Drum Legend KENNY ARONOFF Hears YES Classic For The First Time Without Drum Tracks; Teaches Himself To Play “Changes” (Video)

Drumeo has shared another For The First Time challenge, this time featuring drum legend Kenny Aronoff. Check it out below.

Drumeo: “Meet Kenny Aronoff—the hard-hitting drummer behind some of rock’s biggest hits. His grooves powered tracks like ‘Jack & Diane’, ‘Blaze Of Glory’, and many more. He’s played drums for legends like John Mellencamp, Jon Bon Jovi, John Fogerty, and countless other artists.

Step inside the mind of Kenny Aronoff as he takes on ‘Changes’ by Yes. Watch him hear the song for the first time and dive straight into playing along. How does he craft a drum part on the spot? Hit play to watch the full process.”

Few albums have shaped the course of progressive rock like “Close to the Edge”, Yes’ groundbreaking fifth studio effort. Widely regarded as a pinnacle of the genre, the 1972 masterpiece pushed sonic boundaries with its ambitious compositions and complex arrangements, leaving an indelible mark on music history. Now, over five decades later, “Close to the Edge” (Super Deluxe Edition) invites fans on an immersive journey into the album’s enduring legacy.

This lavish collection features a newly remastered version of the original album on CD and vinyl, alongside rare and previously unreleased recordings. The set is rounded out by a Blu-ray disc, boasting Steven Wilson’s stunning 2025 remixes, including a Dolby Atmos and 5.1 Mix DTS-HD MA presentation that brings the iconic soundscape into a new dimension of clarity and depth. As a first taste of what’s to come, fans can enjoy a rare gem: the previously unreleased live performance of “Siberian Khatru,” recorded at The Rainbow Theatre in London on December 16, 1972, capturing the band at the height of their creative powers.

The full box set, featuring 5 CDs, 1 LP, and 1 Blu-ray disc, arrives on March 7, with pre-orders today at this location.