Time has proven Yes to be the most successful progressive rock band ever. Revered for instrumental virtuosity, bravura vocals, and an atmospheric sound blending classical, folk, pop, and metal, they defined the genre in it's formative days and remain it's ultimate heroes. CLOSE TO THE EDGE - a #3 album in the U.S. in 1972 - is widely considered the peak of Yes' artistry.
LP originally released on September 13th, 1972.
Comes in a jewel case with booklet.
"Close To The Edge" is a legendary progressive rock album by the British band Yes, released in 1972 and now available in CD format from Atlantic/q Records. This masterpiece features three epic tracks that showcase the band's virtuosity, complex compositions, and innovative soundscapes. With Jon Anderson's ethereal vocals, Steve Howe's intricate guitar work, Chris Squire's powerful bass lines, Rick Wakeman?s dazzling keyboards, and Bill Bruford?s dynamic drumming, "Close To The Edge" has become a cornerstone of progressive music history. Yes are renowned for their ambitious musical vision and have achieved international acclaim with albums like "Fragile," "Going For The One," and "90125." Over decades of success?including induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame?Yes remain icons of their genre. Atlantic/q Records is known for its commitment to high-quality releases across genres; as part of Warner Music Group (Atlantic) with q Records' focus on innovation, they consistently deliver classic albums to new generations.
Otra obra maestra del rock progresivo, en mi opinión superada por Fragile pero por muy poco. Se puede decir que en mayor o menor medida se repite la fórmula de Fragile, en el aspecto sonoro, aunque esta vez solo son 3 canciones, la primera que da nombre al álbum dura algo más de 18 minutos, es sin duda de las mejores composiciones épicas del rock. Hay que tener en cuenta que esta edición no es remasterizada y que no incluye bonus tracks como ediciones posteriores.