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Post by Deleted on Dec 28, 2013 23:10:14 GMT
Yuck...that alternate cover for the Xmas albums looks like the kind of stuff you'd get free in December when you filled your tank at Texaco or something....calender art circa 1964....gag me with a spoon. Texaco - your post made me laugh & remember. Terrible Happy New Year 2014 |
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Post by maddogfagin on Dec 29, 2013 10:23:08 GMT
Yuck...that alternate cover for the Xmas albums looks like the kind of stuff you'd get free in December when you filled your tank at Texaco or something....calender art circa 1964....gag me with a spoon. Or one of those cheap and cheerful Christmas cards from the next door neighbour or someone you work with. However I suppose if Chrysalis had used that version we would have got used to it by now.  |
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Post by maddogfagin on Dec 31, 2013 15:34:02 GMT
From wikipedia: The cover art copyright is believed to belong to the label, R&M Records, or the graphic artist(s).Doesn't say much - the search continues. A review of the album from around the time it was originally issued from www.allmusic.com/ by Bruce Eder For a band that remained relatively consistent (with a few minor exceptions) in their approach to rock & roll since 1968, Jethro Tull also possessed a sound that was uniquely '70s-oriented during their most successful period between 1971-1978. Avid fans have been yearning for the group's return to the style which made them one of the most successful of the guitar-based, mainstream prog outfits -- albums like Broadsword and the Beast and J-Tull.Com touched on their former glory, but they didn't fully satisfy. Christmas Album could be the recording that those fans have been waiting for, and they shouldn't let its title or overt seasonal orientation dissuade them -- with their liberal use of classic English folk music and overall orientation toward England's past (even in their name), Jethro Tull is also the one prog rock/hard rock band of their generation that could issue a Christmas album that folds so easily into the rest of their output; it transcends its purpose and focus, mostly through the quiet boldness of its music and playing and the surprising excitement that laces most of the 16 songs. With a mixture of re-recorded old songs, Christmas standards and new originals, songwriter/singer Ian Anderson, in a roundabout manner, captures the tradition, warmth, and bittersweet feelings that are inextricably linked to the holiday season; at the same time, Anderson, longtime collaborator/lead guitarist Martin Barre, and the rest of the group's 2003 lineup recapture the musical intensity of three decades' past, and build on the classic Tull mood of sardonic humor, wry irony, and fierce passions that permeated all of their work from Stand Up to Songs From the Wood. All of this material, in its content and execution, recalls the group's prime early-'70s years and levels of musical complexity not presented so successfully by this band in at least 25 years. With a generous use of unamplified instruments like mandolin, acoustic guitar, flute, and accordion, this album resembles the production found on Songs From the Wood and Heavy Horses. In fact, three tracks from those two albums were reworked for this release; "Fire at Midnight," "Ring Out Solstice Bells" and "Weathercock." Only "Ring Out Solstice Bells" appeared to be the obvious choice for a Christmas album, but given Anderson's offbeat perspective of things, the other two tracks assimilate nicely. In addition, "Jack Frost and the Hooded Crow" sounds like it could have emanated from those 1977 and 1978 recordings, as could "Last Man at the Party" from 1974's War Child sessions. Among the re-recordings, pieces such as "A Christmas Song," that originally had orchestral accompaniment, are redone without it, in new arrangements, while others that were done without orchestra get dressed up with strings. From the traditional side of Christmas, Tull gives "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" a jazzy adaptation reminiscent of "Bouree" from Stand Up (which is also revisited on this recording) and "We Five Kings" sounds rhythmically similar to "Living in the Past," particularly the bass guitar line. In addition to Bach's Bouree, the majestic Gabriel Fauré piece Pavane is included, which features guitarist Martin Barre's exceptional acoustic playing. And Barre himself gets a rare solo composition as the album closer (a Christmas gift from Anderson?), the deeply evocative tone-painting "A Winter Snowscape," which takes some gratifying turns away from the most obvious melodic direction. The album's overall mix of folk, jazz, pop, rock, and classical elements carries it beyond the holiday listening for which it was intended, and is all woven together so skillfully as to make this an essential Tull album, their first in almost three decades and their most musically rewarding. And although this Christmas album doesn't necessarily conjure up images of Santa and the Savior, it does create a mood and feeling reflective of the holiday season. More importantly, it is perhaps the most satisfying Tull releases in 25 years. [Reissued in late 2004 in a limited-edition version with a bonus DVD containing three performance videos of material going back to "That Sunday Feeling"].
