Classic Rock: Yes’ “Shoot High, Aim Low”
Shoot High, Aim Low comes from the 1987 album, Big Generator, by the English progressive rock band, Yes. The song is hazy, hypnotic, and sonically alluring. It drifts over an eternally reassuring rhythmic groove, laid down by Alan White (drums) and Chris Squire (bass), which emerges from the chaotic “white noise” of an orchestra warming up—an obvious homage to The Beatles. Exuberant Spanish guitar riffs punctuate warm, glowing synth tones. Occasionally, seemingly “wayward” harmonies challenge …
