.

Years later, Lee joined Yes to perform ‘Roundabout’ at the band’s 2017 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction. He described it as a privilege and praised Squire’s “melodic and rhythmic genius”; the article also highlights that Lee played the demanding bass part with his fingers, despite Squire’s use of a pick.