My hat's off to you for this reaction. The Relayer album isn't for everyone. I however am a huge fan, and was lucky enough to see it performed live. Thanks for taking the time for this magnificent piece of music. ❤️
The gates of the delirium was Jon Anderson's interpretation of Tolstoy's War and Peace, starts with vilagers gathering discussing how they have been opressed for years, and they cannot continue and leaving the legacy of oppresions to their kids, they call for arms, and revelion and death to their oppresors, then comes the battle, and finally victory and the return home ( soon o soon the light) and there is peace for their children to enjoy. Steve Howe and Jon formalated most of the music with Patrick Moraz augmenting Steve parts with his counter parts battleling guitars and Keys, and of course the rythim section keeping the frenetic pace until the Soon part were all is resolved and peace reigns. A true Epic.
Along with everything on the Close To The Edge album, this is my favourite Yes track. The battle section is just incredible. It's basically a musical reimagining of Tolstoy's War And Peace.
Amazing to see a reaction to this magnificent epic of a track by Yes. It's a long one ......not their longest, so thank you, and glad that you enjoyed and appreciated it ........ for sure!
I saw this live on my 16th birthday. It was recorded and is part of the yes shows album. I've seen them almost every tour since then and have seen this song done a few times. This band's live sound is absolutely amazing with very few exceptions.
Yes symphonic tour has the best version on AND YOU AND I and highlights their best featuring each musician in the video. I've seen them probably 40-50 times and I choose this as their best. ( Second row center for that one. Behind Janie if any fans read this.)
This is from the one album with Patrick Moraz. It was one of my first concerts at The Hollywood Bowl with Ace opening. Great guitar 🎸 by Steve Howe but even Yes realized these epic tracks had pretty much run their course & the follow-up Going For The One had shorter songs & even a single ! Wonderous Stories.
Ace who? I don't remember them but I was at the incredible Bowl concert as well. The entire concert was deeply moving with the intense grand sound of the orchestra
An epic Masterpiece! It's a really complicated and fascinating piece of music. It's genius the first time you hear it and then every time after it gets better. Just so you know, you should listen to every YES song from the studio albums first, those are the best versions and have the best sound production, in my opinion. Try to find the remastered albums. I could see in your eyes Cythina that the song took you on a journey. That's what YES music does! Next time you do a YES reaction consider Side 2 of Relayer, both songs or 'The Revealing Science of God' from the Tales from Topographic Oceans album. YES!!! The greatest band there ever was or will ever be! Thanks for reacting!🤩
July 19 1975 The first time I saw Yes with the Relayer tour. The first three songs were Sound Chaser, Close To The Edge, and Gates Of Delirium. Brilliant. 🙏🎶
This piece is a harrowing journey tbrough a horrific battle and then the stunning aftermath. Every stage of the cycle is expressed here', the beginning shifts from idyllic and peaceful to those little 'interruptions' with an ominous tone, as though tbere is something oppressive periodically disturbing the peace. Then the tension slowly builds until a decision is made to confront tbe oppressor. This then brings us to the "Listen...should we fight forever?" Section which expresses that doubt so beautifully, then the bad intentions of the opposing force is revealed and the decision to fight takes us right into the battle complete with cannon fire, bombs, swords clashing and blood-curdling screams. To me, the final aftermath, 'Soon' is simply the most beautiful ballad ever written and performed by a rock band. It is easily Jon Anderson's greatest vocal delivery ever put to vinyl..
You made the right choice if listening to this masterpiece for the first time! This complete album is the HEIGHT of 70's YES at their most progressive. Because Rick Wakeman had quit prior, the anticipation of the LP was very high! Moraz's influence again pushed YES into unchartered places. OMG every time her eyes went back inside her head, I knew she'd reached nirvana! LOL! Lyrically Jon's poetry is more literal than ever. It's a musical interpretation of WAR & PEACE and linear progression about soldiers rallying in defense that includes a moment of self-reflection over the need for war just before committing to the intense battle that eventually leads to victory and the aftermath of peace with the hope that someday wisdom can end future conflicts forever... culminating on a positive note. I've seen all the Live renditions but there are a few well recorded versions later without Patrick Moraz on Keys plus the amazing 2001 Symphonic Tour with Orchestra (Tom Brislin on Keys) for future listening.
