Something's Coming: The BBC Recordings 1969–1970
Yes · 1997
95 min · 18 tracks · progressive rock · art rock · symphonic rock
A vibrant tapestry of early progressive rock that showcases Yes's experimental spirit and complex arrangements.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic exploration of musical themes wave-like pacing with varied intensity immersive two-half listening experience
- Context
- Released in 1997, 'Something's Coming: The BBC Recordings 1969–1970' captures Yes during their formative years, serving as a compilation of early performances. At this time, the band was reflecting on their origins as they were experiencing renewed interest from both fans and critics after the success of their later albums.
- If you like
- progressive rock, art rock, symphonic rock
Something's Coming: The BBC Recordings 1969–1970 is an album by Yes, released in 1997. A vibrant tapestry of early progressive rock that showcases Yes's experimental spirit and complex arrangements. This album is significant as it documents Yes's early sound and evolution in the progressive rock genre, showcasing tracks that predate their more commercially successful works. It garnered positive reviews for its historical importance, allowing listeners to appreciate the band's roots and development through live recordings. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Something's Coming: The BBC Recordings 1969–1970 sound like?
A vibrant tapestry of early progressive rock that showcases Yes's experimental spirit and complex arrangements. Rooted in progressive rock and art rock.
What makes Something's Coming: The BBC Recordings 1969–1970 by Yes notable?
This album is significant as it documents Yes's early sound and evolution in the progressive rock genre, showcasing tracks that predate their more commercially successful works. It garnered positive reviews for its historical importance, allowing listeners to appreciate the band's roots and development through live recordings. Released in 1997, 'Something's Coming: The BBC Recordings 1969–1970' captures Yes during their formative years, serving as a compilation of early performances. At this time, the band was reflecting on their origins as they were experiencing renewed interest from both fans and critics after the success of their later albums.
Who is Something's Coming: The BBC Recordings 1969–1970 for?
Something's Coming: The BBC Recordings 1969–1970 works well if you're into dynamic exploration of musical themes, wave-like pacing with varied intensity and immersive two-half listening experience.
How many songs are on Something's Coming: The BBC Recordings 1969–1970?
Something's Coming: The BBC Recordings 1969–1970 has 18 tracks, running approximately 95 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Something’s Coming Standout 7:38
- 2 Everydays 5:12
- 3 Sweetness 4:14
- 4 Dear Father 5:33
- 5 Every Little Thing 5:31
- 6 Looking Around 3:40
- 7 Sweet Dreams 3:26
- 8 Then 4:19
- 9 No Opportunity Necessary, No Experience Required Standout 4:16
Disc 2
- 1 Astral Traveller Standout 6:01
- 2 Then 5:15
- 3 Every Little Thing 6:49
- 4 Everydays 6:06
- 5 For Everyone 4:35
- 6 (Intro) Sweetness 5:16
- 7 Something’s Coming Standout 7:58
- 8 Sweet Dreams 4:14
- 9 Beyond and Before 5:26
Release Date
January 1, 1997
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
95 min 39 sec
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