Jethro Tull was one the most well-known bands of the 70's, a band that carved out their own niche, in many ways unlike any other. Ian Anderson vocalist is an extremely talented musician and composer.
So you must've come across the Moody Blues? I'm in my late 60s so my memory isn't as sharp as it used to be. I cannot remember who in the band is the Flautist. There's very few out there, new or old that use the Flute as a top-line instrument in a band; they're missing out on something Special.
Jethro Tull was an English farmer and inventor. He was most famous for inventing the seed drill. Their manager was a history buff and chose the name. Love Tull. Mike from Maine
The name was one of many used as a rotating "new band" that would fool the marquee mgrs. to try a new band when actually it was mostly the same guys again. Really important if your last gig there didn't sell the room. They would change outfits and their hair etc...got way more bookings that way. It's the name used when they got noticed
Yassss! Jethro Tull has a wide range of music from quite heavy to very ethereal. Some of my favorites by them are "Skating Away on the Thin Ice of a New Day", "Songs from the Woods", and of course, "Thick as a Brick", but that song is over 40 minutes long. Boop!
Late 60s - 70s - and beyond till now Jethro Tull was a 18th century English agricultural innovator who invented the seed drill pulled by draught horses Cracks the English-speaking world up the way Yanks pronounce ‘Tull’ like ‘pull’. ‘Tull’ is pronounced ‘t-uh-l’.
@@philodonoghue3062 No we Yanks don't. You may have stumbled upon one or two who pronounce it like that but it's not the norm and they don't sound like actual fans of the band. Everyone who dates back to when Tull were huge knows the correct way to pronounce it.
No matter which song is played on the radio, when I hear Jethro Tull play, the volume goes to 11. Later, I'll post a very different song of theirs on Patreon just to listen to. Thanks for reacting to them.
Jethro Tull was huge in the 1970's. I saw them as a kid, and Ian Anderson did his trademark flute-standing-on-one-leg for like 15 minutes. Their album, Thick As a Brick, was a single song that filled both sides of the album. They eventually released a much shorter radio version of that one, but any real Tull fan could sing the entire album.
Diane … you need to learn what a hero Ian Anderson is … he created a Salmon Ranch in order to give employment to a whole coastal town where almost nobody had jobs. He was Knighted by the Queen for his philanthropy!
Jethro Tull was awesome, their albums in the late 60s and 70s are utter classics and worth listening too, they were an amazing musical stew of Rock, Blues, Classical, Folk, Jazz, New Age and some Renn. The album this song you are reacting to is Aqualung, always mentioned as one of their best both musically and in popularity, it made them superstars in 1971. I saw them at least a half dozen times, 4 times in their 70s prime including front row right near Ian Anderson's mic stand, Martin Barre did several solos a couple feet away and blew our minds! They also are noted for great epics, Thick As a Brick takes up an entire album for one epic suite, it is well worth checking out. This band will earn your love and respect as you delve into their great music. Rock On and enjoy! 🎵🎸🎤🎹🎷🎻🎶
Jethro Tull is one of the classic bands. So many excellent songs. A great live band with great stage presence. Got their start in the 1960's. Good reaction, thanks sharing. 😊🎉❤
That moment where you went from pouting sadly at the balloon popping back to bopping along happily to the music in two seconds was hilariously adorable! I have to wonder what "Editor Diane" thought when she saw that.
Try Minstrel in the Gallery Live from the 70's A great song. I've seen them 7 or 8 times. They were one of my favorites in the mid-70's Yeah, I'm 65 and love Rock & really all kinds of music. It's fun to see young people check out music from the 70's & 80s. Keep it up Diane! I also enjoy time on the boards.
When hearing a band or song for the first time I highly recommend listening to the studio version first, it's the true vision while a live performance, while great, is the the mood of the event.
Thx! I’ve always been a dedicated fan of Tull. The 14min song is Thick as a Brick! A very strong album is Songs From The Woods. Legendary. I play many instruments but my first was flute and Ian amazed me with his talent! Made my day Diane.
Thick as a Brick is at least 40 minutes. Anderson wanted to make an album that made fun of concept albums and succeeded at making the best concept album ever. Lol
I had a friend, Arnie, who was a jazz drummer, who called them Jethro Dull back in 1970-71. I didn't know Jon Bonham had done the same thing. As for myself, I liked Jethro Tull, I had all of their early albums up to A Passion Play. I actually saw them back when Ian Anderson had all his hair. Thanks for this video.
Bonham called them Jethro Dull because they didn't get involved in the usual rock and roll shenanigans when they toured with Zeppelin. It was nothing to do with the music, in fact Bonham called Tull's drummer Barriemore Barlow the greatest drummer England ever produced.
Tull remain one of my favourite bands of all time. Ian Anderson is an absolute character and a brilliant musician. Diane, a trip down the JT rabbit hole is a worthwhile endeavour. You will not be disappointed.
Jethro Tull was a very theatrical prog rock band! With Ian Anderson on lead vocals and flute. Many great prog/blues rock albums by them. Many hit classic rock songs!! Great stage show.
Thanks Diane! I have never really been into Jethro Tull - but I do like this song. As always. I really find your exploration of the song/band after you finish playing the song really interesting!
Cool seeing your reaction for this one. The energy Ian Anderson.puts out everytime on stage gyrating, spinning his flute, and hand gesturing to every changing rhythm of the music, to blasting out a phenomenal flute solo, has professional flautists and vocal anaylists wonder how he posseses such wind power. All these factors makes him my favorite all time frontman. Ian's crazed bug eyed look, as he sings, that occasionally you would also see in keyboardest, John Evan, was a personna they took on. Jethro Tull can play more melodic, mideval(?) sounding songs with Ian 's voice soothing and the words can be almost stand alone lyrics that can be poems unto themselves.
While they had a lot of album sales over a number of years, I still feel they were one of the most underrated bands that came out of the great rock era. Ian Anderson's singing and flute playing got a lot of attention, their guitar player was outstanding.
Good choice to start getting to know Jethro Tull. Thanks to post it. Band led by the incomparable Ian Anderson who was top in the seventies and who are still on the road, the name of the band comes from an old brand of field tools. Anderson is an authentic musician and composer who, in addition to playing several instruments, was self-taught in learning the classical flute, experimenting with new sounds and techniques not very well seen by the classical community of the time. His technique of vocalizing while playing is absolutely spectacular (check My God live Isle of Wait). Rock and Roll with a Scottish flavor and with such memorables concerts with expressiveness, theatricality, waste of energy and a lot of fun, with the great dedication of an artist, showman and almost a superman, imagine two hours playing, singing, jumping running up and down , sing again, blow the flute, run and play again and again with his iconic pose standing on one leg and with one arm raised above his head!!! and not drop dead. you can see the audience in this video how they enjoy it. If you like you could check the live versions : Aqualung ,Thick as Brick , My God, Wind up , Living in the past ,Cross eye Mary . Keep on rocking Diane❤
Jethro Tull is an amazing band. The really interesting thing about what Locomotive Breath is about is that it was released in 1971. And how things the song addresses have only gotten worse over the decades. I would also suggest listening to the song "Aqualung" or even listening to the full album of the same name. I love these videos. Seeing your reactions and getting into the music. It brings back memories of me discovering music like this in my younger years. Keep up the great work, Diane. Much love to you and Chewie from Pennsylvania❤❤❤❤❤❤ Take Care and Stay Safe.
