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Post by nonrabbit on Sept 15, 2015 8:50:15 GMT
Next - who's the person on the right ? Jeremy Corbin? Funny you saying that he's getting compared in looks to a certain flute-player by some 'newspaper' reports.
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Post by maddogfagin on Sept 15, 2015 8:54:57 GMT
www.dmeadows.co.uk/music/ia-2015.htmlIan Anderson
The Sage, Gateshead
13 September 2015 Ian Anderson used to front a band called Jethro Tull, named for the 18th-century agricultural pioneer. Now Anderson has written a "rock opera" using the music of Jethro Tull (the band) to tell the story of Jethro Tull (the man) except transplanted through time to be about a fictional 21st-century agricultural scientist called, er, Jethro Tull. Are you with me so far? What this actually is, as Anderson openly admits in the programme notes, is "another grim attempt to put a spin on what is patently yet another 'Best of Jethro Tull Tour'". Which works fine, because the packed audience in Hall One of The Sage are more than happy to hear the best of Jethro Tull. Anderson has written new, short "recitative" songs to link the classics into a coherent whole and tell the main story, but other than that it's one "hit" after another, and pretty much everything you would wish from an Ian Anderson (or Jethro Tull) gig. Some of the classics are worked seamlessly into the narrative — Heavy Horses is an obvious easy win. Others are more contrived, but who is ever going to complain about Aqualung being shoehorned into the set? In addition to Anderson's band (John O'Hara, Florian Opahle, Scott Hammond, Greig Robinson), three guest singers take the roles of characters in the story: David Goodier, Ryan O'Donnell, and Unnur Birna Björnsdóttir. But they don't appear on stage, they are credited in the programme as "virtual guests", and all their parts are pre-recorded back projections. It actually works really well, and the synchronisation with the band, and when duetting with Ian, is flawless. The whole two-hour show is accompanied by a back projected film with a variety of interesting and inventive imagery in addition to the guest singers, which all helps illustrate the story. The video creator gets a (virtual) bow at the end of the show, and he deserves it: there's a tremendous amount of creative work up there. But even though it's hard to take your eyes off the screen, the man we've all come to see is Ian Anderson, and he doesn't disappoint. He's singing less on each successive tour now I think — with three guest singers on this one, he's probably handling less than half the vocals himself. I imagine there are practical reasons for this (for God's sake, the man is 68!), but the way he has structured the show around the extra singers really works. And if he's saving his voice, he's certainly not skimping on his flute playing. He plays throughout virtually the whole show, actually adding extra parts where he would normally be singing, and taking plenty of "show off" solos. And he does it with as much energy as I've ever seen,throwing himself along the whole (considerable) length of the stage to make sure everybody gets a good look at him. The whole package is massively entertaining. But I don't think Ian Anderson knows how to be not entertaining.
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Post by nonrabbit on Sept 15, 2015 8:58:09 GMT
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Post by bunkerfan on Sept 15, 2015 9:21:49 GMT
www.dmeadows.co.uk/music/ia-2015.htmlIan Anderson
The Sage, Gateshead
13 September 2015 Ian Anderson used to front a band called Jethro Tull, named for the 18th-century agricultural pioneer. Now Anderson has written a "rock opera" using the music of Jethro Tull (the band) to tell the story of Jethro Tull (the man) except transplanted through time to be about a fictional 21st-century agricultural scientist called, er, Jethro Tull. Are you with me so far? What this actually is, as Anderson openly admits in the programme notes, is "another grim attempt to put a spin on what is patently yet another 'Best of Jethro Tull Tour'". Which works fine, because the packed audience in Hall One of The Sage are more than happy to hear the best of Jethro Tull. Anderson has written new, short "recitative" songs to link the classics into a coherent whole and tell the main story, but other than that it's one "hit" after another, and pretty much everything you would wish from an Ian Anderson (or Jethro Tull) gig. Some of the classics are worked seamlessly into the narrative — Heavy Horses is an obvious easy win. Others are more contrived, but who is ever going to complain about Aqualung being shoehorned into the set? In addition to Anderson's band (John O'Hara, Florian Opahle, Scott Hammond, Greig Robinson), three guest singers take the roles of characters in the story: David Goodier, Ryan O'Donnell, and Unnur Birna Björnsdóttir. But they don't appear on stage, they are credited in the programme as "virtual guests", and all their parts are pre-recorded back projections. It actually works really well, and the synchronisation with the band, and when duetting with Ian, is flawless. The whole two-hour show is accompanied by a back projected film with a variety of interesting and inventive imagery in addition to the guest singers, which all helps illustrate the story. The video creator gets a (virtual) bow at the end of the show, and he deserves it: there's a tremendous amount of creative work up there. But even though it's hard to take your eyes off the screen, the man we've all come to see is Ian Anderson, and he doesn't disappoint. He's singing less on each successive tour now I think — with three guest singers on this one, he's probably handling less than half the vocals himself. I imagine there are practical reasons for this (for God's sake, the man is 68!), but the way he has structured the show around the extra singers really works. And if he's saving his voice, he's certainly not skimping on his flute playing. He plays throughout virtually the whole show, actually adding extra parts where he would normally be singing, and taking plenty of "show off" solos. And he does it with as much energy as I've ever seen,throwing himself along the whole (considerable) length of the stage to make sure everybody gets a good look at him. The whole package is massively entertaining. But I don't think Ian Anderson knows how to be not entertaining. Well that's saved me writing a review. But I'd just like to add that the new songs were pretty good especially Stick, Twist, Bust, I thought it was a belter.
