Jon Anderson, formerly of the group Yes
Jon Anderson 2011
He was born here in Accrington.
Born 25th October 1944 John Roy Anderson
Attended St John’s School Baxenden. (in Accrington)
He left school at the age of 15 to support his family working as a farm hand. Later he was also a milkman.
Joined the Warriors in 1962
The band Yes formed in 1968
I remember him from the early sixties. He was then with an “Accy” group called The Warriors. His mum lived just across the way from us and for a while, all the local kids used to hang around waiting for autographs from him and his brother Tony. We were all glued to the TV one Saturday morning when the group appeared on Thank Your Lucky Stars
He also made a version of Never My Love” as “Hans Christian”. (Video at bottom of the post)
I liked some of their stuff, but was never a big fan of Yes – though I did like his work with Vangelis (“I’ll find My Way Home” video at the bottom of post)
He is now an “ambassador” for Accrington Stanley and has actually promised a gig at the stadium at some time in the future. (He was a ball boy and a mascot at one stage).
The Haworth Art Gallery in Accrington to hold an exhibition to celebrate his 60th birthday in 2004
One of my most favourite bands and people..I have all the Yes Albums, and was lucky enough to see them in Bournemouth,, a very long time ago… nice thought of him, bet he drank his milk.. heehee! nice share..;)
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This is wonderful, Carol. I’m familiar with his work with Vangelis, but I’m thrilled by the bio-sketch and tribute you give to one of your own. Well done!
He used to play football with David Lloyd (the cricketer) when they were little in Accrington.
Ah,,,good old Bumble, another local who has done well! Are you from Accy?