As always, Patreon and channel memberships allow the music reactions to happen, since they are always demonetized due to copyright claims. Cool. Jethro Tull was big for a while, particularly in the 1970s. The name comes from an 18th Century agriculturalist, who among other things invented the seed drill. The song you're hearing is "Locomotive Breath," from the "Aqualung" album which was probably the band's most successful album. The singer/flute player is Ian Anderson, who is the chief songwriter for the band. He is responsible for the theatricality, and had the odd habit of standing on one leg while playing the flute. The 44-minute long song is "Thick as a Brick" which was one song that took up an entire album. The long-form work continued with their next album "A Passion Play" which was several songs combined into one continuous work. By the way, another rock song featuring the flute that might be a good reaction is the song "Hocus Pocus" by the Dutch band Focus. It's an instrumental with variations on a theme, and a bit of bizarre fun.
Hi, this is my first time watching a reaction video in your channel. Thanks for sharing your first experience with Jethro Tull. I'm a progressive rock fan and they are one of my all time favorite acts. They have a huge back catalogue, spanning over 5 decades, since late 60s, and they are still active. They have many different lineups, and different eras regarding the musical direction, you may like some of them more than the others. I'd be very happy to see more from them in your channel. Thanks again & cheers! 💕
I was lucky , as a young boy , I saw Passion Play in either Dallas or Ft Worth Texas , 1973. I was 15 yrs. I have never forgotten that concert, I was amazed. Thank You. Texas.
Thank you Diane for checking out Jethro Tull. I love that band! Give yourself and Chewie a big from me, Karl and my two dogs Lucky! 🐕 and Brutis! Have a blessed night and sweet dreams ✨ 😊🎉❤
I've seen Tull live, they are very theatrical thanks to the antics of the Scotsman Ian Anderson, hard to believe they've been around since 1967 , a past member is one of the world's greatest guitarists, Tony iommi, black sabbath, give them a listen, Tull still performs, I highly recommend them, fantastic live show , the long song you mentioned is thick as a brick, it's epic , new york
Jethro Tull blends so many different styles from Folk Rock, Progressive Rock and Hard Rock all at once. Very transitional rock band that had a multi decade run. Hard to think of many other bands that sound like them especially with the heavy use of the flute as not only a filler but also as the lead instrument at times. So I am not sure if you have covered any Australian bands but what about The Little River Band and their song Cool Change which is a Yacht Rock staple?
This piece was first released on the "Aqualung" album in 1971. In the, then, studio version Anderson's voice is less impacted by a decade on the road with the band. But his flute playing here is more virtuoso. That flute - baton? - playing was self-taught. I'd argue that Jethro Tull always was a genre of its own. They also were a "musicians' band" in the sense that other musicians appreciated them. In this live performance, the "Locomotive Breath" piece ends earlier than the video that includes the transition into another piece. Anderson was always mystical about the lyrics of this piece. It seems simple. All time loser Charlie finds his best friend and wife in bed having fun and now set something in motion that he cannot undo any more. As metaphor, he stole the handle of the locomotive and on tracks, there is no place else a train can go than down the tracks. And now he's panting like an old steam locomotive. In that senses, this gruesome concept compares to the Rolling Stones' "Paint it black" that makes you want to dance while the lyrics are about losing a best friend and being in their funeral procession. I prefer the original studio version, but there is some magic in this live performance too.
I grew up listening to Jethro Tull ... saw them about 10 times in concert. Later, as an internationally published music journalist, had the honor of interviewing Ian Anderson (flute/lead vocals/guitar/composer) and Martin Lancelot Barre (guitarist/composer). Now, if you've never heard of them before, check out Dirty Loops ... start with "Hit Me" and then go down the deep rabbit hole.
That must have been amazing! When I was in jr high my neighbor across the street at the corner of my bus stop was in a band that opened for them once and I still get all giddy thinking I knew someone who knew them🤭Couldn’t imagine the honor of meeting them in person 🥰🤯Love it but I’m jealous 😳😁
@@Deam7666 It wasn't in person. Both interviews were over the telephone and at different years, yet for the same publication. It was indeed an honor as I'd been a fan of the band for two decades or so before conducting the interviews. These were just two of the hundreds of interviews I've done over the years, FYI. Among the others: Jeff Beck, George Benson, Lily Tomlin, Tony Bennett, Chris Squire, Bill Bruford, Alan White, and many others.
Jethro Tull has been my favorite band since the early 70's. Best concert I ever went to also, in 1979. So many songs I could suggest, I'll have to think about it a bit.
I was playing this very track while in my kitchen one day in the company of a District Nurse who enquired as to who "Jethro Tull" were. She is now a "Tull" fan among many other 60s/70s Rock Bands she'd never heard of. Being in her 20s she remarked on how brilliant Rock Band from my era, including the likes of Led Zeppelin, Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, KISS, we're & so much better than the mainly "DROSS" of so-called Rock Bands that are playing today, with a very few exceptions, and even those, such as RHCP and AC/DC (1973) are still going now! Is it me or do some of our Younger Rockers agree with me?
There's an awful lot to choose from here. My two favorite albums are songs from the wood and heavy horses. Phenomenal! Every single tune. Definitely a different feel than earlier and later Jethro Tull.
My favorite Jethro Tull piece. The album version is more descriptive as it sounds like a steam locomotive out of control. In my opinion, this is a great example of music that is capable of creating an image strictly by the music without the need of lyrics. Other examples are _Flight of the Bumblebee,_ _Sleigh Ride,_ _The Typewriter,_ _Autumn Leaves,_ and even Deep Purple's _Highway Star._ Another good choice, thanx.
@@DianeJennings Just to clarify, there is a piano piece known as _Autumn Leaves,_ not one of the many pop songs and ballads of the same name. I tried to find a good version of this in TH-cam, but all I could find are the jazzy versions. It might be that the song I am remembering is a different title, so let's just skip that one.