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Post by maddogfagin on Sept 15, 2015 14:52:12 GMT
One thing that hasn't been mentioned, unless of course I've missed it - were the theatres full ?
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Post by bunkerfan on Sept 15, 2015 15:22:26 GMT
One thing that hasn't been mentioned, unless of course I've missed it - were the theatres full ? There were very few empty seats at The Sage, maybe less than 20 but I didn't check the third tier.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 15, 2015 15:51:06 GMT
The taxi driver? James A ? Next - who's the person on the right ? Not Martin Barre
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Post by stevep on Sept 15, 2015 16:24:46 GMT
Regards the attendance at the Sage in Newcastle. The Sage 1 theatre takes around 1600 people. There were a number of empty seats in around us on level 1 and Level 2 did not look very full to me (maybe 75%). I did not see anyone on level 3. I called the Sage on Friday to see whether they were interested in any return tickets (as my daughter and her fiancé actually won free tickets from a local radio station). The tickets office lady said they had hundreds of tickets still available so they did not want them. My guess is that there would be 1200 people.
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Post by steelmonkey on Sept 15, 2015 17:02:36 GMT
Please...everybody buy tickets and give them to the poor people who might use them to get indoors for awhile. I need this tour to succeed and continue
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Post by bunkerfan on Sept 15, 2015 19:20:47 GMT
Regards the attendance at the Sage in Newcastle. The Sage 1 theatre takes around 1600 people. There were a number of empty seats in around us on level 1 and Level 2 did not look very full to me (maybe 75%). I did not see anyone on level 3. I called the Sage on Friday to see whether they were interested in any return tickets (as my daughter and her fiancé actually won free tickets from a local radio station). The tickets office lady said they had hundreds of tickets still available so they did not want them. My guess is that there would be 1200 people. I was in row H on level 1 and I didn't really 'stand up' and look behind much but from where I was to the stage there wasn't many empty seats. Maybe they should publish the attendance like they do at football matches and we'll all be happy.
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Post by bunkerfan on Sept 15, 2015 19:24:47 GMT
Next - who's the person on the right ? Not Martin Barre Or maybe it was.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 15, 2015 20:22:44 GMT
Not Martin Barre Or maybe it was. Perfect.
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Post by stevep on Sept 15, 2015 20:23:54 GMT
" I was in row H on level 1 and I didn't really 'stand up' and look behind much but from where I was to the stage there wasn't many empty seats. Maybe they should publish the attendance like they do at football matches and we'll all be happy. " Sorry, did not intend to sound like I was criticising your view. I just found it a bit disappointing to see empty seats at an IA concert (or any concert for that matter). As you say, the main part of the auditorium was almost full... the seat beside me was free though as I had a spare ticket! I remember days when Tull played the City Hall and tickets were like gold dust...
