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An Evening of Yes Music Plus

Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe

129 min · 14 tracks · progressive rock

An expansive blend of symphonic melodies and intricate rhythms, showcasing the technical prowess of progressive rock's legends.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Close to the Edge — This track is a cornerstone of progressive rock, encapsulating complex musical structures and rich thematic elements that showcase the band's creativity.
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    And You and I — A beautifully arranged piece that highlights the band's ability to weave intricate harmonies and emotional depth into their music.
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    Brother of Mine — This track features powerful lyrics and dynamic shifts, exemplifying the band's evolution while paying homage to their roots in progressive rock.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album effectively combines live performances with new material, showcasing musicianship while maintaining a cohesive flow.

What we noticed

  • Tracks often transition seamlessly into one another, maintaining a continuous flow that enhances the live performance feel.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
8/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Brother of Mine

    The verse builds upon familial themes through shifting vocal harmonies and contrasting musical dynamics.

    The interplay between softer verses and climactic choruses creates a narrative tension that reflects the complexities of relationships.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Benjamin Britten’s Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra 1:41
  • 2 Time and a Word / Owner of a Lonely Heart / Teakbois 7:32
  • 3 The Clap / Mood for a Day 9:35
  • 4 Gone but Not Forgotten / Catherine Parr / Merlin the Magician 5:37
  • 5 Long Distance Runaround 7:10
  • 6 Birthright 7:23
  • 7 And You and I 9:54
  • 8 Starship Trooper 12:48

Disc 2

  • 1 Close to the Edge 19:48
  • 2 Themes: Sound, Second Attention, Soul Warrior 6:37
  • 3 Brother of Mine 11:17
  • 4 Heart of the Sunrise 10:46
  • 5 Order of the Universe 9:30
  • 6 Roundabout 9:53

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