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Yes
Close to the Edge
Genres: Pop, Rock, Classic Rock

Track Listings (7) - Disc #1
1. Close To The Edge: I. The Solid Time Of Change/II. Total Mass Retain/III. I Get Up I Get Down/IV. Seasons Of Man
2. And You And I: I. Cord Of Life/II Eclipse/III. The Preacher The Teacher/IV. Apocalypse
3. Siberian Khatru
4. America (Single Version)
5. Total Mass Retain (Single Version)
6. And You And I (Alternate Version): I. Cord Of Life/II. Eclipse/III. The Preacher Of The Teacher/IV. Apocalypse
7. Siberia (Studio Run-Through Of 'Siberian Khatru')

2003 remastered, reissue of 1972 album with redesigned booklet (digipak/slipcase), restored LP art, archival photos and new liner notes. Includes 4 bonus tracks 'America' (single version), 'Total Mass Retain' (single v... more »

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All Artists: Yes
Title: Close to the Edge
Members Wishing: 6
Total Copies: 0
Label: Elektra / Wea
Original Release Date: 1/1/1972
Re-Release Date: 8/26/2003
Album Type: Original recording reissued, Original recording remastered, Extra tracks
Genres: Pop, Rock, Classic Rock
Styles: Progressive, Progressive Rock, Album-Oriented Rock (AOR)
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPC: 081227379025

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CD Reviews

Good entree into the world of SHM-CD

William R. Bettler | Indiana | 09/17/2010

(5 out of 5 stars)

"If you're like me (god help you) and you found the Led Z

eppelin box from Japan that came out two years ago in the SHM-CD format to be lackluster ("overly bright" is the phrase that comes to mind)this classic album by Yes might restore your interest in this format.

I won't go into details about the quality of "Close to the Edge"--for those who like 1970s prog-rock you probably already know that this was a high watermark.

What you need to know is that the SHM-CD is a revelation. The density of the original production of this album has led to some muddy-sounding Cds in the past, even the domestic releases of the early 2000s. I'm thrilled to say that this problem has been eliminated witht his SHM-CD release.

Individual instruments are clearly defined; textures can now be fully appreciated.

Further, this disc has an incredibly wide dynamic spectrum--the quiets are ultra-quiet and the louds are very loud (but not distorted). Also, the low-end is just superb. Chris Squire's innovative bass-work, long obscured by muddy mixes, is now glowing, funky, and radiant.

Another fun thing I noticed is that Rick Wakeman's stately pipe organ on the title track (long a demonstration disc dating back to the vinyl era) reveals that this disc is not only "wide" in its mix but "tall." The spatial qualities of a church/pipe organ are thrillingly recreated.

In summary, give SHM-CD a chance. I picked this up used on the Amazon Marketplace for about $25 and count it a real bargain. In the past I found a Yardbirds SHM-CD ("Little Games") and Emerson, Lake, and Palmer's self-titled debut for good prices ($16 and $40--ouch, that wasn't such a good price, but I do love the album). These are also good examples of how effective and magical the SHM-CD format can be.

I can't wait to try out the new SACD SHM-CD format cds but am waiting for prices to come down. In the meantime, you might want to treat yourself to this Yes classic."