The English prog rock band Yes is one of those bands that have been around for so long that all the original members have been replaced. In the meantime the band is still pulled along by non original but former members like guitarist Steve Howe and drummer Alan White. With The Quest they release a new album according to a tried and tested prog formula. The songs are long and narrative with full,
… layered instrumentations setting the tone. Although The Quest lacks originality, it has some strong points. Especially singer Jon Davison, the youngest member and active in Yes since 2012, is an asset to the group. His high-pitched voice sounds convincing, even on the lesser songs. The quality of the songs differs: the almost childish Dare To Know is in sharp contrast to the beautiful build-up in closing song A Living Island.more
