Yesshows
Yes · 1980
79 min · 8 tracks · progressive rock · art rock · symphonic rock
A dynamic blend of soaring melodies and intricate musicianship that defines the essence of progressive rock.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released on November 24, 1980, 'Yesshows' arrives during a transitional period for Yes, following their previous studio album 'Going for the One' (1977) and amidst evolving musical trends. This live album captures the band's performances during their 1978 tour and highlights their ongoing experimentation with sound and structure, marking their ability to adapt while maintaining their progressive roots.
- If you like
- progressive rock, art rock, symphonic rock
Yesshows is an album by Yes, released in 1980. A dynamic blend of soaring melodies and intricate musicianship that defines the essence of progressive rock. 'Yesshows' is notable for showcasing the band's live prowess and received positive critical reception, reaching No. 40 on the Billboard 200 chart. It serves as a testament to Yes's influence in the progressive rock genre, demonstrating their intricate arrangements and improvisational skills, which have inspired countless musicians over the years. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Yesshows sound like?
A dynamic blend of soaring melodies and intricate musicianship that defines the essence of progressive rock. Rooted in progressive rock and art rock.
What makes Yesshows by Yes notable?
'Yesshows' is notable for showcasing the band's live prowess and received positive critical reception, reaching No. 40 on the Billboard 200 chart. It serves as a testament to Yes's influence in the progressive rock genre, demonstrating their intricate arrangements and improvisational skills, which have inspired countless musicians over the years. Released on November 24, 1980, 'Yesshows' arrives during a transitional period for Yes, following their previous studio album 'Going for the One' (1977) and amidst evolving musical trends. This live album captures the band's performances during their 1978 tour and highlights their ongoing experimentation with sound and structure, marking their ability to adapt while maintaining their progressive roots.
Who is Yesshows for?
Yesshows works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on Yesshows?
Yesshows has 8 tracks, running approximately 79 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Parallels 7:08
- 2 Time and a Word 4:06
- 3 Going for the One 5:23
- 4 The Gates of Delirium Standout 22:43
Disc 2
- 1 Don’t Kill the Whale 6:50
- 2 Ritual, Part 1 Standout 11:48
- 3 Ritual, Part 2 17:06
- 4 Wonderous Stories Standout 3:53
Release Date
November 24, 1980
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
79 min 0 sec
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