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Post by steelmonkey on Jun 20, 2013 15:09:28 GMT
No Ryan at 'Best Of' ?
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Post by JTull 007 on Jun 20, 2013 15:26:24 GMT
I would expect Ryan O'Donnell to be back at RAH on June 30th. This type show would be a must for him.
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Post by nonrabbit on Jun 20, 2013 16:54:36 GMT
I would expect Ryan O'Donnell to be back at RAH on June 30th. This type show would be a must for him. He's on his hols just now.
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Post by Tull50 on Jun 20, 2013 17:42:19 GMT
If confirmed, I think Ian makes a huge mistake. I reserve my real review because I have much respect for Ian. I hope this does not mean that Ryan will be omitted in the new project
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Post by steelmonkey on Jun 21, 2013 6:40:46 GMT
Plenty of factors we don't see....how practical is a second singer always in terms of Ian's very tightly calculated expense/income tour spread sheet...You know he's got it down to the penny for size of venues, ticket sales, profitable countries vs charity countries etc etc...so tossing in another band member might be a bigger deal than it seems...and how much does Ryan want to hitch his wagon to a beloved cult band rather far from the spotlights of hipness? That said...I think Ryan is a HUGE plus for Tull/Ian and I've been hoping since early on that he was a permanant feature....adding helper vocals and stage antics to all of Tull's current and future catalog...anyone notice how much he was involved in the non-brick 'best of' shows last year? Any hope of him staying around when the last brick tour note is sung? Note to Ian: Keep Ryan in the mix as long as possible...and, oh yeah, bring the giant Icelander along for One White Duck/0 at all.
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Post by chea on Jun 21, 2013 11:09:50 GMT
John Goodier sung some ( few ) parts together witu Ian.
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Post by nonrabbit on Jun 21, 2013 12:14:23 GMT
Plenty of factors we don't see....how practical is a second singer always in terms of Ian's very tightly calculated expense/income tour spread sheet...You know he's got it down to the penny for size of venues, ticket sales, profitable countries vs charity countries etc etc...so tossing in another band member might be a bigger deal than it seems...and how much does Ryan want to hitch his wagon to a beloved cult band rather far from the spotlights of hipness? That said...I think Ryan is a HUGE plus for Tull/Ian and I've been hoping since early on that he was a permanant feature....adding helper vocals and stage antics to all of Tull's current and future catalog...anyone notice how much he was involved in the non-brick 'best of' shows last year? Any hope of him staying around when the last brick tour note is sung? Note to Ian: Keep Ryan in the mix as long as possible...and, oh yeah, bring the giant Icelander along for One White Duck/0 at all. or a cardboard cut out of someone with taped music in the background nonrabbit Tull Events Co ordinator
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Post by Tull50 on Jun 21, 2013 22:50:35 GMT
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Post by steelmonkey on Jun 22, 2013 21:09:53 GMT
Thanks so much for the compilation, Remy...very nice.....A lot of 'Popeye' face (tm Ray) during Witches Promise. TOTRARTYTD nicer than expected...I've never really like that song...Nice start to Budapest...I can't ever get enough Budapest. Ian looks happy, sounds as good as can be expected...I think they should pepper in more instrumentals and give his voice a break and i think they should do more of TAAB2....wouldn't the sung 'what if's' be an excellent opener ?
