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Post by jackinthegreen on May 20, 2014 22:21:11 GMT
There was a young man from Nantucket...... who.. err... ...maybe not.......
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Post by steelmonkey on May 20, 2014 22:36:00 GMT
There once was a rock band called Tull who critics and losers called 'dull' The went out on tour failed to sell out for sure in Manchester, London and Hull.
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Post by steelmonkey on May 20, 2014 22:38:51 GMT
There was a young man called Opahle With hair like an overgroomed collie He played very well but the critics said 'hell' without Martin this band is a folly.
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Post by steelmonkey on May 20, 2014 22:45:23 GMT
There once was a flute playing freak who gave songs names like critique oblique we bought his box sets without real regrets cuz without him we'd be up the creek.
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Post by steelmonkey on May 20, 2014 22:48:01 GMT
There was a guitarist named Barre who loved to run so very far But when Ian said 'work' he said 'eff you, you jerk' and now he's no longer a star.
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Post by jackinthegreen on May 20, 2014 22:50:38 GMT
There was a young man called Opahle With hair like an overgroomed collie He played very well but the critics said 'hell' without Martin this band is a folly. The Tull were a brilliant band......... They played all over this land......... With occasional ditty................... and the flute (was so witty)............ So get up and give them a hand.......... Oh well.....
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Post by Deleted on May 21, 2014 0:29:27 GMT
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Post by Deleted on May 21, 2014 0:30:47 GMT
Bernie (steelmonkey) rules too - fun reading.
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Post by maddogfagin on May 21, 2014 8:22:21 GMT
Interesting and more than likely a tongue in cheek quote at the start of the piece: "I have a theory about the breakup of Jethro Tull. Well, really the split of Ian Anderson and Martin Barre. Anyone who has seen Tull in concert in the past twenty years has been witness to the obvious decline in Anderson's vocal range. Face it, the guy has been belting out these songs for almost a half a century. And on top of that, the medical issues surrounding his voice have been no secret.
Breaking with Barre allows Anderson an excuse to not have to perform the greatest hits of Tull every night, highlighting the fact that his 120 year old vocal chords just aren't the same. With this "new" band (most of whom have already toured with both Tull and Anderson), he is free to pick and choose which of the classic tracks, and even rearrange them for comfort, without having to defend the Jethro Tull legacy."Thanks for posting TT.
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Post by Deleted on May 26, 2014 19:25:40 GMT
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Post by maddogfagin on May 28, 2014 15:38:00 GMT
Japanese copy of Homo Erraticus with the all important obi strip. Image from ebay.
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Post by pondus on May 29, 2014 12:06:37 GMT
I would like to know if anyone here have given a review or has something meanginful to say about the demos on the deluxe version of HE? If there is, could you please post a link? I guess I should have bought the deluxe version after all, since I find myself kind of curious about how the songs sound with just Ian's voice and acoustic guitar.
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Post by maddogfagin on May 29, 2014 15:06:08 GMT
I would like to know if anyone here have given a review or has something meanginful to say about the demos on the deluxe version of HE? If there is, could you please post a link? I guess I should have bought the deluxe version after all, since I find myself kind of curious about how the songs sound with just Ian's voice and acoustic guitar. linkPart of a review by Haasmic This is obviously a great four disc collection. Done with great care, skill, and humour. But, you really won't be listening much to the main CD or the two DVDs. That material is obviously wonderful, but it's nothing you haven't heard before: the breathy flute, the masterful guitar licks, and the rapidly changing time signatures, that have graced all of Ian Anderson's works, from Jethro Tull until now. Give those three discs to your Metallica-loving friends to show them the error of their ways.
No, the jewel in this collection is the "Erraticus Amplius Bonus CD." There, in all its glory, you will find the acoustic CD that we've always wanted Ian to do. Here, he presents the early, demo versions of the songs that eventually appear in orchestrated form on the final Homo Erraticus CD. This is just Ian, singing to a click track, and playing just his flute, his acoustic guitar and what, on some of the songs, sounds like Clive Bunker's charm bracelet as some bonus percussion. He isn't trying to hide anything behind some sketchy accordion playing here; he isn't repeating phrasing that's he's used in the past (best example on the main CD is how much Enter the Uninvited sounds like Hot Mango Flush), and he isn't trying to show how cleverly he can change direction in the middle of a song or find a place to drop in some unnecessary electric guitar. No, what he presents here is direct, stark, bare, and yes, downright sexy playing and singing that's worth the price of admission to this set all by itself.
