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Post by jethrotull on Feb 16, 2020 7:44:09 GMT
Yes, what I was trying to say is, instead of pretending that Martin decided to leave Tull to form his own band, why can't Ian just admit that he threw Martin out? Ian acts like he was looking out for Martin's best interest in suggesting he go out on his own. Martin has made it clear he was completely blindsided and had no interest in leaving the band.
Ian has admitted that he was tired of doing all of the work writing the music, planning the tours and even booking the flights while all Martin did was show up to play. That resentment probably led to his decision to send Martin packing, that resentment still comes through today every time that Ian mentions Martin.
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Post by nonrabbit on Feb 16, 2020 11:41:33 GMT
Yes, what I was trying to say is, instead of pretending that Martin decided to leave Tull to form his own band, why can't Ian just admit that he threw Martin out? Ian acts like he was looking out for Martin's best interest in suggesting he go out on his own. Martin has made it clear he was completely blindsided and had no interest in leaving the band. Ian has admitted that he was tired of doing all of the work writing the music, planning the tours and even booking the flights while all Martin did was show up to play. That resentment probably led to his decision to send Martin packing, that resentment still comes through today every time that Ian mentions Martin. Whether Ian kicked Martin out or not neither of them will say, well not as in many words.They're both in a business and seem to be doing all right unless of course they're going to jump on the bandwagon of extreme negative publicity being a good thing. I think they're both playing a game - drop hints; tell them very little and keep 'em keen! I also think Ian has been advised to issued this statement for legal reasons. I was under the impression that Ian was his own tour manager ( for years) because it kept the costs down. Now that I do believe. |
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Post by maddogfagin on Feb 19, 2020 7:50:47 GMT
jethrotull.com/for-the-avoidance-of-doubt-the-name-jethro-tull/FOR THE AVOIDANCE OF DOUBT – THE NAME JETHRO TULLBut there has been some confusion on the part of promoters and audiences as to who or what Jethro Tull currently is. I hate to have to point this out but many, many years ago I registered and obtained the international copyright in the name Jethro Tull for all activities to do with music. At that time, it was to have the legal clout to take to task any third party attempting to use the Tull name for commercial purposes whether merchandise, artwork or musical performance.
Two of the biggest names in the rock music pantheon have underlined the evolving legal issues relating to "cybersquatting" and the ownership of internet domain names. On Friday 1970s prog-rock band Jethro Tull won a dispute over the names jethrotull.com and jethro-tull.com. But earlier in the week Sting, the singer, lost his claim to have the internet domain name Sting.com transferred to him. A case of "Sting Stung", perhaps. Jethro Tull, famed for the flute-playing antics of frontman Ian Anderson, won the dispute against Denny Hammerton of Minneola, Florida. Mr Hammerton had offered the Web addresses to the band for $13,000 (£8,700). But the World Intellectual Property Organisation, which is affiliated to the United Nations, ruled that he had set up the addresses in bad faith and failed to show a legitimate interest in them. Jethro Tull was judged to have a more meaningful trademark interest - despite taking its name from the inventor of an early piece of agricultural equipment. link |
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Post by maddogfagin on Feb 28, 2020 8:15:05 GMT
Yes, what I was trying to say is, instead of pretending that Martin decided to leave Tull to form his own band, why can't Ian just admit that he threw Martin out? Ian acts like he was looking out for Martin's best interest in suggesting he go out on his own. Martin has made it clear he was completely blindsided and had no interest in leaving the band. Ian has admitted that he was tired of doing all of the work writing the music, planning the tours and even booking the flights while all Martin did was show up to play. That resentment probably led to his decision to send Martin packing, that resentment still comes through today every time that Ian mentions Martin. Whether Ian kicked Martin out or not neither of them will say, well not as in many words.They're both in a business and seem to be doing all right unless of course they're going to jump on the bandwagon of extreme negative publicity being a good thing. I think they're both playing a game - drop hints; tell them very little and keep 'em keen! I also think Ian has been advised to issued this statement for legal reasons. I was under the impression that Ian was his own tour manager ( for years) because it kept the costs down. Now that I do believe. It must be quite galling for both Ian and Martin with intended/unintended misrepresentation of shows and I can see exactly what Ian is getting at with advertising such as this from 2019  And it must hack off Martin to see his name in smaller type halfway down the advert when he's doing his own thing musically using the music he's played for a considerable length of time. And as to the question "Was he pushed or did he go of his own accord ?" it really doesn't seem that, in polite circles, Martin has a problem with things as it stands at the moment as witness the following extract from an article from 2019: Do you and Ian talk at all anymore, or are you just letting each other go your separate ways?