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Post by stevep on Sept 15, 2015 20:55:49 GMT
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Post by patrick on Sept 15, 2015 21:42:58 GMT
IAN ANDERSON PRESENTS JETHRO TULL THE ROCK OPERA - THE LOWRY SALFORD - MONDAY SEPTEMBER 14 'As a big fan since 1970 with around 150 Tull/ Anderson shows under my belt in locations across the UK and Europe, running a Tull tribute band, a rare but occasional writer for A NEW DAY, and a dipping bank balance reflecting my insistence on extending my Tull collection over a 45 year period, I would just like to share a few personal thoughts about last nights concert at The Lowry Theatre in Salford...A concert I had not originally thought I would attend. As it turned out so so glad I did though we were indebted to my merchandising friend Tom Lynch and his assistant ending up with front row middle stalls - a great swop for the back of the circle seats we had originally purchased a couple of months ago. In talking about Jethro Tull The Rock Opera , I suspect that there are those reading this piece who will dismiss the tour completely for several reasons. I am aware of the ill feeling in some fan quarters regarding the omission of certain musicians especially Martin Barre. I too feel very sad that Martin and Doane Perry are not part of Ian's current thinking. However let us be thankful that Ian Anderson has rediscovered his amazing creativity and shows no sign of slowing down yet even if it is on his terms. I think he deserves huge respect for his musical prowess both on and off the field of play. What will be will be. Accept and enjoy what is on offer in 2015 which is considerable both from Ian and Martin albeit on different stages. Both of our heroes still pack a powerful punch and neither deserves to be dismissed. And so to the concert itself with Ian joined by recent band members Florian Opale, Scott Hammond, John O'Hara and new boy Greig Robertson. Interactive links also gave us David Goodier, Ryan O'Donnell and Unnur Birna Bjornsdottir . The gig lasted two hours plus and in truth I thought it was simply BRILLIANT...absolutely loved it from start to finish The sound, lighting and film projection stuff was all terrific. The concept was very clever and thought out and the interactive stuff especially the contributions made by Unnur and Ryan did not detract at all. The band rocked as tight as any line up I have seen from Jethro Tull over the last few years. So you folks out there still living in 1971, get a grip. Ian Anderson is a genius like him or loathe him. Stop moaning about his voice. He recognises his weaknesses and is willing to go out on a limb and bring something to the masses that is thought provoking, creative, innovative, fun and at times rocks to the limits. I'm giving the gig 5 ***** because this was definitely the strongest show I have seen from Ian in several years . I will now check out seeing the show somewhere in Europe - well you know it makes sense. My message to Jethro Tull fans everywhere is this...Go and see Jethro Tull The Rock Opera. 'Its all ok its all official' Some photos from the second set were taken by my daughter Jess who also did a couple of vids as well. Couple of extra pics taken with long time Tull fan and mate Elwyn Davies as well as Tom Lynch Mr. Swag man. My daughter Jess is no Martin Webb but she did her best and the photos she took turned out quite well. Check them out on the Cold Flame face book page @ www.facebook.com/coldflameuk Be seeing you...Patrick Sept 15 2015
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Post by steelmonkey on Sept 15, 2015 22:02:40 GMT
There...a review that makes perfect sense to me !
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Post by Deleted on Sept 16, 2015 2:24:48 GMT
Ian Anderson – Sage Gateshead – 13-9-15The arc of the story takes a modern Jethro Tull (Ryan) through his student days in Oxford, through marriage to Suzzie (Unnur), disconnection from his parents, work abroad, the discovery of ‘Tullgen’ and the resulting fame and fortune. Along the way there’s classic songs aplenty with ‘Wind Up’, ‘Jack in the Green’, ‘Living in The Past’, ‘A New Day Yesterday’, ‘Weather Cock’, and ‘Witches Promise’ all putting in appearances. The biggest cheers are reserved for ‘Aqualung’ ( lyrics about “eyeing little girls with bad intent” amended) and the set closer, a superb ‘Locomotive Breath’, where prog rock lives again with a long instrumental introduction where the keyboards (John O’Hara) crash and the guitar (Florian Opahale – a Paul Kossoff lookalike) blazes! There’s five or six new songs premiered tonight of which ‘Stick, Twist, Bust’ is perhaps the best (loud cheers from the guys behind me) although at least one, ‘Fruits of Frankenfield’, (guess what that one’s about!) is a little heavy handed for my taste. Photographer – Martin Webb
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Post by JTull 007 on Sept 16, 2015 2:37:17 GMT
IAN ANDERSON PRESENTS JETHRO TULL THE ROCK OPERA - THE LOWRY SALFORD - MONDAY SEPTEMBER 14 The band rocked as tight as any line up I have seen from Jethro Tull over the last few years. So you folks out there still living in 1971, get a grip. Ian Anderson is a genius like him or loathe him. Stop moaning about his voice.
