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NOVEMBER 30, 1981
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Source: Progrography
http://www.connollyco.com/discography/yes/classic.html
Review: Classic Yes
By Dave Connolly
Classic Yes
Compiled by Chris Squire
Released on November 30, 1981
This is the first and, arguably, best attempt at collecting the band’s greatest music in a condensed format. Classic Yes was actually assembled by
cofounder Chris Squire -- a refreshing change from compilations put
together by jilted labels (ahem, Yesyears). Not only are the choices eminently informed, but the track order makes a real difference. Rather
than warming up with early stuff, the album immediately kicks things into high gear with “Heart of the Sunrise.” A respite is offered with “Wonderous
Stories,” then the majesty of The Yes Album is allowed to sink in, followed by another track from Fragile and the entire version of “And You And I.”
Two live tracks from the 1978 tour (originally released as a free single with the elpee) appear at the end. Twenty years later, this is still the
band’s classic music: from The Yes Album to Yessongs (with Going for the One earning an honorable mention). The 1994 digital remaster from Atlantic
sounds great and features additional artwork from Roger Dean.
TRACK LISTING
1. HEART OF THE SUNRISE (Jon Anderson/Chris Squire/Bill Bruford) 10:32
2. WONDEROUS STORIES (Jon Anderson) 3:45
3. YOURS IS NO DISGRACE (Jon Anderson/Chris Squire/Steve Howe/Bill Bruford/Tony Kaye) 9:41
4. STARSHIP TROOPER: 9:26
a. Life Seeker (Jon Anderson)
b. Disillusion (Chris Squire)
c. Wurm (Steve Howe)
5. LONG DISTANCE RUNAROUND (Jon Anderson) 3:33
6. THE FISH (SCHINDERLIA PRAEMATURUS) (Chris Squire) 2:35
7. AND YOU AND I: 10:07
a. Cord of Life (Jon Anderson)
b. Eclipse (Chris Squire/Bill Bruford)
c. The Preacher The Teacher (Jon Anderson)
d. The Apocalypse (Chris Squire/Bill Bruford)
8. *ROUNDABOUT (LIVE) (Jon Anderson/Steve Howe) 7:23
9. *I'VE SEEN ALL GOOD PEOPLE (LIVE): 7:00
a. Your Move (Jon Anderson)
b. All Good People (Chris Squire)
CREDITS
YES & Eddie Offord -- producer (8,9)
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