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Post by Deleted on Oct 22, 2013 15:31:58 GMT
The church of Anderson In a daze since the performance - I'll give it a try. The attentive audience was a big part of the story. Hamilton reinforced my love for Ian Anderson's music. The crowd was loyal & for the most part everyone was there at the end, standing for Locomotive Breath. I was very impressed with TAAB2 live. Impressed by all. Locomotive Breath left a few misty-eyed. Might be the loudest Anderson has been in a small venue. Loud bass with a muddy start, cleared as the show progressed. The band seemed more hard rock (can I say metal) at this volume. I was impressed by the unity. Ryan O’Donnell's performance was the surprise for me, a must see as YouTube does not do justice that's for sure. I thought I would not be comfortable with a substitute for Ian's singing, but of course I was pleasantly surprised (Bernie's earlier praise was confirmed). Ian Anderson's vocal was the best I've heard live since 1989. Thank you Brother TooTull. Take it you thought it was rather fine concert then That's just it - after all my Tull tours since 1972 - this Ian Anderson tour has to rate as one of the most enjoyable productions ever. The planes are still spinning...
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Post by maddogfagin on Oct 22, 2013 15:39:32 GMT
The church of Anderson In a daze since the performance - I'll give it a try. The attentive audience was a big part of the story. Hamilton reinforced my love for Ian Anderson's music. The crowd was loyal & for the most part everyone was there at the end, standing for Locomotive Breath. I was very impressed with TAAB2 live. Impressed by all. Locomotive Breath left a few misty-eyed. Might be the loudest Anderson has been in a small venue. Loud bass with a muddy start, cleared as the show progressed. The band seemed more hard rock (can I say metal) at this volume. I was impressed by the unity. Ryan O’Donnell's performance was the surprise for me, a must see as YouTube does not do justice that's for sure. I thought I would not be comfortable with a substitute for Ian's singing, but of course I was pleasantly surprised (Bernie's earlier praise was confirmed). Ian Anderson's vocal was the best I've heard live since 1989. Because Sir Tootull likes to leave me guessing, I was very happy for his presence at this show. He of all people has an appreciation for cool music as well as humor. I sometimes get that way myself.
Regardless of what others have said in other Chat groups, this was a special moment in Tull History. I'm always smiling when I go to see a performance with Ian Anderson and His Chums...Rock On!~ P.S. I get Tull Tears too at the end of a show. Tears of joy and hoping it will never end.
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Post by maddogfagin on Oct 22, 2013 15:41:56 GMT
Thank you Brother TooTull. Take it you thought it was rather fine concert then That's just it - after all my Tull tours since 1972 - this Ian Anderson tour has to rate as one of the most enjoyable productions ever. The planes are still spinning...
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Post by Deleted on Oct 22, 2013 16:15:03 GMT
As titled;
Ian Anderson Jethro Tull) Live In Hamilton October 2013 - Locomotive Breath (Last 2 Minutes)
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Post by Deleted on Oct 22, 2013 16:45:20 GMT
Because Sir Tootull likes to leave me guessing, I was very happy for his presence at this show. This tour/album all started with the big surprise that we all knew about. Well intended fun here. Leave them all guessing. Then move in on the big surprise (ballpark) with a Brick tour in Hamilton.
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Post by nonrabbit on Oct 22, 2013 19:26:20 GMT
Thank you Brother TooTull. Take it you thought it was rather fine concert then That's just it - after all my Tull tours since 1972 - this Ian Anderson tour has to rate as one of the most enjoyable productions ever. The planes are still spinning... Great to hear I don't get out much... to concerts so it's a treat to hear one of the forum fortunates having such a great time.