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Post by steelmonkey on May 29, 2014 15:55:00 GMT
I really appreciate the bonus CD....beyond how cool it is to hear Ian's acoustic, barebones demos of all the songs, the things he and the rest of the band say during the listening session are very helpful in advanced appreciation of the CD. I mean, it's a novelty, not a stand alone CD...I'd say I've heard it 4 or 5 times since I got it....but very worthwhile.
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Post by JTull 007 on May 30, 2014 1:55:52 GMT
linkPart of a review by Haasmic This is obviously a great four disc collection. Done with great care, skill, and humour. But, you really won't be listening much to the main CD or the two DVDs. That material is obviously wonderful, but it's nothing you haven't heard before: the breathy flute, the masterful guitar licks, and the rapidly changing time signatures, that have graced all of Ian Anderson's works, from Jethro Tull until now. Give those three discs to your Metallica-loving friends to show them the error of their ways.
No, the jewel in this collection is the "Erraticus Amplius Bonus CD." There, in all its glory, you will find the acoustic CD that we've always wanted Ian to do. Here, he presents the early, demo versions of the songs that eventually appear in orchestrated form on the final Homo Erraticus CD.
This is just Ian, singing to a click track, and playing just his flute, his acoustic guitar and what, on some of the songs, sounds like Clive Bunker's charm bracelet as some bonus percussion. He isn't trying to hide anything behind some sketchy accordion playing here; he isn't repeating phrasing that's he's used in the past (best example on the main CD is how much Enter the Uninvited sounds like Hot Mango Flush), and he isn't trying to show how cleverly he can change direction in the middle of a song or find a place to drop in some unnecessary electric guitar. No, what he presents here is direct, stark, bare, and yes, downright sexy playing and singing that's worth the price of admission to this set all by itself. I agree. This review makes sense. I've only listened once to this disc. As a Tull Fan, to me getting the Deluxe Homo was pricey but worth it. The best total release ever!
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Post by maddogfagin on May 30, 2014 14:12:32 GMT
Ian Anderson Homo Erraticus Review by G. W. Hill I know it’s still early days in terms of the year 2014, but I’d say it’s a safe bet this disc will make my “best of” list for the year. It’s that good. In my opinion it’s the strongest Ian Anderson album ever. In fact, if one considers it a Jethro Tull disc (and really it kind of is – in fact, Anderson’s site says that it’s a “’Jethro Tull’ (in all but name) album” I’d put it as one of the four or five best. Yes, it’s that good. This is a progressive rock masterpiece. If you’ve ever liked Ian Anderson’s solo work or Jethro Tull (and who hasn’t), get this as soon as possible. You will love it. I know I do. Track by Track Review www.musicstreetjournal.com/index_cdreviews_display.cfm?id=104318
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Post by steelmonkey on May 30, 2014 15:24:49 GMT
Is Homo Erraticus top 5 ever? Is Homo Erraticus better than TAAB 2
Real questions ! If the answer to the first question is 'yes' and the second question 'no'...are APP, TAAB and MITG the other 3 in the top 5 ?
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Post by JTull 007 on May 30, 2014 15:45:59 GMT
Is Homo Erraticus top 5 ever? Is Homo Erraticus better than TAAB 2 Real questions ! If the answer to the first question is 'yes' and the second question 'no'...are APP, TAAB and MITG the other 3 in the top 5 ? Overall, I believe the 'Best' Tull albums do include Ian Anderson concepts.
The dividing line is always arbitrary and personal to those who feel otherwise. I don't. The reality is Ian Anderson continues to add to his impressive catalog of music and that is great!1 - "A Passion Play", 2 - "Homo Erraticus", 3 - "TAAB", 4 - "TAAB 2", 5 - "Aqualung"
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2014 16:49:47 GMT
Oh man, TILT! Is Homo Erraticus top 5 ever? Is Homo Erraticus better than TAAB 2 Real questions ! If the answer to the first question is 'yes' and the second question 'no'...are APP, TAAB and MITG the other 3 in the top 5 ? For me; Is Homo Erraticus top 5 ever? No! Is Homo Erraticus better than TAAB 2 No! Though I am fading away from playing TAAB2 in favour of the original TAAB. My dilemma as a Tull/Anderson fan, Homo Erraticus is a well played album, however it's not totally clicking with me or my wife for that matter. I hate to say that only the 5.1 mix is keeping this alive at the moment. The stereo mix leaves me cold (we don't enjoy this in the car at all). It's fading on me after appealing to me for a few days. Enjoying other Tull/Anderson albums, I'm certainly willing to live in the past at the moment. don't hate me as Homo Erraticus becomes last on my Tull/Anderson list.