You are completely capable of listening to the studio version of Thick As a Brick all 43 plus minutes, but you mentioned that you might lose interest. Therefore you should check out the live Madison Square Garden (1978) show which begins with a condensed version of this album (side one) which is about 13 and a half minutes- but an amazing performance by the band. I will be checking on your channel to see your reaction to this. It will be worth your time to watch it! There’s a lot of theatrics in this video. God bless you for your learning of some of the music from previous decades, especially Tull. There are many groups from the late 60’s throughout the 70’s you will find such as Yes,Rush, King Crimson, Pink Floyd, and Emerson,Lake, and Palmer etc. Over and out!
I was fortunate to have experienced Jethro Tull live 3x in Colorado USA, and this song is a great example of every concert they did. Energetic, Theatrical ,and great Rock N Roll. IAN ANDERSON is one of the great Front men of all time. Never a dull moment.
Firstly .... 19th century Jethro Tull - an amazing character, who changed the face of faming in England, in the mid 1800's. Secondly ..... Jethro Tull, Prog Rock group - HUGE international following from the 1960's to present. AMAZING MUSICIANS. You have SO MUCH to learn dear child..... SOOO MUCH !!!!!!!
Jethro Tull is one of my favorite bands--back in high school I listened to them and Pink Floyd a *lot*. "Songs From The Wood" is my favorite album of theirs. My favorite songs off the album are "Hunting Girl" and "Velvet Green."
Jethro Tull was the first concert I ever went to. It was back in 1978. Ian Anderson is the lead singer and flute. He is the heart of the band. The concert I went to we had 11th row and for the encore we rushed the stage. Ian Anderson came down to his knees right in front of me and i could see the veins popping out of his head. Great show. A experience i will never forget..
I enjoyed this reaction. “Aqualung” was my favorite of theirs primarily for the guitar solo. When the editor looks at Diane, she sees flaws with make up. When we look at Diane, we see a very pretty bright-eyed lass with an angelic face. She exudes pure loveliness greasy or not! 😍😍
Happy Monday Diane! Hope that you're doing well! I don't think that I have ever heard of Jethro Tull. They sounded like a very good band! Have a great week and be well! 👋😎🎉🎊🙏❤️
The band adopted the name of: Jethro Tull (baptised 30 March 1674 - 21 February 1741, New Style) was an English agriculturist from Berkshire who helped to bring about the British Agricultural Revolution of the 18th century. He perfected a horse-drawn seed drill in 1701 that economically sowed the seeds in neat rows, and later developed a horse-drawn hoe. Tull's methods were adopted by many landowners and helped to provide the basis for modern agriculture.
One of my Favorite Bands from the Early 70’s and Ian Anderson is one of the most talented Stage Performers Ever. That 40 minute song you talked about is one full album but they shortened it to about 8 or 9 minutes for Concerts “ Thick as a Brick “ also listen to Aqualung,Living in the past, Skating away on the thin Ice of the new Day,Minstrel in the Gallery, Teacher, with you there to Help Me, and So many other great songs and they still make albums today but their 70’s Classics are my favorites because those were the Best days of my life👍🏻
As a matter of historical interest, their name is taken from Jethro Tull, an English agriculturist from Berkshire who helped to bring about the British Agricultural Revolution of the 18th century. He perfected a horse-drawn seed drill in 1701 that economically sowed the seeds in neat rows, and later developed a horse-drawn hoe.
Yes, they were one of the more theatrical bands back then. The show I saw blew me away. When I arrived I heard a sound like someone hit a bass drum. And there was a screen up above where the band would be with what looked like a butterfly on it. About 15 minutes later another boom and it looked like the butterfly might have moved. At increasingly shorter and shorter intervals, more booms and the butterfly was definitely moving. Then the lights went down and now you could see that it wasn't a butterfly at all, but a ballerina bent over backwards and raising up. Then the ballerina started dancing through a forest with mystical creatures. And now music is playing . Stage lights come up while the screen goes dark. The band is playing on stage and the ballerina is dancing around them. That was how the show started. The warm up band was a no show, so Jethro Tull played for 3 hours that night. It was great.
Now ye'r spreadin' my Jam on the bread, Irish Girl! I've been a devoted connoisseur of progressive rock since the get go. A lot of the musicians in this genre are "classically trained" -- that is, rock rebels from the orchestra! From the complex melodies, deeply theatrical lyrics, unwavering devotion to musically excellent performance. This music is meant for listening, not dancing. You've already reviewed a few prog rockers, so I'll start a list with them... Pink Floyd Moody Blues Queen Yes King Crimson Procol Harum Renaissance Emerson, Lake, & Palmer Kansas Kraftwerk Gentle Giant Focus Genesis Hope you get to the rest of the list, Diane. It's so intriguing to watch you on this grand musical journey.
I saw a concert by Ian Anderson in Grant Park, near the cloudgate statue about 15 or 20 years ago, backed up by The Chicago Symphony Orchestra and it was amazing!!!!
Good reaction video Diane. And it's good to see Editor Diane again. I enjoy Jethro Tull. You are picking some unusual bands which is really enjoyable for subscribers. May I suggest "life during wartime" by the Talking Heads for a future video? There is a good live concert video available.
Like 25 or 30 years ago (!?) or so, I drove with this band in their tourbus as they were playing a concert in Germany. Very nice guys! ... and it was a really great concert! :) My favourite song is still "Bourrée" (studio version) < it's a 4 minute instrumental. Great recording, great sound, great tune!
Thanks for that reaction, i loved to see your amazement and your addiction. They are one of my favoriten bands since 1975 when I listened them first. You should also listen to the studio version. Very different in the beginning but also haunting. Please have also a look at "Green Velvet", Heavy Horses" and "Thick as a brick" (the 40 min. song ;-)
Gratulations for finally finding the door to one of the most astonishing musical acts out there! Your next song should be the 1977 live version (from London) of their 45 minute-song 'Thick as a Brick'....no fear, after the album release tour they played a shorter 12-minute version on stage. If you thought this live version here (Locomotive Breath) is theatrical, then check 'Thick as a Brick'. Please! Enjoy :)
Great to see you discover one of the most talented "prog rock" bands that ever emerged from the late 60s. And one of the most insane flutists that ever lived haha. If you're wondering where you heard the name Jethro Tull before, it may be from history lessons. A certain Jethro Tull was a very innovative agriculturalist from the 18th century whose inventions revolutionized farming. Worth digging into JT's other great songs as well on the Aqualung album and beyond.
Whenever I think of Jethro Tull I remember "Five little girls with battered 10-speeds" from Aqualung. The net says it was misheard, I'll listen again. It is very JC Superstar, I never thought of that🤔
Great stuff from what I remember of my youth. If you remember the 1970's, you weren't there, as one wag said. Suggest 'Aqualung', and more 'Aqualung', followed by more 'Aqualung'.