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Post by steelmonkey on Dec 31, 2013 17:37:01 GMT
Oh...That Sunday Feeling....
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Post by tullist on Dec 31, 2013 17:57:46 GMT
I agree front to back with that Eder guy. Which is not to say I play that record alot. But front to back, I believe it to be a mission statement completed in full. There again I have that opinion of Tull and Ian's output studio or live since Roots, and nearly Divinities, where a track or two, like En Afrique, let the side down.
Precisely why I do not rush to set my standard with Benefit, Passion Play or Minstrel. Individual moments may be excellent, but to many down spots in my perception. Not that even Roots is not without one, one alot seem to like, Jasmin Corridor, I find embarrassingly maudlin, though like the entire record I like the instrumental parts, save occasionally for the keyboards. No fault of Andy Giddings or any Tull keyboard since John Evan, I just do not like gizmotron keyboards...normally. Especially when they try to "replicate" a symphony orchestra or even a string section because...they don't.
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Post by hardliner on Jan 1, 2014 0:54:36 GMT
I agree front to back with that Eder guy. Which is not to say I play that record alot. But front to back, I believe it to be a mission statement completed in full. There again I have that opinion of Tull and Ian's output studio or live since Roots, and nearly Divinities, where a track or two, like En Afrique, let the side down. Precisely why I do not rush to set my standard with Benefit, Passion Play or Minstrel. Individual moments may be excellent, but to many down spots in my perception. Not that even Roots is not without one, one alot seem to like, Jasmin Corridor, I find embarrassingly maudlin, though like the entire record I like the instrumental parts, save occasionally for the keyboards. No fault of Andy Giddings or any Tull keyboard since John Evan, I just do not like gizmotron keyboards...normally. Especially when they try to "replicate" a symphony orchestra or even a string section because...they don't. Its called saving money on not hiring the orchestra and yep its crap in comparison |
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Post by Deleted on Dec 2, 2014 14:13:57 GMT
www.antimusic.com/news/14/December/02Lynyrd_Skynyrd,_Twisted_Sister_Lead_Rockin_Christmas_Album_List.shtml Jethro Tull - Christmas Album: Tull frontman Ian Anderson's goal on this 2003 disc was "to find some uplifting traditional Christmas carols, some new songs, and to re-record some old Tull pieces on the Christmas topic." The eccentric minstrel was obviously inspired by the process, as he and his Tull 'mates delivered their finest folk-prog album since the '70s. Guitarist Martin Barre's acoustic work is especially dazzling.
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Post by nonrabbit on Dec 3, 2014 10:38:18 GMT
Whoever wrote that piece of marketing " If you liked ...." clearly doesn't know or understand the intense Tull fan.  "If you liked Benefit you'll LOVE APP"  |
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Post by nonrabbit on Dec 3, 2014 10:56:29 GMT
How far did we get on the Mystery Artist of the Christmas Album Cover?
So far Miss Marple contacted a nice gentlemen from Tull Inc who kindly informed her that the cover picture was from the coffers of the musician himself, a flute playing, cat and chilli aficionado called Mr Anderson. He acquired the painting on a shopping trip in a village somewhere between his house and Waitrose - where he shops. The picture was in the window of an antique shoppe - he spotted it out the corner of his eye when he was passing through the main street.
After much haggling, he settled on a price and brought the picture back to his home. Ever the artist himself and rock star he decided it would improve the picture all round if he himself was the subject. So using his skills as a student of Art he drew the famous caricature of the flute player on one leg and thus the picture was then used as a product of his artistry in both music and art.
The story continues with the discovery of the original artist - back to that nice gentlemen from Tull Inc - more to follow.
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Post by onewhiteduck on Dec 3, 2014 11:47:58 GMT
Interesting. Good timing NR.
I played the Christmas Album last night on my IPod and it is a great seasonal album.
Its got its critics but surely it is (what is says on the tin). Its not AAP or SFTW but there is some great playing on. MB plays some wonderful stuff and I was really picking up the Jon Noyce bass lines last night - must be the new headphones! Anyway there we go.
