Like last year, there is a new Yes picture disc released for Record Store Day. Last year it was 90125. This year they turned their attention to Tormato. This is a cool release that is highly recommended to all Yes fans. It should be noted that I have reviewed the actual album (and the music is unchanged) previously at Music Street Journal. For the sake of consistency that review follows here (with the sides indicated) as it still applies to this item.

An album that is rather maligned in fan circles, Tormato is a bit pop oriented, but really has some wonderous moments. The bass sound on this one is a bit experimental, having a very processed approach, and although the majority of the songs are more accessible, there is a spirit of prog rock jamming that creates an openness and spirit of virtuosity throughout.

 Yes on Tormato were Jon Anderson, Chris Squire, Steve Howe, Rick Wakeman and Alan White.

This review is available in book (paperback and hardcover) form in Music Street Journal: 2018  Volume 3. More information and purchase links can be found at: garyhillauthor.com/Music-Street-Journal-2018.

This is a triumphant sounding bouncy number with somje strong guitar work. The cut features a bridge that drops the intensity before building it gradually back up. The segment that heralds the change between sections is quite dramatic.

Based on somewhat silly lyrical subject matter, this is nevertheless a quirky little prog rock number. It really explodes toward the end in a progressive rock jam that simply keeps reinventing itself.