Yes/MA, USA 1980

The Boston Garden performance on September 9th, the 9th performance from the US tour in the summer of 1980, which was held in conjunction with the release of the album “Drama”, was completely recorded with the best audience recording of the highest peak, which can be declared the best of the tour. Recorded with perfect sound that is surprisingly well-balanced, from high to low frequencies, and full of direct feel comparable to soundboard recording. You can enjoy the show, which was the only time in Jesus history when John Anderson was absent, with ideal sound for about 2 hours. Steve Howe’s performance, which overwhelms the audience with his tense performance, is a must-see. Chris & Alan’s rhythm section is also full of the dynamic feeling of the golden age, and you can listen to a truly creative performance that gives you a more serious mood than the Tormato tour. We keep the number of classical numbers to 5, and the rest are the Drama recorded numbers as the main part of the set. As for the new member Trevor Horn, the second song, Yours Is No Disgrace, doesn’t feel all that strange with the vocal line centered around the chorus, but the high tone part of the 8 minute range is unsteady. And You And I successfully expresses a flavor similar to John’s in the midrange, but it is quite difficult to call this a yes. The big song Parallels, which will be dropped soon after this, is a very valuable number. I think this song was chosen because of the main vocal part in the chorus, but without the main lead vocalist who drives the whole song, the charm of the song wouldn’t come alive. However, you can listen to plenty of very excellent and attractive performances in the Drama recording numbers. All the songs are full of dynamism and colorful colors, and the vocals that cover the ups and downs of the melody and the captivating ensemble play are exquisite. The exciting interaction between Howe and Downs, who can hear the sharp cutting play between the big song Does It Really happen?, Into The Lens, and Go Through This, is a must-listen. There is a rare mistake where the keyboard check sound suddenly becomes loud at 2:57 of Clap, but the fantastic color that is similar to Jeff’s later Asia in White Car where Video Killed The Radio Star is also inserted. The emotional keyboard solo is the best. Chris’s intense bass lead in Tempus Fugit and the following bass solo part can be heard as an amazing play. This part has some good recording, but it’s really impressive. Machine Messiah, where the charm of this lineup is at its peak, is probably the best track of the day. Coupled with the dramatic melody, the performance of everyone working together is truly moving. After that, Starship Trooper will be performed as a Jesus classic, but you can listen to the confident and powerful vocals, probably right after Machine Messiah’s masterpiece. The lively background performance is also great. The encore will be Roundbout, a fun way to end this adventurous live show. Live at Boston Garden, Boston, MA. USA 9th September 1980 TRULY AMAZING/PERFECT SOUND Disc 1 1. Young Person’s Guide/Close Encounters Theme 2. Does It Really Happen? 3. Yours Is No Disgrace 4. Into The Lens 5. Clap 6. And You And I 7. Go Through This 8. White Car Suite (Downes Solo) 9. Parallels 10. We Can Fly From Here Disc 2 1. Tempus Fugit 2. Amazing Grace/The Fish 3. Machine Messiah 4. Starship Trooper 5. Roundabout Trevor Horn – Vocals Steve Howe – Guitars & Vocals Chris Squire – Bass & Vocal Alan White – Drums & Percussion Geoff Downes – Keyboards & Vocals