Nadolig Llawen to you all ( if you can't be arsed its Merry Christmas )
WeFiveDucks
PS. I like JN's playing on the 'Aqualung Live CD' - just saying
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Post by maddogfagin on Dec 3, 2014 12:41:05 GMT
How far did we get on the Mystery Artist of the Christmas Album Cover? So far Miss Marple contacted a nice gentlemen from Tull Inc who kindly informed her that the cover picture was from the coffers of the musician himself, a flute playing, cat and chilli aficionado called Mr Anderson. He acquired the painting on a shopping trip in a village somewhere between his house and Waitrose - where he shops. The picture was in the window of an antique shoppe - he spotted it out the corner of his eye when he was passing through the main street. After much haggling, he settled on a price and brought the picture back to his home. Ever the artist himself and rock star he decided it would improve the picture all round if he himself was the subject. So using his skills as a student of Art he drew the famous caricature of the flute player on one leg and thus the picture was then used as a product of his artistry in both music and art. The story continues with the discovery of the original artist - back to that nice gentlemen from Tull Inc - more to follow. This is as far as we got a year ago Ms Marple jethrotull.proboards.com/thread/1771/christmas-album?page=1 |
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Post by nonrabbit on Dec 3, 2014 22:39:00 GMT
How far did we get on the Mystery Artist of the Christmas Album Cover? So far Miss Marple contacted a nice gentlemen from Tull Inc who kindly informed her that the cover picture was from the coffers of the musician himself, a flute playing, cat and chilli aficionado called Mr Anderson. He acquired the painting on a shopping trip in a village somewhere between his house and Waitrose - where he shops. The picture was in the window of an antique shoppe - he spotted it out the corner of his eye when he was passing through the main street. After much haggling, he settled on a price and brought the picture back to his home. Ever the artist himself and rock star he decided it would improve the picture all round if he himself was the subject. So using his skills as a student of Art he drew the famous caricature of the flute player on one leg and thus the picture was then used as a product of his artistry in both music and art. The story continues with the discovery of the original artist - back to that nice gentlemen from Tull Inc - more to follow. This is as far as we got a year ago Ms Marple jethrotull.proboards.com/thread/1771/christmas-album?page=1Well it only comes round once a year Mr Dog |
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Post by maddogfagin on Dec 4, 2014 9:06:24 GMT
Well it only comes round once a year Mr Dog Christmas decorations going up in the house this weekend. Don't know what I'll put on top of the tree this year though ?  |
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Post by nonrabbit on Dec 4, 2014 10:09:21 GMT
Well it only comes round once a year Mr Dog Christmas decorations going up in the house this weekend. Don't know what I'll put on top of the tree this year though ? ![]() i62.images obliterated by tinypic/aow9ix.jpg[/IMG] |
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Post by maddogfagin on Dec 30, 2014 10:12:37 GMT
retroonline.it/29/12/2014/cultura/jethro-tull-lultimo-vero-album-di-natale/[Google translation]  Every year, together with decorations and gifts, just before Christmas is accompanied by the now inevitable Christmas album . In conjunction with the festival, on the shelves of record stores appear Christmas compilation of all kinds, but very few of these can be considered noteworthy. The tendency to go over the arrangements of the great classics (Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole etc.) has meant that anyone who tries to produce a record Christmas-themed end up endlessly repeat the same songs, applying their own dress code but without leaving the schemes imposed by the great names of the past. Thinking in these terms, to finally enjoy a Christmas album unique need to take a leap into the past: 11 years ago , the Jethro Tull , prog legendary British band, gave birth to the latest Christmas album worthy of the name and their latest work in the studio.  