TORMATO

Okay, I admit it ... I'll never understand why this is such a hated album among Yes fans. Personally, I love the thing and can't get enough of it. All of the music is wonderful - who among us can turn their nose up at Chris Squire's Onward - and the musicianship is, as usual with Yes, top notch. Many hated Tormato because it was so different than any other Yes album before it, but come on, that's nothing new for Yes. Nearly every Yes album is a departure from its predecessor, the glue holding them all together is that unmistable Yes-style and musical craftsmanship. Well, I guess haters are gonna hate, but this is an absolute gem for me. And I also think it boasts some of Chris Squire's most mesmerizing bass playing.