Description
Yes: Close to the Edge – A Progressive Rock Masterpiece | Digitally Remastered CD
Product Information
- UPC: 075678266621 / 7567-82666-2
- Catalog Number: CA 835 / CA221511
- Product Type: Music CD (Digitally Remastered)
- Genre: Progressive Rock
- Release Year: 1972 (Remastered Edition)
- Label: Atlantic Records (A Time Warner Company)
- Format: CD
- Total Runtime: Approx. 37:56
- Cover Art: Original painting by Roger Dean (1972)
Overview
Yes: Close to the Edge is a landmark album in progressive rock history, showcasing the band's virtuosic musicianship, intricate compositions, and ethereal harmonies. Digitally remastered by Joe Gastwirt at Ocean View Digital, this edition preserves the album's pristine sound quality while enhancing its dynamic range. The album consists of three epic tracks, each a masterpiece of progressive rock storytelling.
Track Listing & Breakdown
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"Close to the Edge" (18:50) – A sprawling, multi-part suite that remains one of progressive rock’s most ambitious compositions.
- I. The Solid Time of Change
- II. Total Mass Retain
- III. I Get Up I Get Down
- IV. Seasons of Man
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"And You and I" (10:09) – A lyrical, melodic journey divided into four movements:
- I. Cord of Life
- II. Eclipse
- III. The Preacher The Teacher
- IV. Apocalypse
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"Siberian Khatru" (8:57) – A high-energy closer blending complex rhythms, soaring vocals, and intricate guitar work.
Product Features
- Digitally remastered for superior audio quality by Joe Gastwirt (Ocean View Digital)
- Original 1972 Roger Dean artwork, an iconic visual representation of the album’s themes
- Full dynamic range preservation, ensuring the album’s lush instrumentation and vocal harmonies shine
- Atlantic Records legacy edition, featuring the original LP liner notes
Interesting Facts
- Conceptual Depth: Close to the Edge was inspired by Hermann Hesse’s Siddhartha and explores themes of spiritual awakening and transcendence.
- Recording Innovation: The album was produced by Yes and Eddie Offord, known for pioneering studio techniques in progressive rock.
- Critical Acclaim: Frequently ranked among the greatest progressive rock albums of all time by Rolling Stone, Prog Magazine, and music historians.
- Artistic Legacy: Roger Dean’s cover art became synonymous with Yes’ brand, influencing fantasy and sci-fi aesthetics for decades.
Publishers & Rights
Label: Atlantic Recording Corporation
Original Release: 1972
Manufactured in Germany by Warner Music Manufacturing Europe
UPC: 075678266621 / 7567-82666-2
Catalog Numbers: CA 835 / CA221511
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