CLOSE TO THE EDGE

I'm ashamed to admit this, but when I first heard the title track (thanks to the free streaming on Prog Archives), I thought it was drawn-out and boring. But, knowing that truly good music often requires many listens to appreciate it, I gave it a few more tries. Somehow it opened up to me. I can't put it into words. I knew I needed to get this. I've never heard, and I'm sure I never will, hear anything like this anywhere else.

You can see some elements from King Crimson and other groups from the time riddled throughout, but Yes has created a style here that no one else could successfully imitate. I know it's all been said, but just in case you had any doubts whatsoever, let them be dispelled. Get this album.You will not regret it.

Yes. Close to the Edge.