Yeah, I think the latter. We get the odd email but it’s usually about “I’m putting this music together, I need to credit the right songwriter,” so he’s asking me if I wrote a piece of music. Maybe get an email maybe once every six months, but no, it’s an amicable diversion, a permanent one. We have no connection musically, physically, mentally or emotionally — not for any nasty reason, but just because I and he are in totally different places musically and with what we’re doing. I’m doing a different show to him, there’s no comparison at all. And I’m not saying one’s better than the other, I’m just saying that there’s no musical comparison, we’re in different places. And I’m happy to be independent. I’m playing more guitar, I’m playing the songs that I want to play and I’m making the decisions that I think are correct.
From May 2019: www.palmbeachdailynews.com/entertainmentlife/20190502/martin-barre-on-show-celebrating-50-years-of-jethro-tull-before-sarasota-visit |
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Post by steelmonkey on Mar 2, 2020 6:39:52 GMT
An even quick glance at setlists from the past two years will disavow the 'totally different show' statement...both of them have stuck to the tried and true, until this week, though Martin has been more likely to pull out an occasional surprise like his version of Sea Lion. The first of martin or ian to play a concert without Aqualung and Locomotive Breath wins the bravery prize.
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Post by rredmond on Mar 4, 2020 18:04:47 GMT
The first of martin or ian to play a concert without Aqualung and Locomotive Breath wins the bravery prize. Hah! So true.  |
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Post by maddogfagin on Mar 9, 2020 14:53:23 GMT
CORONAVIRUS AND JETHRO TULLTo all our fans and ticketholders for upcoming tours in the light of this growing epidemic affecting much of the world in the last weeks, please read this. We learn today that the closure by the Italian health authorities of the two theatres in Torino and Legnano remains in force for the weeks beyond our shows. As a result our promoter in Italy has secured and confirmed alternative dates in November, the earliest period in which we have the availability of band and crew due to other concerts already committed to. Jethro Tull will now perform in Torino on November 3rd and in Legnano on November 5th. Tickets already purchased will be valid for the new dates. Our thoughts are with the Italian public in this time of stress and uncertainty. In other countries and on other tours, we are at the mercy of local restrictions should they be put in place. We and our promoters will not be the ones to initiate cancellation or postponement of any concerts. Local government may perhaps enforce further disruption to our touring plans this year in various countries. But your health and well-being is most important and so we all have to accept any such changes to our schedule. It is too early to predict what changes, if any, may have to be made but we will announce any postponements immediately on the TOUR DATES page on jethrotull.com/ should they become reality. Apologies for this from the band and me but we have no choice in the matter. Fingers crossed that the rest of our 2020 concerts and tours can go on as planned. Thanks for your understanding. Ian Anderson. Monday, March 9th, 2020
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Post by maddogfagin on Mar 14, 2020 14:50:39 GMT
Just announced...
Our country's government has discussed the coronavirus situation in its negotiation yesterday Thursday 12. March and decided on recommendations and preparedness.
According to the government recommendation, the regional government agencies are coming today Friday 13.3. th to order all public events over 500 people to be cancelled. In addition, municipalities can make additional recommendations or regulations.
As a result, the concerts planned for this weekend by Ian Anderson, Kulttuuritalo, Helsinki, Logomo, Turku, 14.3. and Tampere-talo, Tampere, 15.3., 13.3. will move to January 2021.
NEW Concert DAYS
Friday, 8.1.2021-Tampere house, Tampere
Saturday 9.1.2021-Culture House, Helsinki
Sunday 10.1.2021-Logomo, Turku
All tickets bought are good for new gig days as such.