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Post by Tull50 on Jun 22, 2013 21:19:36 GMT
Thanks so much for the compilation, Remy...very nice.....A lot of 'Popeye' face (tm Ray) during Witches Promise. TOTRARTYTD nicer than expected...I've never really like that song...Nice start to Budapest...I can't ever get enough Budapest. Ian looks happy, sounds as good as can be expected...I think they should pepper in more instrumentals and give his voice a break and i think they should do more of TAAB2....wouldn't the sung 'what if's' be an excellent opener ? I agree, Ian needs help on vocals, I do not like see how can fall so low this song ( SFTW )
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Post by Tull50 on Jun 23, 2013 18:00:43 GMT
Jethro Tull in Hong Kong, Special Guestgoo.gl/jLNNiUploaded by euroasiagigs Ian Anderson is interviewing Melody, a special guest on tomorrow show
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Post by Deleted on Jun 25, 2013 20:43:45 GMT
Jethro Tull’s Anderson Does Rock of Ages With Magic Flute By Frederik Balfour - Jun 25, 2013 4:00 PM ET www.bloomberg.com/news/2013-06-25/jethro-tull-s-anderson-does-rock-of-ages-with-magic-flute.htmlFront man Ian Anderson was 28 when Jethro Tull released “Too Old to Rock ’n’ Roll: Too Young to Die!” in 1976. Judging from his performance at Hong Kong’s Asia World Expo, the passing of 37 years hasn’t slowed him down much. In between jokes poking fun at his advancing years and memory loss, he’s determined to live up to the tour’s subtitle “Never Too Old to Rock ’n’ Roll.” Dressed in a black skull cap, white t-shirt and black pants, he leaps around like a leprechaun, now perched on one leg during flute solos (if you’re unfamiliar with his trademark playing, think Karate Kid), now wildly gesturing to incite band members to play better, then doing high kicks that would do a can-can girl proud. This athleticism overcompensates for the fact that the years have taken their toll on his voice. At times it’s painful to watch him strain for high notes on “Thick as a Brick” and “Too Young to Die,” a situation exacerbated by a heavier rock sound than the original versions. The crowd, which is full of sixtysomethings, is willing to cut him plenty of slack. I meet one fan who’d seen him play at a free Hampstead Heath show in 1968 and another who caught him a few years later in Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion. Anderson’s flute and acoustic guitar playing have improved over time, showcased in a moving rendition of “Hunting Girl.” Missing Martin Unfortunately, there’s little chemistry between Anderson and 30-year-old lead guitarist Florian Opahle, whose flowing locks are like a blond Jack Black from “School of Rock.” His solo of Bach’s Toccata and Fugue is ill conceived and leaves us missing Martin Barre, who is now touring with his own band. Things get better when Anderson joins local flautist Melody Chuan for “Griminelli’s Lament.” Her classical sound is a fine counterpoint to Anderson’s Rahsaan Roland Kirk-inspired playing on “Bourree.” There isn’t much toe tapping, let alone dancing, until the band blasts into the title track from “Aqualung.” One white-haired guy somewhat self-consciously holds his lighter aloft. With an encore, people rush to the edge of the stage, unfettered by the absence of security guards -- Hong Kong rock concert goers are famously well behaved. After 16 numbers, Anderson has barely broken a sweat, and clearly has as much fun as anyone in the audience. The band’s next performance is on June 30 at London’s Royal Albert Hall. Information: www.j-tull.com/tourdates/(Frederik Balfour is a Reporter-at-Large for Muse, the arts and leisure section of Bloomberg News. Opinions expressed are his own.) Muse highlights include Scott Reyburn on the auction market, Hephzibah Anderson on books, Ryan Sutton on New York dining and Stephanie Green’s Scene in D.C. To contact the writer on the story: Frederik Balfour in Hong Kong at fbalfour@bloomberg.net or on Twitter @frederikbalfour. To contact the editor responsible for this story: Manuela Hoelterhoff at mhoelterhoff@bloomberg.net.
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Post by pondus on Nov 3, 2013 14:05:25 GMT
I attended the concert in the operahouse in Oslo, two days ago. I think it was a good gig. I even think Ian sang better than expected. The last time I saw him in Oslo, or rather Jethro Tull in 2009 playing a "best of" set, I remember them opening with "cross eyed Mary" and I was embarrased. He sang out of key. This time he opened with LITP and I thought "Hmm. Seems to be hitting those notes quite easily. I almost dare think sounds good". The only time the vocals were obviously and irritating weak, were on Songs from the wood, and that was in the beginning of the song . Goodyear or O'Hara, or both, they should definitely practise more on singing the intro with Ian. They are not confident singers, but sounded OK elsewere. Ian should adress this. I guess my conclusion is that Ian seems to be at singing like you could expect from a 65 year old(or how old is he?). People are willing to cut him some slack at this point of his career. He is a legend, for f***s sake! He is playing a style of music that is influenced by so much more than your ususal american blues rock. Calssical, world and traditional music. I think he is apreciated for this. There's enough middle of the road band anyway. He and the band definirtely won the opereahouse-crowd over. Quite a bit of young people in their 20s and 30s there too. Even some really good looking females!They all gave Ian and the band a standing ovation.
