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Post by Tulltapes on Nov 4, 2014 20:02:13 GMT
That's why I qualified with 'sometimes'. Admittedly, Skating Away is a great song and I've really grown to love it in the context of the Chateau material (where it belongs), sandwiched in between "Audition" and the simply sublime "Sailor". Side 1 of Chateau D'Isaster is my favorite side of Tull music! and that's not even finished!!! Iv'e always loved the Chateau stuff but.. man the remix is just Stellar! It's better than ever!
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Post by Tulltapes on Nov 4, 2014 18:39:33 GMT
Okay, after some extensive brain racking, I could probably live without ... Lap of Luxury General Crossing No Step Jack in the Green (sometimes) Skating Away (sometimes) I can agree with most of these with the exception of Skating Away.. too many good memories attached to that one including having the honor to play it with Dave Pegg on Mandolin and Backing Vocals. And I love Jack in the Green
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Post by Tulltapes on Nov 4, 2014 17:53:32 GMT
I can recall hearing Aqualung, Locomotive Breath, My God (once) and maybe Hymn 43, but that's it. No other Tull on any radio I know of. Wow! Hard to believe.. It was a staple in the days I actually listened to rock radio along with " TAAB" first edit, " Teacher" plus " Skating Away", & Cross Eyed Mary. And when Crest came out " Farm on the Freeway" was big radio song also " Part of the Machine" in 1988. I haven't listed to any rock radio in nearly a decade but when we had 107.7 The Lake (eclectic rock) I heard longer edits of "TAAB" plus " A Raft of Penguins" a few times. That was shocking! Who else can remember other songs that were played in somewhat regular rotation for a while? I will add that around 88 it was a great time to be Tull fan. 20th anniversary stuff was really great. Crest was a strong return the year before including Grammy recognition. "Part of the Machine" on the radio everyday... such a great song! I know a few that were turned on to Tull around this time and are still huge fans today.
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Post by Tulltapes on Nov 4, 2014 17:33:17 GMT
I can recall hearing Aqualung, Locomotive Breath, My God (once) and maybe Hymn 43, but that's it. No other Tull on any radio I know of. Apart from Planet Rock these days, the chances of hearing and Tull related airply in the UK is practically zero. Living in the past might make it onto a 'sounds of the sixties' type of show but no real airplay. Prior to Planet Rock it was even worse. Living in the Past.. of course!
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Post by Tulltapes on Nov 4, 2014 17:31:55 GMT
I can recall hearing Aqualung, Locomotive Breath, My God (once) and maybe Hymn 43, but that's it. No other Tull on any radio I know of. Wow! Hard to believe.. It was a staple in the days I actually listened to rock radio along with " TAAB" first edit, " Teacher" plus " Skating Away", & Cross Eyed Mary. And when Crest came out " Farm on the Freeway" was big radio song also " Part of the Machine" in 1988. I haven't listed to any rock radio in nearly a decade but when we had 107.7 The Lake (eclectic rock) I heard longer edits of "TAAB" plus " A Raft of Penguins" a few times. That was shocking! Who else can remember other songs that were played in somewhat regular rotation for a while?
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Post by Tulltapes on Nov 4, 2014 17:14:23 GMT
Yep, all systems GO. I'm looking forward to catching up and continuing where a few of us left off last year and meeting some new faces as well as old friends. 2 shows in 4 days. Besides the Long Island show Sat night I'll be third row at the Ian show in Buffalo tonight. Hope to meet a few FB friends from the area and Toronto. If I don't get a chance to review before I hit the road I will when i get back. Going to be an active Tull filled week from here on out..
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Post by Tulltapes on Nov 4, 2014 17:08:27 GMT
Some surprising answers here! I'm racking my brain, trying to think of a Tull song I hate. It's not easy. Though I am sick of "Aqualung" and "Locomotive Breath", hate is not the word I'd use. "Too Old to Rock 'n Roll" would also fall into this category. Surprised to see "Bungle in the Jungle", though; I love that one and I've never heard it played on the radio. Yeah, sorry, still can't think of any. You're kidding about never hearing Bungle on the radio right? I agree there are not many I would use the word "hate" for but there are about a handful up to the Catfish territory that don't do much for me. I think if I had to use the word hate.. "This is not love" would come close! Sorry.. I've grown to really love most of "A" over the years but something like 4wd Low ratio is one that I would consider "cringe worthy" There are good songs on "Under Wraps" but the production makes it tough to listen to. The "Nightcap" and other songs that were unfinished or not originally intended for release shouldn't count. While there is plenty of great stuff there are some that are just dreadful!!