Some bands have used flute occasionally, but Jethro Tull is the only rock band I know of that uses it regularly. A lot of their songs are not as rocked-out as this one. Their song Living in the Past is more folky, and features the flute prominently. Other rock/popular recordings that feature flute include Moondance by Van Morrison, Undun by The Guess Who, California Dreaming by The Mamas and the Papas, Color My World by Chicago, There Is a Mountain by Donovan, Ruby Tuesday by The Rolling Stones, Spill the Wine by Eric Burdon and War. Herbie Mann and Hubert Laws, a couple of jazz musicians, specialized in flute. Some bands/songs I'd like you to react to: 25 or 6 to 4 by Chicago Shining Star, September, or Getaway by Earth, Wind and Fire Baker Street by Gerry Rafferty I'm Not in Love by 10cc The Cisco Kid by War Suite - Judy Blue Eyes by Crosby, Stills and Nash House of the Rising Sun or We Gotta Get Out of This Place by The Animals Thanks!
If you want to hear a great progressive rock band, then I recommend Kansas. You may have heard some of their songs since they have been used in movies. Old School comes to mind...😊
No other group had that energy live like Jethro Tull. They were fantastic!!! Their live album 'Bursting Out' is one of the best live albums ever made in rock history...
I've actually heard Jethro Tull's music being played several times on an NPR show called 'Toss the Feathers' which plays Celtic and Celtic-inspired music.
Hi Diane! One of my favorite bands of all time. I first heard them in 1968 or '69, and they're still going strong. Ian Anderson and Martin Barre are actually the only two members of the original band. Ian Anderson wrote almost all of the music and in addition to lead vocals, plays the flute and guitar. Tull spans a wide range of music, often with old English folk music roots, Some songs, like Wondering Aloud, are gentle and soothing while others really rock. A funny thing happened at the Grammy Awards one year in the early 90's. They were nominated for the best heavy metal album along with some other groups, including Metallica. Everyone figured Metallica was a shoe in, but to everyone's surprise, Tull won! The cameras were on Metallica, sitting in the audience, and when they started to announce the winners, they were already starting to get up. Quelle surprise! I only saw them once, in Fort Worth, Texas, in the late '90s. It was surprising when Anderson rolled out on the stage in a wheelchair. He had fallen off the stage at a concert in South America and broken his leg a few days before. They went on to do a great show, what a trooper! The 44 min. song is Thick As A Brick, also the title of the album. It goes through many moods and tells a story. No, I don't work for Google, this is just stuff off the top of my head, but I better shut up before I lose your attention. I really hope you and the Chewster are doing great, oh and by the way, if you want to auction off a lock of your hair, I'll start the bidding at $20 US. I love you and goodbye for now!
Jethro Tull (the band) have over their career have covered lots of genres, (blues, rock, jazz influence, folk, etc) so I always say their genre is "Jethro Tull".
@@larryk731 That probably covers it, but personally I don't think traditional prog rock and at different stages they leaned into one or more genres. Starting (as so many bands did) with early on blues to more folky with the later "Songs From The Wood" and "Heavy Horses" with prog in between, not to mention the "this is a concept album" of "Thick as a Brick" when someone "accused" them of making a concept album with "Aqualung".
The song came out in 1971, the best year in the history of music. ELP came out with Tarkus, Traffic with "The Low Spark of High Heel Boys, Yes came out with not 1, but 2 of the best albums ever made, and I'm just getting started!
Diane, you need to listen to Whaler's Dues off the album Rock Island (1989). It's more of a ballad, than a rock song. So I think you would really like it. Ian Anderson gets very emotional while playing his flute (you can hear him actually sobbing while trying to blow). The story behind the song (the lyrics) will bring tears to your eyes. I bought the album when it first came out, and I still, even today, sob uncontrollably when listening to that song. I love emotional music.
Great group diane. Need to explore them some more. They were less dull then led zepplin and i love led zepplin. Great reaction and please do more. I hope you become a fan. As you can tell they are very popular by how many views and likes you already have an hour in.
I really like Jethro Tull. I only have their Aqulung album from back in the vinyl days. Their lyrics are deep if you listen carefully.
Yes they are
That makes sense!
Looking especially beautiful in this video Diane! Looked like you had fun with the chaos of Jethro Tull lol
She does!
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Editor is my fave though
Jethro Tull was one the most well-known bands of the 70's, a band that carved out their own niche, in many ways unlike any other. Ian Anderson vocalist is an extremely talented musician and composer.
The look of fear/confusion when the guitar starts plus your expression of genuine surprise with the flute...just perfect. 😂
It’s so random!
I have played flute for 60 years. It is so refreshing to hear flute as a main instrument and not just a background accompaniment.
I've seen more than a few flautists react to Andersen's work; they're uniformly impressed.
Try "Sing Child Sing" by Heart. th-cam.com/video/QQk867izt4M/w-d-xo.html
You would love the Jethro Tull Christmas Album. Great tunes . . . Some great instrumental only.
@DianeCasanova -- One has to remember that Ian Anderson was not formally trained and is completely self-taught.
So you must've come across the Moody Blues? I'm in my late 60s so my memory isn't as sharp as it used to be. I cannot remember who in the band is the Flautist. There's very few out there, new or old that use the Flute as a top-line instrument in a band; they're missing out on something Special.
Jethro Tull was an English farmer and inventor. He was most famous for inventing the seed drill. Their manager was a history buff and chose the name. Love Tull. Mike from Maine
The name was one of many used as a rotating "new band" that would fool the marquee mgrs. to try a new band when actually it was mostly the same guys again. Really important if your last gig there didn't sell the room. They would change outfits and their hair etc...got way more bookings that way.
It's the name used when they got noticed
Yassss! Jethro Tull has a wide range of music from quite heavy to very ethereal. Some of my favorites by them are "Skating Away on the Thin Ice of a New Day", "Songs from the Woods", and of course, "Thick as a Brick", but that song is over 40 minutes long. Boop!
I can’t imagine that would ever be freed from a block jail!
Late 60s - 70s - and beyond till now
Jethro Tull was a 18th century English agricultural innovator who invented the seed drill pulled by draught horses
Cracks the English-speaking world up the way Yanks pronounce ‘Tull’ like ‘pull’. ‘Tull’ is pronounced ‘t-uh-l’.
@@philodonoghue3062 No we Yanks don't. You may have stumbled upon one or two who pronounce it like that but it's not the norm and they don't sound like actual fans of the band. Everyone who dates back to when Tull were huge knows the correct way to pronounce it.
No matter which song is played on the radio, when I hear Jethro Tull play, the volume goes to 11. Later, I'll post a very different song of theirs on Patreon just to listen to. Thanks for reacting to them.
Why not make ten louder and make that the loudest one?
@@DianeJennings But it's 11🤣😅
@@DianeJenningswait? Have you seen that movie? Pleased and shocked.
Because this goes to 11!
