The Word Is Live
229 min · 26 tracks · progressive rock · art rock · symphonic rock
A sprawling odyssey of intricate musicianship and soaring melodies that captures the essence of progressive rock's live experience.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic progression with peaks sprawling odyssey of musicianship wave-like pacing throughout
- Context
- Released in 2005, 'The Word Is Live' chronicles Yes' journey through their dynamic career, showcasing performances from various pivotal years. This album arrives during a period when the band was celebrating its legacy with both classic line-up and newer members, bridging generations of fans and musicians alike.
- If you like
- progressive rock, art rock, symphonic rock
The Word Is Live is an album by Yes. A sprawling odyssey of intricate musicianship and soaring melodies that captures the essence of progressive rock's live experience. This live compilation highlights Yes' significant influence on the progressive rock genre, capturing moments from their early years to the 1980s. Critics praised it for its rich audio quality and faithful representation of the band's legendary performances, solidifying Yes' status as pioneers in live symphonic rock. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Word Is Live sound like?
A sprawling odyssey of intricate musicianship and soaring melodies that captures the essence of progressive rock's live experience. Rooted in progressive rock and art rock.
What makes The Word Is Live by Yes notable?
This live compilation highlights Yes' significant influence on the progressive rock genre, capturing moments from their early years to the 1980s. Critics praised it for its rich audio quality and faithful representation of the band's legendary performances, solidifying Yes' status as pioneers in live symphonic rock. Released in 2005, 'The Word Is Live' chronicles Yes' journey through their dynamic career, showcasing performances from various pivotal years. This album arrives during a period when the band was celebrating its legacy with both classic line-up and newer members, bridging generations of fans and musicians alike.
Who is The Word Is Live for?
The Word Is Live works well if you're into dynamic progression with peaks, sprawling odyssey of musicianship and wave-like pacing throughout.
How many songs are on The Word Is Live?
The Word Is Live has 26 tracks, running approximately 229 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Then (BBC 1970) 5:25
- 2 For Everyone (BBC 1970) 4:44
- 3 Astral Traveller (Gothenburg 1971) 7:24
- 4 Everydays (Gothenburg 1971) 11:01
- 5 Yours Is No Disgrace (London 1971) 11:45
- 6 I’ve Seen All Good People (London 1971) 7:52
- 7 America (London 1971) 16:21
- 8 It’s Love (London 1971) 11:07
Disc 2
- 1 Apocalypse (Detroit 1976) 3:08
- 2 Siberian Khatru (Detroit 1976) 10:10
- 3 Sound Chaser (Detroit 1976) 11:17
- 4 Sweet Dreams (London 1975) 6:22
- 5 Future Times / Rejoice (Oakland 1978) 6:59
- 6 Circus of Heaven (Oakland 1978) 4:52
- 7 The Big Medley: a) Time and a Word / b) Long Distance Runaround / c) Survival / d) The Fish (Schindleria Praematurus) / e) Perpetual Change / f) Soon (Inglewood 1978) 25:53
- 8 Hello Chicago (Chicago 1979) 2:11
- 9 Roundabout (Chicago 1979) 8:42
Disc 3
- 1 Heart of the Sunrise (Oakland 1978) 10:56
- 2 Awaken (Chicago 1979) 17:53
- 3 Go Through This (New York 1980) 4:21
- 4 We Can Fly From Here (New York 1980) 6:46
- 5 Tempus Fugit (New York 1980) 5:53
- 6 Rhythm of Love (Houston 1988) 6:42
- 7 Hold On (Houston 1988) 7:24
- 8 Shoot High, Aim Low (Houston 1988) 8:27
- 9 Make It Easy / Owner of a Lonely Heart (Houston 1988) 6:09
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
229 min 57 sec
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