Yes/Tennessee, USA 1976

The tour after the release of “Relayer” was held from May 28, 1976 to August 22, 1976, with a total of 53 stages, and was also known as the “Solo Album Tour”, as it was also the time when the five members successively released solo albums. ”. The show at the Mid-South Coliseum in Memphis, Tennessee on June 4th, which was the beginning of this tour held only in the United States, is almost completely recorded with a newly discovered audience recording that was good at the time. From Howe’s solo album released in October of the previous year to John’s solo album released this May, this tour included each song in the set list on a rotating basis from the works released in order. Unique and unusual in history, this tour is highly regarded by enthusiasts. Furthermore, as reviewed by core European fans, this performance on this day is considered one of the best in the history of Yes’ live performances in the 1970s, with great momentum, texture, and John’s vocals. , a series of tension and transcendent play that could not be possible any more. First of all, the familiar “Siberian Khatru” follows the opening S.E. “Apocalypse” which replaces “Firebird” only at this time, and at the ending, Alan hits the fill, and then Chris is behind Howe’s transcendent solo. ‘s burst running bass explodes. The explosiveness is the same in the following “Sound Chaser” where he interacts with Moratz, and it’s hard to tell which one is taking the solo. And of course, each member’s solo time, which is unique to this tour, was wonderful, and in the encore, the madness ended with “Roundabout”, which had a unique session-like arrangement of the intro, and “Sweet Dreams”. Although there is a soundboard sound source from the same tour, the most aggressive performance that blows away, such as the commitment to sound quality, is a must-listen for fans. DISC ONE : 1. Apocalypse/2. Siberian Khatru/3. Sound Chaser/4. I’ve Seen All Good People/5. Song of Innocence/6. Hold Out Your Hand / You by My Side/7. Leaves of Green /8. Clap/9. Long Distance Runaround/10. Keyboard Solo/11. Harp Solo DISC TWO : 1. Heart of the Sunrise/2. Gates of Delirium/3. Roundabout/4 Sweet Dreams [Live at Mid South Coliseum, Memphis, Tennessee, USA June 4th 1976] Jon Anderson (Vocals) Chris Squire (Bass Guitar,Vocals) Steve Howe (Guitar,Vocals) Patrick Moraz (Keyboards) Alan White (Drums)