@@farfromperfek I think she's actually QUOTING the movie there, so I'm sure she's seen it.
love jethro tull, fantasic, listened to them for hours and hours,
Lovely! 🎭
And then you got to the second track? 😄
Jethro Tull was huge in the 1970's. I saw them as a kid, and Ian Anderson did his trademark flute-standing-on-one-leg for like 15 minutes. Their album, Thick As a Brick, was a single song that filled both sides of the album. They eventually released a much shorter radio version of that one, but any real Tull fan could sing the entire album.
Diane … you need to learn what a hero Ian Anderson is … he created a Salmon Ranch in order to give employment to a whole coastal town where almost nobody had jobs. He was Knighted by the Queen for his philanthropy!
Much as we think he should be "Sir" Ian, it was an MBE he received from Prince (at the time) Charles for services to music.
Jethro Tull was awesome, their albums in the late 60s and 70s are utter classics and worth listening too, they were an amazing musical stew of Rock, Blues, Classical, Folk, Jazz, New Age and some Renn. The album this song you are reacting to is Aqualung, always mentioned as one of their best both musically and in popularity, it made them superstars in 1971. I saw them at least a half dozen times, 4 times in their 70s prime including front row right near Ian Anderson's mic stand, Martin Barre did several solos a couple feet away and blew our minds! They also are noted for great epics, Thick As a Brick takes up an entire album for one epic suite, it is well worth checking out. This band will earn your love and respect as you delve into their great music. Rock On and enjoy! 🎵🎸🎤🎹🎷🎻🎶
Jethro Tull is one of the classic bands. So many excellent songs. A great live band with great stage presence. Got their start in the 1960's. Good reaction, thanks sharing. 😊🎉❤
Rock on!
Stage presence was their second name, way before pink floyd's heads were devised in the musical horizon.
Diane, back in the day, I saw Jethro Tull several times in concert. It was always a great concert! 🙂
I bet it was!
I grew up listening to them. They were great to see live!
That moment where you went from pouting sadly at the balloon popping back to bopping along happily to the music in two seconds was hilariously adorable! I have to wonder what "Editor Diane" thought when she saw that.
Try Minstrel in the Gallery Live from the 70's A great song. I've seen them 7 or 8 times. They were one of my favorites in the mid-70's Yeah, I'm 65 and love Rock & really all kinds of music. It's fun to see young people check out music from the 70's & 80s. Keep it up Diane! I also enjoy time on the boards.
When hearing a band or song for the first time I highly recommend listening to the studio version first, it's the true vision while a live performance, while great, is the the mood of the event.
Some of the best musicians in rock. Every album has a different feel
Thx! I’ve always been a dedicated fan of Tull. The 14min song is Thick as a Brick! A very strong album is Songs From The Woods. Legendary. I play many instruments but my first was flute and Ian amazed me with his talent! Made my day Diane.
Thick as a Brick is at least 40 minutes. Anderson wanted to make an album that made fun of concept albums and succeeded at making the best concept album ever. Lol
@@nyxskids thank you I stand corrected. Typing mistake on my part. That’s another excellent album by Tull.
Me too. Even if I play jazz now I must somethimes have my "tull Fix"
I had a friend, Arnie, who was a jazz drummer, who called them Jethro Dull back in 1970-71. I didn't know Jon Bonham had done the same thing. As for myself, I liked Jethro Tull, I had all of their early albums up to A Passion Play. I actually saw them back when Ian Anderson had all his hair. Thanks for this video.
Bonham called them Jethro Dull because they didn't get involved in the usual rock and roll shenanigans when they toured with Zeppelin. It was nothing to do with the music, in fact Bonham called Tull's drummer Barriemore Barlow the greatest drummer England ever produced.
Thanks for reacting to Jethro Tull! 👏
Tull remain one of my favourite bands of all time. Ian Anderson is an absolute character and a brilliant musician. Diane, a trip down the JT rabbit hole is a worthwhile endeavour. You will not be disappointed.
Jethro Tull was a very theatrical prog rock band! With Ian Anderson on lead vocals and flute. Many great prog/blues rock albums by them. Many hit classic rock songs!! Great stage show.
Thanks Diane! I have never really been into Jethro Tull - but I do like this song. As always. I really find your exploration of the song/band after you finish playing the song really interesting!
I’m so pleased you liked it. Thank you
Cool seeing your reaction for this one. The energy Ian Anderson.puts out everytime on stage gyrating, spinning his flute, and hand gesturing to every changing rhythm of the music, to blasting out a phenomenal flute solo, has professional flautists and vocal anaylists wonder how he posseses such wind power. All these factors makes him my favorite all time frontman. Ian's crazed bug eyed look, as he sings, that occasionally you would also see in keyboardest, John Evan, was a personna they took on. Jethro Tull can play more melodic, mideval(?) sounding songs with Ian 's voice soothing and the words can be almost stand alone lyrics that can be poems unto themselves.
While they had a lot of album sales over a number of years, I still feel they were one of the most underrated bands that came out of the great rock era. Ian Anderson's singing and flute playing got a lot of attention, their guitar player was outstanding.
Good choice to start getting to know Jethro Tull. Thanks to post it.
Band led by the incomparable Ian Anderson who was top in the seventies and who are still on the road, the name of the band comes from an old brand of field tools.
Anderson is an authentic musician and composer who, in addition to playing several instruments, was self-taught in learning the classical flute, experimenting with new sounds and techniques not very well seen by the classical community of the time. His technique of vocalizing while playing is absolutely spectacular (check My God live Isle of Wait).
Rock and Roll with a Scottish flavor and with such memorables concerts with expressiveness, theatricality, waste of energy and a lot of fun, with the great dedication of an artist, showman and almost a superman, imagine two hours playing, singing, jumping running up and down , sing again, blow the flute, run and play again and again with his iconic pose standing on one leg and with one arm raised above his head!!! and not drop dead. you can see the audience in this video how they enjoy it.
If you like you could check the live versions :
Aqualung ,Thick as Brick , My God, Wind up , Living in the past ,Cross eye Mary .
Keep on rocking Diane❤
They were fresh air from the soft 70s and the monotonous disco formula machine. Thanks Diane BOOP
We’re they disco by genre? Boop
There was TONS of rock music in the 70s, and disco didn't get popular until like '77 and by '80 it was pretty much dead (in the US anyway).
This is also my first time hearing Jethro Tull on the music Journey. Thanks for making the music journey Happy Joyful.
Thank you for joining me
@@DianeJennings Your Welcome Always Enjoy joining You and sending You and Chewie Happy Good Vibes. 😊
Jethro Tull is an amazing band. The really interesting thing about what Locomotive Breath is about is that it was released in 1971. And how things the song addresses have only gotten worse over the decades. I would also suggest listening to the song "Aqualung" or even listening to the full album of the same name. I love these videos. Seeing your reactions and getting into the music. It brings back memories of me discovering music like this in my younger years. Keep up the great work, Diane. Much love to you and Chewie from Pennsylvania❤❤❤❤❤❤ Take Care and Stay Safe.