I'm giving the gig 5 ***** because this was definitely the strongest show I have seen from Ian in several years. I will now check out seeing the show somewhere in Europe - well you know it makes sense. My message to Jethro Tull fans everywhere is this...Go and see Jethro Tull The Rock Opera. 'Its all ok its all official'
Some photos from the second set were taken by my daughter Jess who also did a couple of vids as well. Couple of extra pics taken with long time Tull fan and mate Elwyn Davies as well as Tom Lynch Mr. Swag man. My daughter Jess is no Martin Webb but she did her best and the photos she took turned out quite well. Check them out on the Cold Flame face book page @ www.facebook.com/coldflameuk
Be seeing you...Patrick Sept 15 2015 I quit moaning after Jeffrey left. This is a great review by Patrick...TULL Party 2015
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Post by bunkerfan on Sept 16, 2015 6:59:16 GMT
IAN ANDERSON PRESENTS JETHRO TULL THE ROCK OPERA - THE LOWRY SALFORD - MONDAY SEPTEMBER 14 'As a big fan since 1970 with around 150 Tull/ Anderson shows under my belt in locations across the UK and Europe, running a Tull tribute band, a rare but occasional writer for A NEW DAY, and a dipping bank balance reflecting my insistence on extending my Tull collection over a 45 year period, I would just like to share a few personal thoughts about last nights concert at The Lowry Theatre in Salford...A concert I had not originally thought I would attend. As it turned out so so glad I did though we were indebted to my merchandising friend Tom Lynch and his assistant ending up with front row middle stalls - a great swop for the back of the circle seats we had originally purchased a couple of months ago. In talking about Jethro Tull The Rock Opera , I suspect that there are those reading this piece who will dismiss the tour completely for several reasons. I am aware of the ill feeling in some fan quarters regarding the omission of certain musicians especially Martin Barre. I too feel very sad that Martin and Doane Perry are not part of Ian's current thinking. However let us be thankful that Ian Anderson has rediscovered his amazing creativity and shows no sign of slowing down yet even if it is on his terms. I think he deserves huge respect for his musical prowess both on and off the field of play. What will be will be. Accept and enjoy what is on offer in 2015 which is considerable both from Ian and Martin albeit on different stages. Both of our heroes still pack a powerful punch and neither deserves to be dismissed. And so to the concert itself with Ian joined by recent band members Florian Opale, Scott Hammond, John O'Hara and new boy Greig Robertson. Interactive links also gave us David Goodier, Ryan O'Donnell and Unnur Birna Bjornsdottir . The gig lasted two hours plus and in truth I thought it was simply BRILLIANT...absolutely loved it from start to finish The sound, lighting and film projection stuff was all terrific. The concept was very clever and thought out and the interactive stuff especially the contributions made by Unnur and Ryan did not detract at all. The band rocked as tight as any line up I have seen from Jethro Tull over the last few years. So you folks out there still living in 1971, get a grip. Ian Anderson is a genius like him or loathe him. Stop moaning about his voice. He recognises his weaknesses and is willing to go out on a limb and bring something to the masses that is thought provoking, creative, innovative, fun and at times rocks to the limits. I'm giving the gig 5 ***** because this was definitely the strongest show I have seen from Ian in several years . I will now check out seeing the show somewhere in Europe - well you know it makes sense. My message to Jethro Tull fans everywhere is this...Go and see Jethro Tull The Rock Opera. 'Its all ok its all official' Some photos from the second set were taken by my daughter Jess who also did a couple of vids as well. Couple of extra pics taken with long time Tull fan and mate Elwyn Davies as well as Tom Lynch Mr. Swag man. My daughter Jess is no Martin Webb but she did her best and the photos she took turned out quite well. Check them out on the Cold Flame face book page @ www.facebook.com/coldflameuk Be seeing you...Patrick Sept 15 2015 Thank you for your great review Patrick and I do hope you're lucky enough to see 'The Rock Opera' again.
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Post by bunkerfan on Sept 16, 2015 7:37:12 GMT
Aqualung from The Lowry uploaded by Rikkadir
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Post by maddogfagin on Sept 16, 2015 11:54:28 GMT
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Post by nonrabbit on Sept 16, 2015 12:32:23 GMT
Tell me how that sounds Live please?
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Post by onewhiteduck on Sept 16, 2015 13:48:54 GMT
Ms Rabbit. It was great. It sounded a lot fuller, not so tinny as the clip. It was an exceptional encore, loved the subtle ending ........along the Strand (and hands his mic to O'Hara as he quietly just walks off stage... nice touch. Quite Touching in a way.
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Post by JTull 007 on Sept 16, 2015 18:15:33 GMT
"I remember days when Tull played the City Hall and tickets were like gold dust.." They are still worth more than GOLD DUST to TULL Fans like me
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Post by nonrabbit on Sept 17, 2015 8:42:11 GMT
Yes yes..... ".I sit and gaze at that far horizon where on opposite balcony black crows wait watching the man sit in puzzled reflection as the ratchet clicks on the turnstile gate..." Brilliant! and here - the favourites. "Make Dad proud as you wonder aloud on the steely rails of the new straight track..."Dad, wonder aloud, rails and track
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