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Post by Tulltapes on Nov 1, 2014 13:14:31 GMT
Gearing up to get in a van and head down to Long Island to meet The Jethro Tull Group in person and so many other friends I've been talking with for years.. Would be great to meet others from this group if you're going. Have to stop off at the Buffalo Ian Anderson gig first.. then we are off.. with my band and our gear. This should be a historic Tull event!
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Post by Tulltapes on Oct 31, 2014 7:34:18 GMT
Well after having my soul fired up by the likes of TAAB and APP albums and shows, to have Bungle in the Jungle show up on radio and played to death, I was horrified. Any song that the audience can all clap to in unison is…….a little less than expected from my favorite purveyors of the odd time signature. I have warmed to the lyrics, especially after it was introduced in concert as "Grumble in the toilet" and having the first lions growl sound more like a toilet flushing…….it is clever. But I still don't clap along to any song…:-) Darin I have to agree with you there Darin. "Bungle" is a weak link on an amazing record.. Although I do have a soft spot for the orchestrated middle section..
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Post by Tulltapes on Oct 31, 2014 7:32:20 GMT
I found it so quirky and out of character I really liked it. I suppose it's because I am a big fan of TOTRNR [maybe the only one], and I thought this worked perfectly for the Ray Lomas persona and how out of place the song and he was. I have always wanted to know the order of play for TOTRNR and the 'extra' tracks. Sad git that I am. ToTRNR is a Top 5 Tull record for me! I know a guy on another board who is also a pretty huge fan of it, as well, so there are at least three of us 'sad gits' out there! I think it's a great album. Title track was never a big favorite but the rest of the album is filled with Tull classics imo..
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Post by Tulltapes on Oct 30, 2014 8:51:26 GMT
Hello, TT, Buffalo NY reports are for you. From tt just across the Falls Ian Anderson to perform the music of Jethro Tull at UB Center for the Arts (ET video) www.buffalonews.com/gusto/concert-previews/ian-anderson-to-perform-the-music-of-jethro-tull-at-ub-center-for-the-arts-20141027Although so often rather unfairly relegated to the “novelty act” region of the classic rock world, Jethro Tull is one of the most enduring bands to have emerged from the late 1960s and early ’70s progressive rock melee. By blending elements of Celtic folk, classical, world music and heavy rock, Tull’s main brain, Ian Anderson, became lord and master of his own idiosyncratic domain within the world of popular music. The end result of Anderson’s bloody mindedness? A body of work that smacks of radical invention, consistent excellence and unfailing integrity. Which is not to suggest that Anderson and Tull’s music – dense, challenging, progressive and tinged with decidedly British, Monty Python-esque humor – is for everyone. It’s not. But for those who have delved deeply into it, that music has been a dependable friend. Tull as we once knew it is no more. Anderson has assembled a new band that operates under his own name, and longtime Tull cohort guitarist Martin Barre now fronts an eponymous ensemble. The adventurous Jethro Tull spirit endures, however, and is amply evident in Anderson’s latest effort, the conceptually unified prog-rock throwback “Homo Erraticus.” Anderson’s current world tour, dubbed “The Best of Jethro Tull Performed by Ian Anderson,” finds the songwriter leading the new band through twin sets of music, the first focused on the “Homo Erraticus” material, and the second delving deeply into the Jethro Tull catalog. The tour stops at the University at Buffalo’s Center for the Arts in Amherst at 8 p.m. Tuesday. Tickets are $69.50, $59.50 and $49.50 (box office, Tickets.com). Tightrope 'cross Niagara, don't cut my wire.Looking forward to it.. Thanks TT! Is that you over there?
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Post by Tulltapes on Oct 30, 2014 8:36:16 GMT
Very sad to lose our friends. Rest peacefully Mike.