Thanks for reacting to it Diane!
No problem 😊
What a superb band. Brings back memories of my wayward youth.
As always, Patreon and channel memberships allow the music reactions to happen, since they are always demonetized due to copyright claims.
Cool. Jethro Tull was big for a while, particularly in the 1970s. The name comes from an 18th Century agriculturalist, who among other things invented the seed drill.
The song you're hearing is "Locomotive Breath," from the "Aqualung" album which was probably the band's most successful album. The singer/flute player is Ian Anderson, who is the chief songwriter for the band. He is responsible for the theatricality, and had the odd habit of standing on one leg while playing the flute.
The 44-minute long song is "Thick as a Brick" which was one song that took up an entire album. The long-form work continued with their next album "A Passion Play" which was several songs combined into one continuous work.
By the way, another rock song featuring the flute that might be a good reaction is the song "Hocus Pocus" by the Dutch band Focus. It's an instrumental with variations on a theme, and a bit of bizarre fun.
Very unique indeed! 😊
Hi, this is my first time watching a reaction video in your channel. Thanks for sharing your first experience with Jethro Tull. I'm a progressive rock fan and they are one of my all time favorite acts. They have a huge back catalogue, spanning over 5 decades, since late 60s, and they are still active. They have many different lineups, and different eras regarding the musical direction, you may like some of them more than the others. I'd be very happy to see more from them in your channel. Thanks again & cheers! 💕
I was lucky , as a young boy , I saw Passion Play in either Dallas or Ft Worth Texas , 1973. I was 15 yrs. I have never forgotten that concert, I was amazed. Thank You. Texas.
Thank you Diane for checking out Jethro Tull. I love that band! Give yourself and Chewie a big from me, Karl and my two dogs Lucky! 🐕 and Brutis! Have a blessed night and sweet dreams ✨ 😊🎉❤
Brings back fond memories.
I've seen Tull live, they are very theatrical thanks to the antics of the Scotsman Ian Anderson, hard to believe they've been around since 1967 , a past member is one of the world's greatest guitarists, Tony iommi, black sabbath, give them a listen, Tull still performs, I highly recommend them, fantastic live show , the long song you mentioned is thick as a brick, it's epic , new york
Jethro Tull blends so many different styles from Folk Rock, Progressive Rock and Hard Rock all at once. Very transitional rock band that had a multi decade run. Hard to think of many other bands that sound like them especially with the heavy use of the flute as not only a filler but also as the lead instrument at times. So I am not sure if you have covered any Australian bands but what about The Little River Band and their song Cool Change which is a Yacht Rock staple?
Very innovative indeed!
This piece was first released on the "Aqualung" album in 1971. In the, then, studio version Anderson's voice is less impacted by a decade on the road with the band. But his flute playing here is more virtuoso. That flute - baton? - playing was self-taught.
I'd argue that Jethro Tull always was a genre of its own. They also were a "musicians' band" in the sense that other musicians appreciated them.
In this live performance, the "Locomotive Breath" piece ends earlier than the video that includes the transition into another piece.
Anderson was always mystical about the lyrics of this piece. It seems simple. All time loser Charlie finds his best friend and wife in bed having fun and now set something in motion that he cannot undo any more. As metaphor, he stole the handle of the locomotive and on tracks, there is no place else a train can go than down the tracks. And now he's panting like an old steam locomotive.
In that senses, this gruesome concept compares to the Rolling Stones' "Paint it black" that makes you want to dance while the lyrics are about losing a best friend and being in their funeral procession.
I prefer the original studio version, but there is some magic in this live performance too.
I grew up listening to Jethro Tull ... saw them about 10 times in concert. Later, as an internationally published music journalist, had the honor of interviewing Ian Anderson (flute/lead vocals/guitar/composer) and Martin Lancelot Barre (guitarist/composer). Now, if you've never heard of them before, check out Dirty Loops ... start with "Hit Me" and then go down the deep rabbit hole.
That must have been amazing! When I was in jr high my neighbor across the street at the corner of my bus stop was in a band that opened for them once and I still get all giddy thinking I knew someone who knew them🤭Couldn’t imagine the honor of meeting them in person 🥰🤯Love it but I’m jealous 😳😁
@@Deam7666 It wasn't in person. Both interviews were over the telephone and at different years, yet for the same publication. It was indeed an honor as I'd been a fan of the band for two decades or so before conducting the interviews. These were just two of the hundreds of interviews I've done over the years, FYI. Among the others: Jeff Beck, George Benson, Lily Tomlin, Tony Bennett, Chris Squire, Bill Bruford, Alan White, and many others.
Jethro Tull has been my favorite band since the early 70's. Best concert I ever went to also, in 1979. So many songs I could suggest, I'll have to think about it a bit.
The band is still on tour and still releasing new material, musically the most talented rock band ever.
I was playing this very track while in my kitchen one day in the company of a District Nurse who enquired as to who "Jethro Tull" were. She is now a "Tull" fan among many other 60s/70s Rock Bands she'd never heard of. Being in her 20s she remarked on how brilliant Rock Band from my era, including the likes of Led Zeppelin, Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd, KISS, we're & so much better than the mainly "DROSS" of so-called Rock Bands that are playing today, with a very few exceptions, and even those, such as RHCP and AC/DC (1973) are still going now! Is it me or do some of our Younger Rockers agree with me?
There's an awful lot to choose from here. My two favorite albums are songs from the wood and heavy horses. Phenomenal! Every single tune. Definitely a different feel than earlier and later Jethro Tull.
Solid work. Great band!
My favorite Jethro Tull piece. The album version is more descriptive as it sounds like a steam locomotive out of control.
In my opinion, this is a great example of music that is capable of creating an image strictly by the music without the need of lyrics. Other examples are _Flight of the Bumblebee,_ _Sleigh Ride,_ _The Typewriter,_ _Autumn Leaves,_ and even Deep Purple's _Highway Star._
Another good choice, thanx.
Glad you enjoyed it 😊
@@DianeJennings Just to clarify, there is a piano piece known as _Autumn Leaves,_ not one of the many pop songs and ballads of the same name. I tried to find a good version of this in TH-cam, but all I could find are the jazzy versions. It might be that the song I am remembering is a different title, so let's just skip that one.
