was overly derivative of the theme music for the TV series Bonanza. This is followed by Howe's guitar riffs, which have been described by various critics as both joyous and menacing. Howe built up the guitar parts using overdubs, which was a new experience to him. Howe stated that he created "a 'studioized' solo because it was made up in different sections. I became three guitarists." Ultimate Classic Rock critic Ryan Reed describes Howe's playing as "a masterwork of staccato crunch, frenetic lead twang and jazz-rock sizzle." Author Dave Simonelli remarks that the "jagged but simple related pattern of chords" that Howe plays are developed in a manner analogous to a symphony. Village Voice critic Robert Christgau also praises Howe's playing on the song. Howe has stated that his guitar solo on the song is one of his favorites because it was the first time he was able to overdub his parts in that manner. Tony Kaye was against the idea of using any kind of synthesizers out of studio, so early live videos show no Moog, and Jon Anderson was forced to handle Kaye's parts on the Dewtron "Mister Bassman" bass pedal synthesizer. Later, when Rick Wakeman joined the band, he took over main riff on MiniMoog during live performances. According to Yes biographer Chris Welch, the vocals by Anderson and Squire "exude a sense of optimism as if all past battles are finally over and nothing can now stop the band's musical odyssey." Personnel Band Jon Andersonlead vocals, percussion Chris Squirebass guitar, backing vocals Steve Howeelectric & acoustic guitars, backing vocals Tony KayeHammond organ, Moog Bill Bruforddrums, percussion See also List of anti-war songs References Bibliography Dimery, Robert 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die New York: Quintet Publishing Limited, 2005. Covach, John Rudolph and Boone, Graeme MacDonald Understanding Rock: Essays in Musical Analysis New York: Oxford University Press, 1997. Yes (band) songs 1971 songs Song recordings produced by Eddy Offord Songs written by Jon Anderson Songs written by Chris Squire Songs written by Steve Howe (musician) Songs written by Bill Bruford Protest songs Anti-war songs Songs of the Vietnam War Atlantic Records singles