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Post by onewhiteduck on May 30, 2014 17:30:35 GMT
Is Homo Erraticus top 5 ever? Is Homo Erraticus better than TAAB 2 Real questions ! If the answer to the first question is 'yes' and the second question 'no'...are APP, TAAB and MITG the other 3 in the top 5 ? I've been pondering this for weeks. HE has grown on me Big Time. Is it in my top 5 ? Well I have to say today 30th May 2014 it IS. Therefore my top 5 are as above. Is it better than TaaB 2 - I don't know, really really can't decide. PS Never met Bernie Steelmonkey but I got a hunch we sing from the same hymn sheet. OnewhiteMonkey
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Post by steelmonkey on May 30, 2014 17:50:49 GMT
You're Jewish ?
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Post by steelmonkey on May 30, 2014 17:53:36 GMT
And I do realize that the latest Tull album has ALWAYS been in the top five for at least days or weeks till it settles into it's rightful spot on the list....For Sure Crest of a Knave was top five for about a year and even now lowly Catfish was top five for a few weeks. It's the Tull way....I think in time TAAB 2 will emerge as a notch or three above Homo. But I am sure loving Homo now !
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Post by onewhiteduck on May 30, 2014 17:58:30 GMT
Thought you were a Welsh Baptist sorry about that........ OnenonconformistDuck
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Post by Deleted on May 30, 2014 18:07:01 GMT
top 5 1 Minstrel In The Gallery 2 Thick As A Brick 3 A Passion Play 4 WarChild 3 for 5, best all together: Songs From The Wood + Heavy Horses + Stormwatch
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Post by JTull 007 on May 30, 2014 18:07:49 GMT
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Post by Equus on May 30, 2014 18:29:44 GMT
This is one of the great things about this forum. Everybody has the right to disagree. We can still be good friends, and have a good time, celebrating our favorite band in the world.
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Post by pondus on May 30, 2014 22:03:48 GMT
I really appreciate the bonus CD....beyond how cool it is to hear Ian's acoustic, barebones demos of all the songs, the things he and the rest of the band say during the listening session are very helpful in advanced appreciation of the CD. I mean, it's a novelty, not a stand alone CD...I'd say I've heard it 4 or 5 times since I got it....but very worthwhile. Thanks!
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Post by pondus on May 30, 2014 22:12:28 GMT
linkPart of a review by Haasmic This is obviously a great four disc collection. Done with great care, skill, and humour. But, you really won't be listening much to the main CD or the two DVDs. That material is obviously wonderful, but it's nothing you haven't heard before: the breathy flute, the masterful guitar licks, and the rapidly changing time signatures, that have graced all of Ian Anderson's works, from Jethro Tull until now. Give those three discs to your Metallica-loving friends to show them the error of their ways.
No, the jewel in this collection is the "Erraticus Amplius Bonus CD." There, in all its glory, you will find the acoustic CD that we've always wanted Ian to do. Here, he presents the early, demo versions of the songs that eventually appear in orchestrated form on the final Homo Erraticus CD.
This is just Ian, singing to a click track, and playing just his flute, his acoustic guitar and what, on some of the songs, sounds like Clive Bunker's charm bracelet as some bonus percussion. He isn't trying to hide anything behind some sketchy accordion playing here; he isn't repeating phrasing that's he's used in the past (best example on the main CD is how much Enter the Uninvited sounds like Hot Mango Flush), and he isn't trying to show how cleverly he can change direction in the middle of a song or find a place to drop in some unnecessary electric guitar. No, what he presents here is direct, stark, bare, and yes, downright sexy playing and singing that's worth the price of admission to this set all by itself. I agree. This review makes sense. I've only listened once to this disc. As a Tull Fan, to me getting the Deluxe Homo was pricey but worth it. The best total release ever!Wow! I want to believe this is true! So that was it....I gotta have it! Much to my amazement I just discovered that it is sold for about 16 £ in Norway at "Platekompaniet.no". At least according to their website. That was cheaper than I expected. Looks like I am going downtown Oslo tomorrow, hoping that they have it for sale in the actual store, not just through mail order. And...thanks for all replies to my request!
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Post by steelmonkey on May 31, 2014 2:21:34 GMT
If you can't get it, PM me with your address and I'll make the bonus CD and mail it.
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Post by maddogfagin on May 31, 2014 13:45:08 GMT
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