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Post by ronaldstaal on Sept 4, 2019 19:53:45 GMT
Hi everyone,
Just joined the board. I've been listening to Tull on and off for years, but recently (6 months ago) I started listening to the Anniversary boxes from album #1 all the way up to "Songs from the Wood" at this moment. I has been an wonderful journey and given me much appreciation for the craftmanship of Ian.
I also started listening to some live concerts, on record as well as things that can be found on YouTube and such. Now, my question is this: is it just me, or are there others who find it almost unbearable to listen to Ian performing "old" Tull from somewhere halfway past the 80's up to now? I mean, what happened to his voice? Many times it's outright false. And a concert like the AVO session, even available on DVD, sorry, I just can't listen to it.
Regards, Ronald
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Post by JTull 007 on Sept 4, 2019 23:39:04 GMT
Hi everyone, Just joined the board. I've been listening to Tull on and off for years, but recently (6 months ago) I started listening to the Anniversary boxes from album #1 all the way up to "Songs from the Wood" at this moment. I has been an wonderful journey and given me much appreciation for the craftmanship of Ian. I also started listening to some live concerts, on record as well as things that can be found on YouTube and such. Now, my question is this: is it just me, or are there others who find it almost unbearable to listen to Ian performing "old" Tull from somewhere halfway past the 80's up to now? I mean, what happened to his voice? Many times it's outright false. And a concert like the AVO session, even available on DVD, sorry, I just can't listen to it. Regards, Ronald Welcome Ronald Here is the place for all views including those who may disagree. Ian Anderson went through many changes over the years which some would consider just the normal life of any vocalist that smoked cigarettes. While performing at the level he began in the late 60's up until the 80's he eventually paid a price.
I would say his voice began changing more noticeably around 1980 but also the way he sang in concert. For many of us it was just another part of growing older and learning what works best, I became more interested in the music as well as all the theatrical changes ever since 1973. Each album and tour was a new chapter that still is relevant to those who are TRUE TULL Fans.
I accept those who may not be as impressed and I understand that we all like what we like. Every album or tour is a learning experience which we can enjoy or just ignore. I LOVE IT
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Post by maddogfagin on Sept 5, 2019 7:06:58 GMT
Hi everyone, Just joined the board. I've been listening to Tull on and off for years, but recently (6 months ago) I started listening to the Anniversary boxes from album #1 all the way up to "Songs from the Wood" at this moment. I has been an wonderful journey and given me much appreciation for the craftmanship of Ian. I also started listening to some live concerts, on record as well as things that can be found on YouTube and such. Now, my question is this: is it just me, or are there others who find it almost unbearable to listen to Ian performing "old" Tull from somewhere halfway past the 80's up to now? I mean, what happened to his voice? Many times it's outright false. And a concert like the AVO session, even available on DVD, sorry, I just can't listen to it. Regards, Ronald Hi Ronald and a warm welcome to The Jethro Tull Forum and I look forward to reading your contributions here. In Ian's own words, from an interview that Jim posted a couple of days ago: "I damaged my vocal cords in 1984, just basically from overuse. Same thing happened to [Foreigner’s] Lou Gramm, who I think is the best rock singer ever. Mick Jagger doesn’t really sing, he just tosses it out; he always sang well within his range, but he doesn’t put stress on his voice. Some people just shout it out, like Bruce Springsteen. But I have tricky melodies to sing, and as I get older I have to work to do what I do. I have to practice every day to keep myself conditioned. I’ve had bronchial infections and now I take preventative medicines to avoid bacteria and viruses. I’m kind of holding my own at the moment. I’m in better shape now than I was four years ago."
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Post by rredmond on Sept 8, 2019 17:41:09 GMT
Welcome Ronald! Great name. Glad you're here and talking Tull! --Ron--
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Post by JTull 007 on Sept 12, 2019 1:21:58 GMT
Something to think about... by James Curnick
Before I perish I will make it known that I want someone to drill a hole in the ground with a seed drill no less....bury my entire Jethro Tull CD and Vinyl collection along with my ashes...and what shall rise from the depths of soil and human ash will be the mighty Jethro Tull family tree with great plumage and stature for all to see for miles around... tall and strong forever holding aloft the Jethro Tull flag flying atop its roots and branches basking like a catfish rising as heavy horses roll by once more with the flamboyance of a minstrel playing in the gallery of life...with the power of a broadsword cutting down a beast of the night who is far too old too rock n roll but still too young to die.... but alas...the poor fellow was as thick as a brick and as this passion play unwinds before your very eyes and a wild storm watches over the blackness of night...standing on an island of rock we look at each other...stand up and say.....thank you Jethro Tull... for being there for all those long car journeys...all those rainy days....all those beautiful music filled concerts and endless hours of making our own best of Tull CDs through the years....just thank you to all for the then and the now and all what is... to come
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Post by crosseyedmary75 on Oct 28, 2021 17:32:28 GMT
Ian Anderson is one of the most talented, brilliant, thoughtful, kind, powerful, poets, song writers, muscians, human beings ever to live. You have blessed the lives of millions, Ian, and we thank you.
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Post by rredmond on Oct 28, 2021 17:38:19 GMT
One post two years ago, and three just recently! I almost said "Welcome crosseyedmary75!" But I see you've been around, so maybe "welcome back!!" Be well!
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Post by Catqualung on Oct 28, 2021 17:57:43 GMT
Ian Anderson is one of the most talented, brilliant, thoughtful, kind, powerful, poets, song writers, muscians, human beings ever to live. You have blessed the lives of millions, Ian, and we thank you. Naa... He is just a great hypnotist: he has mesmerized all of us to believe this.
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Post by jackinthegreen on Oct 28, 2021 18:30:43 GMT
Ian Anderson is one of the most talented, brilliant, thoughtful, kind, powerful, poets, song writers, muscians, human beings ever to live. You have blessed the lives of millions, Ian, and we thank you. I will second that
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Post by maddogfagin on Oct 29, 2021 5:58:07 GMT
Ian Anderson is one of the most talented, brilliant, thoughtful, kind, powerful, poets, song writers, muscians, human beings ever to live. You have blessed the lives of millions, Ian, and we thank you. Naa... He is just a great hypnotist: he has mesmerized all of us to believe this.
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