11 April 2026 rocknews

Yes Announce 24th Studio Album ‘Aurora’ Out June 12 2026 + Title Track Single & Video

Progressive rock legends Yes have officially announced their 24th studio album ‘Aurora’, set for release on June 12 2026 via InsideOutMusic/Sony Music.

The band — Steve Howe (guitar), Geoff Downes (keyboards), Jon Davison (vocals), Billy Sherwood (bass) and Jay Schellen (drums) — have also launched the first single and title track “Aurora”, accompanied by a stunning animated video created by Matt Hutchings (Greg Lake, Oasis, Iron Maiden).

Watch the official “Aurora” music video here:

Steve Howe commented: “Making this record was joyful, a chance to play, explore and give everything to the music. It’s always been about collaboration — somebody can write a song, but until everybody puts their contribution in it isn’t really a Yes song. We’re not trying to echo the past; we’re carrying the spirit of Yes forward and turning it into something new.”

Album Formats & Pre-Order

‘Aurora’ will be available in multiple premium editions featuring the iconic artwork of Roger Dean and Freya Dean:

Limited Deluxe 180g Light Green 2LP + 2CD + Blu-ray Artbook & Poster
Limited Deluxe 2CD + Blu-ray Artbook
Gatefold 180g 2LP + LP-booklet
Special Edition CD Digipak
Digital Album

The deluxe editions include a bonus disc of instrumentals and a Blu-ray with Dolby Atmos, 5.1 Surround Sound and 24-bit stereo mixes by Curtis Schwartz.

Pre-order ‘Aurora’ now here: https://yes-band.lnk.to/Aurora

Full Tracklisting

Aurora (07:27)
Turnaround Situation (05:50)
Love Lies Dreaming (06:24)
Countermovement (13:48)
Ariadne (06:18)
All Hands on Deck (03:04)
Outside the Box (04:20)
Emotional Intelligence (03:30)
Jambustin’ (Bonus Track) (04:24)
Watching the River Roll (Bonus Track) (04:42)

The Making of ‘Aurora’

Work on the album began almost immediately after the ‘Classic Tales of Yes’ tour ended in 2024. Rather than a traditional studio block, the band embraced a modern collaborative workflow: ideas were developed in home studios and then woven together through constant communication, with Steve Howe acting as the central creative hub.

Jon Davison noted that the title “Aurora” immediately resonated with the band and inspired Roger Dean’s visual concept, evoking light, emergence and vastness.

The result is a cohesive album that honours Yes’s legendary heritage while pushing forward with fresh energy and exploration.

FAQs – Yes ‘Aurora’ Album 2026

When is Yes’s new album ‘Aurora’ released? June 12 2026 via InsideOutMusic/Sony Music.

What is the first single from the album? The title track “Aurora”, with its official animated video out now.

Who created the video for “Aurora”? Matt Hutchings (known for work with Greg Lake, Oasis and Iron Maiden).

Which formats will ‘Aurora’ be available in? Limited deluxe 2LP+2CD+Blu-ray artbooks, gatefold 2LP, special edition CD digipak and digital, with stunning Roger & Freya Dean artwork.

Does the album include bonus tracks? Yes — two bonus tracks (“Jambustin’” and “Watching the River Roll”) plus instrumental versions on the deluxe editions.

Who is in the current Yes line-up? Steve Howe, Geoff Downes, Jon Davison, Billy Sherwood and Jay Schellen.

Where can I pre-order the new Yes album? Pre-orders are live now at https://yes-band.lnk.to/Aurora

Rock News final word: Yes continue to prove why they remain one of progressive rock’s most vital and forward-thinking bands nearly six decades in. “Aurora” sounds like a joyful, exploratory return to form — and that stunning animated video for the title track is the perfect invitation to dive in. Pre-order now and get ready for June 12.