Released in February 1971, "The Yes Album" has already stood the test of time. For Yes, one of progressive rock’s stalwarts, the LP marked a critical juncture in the band’s creative life. After two lackluster albums, the group was on the chopping block, poised to be dropped by Atlantic Records before they could find their footing as one of the 1970s' standout acts.
For the one-time covers band, "The Yes Album" marked a critical and commercial breakthrough — and one that clearly arrived in the nick of time as far as the group’s future was concerned. One of the key ingredients in their good fortune was producer Eddy Offord.