@@lawrencedavis9246 Look for "Angelina Jordon Autumn Leaves"
You are completely capable of listening to the studio version of Thick As a Brick all 43 plus minutes, but you mentioned that you might lose interest. Therefore you should check out the live Madison Square Garden (1978) show which begins with a condensed version of this album (side one) which is about 13 and a half minutes- but an amazing performance by the band. I will be checking on your channel to see your reaction to this. It will be worth your time to watch it! There’s a lot of theatrics in this video. God bless you for your learning of some of the music from previous decades, especially Tull. There are many groups from the late 60’s throughout the 70’s you will find such as Yes,Rush, King Crimson, Pink Floyd, and Emerson,Lake, and Palmer etc. Over and out!
I was fortunate to have experienced Jethro Tull live 3x in Colorado USA, and this song is a great example of every concert they did. Energetic, Theatrical ,and great Rock N Roll. IAN ANDERSON is one of the great Front men of all time. Never a dull moment.
Firstly .... 19th century Jethro Tull - an amazing character, who changed the face of faming in England, in the mid 1800's.
Secondly ..... Jethro Tull, Prog Rock group - HUGE international following from the 1960's to present. AMAZING MUSICIANS. You have SO MUCH to learn
dear child..... SOOO MUCH !!!!!!!
Yes! The flute is one of JT’s signature sounds!
Jethro Tull is one of my favorite bands--back in high school I listened to them and Pink Floyd a *lot*. "Songs From The Wood" is my favorite album of theirs. My favorite songs off the album are "Hunting Girl" and "Velvet Green."
Welcome to the world of "Prog Rock" Diane.
I enjoyed learning with You today about Jethro Tull. Your the best video narrator to learn with. I've heard his name alot of the years.
Jethro Tull was the first concert I ever went to. It was back in 1978. Ian Anderson is the lead singer and flute. He is the heart of the band. The concert I went to we had 11th row and for the encore we rushed the stage. Ian Anderson came down to his knees right in front of me and i could see the veins popping out of his head. Great show. A experience i will never forget..
I have never heard of Jethro tull before i like his pirate-like clothes and this is a good video Diane.
Thank you
I enjoyed this reaction. “Aqualung” was my favorite of theirs primarily for the guitar solo. When the editor looks at Diane, she sees flaws with make up. When we look at Diane, we see a very pretty bright-eyed lass with an angelic face. She exudes pure loveliness greasy or not! 😍😍
I love being able to join you on your musical journey. Thanks for sharing this with us
The first band I ever saw in concert. Magnificent!
Happy Monday Diane! Hope that you're doing well! I don't think that I have ever heard of Jethro Tull. They sounded like a very good band! Have a great week and be well! 👋😎🎉🎊🙏❤️
Thank you! You too!
Love your videos and especially your expressions you are A Precious Soul Unblemished by the jaded and sullied world we live in today
Poob! Late today! Had a spinal pain block! A good thing!
Love Jethro Tull!
I’ve heard of Jethro Tull, but like you had never heard their music. It’s not my style but glad I got to hear them.
Thanks for trying it with me!
They have so many styles,....don't give up yet!
The band adopted the name of:
Jethro Tull (baptised 30 March 1674 - 21 February 1741, New Style) was an English agriculturist from Berkshire who helped to bring about the British Agricultural Revolution of the 18th century. He perfected a horse-drawn seed drill in 1701 that economically sowed the seeds in neat rows, and later developed a horse-drawn hoe. Tull's methods were adopted by many landowners and helped to provide the basis for modern agriculture.
JT was my first ever concert, 1979
I was born in '79. I missed some amazing concerts because of my stupid infant budget!
Classic Jethro Tull. ❤🎶💓😍
One of my Favorite Bands from the Early 70’s and Ian Anderson is one of the most talented Stage Performers Ever. That 40 minute song you talked about is one full album but they shortened it to about 8 or 9 minutes for Concerts “ Thick as a Brick “ also listen to Aqualung,Living in the past, Skating away on the thin Ice of the new Day,Minstrel in the Gallery, Teacher, with you there to Help Me, and So many other great songs and they still make albums today but their 70’s Classics are my favorites because those were the Best days of my life👍🏻
I had a moment last year where I actually listened to the lyrics of this song & read that interview, totally blew my flippin mind maaaaan🤯
As a matter of historical interest, their name is taken from Jethro Tull, an English agriculturist from Berkshire who helped to bring about the British Agricultural Revolution of the 18th century. He perfected a horse-drawn seed drill in 1701 that economically sowed the seeds in neat rows, and later developed a horse-drawn hoe.
You are crazy fun to watch. Love your videos.
Yes, they were one of the more theatrical bands back then. The show I saw blew me away. When I arrived I heard a sound like someone hit a bass drum. And there was a screen up above where the band would be with what looked like a butterfly on it. About 15 minutes later another boom and it looked like the butterfly might have moved. At increasingly shorter and shorter intervals, more booms and the butterfly was definitely moving. Then the lights went down and now you could see that it wasn't a butterfly at all, but a ballerina bent over backwards and raising up. Then the ballerina started dancing through a forest with mystical creatures. And now music is playing . Stage lights come up while the screen goes dark. The band is playing on stage and the ballerina is dancing around them. That was how the show started. The warm up band was a no show, so Jethro Tull played for 3 hours that night. It was great.
You must listen to more of them. Best stage band you might have ever seen
Thanks for the video 👍🏻
Now ye'r spreadin' my Jam on the bread, Irish Girl! I've been a devoted connoisseur of progressive rock since the get go. A lot of the musicians in this genre are "classically trained" -- that is, rock rebels from the orchestra! From the complex melodies, deeply theatrical lyrics, unwavering devotion to musically excellent performance. This music is meant for listening, not dancing. You've already reviewed a few prog rockers, so I'll start a list with them...
Pink Floyd
Moody Blues
Queen
Yes
King Crimson
Procol Harum
Renaissance
Emerson, Lake, & Palmer
Kansas
Kraftwerk
Gentle Giant
Focus
Genesis
Hope you get to the rest of the list, Diane. It's so intriguing to watch you on this grand musical journey.
I’m so glad you’re enjoying it!
Happy Monday!! I really love this video. Have a great week.
Thank you! You too!
Amo a jethro tull, una banda universal, con un sonido único, peculiar e intrasferible, particularmente la mejor banda de todos los tiempos❤ ❤❤
I saw a concert by Ian Anderson in Grant Park, near the cloudgate statue about 15 or 20 years ago, backed up by The Chicago Symphony Orchestra and it was amazing!!!!
Good reaction video Diane. And it's good to see Editor Diane again. I enjoy Jethro Tull. You are picking some unusual bands which is really enjoyable for subscribers.
May I suggest "life during wartime" by the Talking Heads for a future video? There is a good live concert video available.
Like 25 or 30 years ago (!?) or so, I drove with this band in their tourbus as they were playing a concert in Germany. Very nice guys! ... and it was a really great concert! :)
My favourite song is still "Bourrée" (studio version) < it's a 4 minute instrumental. Great recording, great sound, great tune!
