FRAGILE

Yes

Symphonic Prog

4.46 | 4121 ratings

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This isnt one of those albums where you can say a couple things about its style and move on. You really have to dive deep into the track listing:

1. Roundabout - I think this is the most accessible Yes song (besides after Tormato), and its good for starters to get to know the band's style, its also probably the best known song. While its not my favorite, it still is a good addition.

2. Cans and Brahms - Not much to say here

3. We Have Heaven - Its a good transition, pretty catchy.

4. South Side of the Sky - Probably my favorite track, tells a story about mountain climbers, and it has a couple different sections but the drumming and guitar are really nice and its pretty catchy and easy to listen to but it still shows their more technical abilities as well

5. Five Per Cent for Nothing - Pretty cool name I guess

6. Long Distance Runaround - Overall a good track, once again not my favorite, but has some aspects that are of interest, especially the vocals

7. Mood For a Day - Acoustic instrumental, and it has a nice mood to it (no pun)

8. Heart of the Sunrise - This is probably the most favored among big Yes or prog fans, its a good way to finish the album and has some similarities to South Side

Overall, its probably the best beginner album from Yes, its the best example of their styles and capabilities, and its definitely a good addition for anyone who likes prog, fans of almost any genre will enjoy it.

Harold the Barrel | 4/5 | 2009-9-25

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