Close To The Edge - Yes - LP - Brand New Vinyl (Arrives in 20days)

Few albums in the pantheon of progressive Rock have the audacity and vision of YES’s "Close to the Edge." Released in 1972, this record redefined the possibilities of the album format, embracing sweeping compositions and virtuoso interplay. The title track, a nearly 19-minute suite, is a journey through shifting musical landscapes—symphonic, unpredictable, and exhilarating. Tracks like "And You and I" reveal the band’s melodic grace, while "Siberian Khatru" pulses with intricate rhythms and guitar textures that still feel fresh decades later. What sets this album apart is its fearless ambition. Jon Anderson’s ethereal vocals soar over Chris Squire’s sinewy bass lines, Steve Howe’s guitar wizardry, Rick Wakeman’s lush keyboard passages, and Bill Bruford’s inventive drumming. Together, YES crafts a sound that is both meticulous and transcendent, inviting listeners to lose themselves in every detail. "Close to the Edge" is more than an album—it’s a statement of intent from a band at the height of their creative powers. For any collector or music lover, owning this on vinyl is not just about nostalgia; it’s about experiencing Rock’s golden era in its most adventurous form.