Organizers, artists and venue apologise for the situation! The band and crew landed into Helsinki yesterday ready to play concerts in Helsinki, Turku and Tampere this weekend. Unfortunately it has just been confirmed that the Finnish government and regional state administration are restricting events of over 500 people due to Coronavirus. We therefore have to announce that these 3 shows must be postponed to January 2021 with all tickets valid for the new dates. Please address any ticketing questions to the venues. January 2021 8th – Concert Hall, Tampere 9th – House of Culture, Helsinki 10th – Logomo, Turku  link |
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Post by maddogfagin on Mar 28, 2020 16:44:09 GMT
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Post by steelmonkey on Mar 29, 2020 1:49:28 GMT
Ian is getting some negative feedback in the social media world....saying that promoters and municipalities calls the shots sound to some like Ian saying he'd play and wouldn't worry about crowds hastening exposure and danger to the vulnerable. He is 72 and an ex-smoker so I am sure he is being careful...on the other hand...his respiratory health is visibly robust.
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Post by steelmonkey on Mar 29, 2020 1:52:36 GMT
And a total non-sequiter,,,,what is taking James and Lady nee Ellis so long to add to Ian's grandchild census? maybe it was just a dynastic arrangement to keep the combined fortunes organized while one or both of the young heirs pursue their own lifestyles? It just seems too neat that they got married.
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Post by jordevi on Apr 10, 2020 16:31:02 GMT
Well, not a new Tull or IA tune, but a nice collaboration featuring IA on vocals and flute: www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0Y6XFZw7HkHopefully, this will be the first of plenty more this year. |
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Post by maddogfagin on May 14, 2020 13:33:36 GMT
From Anne Leighton Media * Music Services Ian Anderson, Clarification on his diagnosed COPD and AsthmaThanks for your concern but no worries about my diagnosed COPD and Asthma. I have had 14 months with no infections and no bronchitis so last year was the first since my 20s when I didn’t get sick at all. The conditions I have are early-stage and I plan to keep them that way. I really meant when talking to Dan Rather last September that my days as a singer were numbered rather than days to live! After all, I am 73 years old this August! But I should be OK for a few more years if COVID doesn’t get me first. I am at no more risk of catching the COVID virus than anyone else. Just that the results could be much worse than if I was 17 or even 27. If anything, I am less likely to catch it than many people as I have been practising very safe hygiene for years and social distancing is a way of life for me! I am well rehearsed in public spaces, restaurants, hotels etc. Only flying causes me concern. But I have all the best gels, sprays, masks and facial protection ready for if and when the time comes to embark into the real world professionally. A mild COPD or asthma are just things to live with for the millions around the world who suffer. But no impact at all on my daily life as long as I don’t catch a cold or flu virus and suffer the subsequent heavy bronchitis which, for me, historically follows since I was a young man. But on the upside I don’t suffer from Hemorrhoids or erectile disfunction. So, things are looking up, not down. (Puns fully intended.) --Ian Anderson, May 14, 2020
See also: www.blabbermouth.net/news/jethro-tulls-ian-anderson-clarifies-comments-on-lung-disease-diagnosis/www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/ian-anderson-copd-diagnosis-statement-999484/www.loudersound.com/news/ian-anderson-thanks-fans-and-clarifies-comments-about-his-copd-diagnosis |
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Post by maddogfagin on Mar 10, 2021 17:36:06 GMT
www.loudersound.com/news/ian-anderson-to-host-live-online-qa-tomorrowIan Anderson to host live online Q+A tomorrowBy Jerry Ewing (Prog) 28 minutes ago Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson to host 'ask me anything' Q+A on Reddit tomorrow  (Image credit: Ian Anderson) Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson will host an 'ask me anything' Q+A session on the website Reddit website tomorrow at 4.30PM (GMT). The Q+A will hosted from the r/IAmA Subreddit page and the link where fans can ask their questions will be posted tomorrow at the Jethro Tull Facebook page tomorrow ahead of the Q+A. Everything starts on the Reddit site from 4.30PM (GMT)/5pm (CET)/11.30AM (EST)/8.30 (PST). Jethro Tull recently announce the release of a new three-disc/three DVD version of 1980's A album. The A (A La Mode) 40th Anniversary Edition will be released through Rhino Records on April 16.
