CLOSE TO THE EDGE

Yes

Symphonic Prog

4.68 | 5072 ratings

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Close to the Edge is by far YES's greatest effort. If offers awesome musicianship, and superb arrangements.

"Close to the Edge" ifs my favorite YES song. Most people love the beginig section, but hate the "I get up, I get down" line. I seem to think it is a rather beautiful interlude. This song is a masterpiece, no doubt.

"And You And I" Is the weakest song on the album, but it is also one of YES's best. ALthough it is not has fast paced as "Close to the Edge" or even "Siberain Khatru," "And You And I" is a beautiful song nonetheless, and alone is worthy of a 5 star rating. Jon Anderson's vocals are lovely, and the guitar work is stunning.

"Siberian Khatru" is a great rocker with a catchy riff. It took me several spins to fully appreciate this masterpiece, but I have found it to be an awesome track. The lyrics leave me puzzled, but that is OK, since I would concider Jon Anderson's voice as another instrument.

In all, this album has everything any prog fan would ever want.

Koopaslaya | 5/5 | 2006-7-22

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