I didn't miss Ryan. He would not have been right on these songs. He may be singing in key, but he has miles to go before he sings with conviction. I think he did well as an actor on TAAB, and I guess he saved some of it but really, he is not a great singer just because he hits the right notes. Further I can't understand the review here who said that Florian and Ian don't have any chemistry. They seemed to be having fun together. Even laughing . I don't think that was fake. Ian made fun of him, like he used to do of Martin...I think Florians version of that Bach piece in heavy metal style was quite cool. I like Eddie Van Halen, so I don't mind flashy electric guitar. Ian and O'Hara also did a Bach Piano and flutet thing together. It was first O'Hara playing awhile alone on th epiano, before Ian joined in on flute. He said it was new music. So I guessed they did what Martin has done on his CD, mixed old music with new, and created a fusion. Btw I did NOT miss Martin. Martin has NEVER seemed to be enjoying being in the spotlight, compared to Florian, or most other rock-guitarists for that matter. I think Florian adds a cool guitar hereo effect to the show. Martin seemed like he'd rather sit behind a curtain. This was the 6th time I have seen Tull/Anderson since 1996, so that is my impression. It would be cool to have Martin there and call it jethro Tull, but then again I'd rather watch muscians who seems to be having fun when they play. Thank God Jonathan Noyce is not playing in the band anymore. Goodyear has a stage precence and seems to be having fun, even though he is obviously been told or understood that his place is more in the background. Ian and Florian were the stars of the show, but the show seemed to be just as vital as the TABB shows. I'd give the concert at least 7 out of 10.
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Post by JTull 007 on Nov 3, 2013 16:36:44 GMT
I attended the concert in the operahouse in Oslo, two days ago. Btw I did NOT miss Martin. Martin has NEVER seemed to be enjoying being in the spotlight, compared to Florian, or most other rock-guitarists for that matter. I think Florian adds a cool guitar hereo effect to the show. Martin seemed like he'd rather sit behind a curtain. This was the 6th time I have seen Tull/Anderson since 1996, so that is my impression. It would be cool to have Martin there and call it jethro Tull, but then again I'd rather watch muscians who seems to be having fun when they play. Thank God Jonathan Noyce is not playing in the band anymore. Goodier has a stage precence and seems to be having fun, even though he is obviously been told or understood that his place is more in the background. Ian and Florian were the stars of the show, but the show seemed to be just as vital as the TAAB shows. I'd give the concert at least 7 out of 10. Welcome Pondus ! Glad you have an honest opinion for such a unique performance. I've heard Ian sing and strain too, but it still works for me. Anyway, the observation about Florian and Ian Chemistry is correct. I felt the same in 2007 when Martin seemed agitated. Your number of shows gives you ample credibility. As long as you like it, it rocks! I don't miss Jonathan Noyce either. David Goodier is very classy and has the coolest hair next to Flo. It looks great when the stage lights make it glow. Plus he plays with precision and style. I feel Ryan will become an integral part of the next album and tour. This makes him essential in the future. Rock On!~
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Post by maddogfagin on Nov 3, 2013 17:14:03 GMT
He and the band definirtely won the opereahouse-crowd over. Quite a bit of young people in their 20s and 30s there too. Even some really good looking females!They all gave Ian and the band a standing ovation. Hi pondus and a warm welcome to The JT Forum. Great to read you review of the concert and your comment above about the band receiving a standing ovation. Your review will be much appreciated here by the membership - many thanks. MD
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Post by bunkerfan on Nov 3, 2013 19:27:32 GMT