Thanks for that reaction, i loved to see your amazement and your addiction. They are one of my favoriten bands since 1975 when I listened them first. You should also listen to the studio version. Very different in the beginning but also haunting. Please have also a look at "Green Velvet", Heavy Horses" and "Thick as a brick" (the 40 min. song ;-)
Artist Frank Morino live at the Agora theater song. ITS Begun to rain .I really think u will enjoy the song
I saw them in August of 1975 in Greensboro, NC, on the night before his birthday. It was a great show.
Rock and Roll Flautist. Love some Tull
Gratulations for finally finding the door to one of the most astonishing musical acts out there!
Your next song should be the 1977 live version (from London) of their 45 minute-song 'Thick as a Brick'....no fear, after the album release tour they played a shorter 12-minute version on stage. If you thought this live version here (Locomotive Breath) is theatrical, then check 'Thick as a Brick'. Please!
Enjoy :)
My friends told me there was no room for flute in rock music. Then we went to the show. They were wrong. 🙂
Everyone have a wonderful day.
Great to see you discover one of the most talented "prog rock" bands that ever emerged from the late 60s. And one of the most insane flutists that ever lived haha.
If you're wondering where you heard the name Jethro Tull before, it may be from history lessons. A certain Jethro Tull was a very innovative agriculturalist from the 18th century whose inventions revolutionized farming.
Worth digging into JT's other great songs as well on the Aqualung album and beyond.
Whenever I think of Jethro Tull I remember "Five little girls with battered 10-speeds" from Aqualung. The net says it was misheard, I'll listen again. It is very JC Superstar, I never thought of that🤔
That’s a hell of a title!
@@DianeJennings Aqualung is the title of the song, and the name of an old man who was "Eyeing little girls with bad intent".
Great stuff from what I remember of my youth. If you remember the 1970's, you weren't
there, as one wag said.
Suggest 'Aqualung', and more 'Aqualung', followed by more 'Aqualung'.
Some bands have used flute occasionally, but Jethro Tull is the only rock band I know of that uses it regularly. A lot of their songs are not as rocked-out as this one. Their song Living in the Past is more folky, and features the flute prominently.
Other rock/popular recordings that feature flute include Moondance by Van Morrison, Undun by The Guess Who, California Dreaming by The Mamas and the Papas, Color My World by Chicago, There Is a Mountain by Donovan, Ruby Tuesday by The Rolling Stones, Spill the Wine by Eric Burdon and War. Herbie Mann and Hubert Laws, a couple of jazz musicians, specialized in flute.
Some bands/songs I'd like you to react to:
25 or 6 to 4 by Chicago
Shining Star, September, or Getaway by Earth, Wind and Fire
Baker Street by Gerry Rafferty
I'm Not in Love by 10cc
The Cisco Kid by War
Suite - Judy Blue Eyes by Crosby, Stills and Nash
House of the Rising Sun or We Gotta Get Out of This Place by The Animals
Thanks!
Thanks for the suggestions!!
I love the jazz vibe of Moon Dance one of his that is a favorite of mine.
@@DianeJenningsall great and diverse songs. Good choices.
Baker Street always makes me stop and listen.
If you want to hear a great progressive rock band, then I recommend Kansas. You may have heard some of their songs since they have been used in movies. Old School comes to mind...😊
Oh that sounds fun!!!
@@DianeJennings Songs from them to check out could be: Song For America, Carry On My Wayward Son, and Point of Know Return.
No other group had that energy live like Jethro Tull.
They were fantastic!!!
Their live album 'Bursting Out' is one of the best live albums ever made in rock history...
I have saw 2 times live in stage.Fantastic band🤘
I've actually heard Jethro Tull's music being played several times on an NPR show called 'Toss the Feathers' which plays Celtic and Celtic-inspired music.
Hi Diane! One of my favorite bands of all time. I first heard them in 1968 or '69, and they're still going strong. Ian Anderson and Martin Barre are actually the only two members of the original band. Ian Anderson wrote almost all of the music and in addition to lead vocals, plays the flute and guitar. Tull spans a wide range of music, often with old English folk music roots, Some songs, like Wondering Aloud, are gentle and soothing while others really rock. A funny thing happened at the Grammy Awards one year in the early 90's. They were nominated for the best heavy metal album along with some other groups, including Metallica. Everyone figured Metallica was a shoe in, but to everyone's surprise, Tull won! The cameras were on Metallica, sitting in the audience, and when they started to announce the winners, they were already starting to get up. Quelle surprise!
I only saw them once, in Fort Worth, Texas, in the late '90s. It was surprising when Anderson rolled out on the stage in a wheelchair. He had fallen off the stage at a concert in South America and broken his leg a few days before. They went on to do a great show, what a trooper!
The 44 min. song is Thick As A Brick, also the title of the album. It goes through many moods and tells a story.
No, I don't work for Google, this is just stuff off the top of my head, but I better shut up before I lose your attention.
I really hope you and the Chewster are doing great, oh and by the way, if you want to auction off a lock of your hair, I'll start the bidding at $20 US. I love you and goodbye for now!
Jethro Tull (the band) have over their career have covered lots of genres, (blues, rock, jazz influence, folk, etc) so I always say their genre is "Jethro Tull".
PS. The sound quality on this recording isn't the best, but the quirky performance is pretty typical for this era of their career.
prog rock then
@@larryk731 That probably covers it, but personally I don't think traditional prog rock and at different stages they leaned into one or more genres. Starting (as so many bands did) with early on blues to more folky with the later "Songs From The Wood" and "Heavy Horses" with prog in between, not to mention the "this is a concept album" of "Thick as a Brick" when someone "accused" them of making a concept album with "Aqualung".
The song came out in 1971, the best year in the history of music. ELP came out with Tarkus, Traffic with "The Low Spark of High Heel Boys, Yes came out with not 1, but 2 of the best albums ever made, and I'm just getting started!
Diane, you need to listen to Whaler's Dues off the album Rock Island (1989). It's more of a ballad, than a rock song. So I think you would really like it. Ian Anderson gets very emotional while playing his flute (you can hear him actually sobbing while trying to blow). The story behind the song (the lyrics) will bring tears to your eyes. I bought the album when it first came out, and I still, even today, sob uncontrollably when listening to that song. I love emotional music.
Great band, got me through the 70s. Songs of the Wood was my favorite album. "A Christmas Song", best Christmas song ever.
Hello algorithm great as usual Diane
Hey, thanks!
Great group diane. Need to explore them some more. They were less dull then led zepplin and i love led zepplin. Great reaction and please do more. I hope you become a fan. As you can tell they are very popular by how many views and likes you already have an hour in.
She's beautiful, as always