Yes, “Give and Take” from ‘Union’ (UK version, 1991): YESterdays
“Give and Take” only made it onto the version of ‘Union’ released in the U.K. Too bad; it’s easily one of this Yes album’s better moments.
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Toto, “Chelsea” from ‘Old Is New’ (2018): Toto Tuesdays
Pure Toto pop at its finest, “Chelsea” would also have made a solid addition to Joseph Williams’ excellent solo album, ‘Denizen Tenant.’
Dire Straits – ‘Love Over Gold’ (1982): On Second Thought
The feel of the gold-selling U.S. Top 20 hit ‘Love Over Gold’ is like no other Dire Straits album.
Yes, “Make It Easy” from ‘90125’ (bonus track, 1983): YESterdays
Despite being played some 357 times in concert, there’s not much of interest in a song that’s really just a footnote in the Yes canon.
Pierce Edens via Heist TV: Shows I’ll Never Forget
In recommending Pierce Edens, Heist owner Sam Luna said: “I hope you enjoy the gravel and the grit.” He wasn’t kidding.
Toto, “In a Little While” from ‘Old Is New’ (2018): Toto Tuesdays
Completed years later from an old demo, “In a Little While” could have appeared on any previous Toto album and still been a standout.
Steely Dan – ‘Everything Must Go’ (2003): On Second Thought
‘Everything Must Go’ boasts a warmth missing from 1977’s ‘Aja,’ the album Steely Dan fans usually gush over, as well as 1980’s ‘Gaucho.’
Yes, “You Can Be Saved” from ‘Tormato’ (bonus track, 1978): YESterdays
It’s unclear why “You Can Be Saved” wasn’t finished for ‘Tormato’ or some future project, but such speculation is the joy of being a Yes fan.
Joe Bailey on ‘Ghosts,’ Pandemic Creativity and Dark Monarchy: Something Else! Interview
Joe Bailey joins Preston Frazier to discuss the U.K.-based prog-rocker’s new solo project, his creative process and plans for another Dark Monarchy album.
Chicago, “Don’t Get Around Much Anymore” from ‘Night & Day: Big Band’ (1995): Saturdays in the Park
Chicago’s update of the Duke Ellington classic “Don’t Get Around Much Anymore” is fun and lively, but could have been so much more.
