Yes, “And You and I” from ‘Close to the Edge’ (1972): YESterdays
The opening title track on ‘Close to the Edge’ is longer, but “And You and I” may truly be Yes at the peak of its powers.
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Chicago, “Questions 67 and 68” (1969): Saturdays in the Park
“Questions 67 & 68,” from 1969’s ‘Chicago Transit Authority,’ is an early glimpse into the genius that is Robert Lamm.
George Walker Petit, jazz guitarist and producer: Something Else! Interview
George Walker Petit joined Preston Frazier for a Something Else! Sitdown to discuss his journey to ‘Emergence.’
Jake Hertzog – Well Lit Shadow (2016)
Jake Hertzog’s ‘Well Lit Shadow’ is perfectly cast, as it delivers the unexpected and leaves the listener aching to hear more.
Yes, “Close to the Edge” from Close to the Edge (1972): YESterdays
A high water mark for Yes, the title track from 1972’s ‘Close to the Edge’ was the result of a slightly different approach.
Yes, “Heart of the Sunrise” from Fragile (1971): YESterdays
Is “Heart of the Sunrise” about the power of the sun – or being lost in a city? Whatever the concept, this represents Yes at the peak of their powers.
Toto, “I Won’t Hold You Back” from Toto IV (1982): Toto Tuesdays
Up until ‘Toto IV,’ the vast majority of Toto ballads had been written by David Paich. Steve Lukather’s “I Won’t Hold You Back” changed the paradigm.
Yes, “Mood for a Day” from Fragile (1971): YESterdays
Yes’ “Mood for a Day” probably isn’t the first Steve Howe solo guitar composition that comes to mind – but maybe it should be.
M.A. Bakker – Rejected Scripts (2016)
M.A. Bakker’s jazz-rock debut boasts the expert musicianship of a by-gone era, and a vivid lyrical imagery that gives it a fiction novel feel.
Yes, “The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus)” from ‘Fragile’ (1971): YESterdays
“The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus),” from Yes’ 1971 album Fragile, is a fitting contribution from the late, great Chris Squire.