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Post by bunkerfan on Oct 22, 2013 19:35:12 GMT
The church of Anderson In a daze since the performance - I'll give it a try. The attentive audience was a big part of the story. Hamilton reinforced my love for Ian Anderson's music. The crowd was loyal & for the most part everyone was there at the end, standing for Locomotive Breath. I was very impressed with TAAB2 live. Impressed by all. Locomotive Breath left a few misty-eyed. Might be the loudest Anderson has been in a small venue. Loud bass with a muddy start, cleared as the show progressed. The band seemed more hard rock (can I say metal) at this volume. I was impressed by the unity. Ryan O’Donnell's performance was the surprise for me, a must see as YouTube does not do justice that's for sure. I thought I would not be comfortable with a substitute for Ian's singing, but of course I was pleasantly surprised (Bernie's earlier praise was confirmed). Ian Anderson's vocal was the best I've heard live since 1989. Tootull, you've made my day. One of the most enthusiastic reviews from this fantastic tour that I've read so far. It seems a world away since I saw Ian and the boys performing Brick 1 & 2 back in April 2012 but you've brought back the great memories I have of that wonderful gig, even though there was no Locomotive Breath then.
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Post by JTull 007 on Oct 22, 2013 20:02:56 GMT
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Post by steelmonkey on Oct 22, 2013 20:25:13 GMT
'When i got to Winnepeg, I checked into school' Glad you weren't denied Mr TooTull...your reviews are the best, most meaningful and most throughly enjoyed of the whole tour. God knows you're objective...more so than some more rabid forum participants i won't mention by name ( me, Jim)....so your appreciation of current ian product is so appreciated and gratifying. US/Canada concert together next year ?
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Post by Deleted on Oct 23, 2013 13:04:21 GMT
The church of Anderson In a daze since the performance - I'll give it a try. The attentive audience was a big part of the story. Hamilton reinforced my love for Ian Anderson's music. The crowd was loyal & for the most part everyone was there at the end, standing for Locomotive Breath. I was very impressed with TAAB2 live. Impressed by all. Locomotive Breath left a few misty-eyed. Might be the loudest Anderson has been in a small venue. Loud bass with a muddy start, cleared as the show progressed. The band seemed more hard rock (can I say metal) at this volume. I was impressed by the unity. Ryan O’Donnell's performance was the surprise for me, a must see as YouTube does not do justice that's for sure. I thought I would not be comfortable with a substitute for Ian's singing, but of course I was pleasantly surprised (Bernie's earlier praise was confirmed). Ian Anderson's vocal was the best I've heard live since 1989. Tootull, you've made my day. One of the most enthusiastic reviews from this fantastic tour that I've read so far. It seems a world away since I saw Ian and the boys performing Brick 1 & 2 back in April 2012 but you've brought back the great memories I have of that wonderful gig, even though there was no Locomotive Breath then. I'll drink to that; CHEERS!
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Post by Deleted on Oct 23, 2013 13:07:16 GMT
'When i got to Winnipeg, I checked into school' Glad you weren't denied Mr TooTull...your reviews are the best, most meaningful and most thoroughly enjoyed of the whole tour. God knows you're objective...more so than some more rabid forum participants i won't mention by name ( me, Jim)....so your appreciation of current ian product is so appreciated and gratifying. US/Canada concert together next year ? Thank you - you were a big part of convincing us to go. Much appreciated.
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Post by JTull 007 on Oct 23, 2013 14:02:13 GMT
Review from Massey Hall by Dave Britnell from Richmond Hill, Ontario The Ian Anderson Band brought their Thick as a Brick tour to Massey Hall in Toronto on Oct 18th to a mostly 50+ wildly enthusiastic audience. There were also young Tull O' Philes in the audience, some as young as 13.
The preamble of the show was an enigma, an Ian Anderson tradition, as certain band members, swept the stage and cleaned the musical instruments to be ready for them to play. Once the stage was set, the band played both Thick as a Brick 1 and 2 to absolute perfection. Notable solos by a young Florian, on electric guitar, electrified the capacity crowd. Anderson's flute playing was par excellence, intertwining occasionally with Florian's riffs and Goodier's bass. Ian's voice was fine last night and a young singer interpolated with his voice after every 2-3 songs to add to the character of the show, and to give Ian a break from singing.
