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JULY 7, 1977
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Source: Progrography
http://www.connollyco.com/discography/yes/goingone.html
Review: Going for the One
By Dave Connolly
Going For The One
Arranged & Produced by Yes
Released on July 7, 1977
Following a hiatus during which every member of the band released solo records, Yes regrouped with keyboardist Rick Wakeman and released the fan
favorite, Going for the One. Although noisy at times, the record is a return to writing magical prog rock that mixes the members’ individual
contributions to best effect. The album featured two singles, the enthusiastic title track showcasing the uncontainable Steve Howe and
“Wonderous Stories,” an acoustic song that recalls Jon Anderson’s Olias of
Sunhillow. Although both Tales from Topographic Oceans and Relayer had their moments, Going for the One consistently recalls the magic and majesty
of their best work. The epic “Awaken,” for example, belongs on a par with Fragile’s “South of the Sky,” while “Wonderous Stories” hits the same high
points as “And You and I.” The record is hampered by chaotic production, notably burying Rick Wakeman’s contributions on the opening “Going for the
One,” but it benefits from a brilliance of sound aided by Alan White, whose percussion on the spellbinding “Turn of the Century” is indicative of his
lighter touch this time around. And for those who question the paternity of Drama, Chris Squire’s “Parallels” serves as a clear precedent. While Going
for the One is a return to form in many ways, it also marks a shift from multi-part epics toward more concise, punchy progressive rock. Subsequent
albums would contain individual moments of magic, but none would again match this mix of great music and deep mysticism.
TRACK LISTING
1. GOING FOR THE ONE (Jon Anderson) 5:30
2. TURN OF THE CENTURY (Jon Anderson/Steve Howe/Alan White) 7:58
3. PARALLELS (Chris Squire) 5:52
4. WONDEROUS STORIES (Jon Anderson) 3:45
5. AWAKEN (Jon Anderson/Steve Howe) 15:38
CREDITS
JON ANDERSON -- vocals, harp
STEVE HOWE -- steel guitar, acoustic & electric guitar, vachalia, vocals
CHRIS SQUIRE -- bass guitar, vocals
RICK WAKEMAN -- piano, electric keyboards, church organ, polymoog
ALAN WHITE -- drums, percussion
John Timperley -- recording engineer
Brian Lane -- executive producer
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