Little did anyone know when this first came out that we'd still be listening to it all these years later, sadly with the lyrics being more pertinent than ever.
Well done guys, my favourite Yes album bar none. Prog/symphonic rock at it's best. Epic. As a side note, a worth a listen too is Midnight Oil's ''Nothing Lost/Nothing Gained'' off their first and self-titled album. It hints at their prog rock roots until they changed their musical course after visiting the Funhouse in Sydney and seeing the likes of Radio Birdman and The Saints and realising if they didn't increase their BPM's (beats per minute) that they'd be left in the dust. Just like the two previous mentioned bands, Midnight Oil's first three albums are essential.
This song was my choice for all-time greatest masterpiece from the day it came out until I heard Nightwish's "The Greatest Show On Earth." It's now 1b to the 1A of TGSOE, but that does not diminish the absolute genius of this composition. It's an important masterpiece and should be heard, and more importantly, listened to. Mankind keeps going around and around in the same circle, and we appear to be doing that today. Thanks for reacting to this incredible work of virtuosity.
Wow, you've gone there!! This to me is the last great album of their "classic" era. In the UK, punk came in and altered the music scene (in some ways for the better) from c.1976 which affected Yes and other bands for a while. Fantastic track!
"Relayer" marked a departure from the more symphonic sound of Yes' previous albums, incorporating elements of classical music, and jazz fusion with a heavier and more aggressive experimental approach to rock. While it was initially met with mixed reactions (a number of reviewers and fans struggled to appreciate its unconventional structures), the album has grown in stature over time. "Gates of Delirium" is often hailed as a pinnacle of prog rock, even if it pushed the boundaries of what is considered accessible or enjoyable for a wider audience with its audacious approach. Overall, the consensus on "Relayer" is that it is a highly influential and innovative album. It is often regarded as one of Yes' finest works, showcasing their artistry and creative vision, and has been acknowledged as a significant contribution to the progressive rock genre. Its reputation has endured.
You did right. Always listen to the studio version first...unless it's Stevie Ray Vaughan. Then, you can listen to the live versions. I would like to suggest "Ritual", by YES, from the album Tales from Topographic Oceans. You'll love it!
Mmm ! Have an older Brother ,his best mate was a " Yes " man ,but not in the social sense ! He was right into Yes .His Customized Datsun 240 Z had fantastic Air brushed Murals on it from some Yes albums . Artwork on these Albums is by the Fantastic Roger Dean ! If only the Music were as exciting as these Album Covers ! I would have the whole lot ! This to me is very Beige as when I heard it all those years ago .Cant please all people , all the time . thats if they have the time ???? Cor it dont half go on ! Cheers have a good week end .
Remains the question perhaps the saddest question of all, with the saddest possible answer. Why do young men do this? We may be able to work out why given certain circumstances. However, the saddest thing of all is that none of us can even imagine a world where young men did not fight and kill each other as this goes to the very heart of what a human being is. God designed us this way, for both better and worse. It is what both kills us and keeps us alive.
