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25 Years Ago: Yes’ ‘Big Generator’ Album Released
In the history of progressive rock, only three bands -- Yes, Genesis, and King Crimson -- have truly been able to survive and even thrive past the genre's critical fall-out in the '70s. For Yes, the more focused, radio-driven '80s were a time of new beginnings, which resulted in some excellent sonic reinventions, along with a few awkward missteps. The band's 12th studio album, 1987's 'Big Generator' (which turned 25 last month), is a prime example of both.