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Post by JTull 007 on Mar 12, 2021 1:22:07 GMT
Ask Me Anything  LINK I am Ian Anderson, founder, musician, singer, and songwriter of the rock band Jethro Tull.
This year we’re celebrating the 50th anniversary of our album Aqualung. Something you
may not know, but I have also previously owned several salmon farms in Scotland. AMA!
Actor / Entertainer
Hi Reddit, this year Jethro Tull are celebrating the 50th anniversary of our album Aqualung,
the deluxe edition release of our album A, and the release of Silent Singing,
a brand new lyric book covering the works of Jethro Tull and Ian Anderson.
Proof:
Signing off now, thank you Reddit. Keep an eye on JethroTull.com for future news.
Ian Anderson. 
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Post by Jack -A- Lynn on Mar 12, 2021 6:38:44 GMT
Ask Me Anything LINK I am Ian Anderson, founder, musician, singer, and songwriter of the rock band Jethro Tull.
This year we’re celebrating the 50th anniversary of our album Aqualung. Something you
may not know, but I have also previously owned several salmon farms in Scotland. AMA!
Actor / Entertainer
Hi Reddit, this year Jethro Tull are celebrating the 50th anniversary of our album Aqualung,
the deluxe edition release of our album A, and the release of Silent Singing,
a brand new lyric book covering the works of Jethro Tull and Ian Anderson.
Proof:
Signing off now, thank you Reddit. Keep an eye on JethroTull.com for future news.
Ian Anderson. Is there a possibility that at some point he will answer all the other questions or questions that they was late? What do you believe? |
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Post by maddogfagin on Mar 12, 2021 7:37:48 GMT
www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/comments/m2ub0m/i_am_ian_anderson_founder_musician_singer_and/There were some rather interesting questions posted and IA's answers were rather illuminating. Visit the Reddit site via the above link to read the whole Q+A but in the meantime here are a couple picked more or less at random. Delsin_Ross
14 hours ago
In 50+ years, when people think or mention of Jethro Tull, what do you want for you and the band to be remembered for?
iamiananderson
Scheduled AMA
13 hours ago
I would rather like for us to be remembered as a bunch of nice guys who were never inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. We have always remained outside of the mainstream and carved a niche separate from other musical genres. Safer, I think, to be out there on the rim of the musical spiral galaxy.---------- Big-Aardvark5320
14 hours ago
So if I may ask, what exactly happened with Martin Barre? The real deal, not the politically correct version. Thank you.
iamiananderson
Scheduled AMA
13 hours ago
Wholesome
Silver
What? You want the Meghan Markle tell-all version? I'm afraid Martin and I follow the example of our Monarch in diplomatic silence. I never discuss old girlfriends and the very special relationship I have with Martin (and all the previous band members) will remain confidential, treasured, and respected. Happy and fond musical memories. That's the way it should be.And some questions which were seemingly from the troll contingent ? SuicydKing
14 hours ago
Hey Ian. Thanks for being here, you're a legit legend!
What's your favorite Metallica album?and neverhadgoodhair
13 hours ago
How little are the girls being eyed with bad intent?
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Post by greg on Mar 12, 2021 19:43:02 GMT
He did say the new studio album was 70% complete..  |
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Post by maddogfagin on Mar 13, 2021 15:27:49 GMT
He did say the new studio album was 70% complete..
1 day ago
Hi Mr. A, any new stuff upcoming? Musically I Mean…
iamiananderson
1 day ago
There is always the latest boxset extravaganza remixed by the good Steven Wilson and expanded upon with lavish packaging and additional musical elements, courtesy of the team at Warner Music who make the best of their catalogue rights to keep the spirit alive. In addition, I have to finish a new studio album later this year, which is 70% complete but suffering from the lack of band togetherness in yet another pandemic year. There are a number guest performances for various artists, some already released and some soon to be. Keep an eye on JethroTull.com for more information. |
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Post by JTull 007 on Mar 14, 2021 1:45:33 GMT
He did say the new studio album was 70% complete..