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Post by Tulltapes on Oct 10, 2014 19:58:56 GMT
So Ritchie Blackmore is telling us that the famous "Smoke on the Water" riff is actually the famous opening riff "Beethovens Fifth" inverted. In otherwords played backwards. Ive tried it and its close……. But here's a Tull related question. When the opening electric guitar riff of "Too Old To Rock n Roll" is played backwards, notes in reversed order, what other heavy Tull guitar riff do you get? Darin Cody Thanks to Dennis Landau for pointing out the video on FB.to cry you a song?
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Post by Tulltapes on Oct 10, 2014 9:31:23 GMT
Quizz, I think you are considered a mindless follower because you are affiliated with the other creators of this board. I know otherwise! David, thanks for that, I may be many things but I certainly don't need cranks who do the sort of crap he's been up to trying to analyse or character assassinate me. Oddly I thought that 'descriptor' of a 'mindless follower' struck a chord with me. A quick check found almost the same wording used in an email to me from someone else who associates with this person. They sent a rather misguided message telling me I was associating with the wrong sort of people when I joined the Jethro Tull Board a few years ago in a sad attempt to character assassinate friends there. It seems some people are quick to come to conclusions on behalf of other people, maybe they should review who they mindlessly support or possibly feed lines to. And as for being a mindless follower, I would love to treat them into an insight into my professional life. Let's hope so, but I think we should remain alert to the fact that previous approaches to this person have gone unheeded. Sadly, having experience of this person and a few of his cohorts in the past, particularly the damge they tried to inflict at The Jethro Tull Board, I suspect you may be in for a long wait. No doubt he reads this as another bout of bullying from those nasty people in The Jethro Tull Group. He seems to have trouble letting go of his bitterness. This is getting crazy folks! We are all here because we love a musical band and I think we all in our way like to genuinely be a part of preserving their history. I respect all my fellow Tull group members who have shared their talents, opinions, and perspectives here. I also respect the friends I have made through the years at the JT Board and on Facebook etc.. We all have had disagreements but we all share a passion about our band and some little disagreements are just part of it all. It's not a big deal to disagree on a message board!!! I just lost a very close Tull friend and it really puts everything into perspective. Unfortunately there will always be one or a few who you just can't reason with and will try and stir up trouble between fans and friends and take things to a whole other level and It's just selfish and sad! One person can spoil the party and fun for everyone. And what exactly has this person done for the Tull world? I chose to be productive not destructive! I have heard recently that someone is telling other fans and friends of mine that I am "a thief" and I am "hateful". Would be great to hear an explanation? While it hurts to know it's going on.. I know that I am neither and hope that I have proven the same to those who know me. I am aligned with great friends here at the group and am proud of the work we do on a daily basis. I am also proud to have you all as members here. Such talented, good hearted people here!!! Trust me when I say we will continue to do good things and we hope our members continue to help us. This band deserves it! This person is obviously sick and calling someones home is a serious, criminal offense. I really hope this does not continue David.
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Post by Tulltapes on Sept 26, 2014 21:38:27 GMT
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Post by Tulltapes on Sept 26, 2014 5:17:13 GMT
It's a compulsion. In other news, I played Warchild on the way to school today. WOW. Much better than I remebered - it seems as though it was still constructed as a conceptual piece of sorts like TAAB and APP. The difference being there are pauses in between tracks instead of segues. Every track seems to have a purpose and the flow is quite good. Maybe these highly publicized reissues will give the listening public to finally give these Tull records their proper appraisal? Another observation - is there ANYTHING in the Tull canon quite like the title track? The melodies and chords are very un-Tull like. It's a very brave way to open the record, IMO. Of course I love it ... This package is going to be another treasure! The new Theatre Edition unearths a trio of unreleased recordings: “Tomorrow Was Today,” “Good Godmother,” and a different arrangement of “WarChild” recorded after the version on the final album.Fans intrigued by the appearance of “WarChild Waltz” on the 2002 reissue of WarChild will finally get the chance to hear the rest of the mostly orchestral music the band recorded for the soundtrack album. About 30 minutes was recorded during sessions in 1973 and 1974. Soon after, the music was consigned to the archives for 40 years – until now. on top of that Warchild 5.1 by Steven Wilson and Video for Third Hoorah promo which was actually 16mm footage from "A Passion Play" concert. Not to mention another beautiful package.. Wow!