Strobe lights, drum solos and a narrative that was played out in fine theatrical form that would make the best of Broadway green with envy. Ian's customary scatalogical humour and anti-clericism brightened the darkened Massey Hall, as a silouhette of a selected volunteer in the audience on screen on stage, subjected himself to a postrate examination! Ian's flute also acted as a phallic symbol, something that he has done for years, mostly to an unsuspecting Martin Barre, poor Martin! Anna Phoebe made a special guest appearance via video which made the concert more familial. After a standing ovation as TAAB 2 came to a close, the traditional last song, "Lococmotive Breath" was played to an audience that almost went berserk. Ian at age 66 pranced around the stage like a 25 year old, seemingly immortal. An incredible show was put on, much better than the last Tull concert I saw in Toronto. I hope Ian is doing this when he is 80. Bring on TAAB 3!
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Post by maddogfagin on Oct 23, 2013 15:16:37 GMT
Review from Massey Hall by Dave Britnell from Richmond Hill, OntarioThe Ian Anderson Band brought their Thick as a Brick tour to Massey Hall in Toronto on Oct 18th to a mostly 50+ wildly enthusiastic audience. There were also young Tull O' Philes in the audience, some as young as 13.
The preamble of the show was an enigma, an Ian Anderson tradition, as certain band members, swept the stage and cleaned the musical instruments to be ready for them to play. Once the stage was set, the band played both Thick as a Brick 1 and 2 to absolute perfection. Notable solos by a young Florian, on electric guitar, electrified the capacity crowd. Anderson's flute playing was par excellence, intertwining occasionally with Florian's riffs and Goodier's bass. Ian's voice was fine last night and a young singer interpolated with his voice after every 2-3 songs to add to the character of the show, and to give Ian a break from singing.
Strobe lights, drum solos and a narrative that was played out in fine theatrical form that would make the best of Broadway green with envy. Ian's customary scatalogical humour and anti-clericism brightened the darkened Massey Hall, as a silouhette of a selected volunteer in the audience on screen on stage, subjected himself to a postrate examination! Ian's flute also acted as a phallic symbol, something that he has done for years, mostly to an unsuspecting Martin Barre, poor Martin! Anna Phoebe made a special guest appearance via video which made the concert more familial. After a standing ovation as TAAB 2 came to a close, the traditional last song, "Lococmotive Breath" was played to an audience that almost went berserk. Ian at age 66 pranced around the stage like a 25 year old, seemingly immortal. An incredible show was put on, much better than the last Tull concert I saw in Toronto. I hope Ian is doing this when he is 80. Bring on TAAB 3! Hope he's still doing it at 90 Great review
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Post by steelmonkey on Oct 23, 2013 16:20:25 GMT
Thank you - you were a big part of convincing us to go. Much appreciated.
See ? Jewish foreplay works ! ( nagging, begging, repeating).