1 day ago
Hi Mr. A, any new stuff upcoming? Musically I Mean…
iamiananderson
1 day ago
There is always the latest boxset extravaganza remixed by the good Steven Wilson and expanded upon with lavish packaging and additional musical elements, courtesy of the team at Warner Music who make the best of their catalogue rights to keep the spirit alive. In addition, I have to finish a new studio album later this year, which is 70% complete but suffering from the lack of band togetherness in yet another pandemic year. There are a number guest performances for various artists, some already released and some soon to be. Keep an eye on JethroTull.com for more information.
Ever since 1973 I have never been disappointed with any NEW ALBUM 100% TRUE |
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Post by steelmonkey on Mar 15, 2021 1:39:48 GMT
Yes Yes Yes...awaiting the last 30% ( math one of my strong subjects) very impatiently.
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Post by greg on Mar 15, 2021 10:41:30 GMT
Not one of mine, though, Steelmonkey; I'm still trying to work out whether '70% complete' is actually better than '4 or 5 tracks finished', which is what he was saying around this time last year. I *think* it is... But I guess that depends on whether the album has 6 or 10 tracks. If it's 6, he's probably gone backwards... |
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Post by steelmonkey on Mar 22, 2021 0:54:25 GMT
Yeah, and to paraphrase MITG, 0 finished 100% = nothing at all...or something like that
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Post by maddogfagin on Jun 22, 2021 6:25:29 GMT
Received the following from young master James A. over at Tull HQ:
Tull Management
Mon, Jun 21, 7:24 PM (11 hours ago)
to me
Hi Graham,
Just posted this on FB. Thought you might have some stories to send in to the publisher……...
2022 sees the publication of a brand new book about Jethro Tull, telling the band's story in a way it's never been told before - by you. We're looking for your help in compiling a 'people's history' of Tull, and so we'd love to hear your stories about discovering the band's music, where and when you first saw them in concert and what you remember of the show or shows you saw. We're also interested in seeing your photos, ticket stubs, set lists and any other memorabilia you may have acquired. So whether you've seen Tull once or a hundred times, please send your memories to tullfanmemories@gmail.com
Spread the word…….
All the best
James
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Post by nobodyspecial on Jun 23, 2021 19:46:11 GMT
Perhaps a wee-bit off topic, but not really; I noticed today on YouTube on the Ian Anderson Topic 'site' was/ are songs from an 'Ian Anderson' on the Mercury Label from 1970. To my ears, it's clearly not IA. At least it's not his voice - or is it? Never mind it's 'strum-a-thon' guitar playing is mildly folk-esque.
Too, how would this have been hiding in the shadows for all these years?
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Post by nobodyspecial on Jun 23, 2021 19:55:34 GMT
On looking further; On my streaming you tube it's Ian Anderson, on my desktop it's Ian A. Anderson. Either way, this must be a google software issue to have another with a similar name listed there?
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Post by adospencer on Jun 24, 2021 6:08:34 GMT
On looking further; On my streaming you tube it's Ian Anderson, on my desktop it's Ian A. Anderson. Either way, this must be a google software issue to have another with a similar name listed there? That will be the "other" Ian Anderson, the folk singer who was also at one time the editor or contributor at least (I cant remember ) to "FolkRoots" magazine in the UK. Apparently he had an issue with Fairport Convention and gave them quite negative reviews. Dave Pegg tells the story that he nearly missed out on joining Tull because he didn't return phone calls from Ian Anderson thinking that is was the "other" Ian Anderson. I dipped into his music out of curiosity .Its not great. |
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Post by maddogfagin on Jun 24, 2021 6:09:00 GMT
On looking further; On my streaming you tube it's Ian Anderson, on my desktop it's Ian A. Anderson. Either way, this must be a google software issue to have another with a similar name listed there? Ian A. Anderson hates IA as it's alleged he blames our flute playing hero for getting him dropped from Island Records |
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