Yes, “Release, Release” from ‘Tormato’ (1978): YESterdays
I’ve always thought that Yes’ 1978 album cut “Release, Release” harkened back to the days of original guitarist Peter Banks.
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Preston Frazier’s Best Jazz of 2016: Marquis Hill, Dave Stryker, Manu Katche + others
Preston Frazier’s Best Jazz of 2016 list crosses a striking number of musical boundaries from straight-ahead jazz to vocalists to fusion.
Chicago, “This Christmas” from What’s It Gonna Be, Santa (2003): Saturdays in the Park
Earnest and sweet, this update of Donny Hathaway’s “This Christmas” showcases one of Chicago’s longest tenured non-original members.
Ed Toth, drummer with the Doobie Brothers: Something Else! Interview
Ed Toth discusses his time in the Doobie Brothers, as well as earlier work as a former member of the platinum-selling Vertical Horizon.
Preston Frazier’s Best Reissues and Box Sets of 2016: David Lindley, King Crimson, Kate Bush
Preston Frazier offers his thoughts on the best reissues and box sets from 2016, with two special honorable mentions.
Yes, “Madrigal” from Tormato (1978): YESterdays
“Madrigal” may be the only track on Yes’ disappointing 1978 album ‘Tormato’ which ends too soon.
Toto, “‘Till The End” from Fahrenheit (1986): Toto Tuesdays
Toto’s ‘Fahrenheit’ turned back to the more radio-friendly approach of ‘Toto IV,’ beginning with this lead single featuring new frontman Joseph Williams.
Preston Frazier’s Best Concerts of 2016: Stevie Nicks, Yes, Hiromi, Dolly Parton + others
Preston Frazier lists his five Best Concerts of 2016, with two special honorable mentions.
Mabel Greer’s Toyshop, “Big Brother, Little Brother” (2016): One Track Mind
Mabel Greer’s Toyshop, the pre-Yes progressive rock legends, are offering listeners a taste of their forthcoming 2017 album.
Yes, “Don’t Kill The Whale” from Tormato (1978): YESterdays
This second song from Yes’ ‘Tormato’ has a more straight-ahead sensibility than we usually expect from the world’s greatest progressive rock band.
