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'Never judge a book by its cover' so they say, but in this case it is absolutely correct. What were they thinking? Where are the beautiful Roger Dean covers? Yes is one of my absolute favourite bands. Ever since listening to the first few minutes of Close To The Edge way back circa 1975 I have been enthralled by their brilliant musicianship (no matter what line up) and song craftsmanship, but this effort is terrible. Jon Anderson's 'lovey dovey' awefull lyrics are just too much on this album. The songs are weak and uninspiring and this album leaves me cold. The only song worthwhile listening to is 'Don't Kill The Whale' with Chris Squire's 'over flanged' bass line sounding brilliant. If this was your first Yes album that you have listened to, please please do yourself a favour and have a listen to ANY other Yes album other than this one. .

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