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Post by Deleted on Oct 23, 2013 16:31:43 GMT
A few days late...but here are my reflections on the show at the Wang Theatre, Boston, October 12th. It was my 27th time seeing Ian/Tull in 29 years, and I must say that I was just as excited as I was three decades ago. The magic of Ian Anderson does not fade, at least for me. My friend and I had seats in the second row of the balcony, affording a great overhead view of the entire stage. I think I prefer balcony seating to being on the floor! The venue (3600 capacity, I believe) was ALMOST full. There were a few rows at the very back of the balcony that were empty, and I'm not sure what the status was in the back rows of the floor, but it looked extremely close to a packed house. IA had nothing to grumble about, attendance-wise. I have been to the Wang before and was surprised that the sound mix was a little muddier than I had hoped, but not so bad that it ruined the evening. The drums and organ were too loud and Ryan's vocals were drowned out by the band at times. Ian's flute and acoustic guitar came through loud and clear - I'm amazed at his acoustic guitar sound. I LOVE LOVE LOVE IA's flute but think that his skills as an acoustic guitarist are often overlooked. Anyway, the band was in great form, and they looked like they were enjoying themselves. This certainly rubbed off on the audience. The crowd lapped it up from the first note, and was enthusiastic but not loud and annoying during the quieter passages. During the encore, a woman in the row in front of me stood up and danced in place. Upon exiting the venue, I could tell the entire crowd was buzzing with the thrill of what they - and we - had just seen. Ian Anderson - how does he do it? Playing a wind instrument, singing, AND dashing around the stage at age 66... Incredible, particularly considering his knee injury from 1996! And everyone in the band did a wonderful job - I can't single anyone out as they all performed exceptionally well. I hope IA keeps this line-up intact for as long as possible! So...a great night. I got lost in the music and sang along with "What-Ifs, Maybes, and Might-Have-Beens" - something I rarely do but I was swept up in the spirit of the moment. Like I said earlier, the drums and organ were too loud in the mix, at least from the balcony... It would be interesting to hear what it was like down on the floor. But this is a minor criticism of a show I shall remember fondly. Bring on 2014 and the next album/tour! -- David Thanks again David Before and after the show this is my favourite review. Substitute Hamilton (little Ha-milton) and poor me in the floor seats. haha The review is close enough to be me. Of course I love sound reviews. I might have gone on about muddy sound if it had not cleared up. The loud bass (that some crave) on TAAB2 was loud & clear. The loud bass tapped out at the beginning of TAAB. add: "The drums and organ were too loud and Ryan's vocals were drowned out by the band at times." Yes, I thought they were going for grunge. I didn't mind as they sounded heavy.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 24, 2013 13:57:35 GMT
A few days late...but here are my reflections on the show at the Wang Theatre, Boston, October 12th. It was my 27th time seeing Ian/Tull in 29 years, and I must say that I was just as excited as I was three decades ago. The magic of Ian Anderson does not fade, at least for me. My friend and I had seats in the second row of the balcony, affording a great overhead view of the entire stage. I think I prefer balcony seating to being on the floor! The venue (3600 capacity, I believe) was ALMOST full. There were a few rows at the very back of the balcony that were empty, and I'm not sure what the status was in the back rows of the floor, but it looked extremely close to a packed house. IA had nothing to grumble about, attendance-wise. I have been to the Wang before and was surprised that the sound mix was a little muddier than I had hoped, but not so bad that it ruined the evening. The drums and organ were too loud and Ryan's vocals were drowned out by the band at times. Ian's flute and acoustic guitar came through loud and clear - I'm amazed at his acoustic guitar sound. I LOVE LOVE LOVE IA's flute but think that his skills as an acoustic guitarist are often overlooked. Anyway, the band was in great form, and they looked like they were enjoying themselves. This certainly rubbed off on the audience. The crowd lapped it up from the first note, and was enthusiastic but not loud and annoying during the quieter passages. During the encore, a woman in the row in front of me stood up and danced in place. Upon exiting the venue, I could tell the entire crowd was buzzing with the thrill of what they - and we - had just seen. Ian Anderson - how does he do it? Playing a wind instrument, singing, AND dashing around the stage at age 66... Incredible, particularly considering his knee injury from 1996! And everyone in the band did a wonderful job - I can't single anyone out as they all performed exceptionally well. I hope IA keeps this line-up intact for as long as possible! So...a great night. I got lost in the music and sang along with "What-Ifs, Maybes, and Might-Have-Beens" - something I rarely do but I was swept up in the spirit of the moment. Like I said earlier, the drums and organ were too loud in the mix, at least from the balcony... It would be interesting to hear what it was like down on the floor. But this is a minor criticism of a show I shall remember fondly. Bring on 2014 and the next album/tour! -- David Thanks again David Before and after the show this is my favourite review. Substitute Hamilton (little Ha-milton) and poor me in the floor seats. haha The review is close enough to be me. Of course I love sound reviews. I might have gone on about muddy sound if it had not cleared up. The loud bass (that some crave) on TAAB2 was loud & clear. The loud bass tapped out at the beginning of TAAB. add: "The drums and organ were too loud and Ryan's vocals were drowned out by the band at times." Yes, I thought they were going for grunge. I didn't mind as they sounded heavy. Wow, thanks, tootull! It was magic, really... I may sound like a dreamy-eyed fan, but I feel I gave constructive criticism where it was due, and I always have, really. The bottom line is that the reasons I'm a fan of IA came through loud and clear that night, and reinforced my loyalty of these many years. [Edited to correct typo!]
