Close To The Edge = 危機 - Yes - LP - Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

Few albums have achieved the visionary sweep of 'Close To The Edge.' Released in 1972, Yes’s magnum opus set a new standard for ambition in rock music. The trio of tracks—each sprawling, intricately layered, and meticulously constructed—unfolds like a sonic novel, blending virtuosic musicianship with a sense of boundless exploration. Jon Anderson’s ethereal vocals glide over Steve Howe’s serpentine guitar lines, while Rick Wakeman’s keyboards shimmer and cascade, all anchored by Chris Squire’s assertive bass and Bill Bruford’s dynamic drumming. The album’s title track alone is a masterclass in tension and release, guiding listeners through shifting time signatures and moods. 'And You and I' and 'Siberian Khatru' further showcase the band’s knack for marrying complexity with emotional resonance. 'Close To The Edge' is not just a high-water mark of progressive rock—it’s a testament to what happens when artists push themselves, and their genre, to the edge. For collectors and audiophiles, this record offers both a historical milestone and a perennial source of discovery, revealing new details with every listen. Owning it on vinyl is an invitation to experience one of rock’s most immersive adventures in its purest form. Track List: - Close To The Edge - 18:12 A1.1 - The Solid Time Of Change - A1.2 - Total Mass Retain - A1.3 - I Get Up I Get Down - A1.4 - Seasons Of Man - - And You And I - 10:40 B1.1 - Cord Of Life - B1.2 - Eclipse - B1.3 - The Preacher The Teacher - B1.4 - The Apocalypse - - - - B2 - Siberian Khatru - 9:57