High Vibration
Yes · 2013
716 min · 102 tracks · progressive rock
A vibrant fusion of progressive rock and symphonic elements, showcasing intricate musicianship and ethereal vocals throughout.
Top tracks — play these first
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Beyond and Before Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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I See You — This track stands out with its lush harmonies and intricate instrumentation that encapsulate the band's signature sound while introducing a modern sensibility.
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Every Little Thing — Drawing on classic influences, this song showcases the band's ability to blend melodic hooks with complex arrangements, making it a highlight of the album.
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Survival — The track features an expansive soundscape reflecting existential themes, demonstrating Yes's knack for marrying profound lyrics with musical innovation.
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Roundabout — Though originally released decades earlier, its inclusion here represents Yes's legacy and influence, resonating with both longtime fans and new listeners alike.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic exploration with peaks
- headphone detail hunting experience
- patient crescendos throughout album
- vibrant melodies for deep focus
- late-night reflective listening sessions
Maybe skip if you
- instant gratification seekers
- short attention span listeners
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a return to studio after a long hiatus, showcasing continued vitality.
- Themes
- musical rebirth· progressive evolution
- Career context
- Released in 2013, High Vibration marked a significant moment in Yes's career as it was their first studio album in a decade, following the 2004 album, Magnification. The band was navigating lineup changes, with new members contributing to a refreshed sound while remaining true to their progressive roots. This album also followed a period of relative inactivity for the band, making it a pivotal release as they sought to re-establish their presence in the evolving music landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Genesis· King Crimson· Emerson, Lake & Palmer
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I See You
The narrative shifts from introspection to a direct address to another person, creating an intimate connection amidst the expansive sound.
This shift enhances the emotional weight of the song, contrasting personal reflection with relational dynamics in a way that deepens listener engagement.
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Beyond and Before Start here 4:59
- 2 I See You 6:54
- 3 Yesterday and Today 2:53
- 4 Looking Around 4:10
- 5 Harold Land 5:46
- 6 Every Little Thing 5:45
- 7 Sweetness 4:35
- 8 Survival 6:24
Disc 2
- 1 No Opportunity Necessary, No Experience Needed 4:52
- 2 Then 5:48
- 3 Everydays 6:11
- 4 Sweet Dreams 3:57
- 5 The Prophet 6:37
- 6 Clear Days 2:09
- 7 Astral Traveller 5:56
- 8 Time and a Word 4:37
Disc 3
- 1 Yours Is No Disgrace 9:41
- 2 Clap 3:17
- 3 Starship Trooper: a. Life Seeker / b. Disillusion / c. Würm 9:40
- 4 I’ve Seen All Good People: a. Your Move / b. All Good People 6:56
- 5 A Venture 3:19
- 6 Perpetual Change 8:55
Disc 4
- 1 Roundabout 8:31
- 2 Cans and Brahms (Extracts From Brahms’ 4th Symphony in E Minor, Third Movement) 1:40
- 3 We Have Heaven 1:39
- 4 South Side of the Sky 7:56
- 5 Five Per Cent for Nothing 0:38
- 6 Long Distance Runaround 3:28
- 7 The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus) 2:39
- 8 Mood for a Day 2:59
- 9 Heart of the Sunrise 11:22
Disc 5
- 1 Close to the Edge: I. The Solid Time of Change / II. Total Mass Retain / III. I Get Up I Get Down / IV. Seasons of Man 18:45
- 2 And You and I: I. Cord of Life / II. Eclipse / III. The Preacher the Teacher / IV. Apocalypse 10:13
- 3 Siberian Khatru 8:58
Disc 6
- 1 Opening (excerpt from “Firebird Suite”) 3:45
- 2 Siberian Khatru 8:53
- 3 Heart of the Sunrise 11:20
- 4 Perpetual Change 14:14
- 5 And You and I 9:38
- 6 Mood for a Day 2:53
- 7 Excerpts From “The Six Wives of Henry VIII” 6:32
- 8 Roundabout 8:29
Disc 7
- 1 Your Move / (I’ve Seen) All Good People 7:05
- 2 Long Distance Runaround / The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus) 13:32
- 3 Close to the Edge 18:10
- 4 Yours Is No Disgrace 14:16
- 5 Starship Trooper 10:12
Disc 8
- 1 The Revealing Science of God: Dance of the Dawn 20:24
- 2 The Remembering: High the Memory 20:35
Disc 9
- 1 “The Ancient”: Giants Under the Sun 18:39
- 2 Ritual: Nous sommes du soleil 21:34
Disc 10
- 1 The Gates of Delirium 21:56
- 2 Sound Chaser 9:28
- 3 To Be Over 9:09
Disc 11
- 1 Going for the One 5:32
- 2 Turn of the Century 7:55
- 3 Parallels 5:54
- 4 Wonderous Stories 3:50
- 5 Awaken 15:29
Disc 12
- 1 Future Times / Rejoice 6:48
- 2 Don’t Kill the Whale 3:57
- 3 Madrigal 2:23
- 4 Release, Release 5:46
- 5 Arriving UFO 6:07
- 6 Circus of Heaven 4:32
- 7 Onward 4:05
- 8 On the Silent Wings of Freedom 7:47
Disc 13
- 1 Machine Messiah 10:23
- 2 White Car 1:21
- 3 Does It Really Happen? 6:33
- 4 Into the Lens 8:30
- 5 Run Through the Light 4:41
- 6 Tempus Fugit 5:14
Disc 14
- 1 Owner of a Lonely Heart 4:30
- 2 Hold On 5:17
- 3 It Can Happen 5:28
- 4 Changes 6:20
- 5 Cinema 2:06
- 6 Leave It 4:12
- 7 Our Song 4:17
- 8 City of Love 4:51
- 9 Hearts 7:36
Disc 15
- 1 Rhythm of Love 4:47
- 2 Big Generator 4:33
- 3 Shoot High Aim Low 7:02
- 4 Almost Like Love 4:59
- 5 Love Will Find a Way 4:50
- 6 Final Eyes 6:25
- 7 I’m Running 7:37
- 8 Holy Lamb (Song for Harmonic Convergence) 3:19
Disc 16
- 1 Something’s Coming 7:08
- 2 Dear Father 4:13
- 3 Roundabout (single edit) 3:29
- 4 America 10:31
- 5 Total Mass Retain (single version) 3:20
- 6 Soon (single edit) 4:14
- 7 Abilene 3:59
- 8 Run Through the Light (single version) 4:28
- 9 Run With the Fox 4:10
- 10 Owner of a Lonely Heart (Move Yourself mix) 4:24
- 11 Leave It (single remix) 3:54
- 12 Big Generator (remix) 3:39
If this landed
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The Whirlwind
Transatlantic
Shares a similar grandiosity and complex arrangements rooted in progressive rock traditions.
Stardust We Are
The Flower Kings
Combines intricate musicianship with ethereal vocals, echoing themes of musical rebirth.
A Dramatic Turn of Events
Dream Theater
Features progressive rock's intricate songwriting and a sense of evolution after lineup changes.
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