I attended the concert in the operahouse in Oslo, two days ago. I think it was a good gig. I even think Ian sang better than expected. The last time I saw him in Oslo, or rather Jethro Tull in 2009 playing a "best of" set, I remember them opening with "cross eyed Mary" and I was embarrased. He sang out of key. This time he opened with LITP and I thought "Hmm. Seems to be hitting those notes quite easily. I almost dare think sounds good". The only time the vocals were obviously and irritating weak, were on Songs from the wood, and that was in the beginning of the song . Goodyear or O'Hara, or both, they should definitely practise more on singing the intro with Ian. They are not confident singers, but sounded OK elsewere. Ian should adress this. I guess my conclusion is that Ian seems to be at singing like you could expect from a 65 year old(or how old is he?). People are willing to cut him some slack at this point of his career. He is a legend, for f***s sake! He is playing a style of music that is influenced by so much more than your ususal american blues rock. Calssical, world and traditional music. I think he is apreciated for this. There's enough middle of the road band anyway. He and the band definirtely won the opereahouse-crowd over. Quite a bit of young people in their 20s and 30s there too. Even some really good looking females!They all gave Ian and the band a standing ovation. I didn't miss Ryan. He would not have been right on these songs. He may be singing in key, but he has miles to go before he sings with conviction. I think he did well as an actor on TAAB, and I guess he saved some of it but really, he is not a great singer just because he hits the right notes. Further I can't understand the review here who said that Florian and Ian don't have any chemistry. They seemed to be having fun together. Even laughing . I don't think that was fake. Ian made fun of him, like he used to do of Martin...I think Florians version of that Bach piece in heavy metal style was quite cool. I like Eddie Van Halen, so I don't mind flashy electric guitar. Ian and O'Hara also did a Bach Piano and flutet thing together. It was first O'Hara playing awhile alone on th epiano, before Ian joined in on flute. He said it was new music. So I guessed they did what Martin has done on his CD, mixed old music with new, and created a fusion. Btw I did NOT miss Martin. Martin has NEVER seemed to be enjoying being in the spotlight, compared to Florian, or most other rock-guitarists for that matter. I think Florian adds a cool guitar hereo effect to the show. Martin seemed like he'd rather sit behind a curtain. This was the 6th time I have seen Tull/Anderson since 1996, so that is my impression. It would be cool to have Martin there and call it jethro Tull, but then again I'd rather watch muscians who seems to be having fun when they play. Thank God Jonathan Noyce is not playing in the band anymore. Goodyear has a stage precence and seems to be having fun, even though he is obviously been told or understood that his place is more in the background. Ian and Florian were the stars of the show, but the show seemed to be just as vital as the TABB shows. I'd give the concert at least 7 out of 10. Thank you for your interesting and very honest review pondus. I'm pleased to hear Ian's voice was a pleasant surprise, I think so long as he sticks to songs he's more familiar with that don't make him strain too much then he's a great singer with a great voice, the acoustic tours have proved it. Welcome to The Jethro Tull Forum.
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Post by pondus on Nov 4, 2013 0:45:16 GMT
Thanks for the kind welcome and thanks for starting and maintaining this forum! I would like to add that the show on nov 1st was sold out. That means 1500 seats in the Oslo Opera, and to sum it up again, I think there were 4 major factors why I liked this Tull/Ian concert more than some of the others I have been to since 96. 1) Ian sounded better than expected/feared. He is never gonna be a really great vocalist anymore per se, but you know...The reason the beginning of "songs from the wood" did not sound all that well, actually seemed to be because Goodyear or O'Hara sang out of key, or maybe it was Ian, but when he sang it alone, it actually sounded descent( I mean like it was not embarrassing...as I would have feared) 2) Ian and the band seemed to be having fun together. It's peculiar, but it seems more like a band these days when it is called a solo project. It's not just Ian. Florian is showing off and Goodyear seems to be in the groove all through, even jumping up and down on occasion. 3) The show was coreographed quite a bit, and with humor, a bit like old Tull in the 70s 4) From where I sat (in the gallery!) I sometimes looked on the audience below me, and I saw so many heads bobbing and smiling, that it just felt good to see Ian & co making other people happy. He really stands out as an original in the rock music-biss, a man who really has done things his own way. For better or worse. I think people are just genuinly happy for him still being vital and sharing his legacy. He is also still quite funny. One of the first things he said to the audience was something like"For this next song, I am gonna pick up my little tiny small guitar. My girly guitar. I am quite a girly man actually.... I mean, I play the flute for f&%&s sake!" That's the kind of humor i can appreciate!
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