Yes music is very 'out there' and an acquired taste I think. But after a few listens, you're hooked. Incredible musicianship, soundscapes, dynamics and over all sound production
They don't make music like this anymore. It's a masterpiece. Here's a good spiritual one. "In the Presence of". Really good symphonic live version here: th-cam.com/video/X_KDXoMB5wg/w-d-xo.html
You said that most of the work was done by synthesizer. Excuse me, but I think that was a steel slide guitar. Since you mentioned orchestral vibes, I was also thinking of putting it to orchestra, and most of the steel slide would have been violins
@@augustus4437 I have to assume then that you’ve never heard of Punk offshoots like Nirvana and Green Day ?.. how tiresome of you to try and quibble with the lady ..yawn..🥱 👍🏴
The horrible sounds are supposed to represent War-They said it not me -he It's hard to listen to the whole thing. This came out after their masterpiece-Tales of Topographic Ocens-I was very disappointed.. Brian P. Birch
@@ghichens3418 hey hitch my old adversary, of course iv got the right wishbone ash, shouldn't you be polishing your crystals and pebbles for the next moon cycle?🏴✌️
Sorry C n C , I waded through this cack as long as I could ( 05:18 ) but I cannot , just cannot continue abusing myself listening any further . This has Patreon written all over it , no wonder you struggled to post it . I confidently predict this will garner a tiny amount of views and comments it’s that dire . For non punks THIS is why Punk was needed to sweep away bloated , self indulgent , Pomp rock like this . I could go on and on how much I hate this and how it’s the very zenith of everything I despise about Prog but I frankly don’t have the energy to give it my best shot . Bowie and Yes destroyed on the same day by these appalling deep cuts - 🤦♂️ I’m away to fold my socks and pants which is way more stimulating than this pish . Sorry bout that but I’m being honest ….😒 👍🏴
@@Owlstretchingtime78 😝.. don’t get me started again 🦉.. I’m lying in a darkened room right now with a damp cloth on my forehead trying to regain my senses ..😳 👍🏴
@@Owlstretchingtime78 Have dose of The Syn instead. Chris Squire and Peter Banks before Yes "Grounded" from 1967 (th-cam.com/video/8lPcErewvPc/w-d-xo.html)
My hat's off to you for this reaction. The Relayer album isn't for everyone. I however am a huge fan, and was lucky enough to see it performed live. Thanks for taking the time for this magnificent piece of music. ❤️
Based on Tolstoy`s War And Peace, this is another epic masterpiece from Yes, loved it 50 years ago and still loving it now!
The gates of the delirium was Jon Anderson's interpretation of Tolstoy's War and Peace, starts with vilagers gathering discussing how they have been opressed for years, and they cannot continue and leaving the legacy of oppresions to their kids, they call for arms, and revelion and death to their oppresors, then comes the battle, and finally victory and the return home ( soon o soon the light) and there is peace for their children to enjoy. Steve Howe and Jon formalated most of the music with Patrick Moraz augmenting Steve parts with his counter parts battleling guitars and Keys, and of course the rythim section keeping the frenetic pace until the Soon part were all is resolved and peace reigns. A true Epic.
Yes Symphonic from Amsterdam 2001 is perfect a must see. The greatest band that has graced this planet.
I was there. Loved it, and loved seeing the musicians in the orchestra enjoying it as well.
The live version of Yes Symphonic is worth watching with Tom Brislin on Keys.... and the rest of the original band who recorded it.
Along with everything on the Close To The Edge album, this is my favourite Yes track. The battle section is just incredible. It's basically a musical reimagining of Tolstoy's War And Peace.
...That was Not Complicated Music...The Voice of Jon Anderson is BEAUTIFUL...And the LYRICS 💯💯💯💯🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼💜💜💜💜
This one gets them on their feet on karaoke night !
This EPIC ALBUM IS A 💎 GEM...It brought me to TEARS...With the Moving Ballad ...SOON..😪😪😪💜💜💜🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🕊🕊🕊🕊🕊
Amazing to see a reaction to this magnificent epic of a track by Yes. It's a long one ......not their longest, so thank you, and glad that you enjoyed and appreciated it ........ for sure!
My favorite Yes song! Right now and with you guys! ❤❤❤ Here we go 🎉🎉🎉
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This is a challenging first listen for sure. It gets better with subsequent listens 😊
It also gets better when you turn it off !! LOL
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I saw this live on my 16th birthday. It was recorded and is part of the yes shows album. I've seen them almost every tour since then and have seen this song done a few times. This band's live sound is absolutely amazing with very few exceptions.