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Post by JTull 007 on Oct 24, 2013 22:05:08 GMT
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Post by steelmonkey on Oct 24, 2013 22:09:18 GMT
Oh Canada....looks like Denver when I was a boy...I wish Denver had stayed that way...not the northernmost city in texas that it turned into.
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Post by nonrabbit on Oct 25, 2013 7:48:50 GMT
Oh Canada....looks like Denver when I was a boy...I wish Denver had stayed that way...not the northernmost city in texas that it turned into. The young Irish are leaving this island in droves - no jobs no prospects with most going to Aussie and Canada. Those who want to work in the building trade are emigrating to Canada. Beautiful country. My plan is now to emigrate to Canada, maybe stay with TT for a few months till I get settled, maybe longer - not that I'm in the building trade, maybe I could housekeep.
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Post by JTull 007 on Oct 25, 2013 16:00:57 GMT
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Post by futureshock on Oct 25, 2013 17:19:32 GMT
Hope to see reviews of more Canadian shows because I cannot attend tonight's show in Calgary. High fives and best wishes for a great evening, you're just up the hill.
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Post by JTull 007 on Oct 26, 2013 15:25:04 GMT
Whatever Happened to Gerald Bostock? Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson gives the answer Oct. 27 at Pantages Theater www.tacomaweekly.com/citylife/view/whatever-happened-to-gerald-bostock/ TW: So you're about to do the next project. What can you tell me about that? Anderson: I can't really tell you anything at all about it because it's not to be released until Easter of 2014. The tours are already being booked now for the 2014-15 periods when we'll go out and play that album along with some other well-known Jethro Tull music.
You'll hear about it first on our website, of course ( www.jethrotull.com ), where there'll be a few samples to stream and listen to and all that sort of thing. ... It is another conceptual, lengthy piece of music which is not “Thick as a Brick 3,” but has, in its back story, a little bit of a reference to some elements of the “Thick As a Brick” material. But it's a new album, a stand-alone piece that doesn't musically or lyrically have anything to do with “Thick As a Brick.” But yes, Gerald Bostock has been at work, scribbling on pieces of paper and coming up with some lyrics again. Bonus coverage: Visit our Daily Mashup blog to hear Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson discuss the impact global politics had on his “Thick As A Brick 2” album Check this link and scroll down to hear Ian Anderson audio interview! www.tacomaweekly.com/dailymashup/P20/ October 09, 2013 @ 4:59 pm Audio: Jethro Tull singer calls Obama “a great disappointment,” sectarian tribes “ungovernable”
Audio: Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson on humorless prog-rock genre, “Thick As A Brick” sequel
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Post by Deleted on Oct 26, 2013 16:20:10 GMT
Whatever Happened to Gerald Bostock? Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson gives the answer Oct. 27 at Pantages Theater www.tacomaweekly.com/citylife/view/whatever-happened-to-gerald-bostock/ TW: So you're about to do the next project. What can you tell me about that? Anderson: I can't really tell you anything at all about it because it's not to be released until Easter of 2014. The tours are already being booked now for the 2014-15 periods when we'll go out and play that album along with some other well-known Jethro Tull music.
