------------------------------------------------------- JULY 7, 1977 ------------------------------------------------------- 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 Close Window YesInThePress.com For site comments, inquiries, corrections, or additions, contact yitp@yesservices.com