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Post by Tulltapes on Sept 25, 2014 15:27:00 GMT
jethrotull.com/war-child-40th-anniversary-theatre-edition-coming-in-november/War Child 40th Anniversary Theatre Edition – Coming in November! The Band’s Ambitious 1974 Album Expanded With Unreleased Tracks And Orchestral Pieces Along With Rare Video Footage 2CD/2DVD, 1CD, Digital Download: November 24th Limited Edition Vinyl : January 13th In 1974, Jethro Tull announced plans for WarChild, a multi-faceted project that was to encompass a feature-length film, a soundtrack album, as well a new album from the band. In October of that year, Tull released a 10-song album that would climb to #2 in the U.S. and the top 15 in the U.K., but the film and accompanying soundtrack were shelved. To commemorate the 40-year anniversary of this ambitious experiment, Parlophone will revisit WarChild with several releases. WARCHILD: THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY THEATRE EDITION will be available as a limited edition 2-CD/2-DVD set on November 24th. Highlights from the set include: - Original album and bonus tracks (three previously unreleased), remixed in 5.1 surround and stereo by Steven Wilson - 10 orchestral pieces (nine previously unreleased) written for the film’s soundtrack, 4 of which are remixed in 5.1 surround and stereo by Steven Wilson - Flat transfers of the original LP mix at 96/24, and the quadrophonic version (with 2 bonus tracks) in 4.0. - “The Third Hoorah” promo footage, and footage from a January 1974 photo session/press conference where the WarChild project was announced. - An 80-page booklet featuring an extensive article on the preparation and recording of the album, a film script synopsis, track-by-track annotations by Ian Anderson, plus rare and unseen photographs. In addition a new stereo remix of WarChild will also be released on single CD and digitally on November 17th. Originally released in 1974, WarChild features one of the group’s most prolific lineups and includes Ian Anderson, Martin Barre, John Evans, Jeffrey Hammond-Hammond and Barrie Barlow. Unlike its predecessors – Thick As A Brick and A Passion Play – which featured 40-odd minutes of continuous music, WarChild marked a return to songs of a more conventional length, including the FM-radio staple, “Bungle In The Jungle.” The new Theatre Edition unearths a trio of unreleased recordings: “Tomorrow Was Today,” “Good Godmother,” and a different arrangement of “WarChild” recorded after the version on the final album. Fans intrigued by the appearance of “WarChild Waltz” on the 2002 reissue of WarChild will finally get the chance to hear the rest of the mostly orchestral music the band recorded for the soundtrack album. About 30 minutes was recorded during sessions in 1973 and 1974. Soon after, the music was consigned to the archives for 40 years – until now. Thanks tootull. Man am I looking forward to this!!
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Post by Tulltapes on Sept 25, 2014 1:30:23 GMT
I hear Ian maybe cutting some of HE songs for some of the recent shows. I have also heard some fans questioning Ian's integrity over this? If you know Ian and Tull you know Ian has done this for as long as I could remember! When he played with Tull he would often drop some of the deeper album cuts for the USA. It could have something to do with the USA crowds not being as tolerable to new music as the UK or rest of the world. They want the greatest hits! One of Martin's complaints with Tull was that they were stuck in the greatest hits setlist for a decade. I don't find any changes away from new material to be suprising. Ultimately I think Ian probably knows best on what to change in the middle of a tour for whatever reason. Could be to do with certain venues or schedules etc.. or that the song just hasn't worked live. I am grateful for what I get in 2014! No whining or sour grapes!
Here is a cool little trailer for the Homo Erraticus "Tour Edition"
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Post by Tulltapes on Sept 15, 2014 21:59:14 GMT
All those guitar riffs and not even an Aqualung??
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Post by Tulltapes on Sept 14, 2014 3:41:59 GMT
Yes a very special and moving tribute to Glenn. Well done Erin Thanks everyone.. and thanks for posting here tootull. I put this together just as something to remember Glenn's years w Tull. He really was an integral part of the show with that early lineup.. and imo a very underrated bassist. Just Bouree and LITP have to be some of the most classic bass lines ever in rock music. It's somewhat unfortunate he was cut short from the band and never really reclaimed the amount of fame from the late 60's early 70's but he always remained a great musician.. and was a funny, warm, honest, real person. I feel lucky to have reconnected with him very recently. He was as kind and as funny as ever!. He is truly missed!