Yes symphonic tour has the best version on AND YOU AND I and highlights their best featuring each musician in the video. I've seen them probably 40-50 times and I choose this as their best. ( Second row center for that one. Behind Janie if any fans read this.)
This is from the one album with Patrick Moraz. It was one of my first concerts at The Hollywood Bowl with Ace opening. Great guitar 🎸 by Steve Howe but even Yes realized these epic tracks had pretty much run their course & the follow-up Going For The One had shorter songs & even a single ! Wonderous Stories.
Loved Wondrous stories David 👌
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Ace who? I don't remember them but I was at the incredible Bowl concert as well. The entire concert was deeply moving with the intense grand sound of the orchestra
Wasn't Awaken 17 minutes long?
@@jimhardiman3836 yes why?
An epic Masterpiece! It's a really complicated and fascinating piece of music. It's genius the first time you hear it and then every time after it gets better. Just so you know, you should listen to every YES song from the studio albums first, those are the best versions and have the best sound production, in my opinion. Try to find the remastered albums. I could see in your eyes Cythina that the song took you on a journey. That's what YES music does! Next time you do a YES reaction consider Side 2 of Relayer, both songs or 'The Revealing Science of God' from the Tales from Topographic Oceans album. YES!!! The greatest band there ever was or will ever be! Thanks for reacting!🤩
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July 19 1975 The first time I saw Yes with the Relayer tour. The first three songs were Sound Chaser, Close To The Edge, and Gates Of Delirium. Brilliant. 🙏🎶
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Yes' 1980 Compendium Live Album, Yesshows, features the best Sonic, and musically impactful Presentation of, The Gates of Delirium.
I believe that live album was mixed by Chris Squire, which is why the bass sounds so fantastic on it.
This piece is a harrowing journey tbrough a horrific battle and then the stunning aftermath. Every stage of the cycle is expressed here', the beginning shifts from idyllic and peaceful to those little 'interruptions' with an ominous tone, as though tbere is something oppressive periodically disturbing the peace. Then the tension slowly builds until a decision is made to confront tbe oppressor. This then brings us to the "Listen...should we fight forever?" Section which expresses that doubt so beautifully, then the bad intentions of the opposing force is revealed and the decision to fight takes us right into the battle complete with cannon fire, bombs, swords clashing and blood-curdling screams. To me, the final aftermath, 'Soon' is simply the most beautiful ballad ever written and performed by a rock band. It is easily Jon Anderson's greatest vocal delivery ever put to vinyl..
Mark, I totally agree with you about the "Soon" section. The first time I heard it, it took my breath away!
You made the right choice if listening to this masterpiece for the first time! This complete album is the HEIGHT of 70's YES at their most progressive. Because Rick Wakeman had quit prior, the anticipation of the LP was very high! Moraz's influence again pushed YES into unchartered places. OMG every time her eyes went back inside her head, I knew she'd reached nirvana! LOL! Lyrically Jon's poetry is more literal than ever. It's a musical interpretation of WAR & PEACE and linear progression about soldiers rallying in defense that includes a moment of self-reflection over the need for war just before committing to the intense battle that eventually leads to victory and the aftermath of peace with the hope that someday wisdom can end future conflicts forever... culminating on a positive note. I've seen all the Live renditions but there are a few well recorded versions later without Patrick Moraz on Keys plus the amazing 2001 Symphonic Tour with Orchestra (Tom Brislin on Keys) for future listening.
YES❣️The greatest band on this or any other planet❣️❣️❣️🪐🪐🪐🎵🎼🎶👍😎
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Little did anyone know when this first came out that we'd still be listening to it all these years later, sadly with the lyrics being more pertinent than ever.
IT WAS Like Listening to BACH ..🎶🎵🎵🎶🎵🎵🌹🌹🎧🙏🏼🙏🏼🕊🕊🕊🕊
I'm certain that Sir Jay really loved this and has gone back to listen three more times.