Photo credit: Mr Clive / IWoman / CC BY-NDA year earlier, in the winter of 2002, Len Fico (CEO of Fuel 2000 Records) suggested to Ian Anderson 's return to the studio to work on a new album, according to Fico would be interesting to combine the typical sounds of Jethro Tull with Christmas themes through a series of rearrangements and maybe some new track. The proposal was received with enthusiasm by Anderson, who set to work: the next Christmas comes The Jethro Tull Christmas Album . Besides the classic Christmas Carols English, the disc contains unreleased songs like Birthday Card At Chrismas, dedicated to his daughter Gale Anderson who own birthday December 25. Even Last Man At The Party is an excellent song with a mandolin that weaves the magic flute of Ian Anderson, weaving plots remarkable. Pleasant also instrumental A Winter Snowscape , song exclusively signed by Martin Barre , borrowed solo album "Stage Left" and arranged with numerous phrasings flute. A little 'less significant the great Christmas classics that despite the picturesque arrangements can not get out of the traditional schemes. The same fate is true for the review of the historical parts of the band, such as A Christmas Song, Another Christmas Song, Jack Frost And The Hooded Crow, Weathercock, Fire At Midnight, Ring Out Solstice Bells and Bourée. In this case, as well as occupying a space considerable in terms of minutes, Anderson and his fail to revive their old masterpieces: feel clearly the signs of aging, both in voice and in the execution of each band member. The end result is an album that, despite numerous traces of little weight, gives Jethro Tull yet another positive note: it is not easy to propose something innovative when it comes to writing an album theme. Taking as a yardstick the new songs in this album, but we can say that even in this context, Anderson and her have managed to recreate the atmosphere at the height of any previous disc: all in all a very good test, given the very low standards that inevitably accompany any album with a Christmas theme. After 11 years, The Jethro Tull Christmas Album is the last album of Christmas noteworthy, both for the quality of the songs, both for the feelings associated with them: a record that makes the home an event but especially magical mystical , nothing to do with the format and worldly plasticized that resonate in the malls during the holidays: a clear sign of what the meaning of Christmas is changing, going to tilt increasingly consumerist and less human.
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Post by ash on Dec 30, 2014 16:38:43 GMT
I've played it a few times this Christmas. I had the CD player set on repeat, so I lost count  |
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Post by onewhiteduck on Dec 30, 2014 17:18:08 GMT
Me to Ash.You can't beat the JT Christmas album at err....Christmas.
OneWhitePartridge
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Post by maddogfagin on Dec 31, 2014 10:51:59 GMT
Me to Ash.You can't beat the JT Christmas album at err....Christmas. OneWhitePartridge Published on 19 Dec 2014 by Andrew Giddings |
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Post by ash on Dec 31, 2014 14:47:48 GMT
Me to Ash.You can't beat the JT Christmas album at err....Christmas. OneWhitePartridge Published on 19 Dec 2014 by Andrew GiddingsThere's a bad Santa or two in that video  |
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Post by sparkymarky77 on Mar 11, 2015 22:41:08 GMT
I wish i could get this on vinyl
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Post by maddogfagin on Mar 12, 2015 9:31:22 GMT
I wish i could get this on vinyl A lover of vinyl - welcome along to the JT Forum sparkymarky77 |
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Post by futureshock on Mar 24, 2015 2:07:58 GMT
"It's my opinion that the Jethro Tull Christmas Album is a particularly refreshing collection of songs, for a season otherwise so weighted down in overly familiar singalings that you could construct a fleet of oil tanker anchors out of the mundane, predictable humdrum, even if there is a splurge of eggnogg and nifty hats going around to distract one's attentions. I interviewed 26 snowmen and 754 reindeer about this, and to a hoof and to a hat, they all felt like the season needed a refresher course in the humanities and the sanities, and this offering by Jethro Tull was just what the jolly old *&$#er ordered."....... Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
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Post by onewhiteduck on Dec 19, 2015 12:39:28 GMT
Listening to The Christmas Album relaxing. Going to the local later for a little festive drink or five. My well have a fish supper wait for it ...........with mushy peas  ( I live life in the fast lane ) OneWhiteChristmasDuck |
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Post by JTull 007 on Dec 19, 2015 12:52:13 GMT
Listening to The Christmas Album relaxing. Going to the local later for a little festive drink or five. May well have a fish supper wait for it ...........with mushy peas ( I live life in the fast lane ) OneWhiteChristmasDuck |
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Post by bunkerfan on Dec 19, 2015 14:27:49 GMT
Listening to The Christmas Album relaxing. Going to the local later for a little festive drink or five. My well have a fish supper wait for it ...........with mushy peas ( I live life in the fast lane ) OneWhiteChristmasDuck I would like to join you too but I'd miss out the mushy peas. I reckon they go very nice with a meat pie but not fish. Just saying! |