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Post by Tulltapes on Sept 14, 2014 3:33:21 GMT
Jane kindly dropped me a line today with a photo of what is surely one of the most desirable pieces of APP memorabilia! Jane's red Tutu worn in the APP 'Hare who lost his spectacles' film Such a historic piece for us Tull fans. Jane is really amazing to share all she has with us. Thank You Jane!
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Post by Tulltapes on Sept 14, 2014 3:31:22 GMT
Wow, you mean Eddie Trunk likes bands other than UFO? Yeah he's a UFO nut like we are with Tull I guess.. He is more aware of Tull these days as it seems many of the big metal bands are sighting Tull as a big influence. Something Iv'e known since the early 80's.
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Post by Tulltapes on Sept 14, 2014 3:28:39 GMT
I am officially out of the "PROG" loop..
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Post by Tulltapes on Sept 14, 2014 3:26:33 GMT
Welcome fredtaylordrummer, look forward to meeting you in Long Island!
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Post by Tulltapes on Sept 9, 2014 7:14:07 GMT
and speaking of "A Passion Play" this little plug was overheard for the past couple weeks on the popular Eddie Trunk podcast (heard worldwide)
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Post by Tulltapes on Sept 9, 2014 7:11:12 GMT
I haven't posted quite as much as I would have liked here, but I have been quietly watching and reading and enjoying what I see. Congratulations to you all on the splendid work on APP, it's a set that I will always enjoy listening to, all the contributors to the booklet make it more than just a re-release, it is a pleasure to look at and read, so much more than the previous collectors albums. Hats off to The Jethro Tull Group for that and thank you for running such a great set of fan sites. I have also been following you on Facebook for a little while. Without doubt you present yourselves as the most friendly and knowledgeable group out there by far, it's all about Tull and no ludicrous diversions, thanks for accepting me there without any hassle, not so for some other groups! I see a lot of stuff posted elsewhere but I presume that this is all your own material by the way you present it, thanks for sharing it with fans. Work doesn't always allow me to log in, but I do visit and wanted to say how much I enjoy this site and your other sites. Please keep up the good work. Glad you're here blackvolga thank you. The Tull community is a very large, diverse one and for the most part everyone is pretty friendly out there. Although some disagree about things there are lots of fine people and fans to go around. But we're glad you feel welcome here and hope you can stop in again soon.
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Post by Tulltapes on Sept 5, 2014 18:56:46 GMT
This guy used to scare me as a youngster. I was slightly intrigued for a short time. Who knew he was a soft spoken Prog fan.. and a Tull fan to boot.. I came upon this from a recent Eddie Trunk podcast. Interesting that Tull is considered a "huge influence in Metal"
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Post by Tulltapes on Sept 5, 2014 18:51:54 GMT
Welcome WhosLineFan, Nice to have you.. I'm curious what about Tull inspired you to join a Tull discussion group? Are you part of the download only generation? No. I like their music and Ian Anderson. How do you listen to Tull music? Youtube or itunes?
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Post by Tulltapes on Sept 5, 2014 18:49:27 GMT
Glenn was a rock icon! One of the overlooked pioneers on bass. Living in the Past, Bouree, Teacher, and even things Like "With You there to Help Me", Jeffery Goes to Leicester Square, etc.. are a masterclass in how to be melodic. He made the songs he played on so much more interesting! He was Brilliant! He was also the nicest guy, with much talent and passion for playing music. I miss him already! But we have those great songs.
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Post by Tulltapes on Sept 5, 2014 18:32:57 GMT
Hello. My name is Mikaela Arsenault but you can call me WhoseLineFan. Hi Mikaela Welcome to one of the places we call home. As you may know we have a number of sites all of which we hope provide something more to serious Tull fans other than just a chat page. You can see the list of our sites by visiting our hub page at www.jethrotullgroup.comWe have a facebook and twitter presence as well as the bespoke memorabilia site at www.theboyscoutmanual.comWe encourage active participation here for members and hope you join in and get to know us. we have a rigourous policy on trolls and trolling and will take action to block any disruptive behaviour, so feel free that you can express yourself here without fear of abuse from the more 'marginal' elements. I'd be interested to hear how you got into Tull, first album, first gig etc? Welcome WhosLineFan, Nice to have you.. I'm curious what about Tull inspired you to join a Tull discussion group? Are you part of the download only generation?
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