He's only kidding that he didn't like it.
Nope ! Stuff that I have bailed 2 mins in !!
@@ghichens3418 That's as far as I got. Jay was crucified for longer
@@colrhodes377 He is a hero , or a complete masochist !
@@ghichens3418😳.. both ! 😅
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Well done guys, my favourite Yes album bar none. Prog/symphonic rock at it's best. Epic.
As a side note, a worth a listen too is Midnight Oil's ''Nothing Lost/Nothing Gained'' off their first and self-titled album. It hints at their prog rock roots until they changed their musical course after visiting the Funhouse in Sydney and seeing the likes of Radio Birdman and The Saints and realising if they didn't increase their BPM's (beats per minute) that they'd be left in the dust. Just like the two previous mentioned bands, Midnight Oil's first three albums are essential.
Yup, superb musicianship from such an innovative group. Hard to believe just how old this band is - skill lasts forever I guess!
Absolute Masterpiece.
Genius. 🎶❤️🎶
This sounds like angels trying to explain the horrors of war
Coda section is one of the most beautiful things ever recorded.
I love all classic Yes and Relayer is my top among the other.
STEVE HOWE is A Masterpiece MUSICIAN 🎶 🎶🎶🎶🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🎸🎸
Gates of Delerium live at QPR is a very good quality live recording with Patrick Moraz on keys. Well worth a watch.
This song was my choice for all-time greatest masterpiece from the day it came out until I heard Nightwish's "The Greatest Show On Earth." It's now 1b to the 1A of TGSOE, but that does not diminish the absolute genius of this composition. It's an important masterpiece and should be heard, and more importantly, listened to. Mankind keeps going around and around in the same circle, and we appear to be doing that today. Thanks for reacting to this incredible work of virtuosity.
This is a great track to go with the studio version.
Wow, you've gone there!! This to me is the last great album of their "classic" era. In the UK, punk came in and altered the music scene (in some ways for the better) from c.1976 which affected Yes and other bands for a while. Fantastic track!
"Relayer" marked a departure from the more symphonic sound of Yes' previous albums, incorporating elements of classical music, and jazz fusion with a heavier and more aggressive experimental approach to rock. While it was initially met with mixed reactions (a number of reviewers and fans struggled to appreciate its unconventional structures), the album has grown in stature over time.
"Gates of Delirium" is often hailed as a pinnacle of prog rock, even if it pushed the boundaries of what is considered accessible or enjoyable for a wider audience with its audacious approach.
Overall, the consensus on "Relayer" is that it is a highly influential and innovative album. It is often regarded as one of Yes' finest works, showcasing their artistry and creative vision, and has been acknowledged as a significant contribution to the progressive rock genre. Its reputation has endured.
The kitty was basically just agreeing with you.❤
Tolstoy's War and Peace in music. Literally
Live version is incredible! 74. Live at QPR. Not hard to find…comes up first in my search lol
You did right. Always listen to the studio version first...unless it's Stevie Ray Vaughan. Then, you can listen to the live versions. I would like to suggest "Ritual", by YES, from the album Tales from Topographic Oceans. You'll love it!
Prog isn't dead it just smells funny
A paraphrase of a Zappa quote, with a different subject 😉!
Mmm ! Have an older Brother ,his best mate was a " Yes " man ,but not in the social sense ! He was right into Yes .His Customized Datsun 240 Z had fantastic Air brushed Murals on it from
some Yes albums . Artwork on these Albums is by the Fantastic Roger Dean !
If only the Music were as exciting as these Album Covers ! I would have the whole lot !
This to me is very Beige as when I heard it all those years ago .Cant please all people , all the time . thats if they have the time ???? Cor it dont half go on !
Cheers have a good week end .
For a great quality live version of “Gates” check out YES Symphonic Live DVD (2000 something nothing from ~1975 has nearly the same quality).
