90125Live: The Solos is a live album by the English rock band Yes, released in 1985 by Atco Records. It was recorded during the band's tour in support of their widely successful eleventh studio album, "90125," which saw Yes adopting a new, sound with heavier use of keyboards, electronic percussion, and an overall pop style that diverged from their traditional progressive rock roots.
The album is notable because it features the unique individual talents of each of the five band members, with each member given a solo spot. It includes the individual solos of each member, hence the album's name "The Solos." The solos on the album encapsulate the individual members' contributions to the band's vibrant and diverse sound.
The line-up for this album consisted of Jon Anderson (vocals), Tony Kaye (keyboards), Trevor Rabin (guitar, vocals), Chris Squire (bass, vocals), and Alan White (drums). The band was greatly influenced by the then-popular new wave music style, and this is reflected in the synthesizer-heavy arrangements.
9012Live: The Solos received mixed reviews but was a commercial success. The range of tones, from the energetic performances to the intricacies of the solos, makes this album a fascinating document of Yes's journey during this time.