You'll hear about it first on our website, of course ( www.jethrotull.com ), where there'll be a few samples to stream and listen to and all that sort of thing. ... It is another conceptual, lengthy piece of music which is not “Thick as a Brick 3,” but has, in its back story, a little bit of a reference to some elements of the “Thick As a Brick” material. But it's a new album, a stand-alone piece that doesn't musically or lyrically have anything to do with “Thick As a Brick.” But yes, Gerald Bostock has been at work, scribbling on pieces of paper and coming up with some lyrics again. Bonus coverage: Visit our Daily Mashup blog to hear Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson discuss the impact global politics had on his “Thick As A Brick 2” album Check this link and scroll down to hear Ian Anderson audio interview! www.tacomaweekly.com/dailymashup/P20/ October 09, 2013 @ 4:59 pm Audio: Jethro Tull singer calls Obama “a great disappointment,” sectarian tribes “ungovernable”
Audio: Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson on humorless prog-rock genre, “Thick As A Brick” sequel "doesn't musically or lyrically have anything to do with “Thick As a Brick.” But yes, Gerald Bostock has been at work, scribbling on pieces of paper and coming up with some lyrics again."Got it!~
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Post by Deleted on Oct 26, 2013 17:01:42 GMT
Jethro Tull Videos This page blueshamilton.blogspot.ca/2013/10/win-tickets-to-see-jethro-tulls-ian.html is to celebrate when Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson offered something old and something new at Hamilton Place on Thursday, October 17, 2013. The veteran rocker performed his classic 1972, Thick as a Brick album as well as the 2012 sequel to the masterwork. It was an amazing night that included a light show, many cool theatrical parts, a few laughs and amazing music.
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Post by JTull 007 on Oct 27, 2013 16:30:13 GMT
Dedicated to Sir Bernie whom will be here tonight for his Tull Trifecta "Double Brick Tour" SOLD OUT ! Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson rocks tonight in Tacoma, Washington www.broadwaycenter.org/season/showDetails.asp?key=404 Wow! It just gets better and better. I will look forward to the review.
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Post by Teacher on Oct 29, 2013 0:15:51 GMT
Oslo, Norway ... November 1st, 2013
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Post by steelmonkey on Oct 29, 2013 6:12:28 GMT
The concert Sunday night can only described as being as good as the Tull concerts i saw in 73 and 75. The performance of both bricks have improved exponentially since the earlier shows i saw on this tour, a year ago and 5 months ago. Sunday night was superlative...Ian's energy, sincere enthusiasm and, after all these years, ability to feel the support, love and appreciation of his audience and reflect it back out in his music is, to my eyes and ears, pretty much something new. The harmony and collaboration between audience and band was unprecedented in my Tull experiences. The audience listened attentively, applauded at the rights times, sometimes politely, sometimes wildly,....multiple standing ovations including THE INTRO to 'Change of Horses', full acceptance of Ryan's superb vocals and at the center of it all....Ian Anderson finally getting HIS audience and responding in spades. The choreography, the tightness of the band, the individual strengths of the other guys and the moments Ian came to the front of the stage and played his flute flowed in and out of each other seamlessly and there wasn't a slow moment, and awkward note nor any 'ups and downs' in the performance beyond a steady increase in the audience's awareness that something very special was unfolding. What a f**king night.....I'd estimate tears were running down my cheeks for a combined 30 or 40 minutes....I would just look at Ian playing and my gut would tremble and the tears would flow and i would remember how lucky I am to have been granted my four score and ten, give or take, roughly concurrent to the productive years of a certain Scottish musician, poet, showman and, i guess, event-planner, named Ian Scott Anderson.
Somehow the science is finally right...calling it 'Ian' not 'Tull' ( and, yes, I've been saying for years he's wrong on that score...but he's right), emphasizing new material would be featured as well as a hefty dose of a review of past glories and somehow allowing 1200 people in a metro area of a million and a half fill the seats costing between 75 and 100 bucks and the tour having rolled along for long enough that people have read reviews etc somehow all added up to the right people in the right place on the right night for the right band......I now can't imagine how a 'Jethro Tull' gig at an outdoor shed, half filled with semi-serious fans, season series ticket holders and greatest hits devotees could touch what I saw Sunday night.
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