Remains the question perhaps the saddest question of all, with the saddest possible answer. Why do young men do this? We may be able to work out why given certain circumstances. However, the saddest thing of all is that none of us can even imagine a world where young men did not fight and kill each other as this goes to the very heart of what a human being is. God designed us this way, for both better and worse. It is what both kills us and keeps us alive.
This song is like Rainbow’s Stargazer. I track down all reactions for it.
Yes music is very 'out there' and an acquired taste I think. But after a few listens, you're hooked. Incredible musicianship, soundscapes, dynamics and over all sound production
They don't make music like this anymore. It's a masterpiece. Here's a good spiritual one. "In the Presence of". Really good symphonic live version here: th-cam.com/video/X_KDXoMB5wg/w-d-xo.html
Its Steves Fender album
SOON....IS LIKE JESUS coming back from His Crucifixion..🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🕊🕊🕊🕊🌹🌹🌹🌹😪😪😪😪💜💜💜💜💜
Hey Chris, you should look like you’re enjoying yourself.
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You said that most of the work was done by synthesizer. Excuse me, but I think that was a steel slide guitar. Since you mentioned orchestral vibes, I was also thinking of putting it to orchestra, and most of the steel slide would have been violins
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The “distortion”? What distortion? War was what it was
I don't think that Jay adequately described just how awfully pompous this is. As Jay said, this is why we punks ripped music apart.
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But ultimately three chords are just not enough. That why punk didn't last.
@@augustus4437 I have to assume then that you’ve never heard of Punk offshoots like Nirvana and Green Day ?.. how tiresome of you to try and quibble with the lady ..yawn..🥱
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@@jaymacgee_A_Bawbag_Blethering Thank you, my knight in tartan and leather armour
@@augustus4437 As many as three? I didn't realize that we punks were so talented
The horrible sounds are supposed to represent War-They said it not me -he It's hard to listen to the whole thing. This came out after their masterpiece-Tales of Topographic Ocens-I was very disappointed.. Brian P. Birch
I think its very, Uriah heep, or wishbone ash, Zzz Zzz 💤
@@Owlstretchingtime78 that's merely the perception, of the observer . Did you know in Scotland, a owl is known as a " hoolet" ? 🏴✌️
OK ! Your opinion and all that ! But do you have the right Wishbone Ash ???
@@Owlstretchingtime78 Yep ! Martin Turners ! and And Powell ! They threw their toys out of the Pram ! Very confusing ,
@@ghichens3418 hey hitch my old adversary, of course iv got the right wishbone ash, shouldn't you be polishing your crystals and pebbles for the next moon cycle?🏴✌️
@@JamesDickson-vs5of how did you know ?? The only polishing off I did this evening was two bottles of my Black Berry wine ! Yearp
Sorry C n C , I waded through this cack as long as I could ( 05:18 ) but I cannot , just cannot continue abusing myself listening any further . This has Patreon written all over it , no wonder you struggled to post it . I confidently predict this will garner a tiny amount of views and comments it’s that dire . For non punks THIS is why Punk was needed to sweep away bloated , self indulgent , Pomp rock like this . I could go on and on how much I hate this and how it’s the very zenith of everything I despise about Prog but I frankly don’t have the energy to give it my best shot . Bowie and Yes destroyed on the same day by these appalling deep cuts - 🤦♂️
I’m away to fold my socks and pants which is way more stimulating than this pish . Sorry bout that but I’m being honest ….😒
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@@Owlstretchingtime78 😝.. don’t get me started again 🦉.. I’m lying in a darkened room right now with a damp cloth on my forehead trying to regain my senses ..😳
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@@Owlstretchingtime78 Have dose of The Syn instead. Chris Squire and Peter Banks before Yes "Grounded" from 1967 (th-cam.com/video/8lPcErewvPc/w-d-xo.html)
@@Owlstretchingtime78 nay nay and thrice nay 🦉… 😝
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