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Title: After some major slumpage, Yes gathers some strength.
Review: After "Going for the one", the last great Yes album, I discontinued my Yes purchases. "The ladder" isn't so much a return to form, but they're trying hard to recapture their grandure. The first song is one of my favorite Yes tracks, the wave of euphoria is almost too much. The rest of the songs aren't as good, but enjoyable non-the-less. I might be one of the few Yes fans who like their lyrics. It's not that I'm trying to understand Jon's message, I just like his spirit; I find it reassuring to be surrounded by positivity. If you've never been able to warm up to Jon Anderson's style perhaps "The Ladder" (and "Magnification") won't be for you.
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