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If you can afford it, buy it

Johnny Boy | Hockessin, DE | 02/26/2008

(5 out of 5 stars)

"This Yes set is expensive. It is a Japanese import, and it is not readily available for the American market. I'm amazed Amazon even sells it.



This set offers 10 fine Yes songs spanning their years on Atlantic. Although their 1969 self-titled debut is skipped over, this starts with the best song from the 1970 'Time And A Word' record ('No Opportunity Necessary, No Experience Needed,' a great cover by the great Richie Havens) and ends with the 1987 single 'Love Will Find A Way' from the 'Big Generator' album.



Is it 'The Best of Yes'? Hardly. If you like Yes' album tracks ('On The Silent Wings Of Freedom,' from 'Tormato,' is a real treat) than you'll like this record a whole lot.



And, for true Yes fans like me, you already have all of these from different sources, whether it be the 2003 Rhino remasters or through the original 1994 Atlantic remasters, there is really no need to shell out $27.00 for this.



Recommended for the serious Yes fan. New fans and casual fans will want to buy something like 'Highlights' or 'The Ultimate Yes.'



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