------------------------------------------------------- 1981 ------------------------------------------------------- Source: Christgau's Record Guide, 1981 -- Archived at SuperSeventies http://www.superseventies.com/yes3.html Yes: Close To The Edge By Robert Christgau What a waste. They come up with a refrain that sums up everything they do -- "I get up I get down" -- and apply it only to their ostensible theme, which is the "seasons of man" or something like that. They segue effortlessly from Bach to harpsichord to bluesy rock and roll and don't mean to be funny. Conclusion: At the level of attention they deserve they're a one-idea group. Especially with Jon and Rick up front. C+ Close Window YesInThePress.com For site comments, inquiries, corrections, or additions, contact yitp@yesservices.com