Yello – Claro Que Si Vinyl Record Set

Yello – Claro Que Si (Ltd. Re-Issue 2022) is a limited-edition vinyl record set for Yello listeners and vinyl collectors. This Yello Claro Que Si release includes the complete ten-track album together with a separate bonus 12-inch record.

This is a 2022 album reissue. The main album is divided between two sides, with five tracks on each side. The bonus record contains the live track “Live At The Roxy N.Y. Dec. ’83”.

Who this edition is for

This set is suitable for anyone who wants to own “Claro Que Si” on physical vinyl. It will also appeal to collectors specifically looking for the limited 2022 edition. Because the live recording is supplied on a separate record, it does not interrupt or alter the running order of the main album.

This release is not a version of the album “Flag”. It is “Claro Que Si”, featuring its own track list, including “Daily Disco”, “Ballet Mécanique” and “Pinball Cha Cha”. This distinction is useful for buyers comparing different Yello albums or looking for a particular title.

Album and bonus-record structure

The main record contains the complete studio album. Side one opens with “Daily Disco” and ends with “She’s Got a Gun”. Side two continues from “Ballet Mécanique” and concludes with “Pinball Cha Cha”. Together, the two sides present the album as a continuous ten-track programme.

The bonus 12-inch record is single-sided. Its first side contains “Live At The Roxy N.Y. Dec. ’83”, while the other side has no additional programme. This is worth remembering when using an automatic turntable or planning to listen to the complete set, as there is no need to turn the bonus record over after the live track finishes.

The separate live record lets the listener choose between the studio album and the concert material. To preserve the intended flow of the album, play both sides of the main record first. The live recording can then be played separately whenever desired.

First side of the album

The first side contains five tracks in the following order: “Daily Disco”, “No More Roger”, “Take It All”, “The Evening’s Young” and “She’s Got a Gun”. This sequence forms the first uninterrupted section of the album programme.

To hear the tracks in their intended order, place the stylus at the beginning of the side. Individual tracks can be selected by using the visible bands between the grooves, but playing all five in sequence gives the clearest sense of the planned progression of side one.

Second side of the album

The second side features “Ballet Mécanique”, “Ouad el Habib”, “The Lorry”, “Homer Hossa” and “Pinball Cha Cha”. After turning over the main record, the album continues with its sixth track. “Pinball Cha Cha” closes the main studio programme.

This clear division keeps the two parts of the album separate from the additional concert recording. The live material is not inserted between the studio tracks, so the reissue preserves the sequence of the main album and leaves the bonus performance as a distinct listening option.

Playback and handling

This set requires a turntable suitable for vinyl records. The cartridge and stylus should be correctly adjusted before playback. Tracking force must be set according to the requirements of the cartridge fitted to the turntable.

Before lowering the stylus onto the bonus record, check which side contains the recording. As the disc is single-sided, it does not need to be turned over after the concert track. This avoids attempting to play the side that has no musical programme.

Keep both the main and bonus records in their sleeves when they are not in use. When removing or replacing a record, hold it by the edges wherever possible. This helps prevent fingerprints from being left on the playable grooves.

What the buyer receives

The set contains the main “Claro Que Si” album and a single-sided bonus 12-inch record. The main programme consists of ten studio tracks. The additional disc is devoted to one concert recording from Yello’s December 1983 performance at the Roxy in New York.

This arrangement is important when choosing the edition. The package is more than a reissue of the main album alone: it also includes separately playable live material directly connected with Yello’s New York performance. At the same time, the bonus content remains independent of the original album sequence.

Technical specifications

FAQ

What is included in the set?

The set consists of the main “Claro Que Si” album and a bonus single-sided 12-inch record. The bonus disc contains a live recording from the Roxy in New York.

Is the bonus record recorded on both sides?

No. It is a single-sided record, with the musical programme on the first side. There is no need to turn it over after the track has finished.

Is the live recording part of the main album?

No. The ten-track album is presented on the main record. The concert track is supplied separately on the bonus 12-inch record.

What equipment is required to play this release?

You need a turntable designed for vinyl records, with a properly adjusted cartridge and stylus. A compatible audio system connected to the turntable is also required to reproduce the sound.

In what order should I play the complete set?

Play the first and second sides of the main album in sequence. The bonus live recording can then be played separately.

Is this a reissue of the album “Flag”?

No. This is an edition of “Claro Que Si” with its corresponding ten-track programme. Tracks from the album “Flag” are not included in this set.

How does the 2022 edition differ from a single-record version of the album?

This limited edition adds a single-sided 12-inch record to the main album. The additional disc contains “Live At The Roxy N.Y. Dec. ’83”.