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Post by maddogfagin on Dec 19, 2015 14:45:50 GMT
Listening to The Christmas Album relaxing. Going to the local later for a little festive drink or five. My well have a fish supper wait for it ...........with mushy peas ( I live life in the fast lane ) OneWhiteChristmasDuck You little tinker you  |
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Post by nonrabbit on Dec 20, 2015 8:24:48 GMT
Listening to The Christmas Album relaxing. Going to the local later for a little festive drink or five. May well have a fish supper wait for it ...........with mushy peas ( I live life in the fast lane ) OneWhiteChristmasDuck Am I too late? |
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Post by maddogfagin on Dec 18, 2017 14:20:06 GMT
www.metal1.info/metal-reviews/jethro-tull-the-jethro-tull-christmas-album/
CD Review: Jethro Tull - The Jethro Tull Christmas AlbumPublication: 2003 Label: Roadrunner Type of game: Progressive Rock / Metal Posted on December 17, 2017 by Christian Denner "The Jethro Tull Christmas Album" occupies a special position in the discography of Ian Anderson and his legendary band JETHRO TULL in two respects: It is the group's 21st and so far last studio album, as well as new songs, new material and arrangements traditional Christian songs. There are ten original compositions and six revised versions, including Bach or Fauré. This compilation plus Anderson's attitude to the music set to music create a rocking Christmas album that is surprisingly casual and without much kitsch. In an interview, Ian Anderson explained at the time: "I am neither a convinced Christian, nor do I think that our 'Christmas Album' has anything to do with the garbage that any half-silk artist would otherwise try to throw at people at the end of the year. No, what we want to achieve with this is to record a record that captures the very special, contemplative mood that reigns around Christmas at least in our latitudes. Christmas is very much about rituals, which I highly credit for this season. And in times of confusion like ours, more than ever, we need rituals, symbolism, an identity of our own. That's how the CD came about. " Already with the opener "Birthday Card At Christmas" JETHRO TULL show the famous flute playing extensively in a three and a half minute art rock piece that presents Christmas in a very own light. In the further course, the mastermind Ian Anderson's flute is omnipresent, but skillfully avoids the possibility of drifting into the annoying. In addition to songs worn by melancholy, there are also flamboyant titles such as the revised instrumental medley "Holly Herald" or the jazzy "God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen" without any problems. Undoubtedly, the highlight of the longplayer consists of the double "A Christmas Song" and "Another Christmas Song", both of which exude their charm in different ways. Above all, the second-named title is among the best that has produced rocking Christmas music to this day. Also noteworthy are "Greensleeved", based on the English folk song melody "Greensleeves", the attributed to Bach and in its musical design significantly changed "Bourée" and the final instrumental piece "A Winter Snowscape" by guitarist Martin Barre. This is especially true that Barre was rarely mentioned as a composer until then. Without kitsch, Christmas is certainly not enough. But Ian Anderson and his band JETHRO TULL manage to keep this factor relatively small and present the Christian festival in a relaxed, thoughtful and high-caliber way. Also, the combination of instrumental titles and songs with vocals turns out to be very successful. "The Jethro Tull Christmas Album" could certainly become a musical ritual during the Christmas season, which should rarely scare off even those who are less interested in rock music. Qualitatively it is always how the British combine Progressive, Art and Hard Rock with elements of classical music in just under 60 minutes.
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Post by 61jtull on Apr 1, 2018 20:47:35 GMT
I loved this Album, and I listen to it regardless of the season, but I'm a little unsure about the new versions of classic Tull songs. Yes, the new arrangements are well done, but its hard to replace the great original vocals by Ian with the limited range of his 2003 vocals.
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Post by maddogfagin on Jan 18, 2019 7:15:04 GMT
www.ultimate-guitar.com/articles/features/top_12_rock__metal_songs_about_winter-84771Top 12 Rock & Metal Songs About WinterIt's still cold. At least here in the Northern Hemisphere. Posted a day ago  Jethro Tull - 'First Snow on Brooklyn'Imagine being outside when it's freezing cold, so cold that you can taste the winter air, and there's no place that you can go to and buy that damn cup of coffee. Well, this song is about that. What a horror. "First Snow on Brooklyn" comes from "The Jethro Tull Christmas Album," released in 2003.
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