First Time Hearing Jethro Tull - My God (Reaction!!)

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  • @johnkellis8456
    @johnkellis8456 Рік тому +256

    The group is Jethro Tull. Lead is Ian Anderson!

    • @lodey
      @lodey Рік тому +1

      Armagedon - Owen Wilson :)

    • @joy88867
      @joy88867 Рік тому +1

      He’s the flutist!

    • @stacy9345
      @stacy9345 Рік тому +8

      I named my first son Ian after Ian Anderson.

    • @cliffwheeler7357
      @cliffwheeler7357 Рік тому +15

      @@joy88867 Apologies for my pedantry, but as a flute player myself, the correct spelling is Flautist.

    • @williamdowding3343
      @williamdowding3343 Рік тому

      flautist.
      @@joy88867

  • @cmercer718
    @cmercer718 11 місяців тому +6

    JT was my first concert. I saw them in 1973. I may be aging but I saw all the cool bands. True musicians before computer generated bs.

  • @mikeb3835
    @mikeb3835 Рік тому +319

    This is a hell of an introduction to Jethro Tull. It's a great song, but kind of a deep cut.

    • @ripvanwinkle2002
      @ripvanwinkle2002 Рік тому +20

      THIS
      man is he in for a ride...

    • @christorkildson6472
      @christorkildson6472 Рік тому +29

      Kind of thrown in the deep in of the Tull-verse. I would have probably pointed him at more mass appeal songs such as Thick as a Brick or Aqualung. I'd like to see a video where he reacts to Jethro Tull's more mainstream stuff.

    • @scromp
      @scromp Рік тому +17

      Right why not just go whole hog and thick as a brick it

    • @ronaldwerner3084
      @ronaldwerner3084 Рік тому +14

      Check out Thick As A brick!

    • @kathleensmith3555
      @kathleensmith3555 Рік тому +10

      Ian was the poet of my youth- many of his songs got me through my inner angst with his humor his observations of life and my need for someone who shares my sarcastic outlook on society’s misdeeds- all while standing on one foot and playing a flute like a boss

  • @jessicahimmel7867
    @jessicahimmel7867 Рік тому +3

    One of my all time favorite Tull songs ❤

  • @Serai3
    @Serai3 Рік тому +215

    The song is an indictment of the Church of England and its role in sanctioning and abetting many crimes throughout the centuries. Ian Anderson has been a critic of Christianity pretty much from the first, writing a number of sharp critiques. (Jethro Tull is the name of the band.) "Confessing to the endless sin, the endless whining sound." Ian really packs a punch.
    Ian's flute playing is completely self-taught. He never took a lesson, he just picked it up one day and figured it out. That's why his playing is so unconventional, his fingering so odd. He manipulates his breathing and vocalizes into the mouthpiece, producing hums and yips and grunts that make him sounds like some strange medieval forest spirit, playing his flute in the moonlight to entice the unwary soul.

    • @GreggOliverBass
      @GreggOliverBass Рік тому +5

      He said in an interview that he chose the flute because "it was the only instrument that you could sleep in the gutter with"

    • @lisarainbow9703
      @lisarainbow9703 Рік тому +10

      The lyrics are brilliantly scathing and profound....

    • @jimmayors2315
      @jimmayors2315 Рік тому +7

      There were plenty of guitar players out there, so he pick up the flute to be different ;-)

    • @njWordsmith
      @njWordsmith Рік тому +1

      Well said serai3!

    • @farrenrohana
      @farrenrohana Рік тому +4

      Interesting, I know Jethro Tull but I've never heard this and I thought I had heard everything! Lol! I'm into the weird political/spiritual stuff from back in the day but I'm not a huge fan of this one. Too dark and these days I'm all about the light! I probably would have liked it in my youth.

  • @schizoidman7916
    @schizoidman7916 8 місяців тому +31

    Jethro Tull was born in 30 March 1674 and died 21 February 1741. He was an English agricultural pioneer from Berkshire who helped to bring about the British Agricultural Revolution. He perfected a horse-drawn seed drill in 1700 that economically sowed the seeds in neat rows, and later developed a horse-drawn hoe. The band was named after him.

  • @jimhancock8394
    @jimhancock8394 Рік тому +193

    The whole album Aqualung is amazing. One side is about the seedy underside of society and the other is a critique of organized religion. If you listen to the title track notice that the sound of the voice changing when it's Aqualung versus those judging him. The religion side was the first criticism of religion I had heard as a teen and it changed my views profoundly. All great tracks way ahead of their time and a very unique sound.

    • @Xandrosi
      @Xandrosi Рік тому +9

      Excellent explanation.

    • @cocogarcia1454
      @cocogarcia1454 Рік тому +7

      Great comment! I think it must be Ian Anderson’s strongest concept album, certainly what he and his band are most famous for. It most definitely did not follow a trend… but it does rhyme with the context of the hard rock music of it’s time. For example, you can hear some Black Sabbath influence in the guitar. I’m with Polo in terms of frustration with the tendency of popular music to ride on commercial trends. Probably a tale as old as time.

    • @mqtdoc1
      @mqtdoc1 Рік тому +4

      However to clarify your point about him talking about religion in the song, he was commenting on the Anglican Church. Many rock groups from that era, and from Great Britain, did.

    • @mareenorth8790
      @mareenorth8790 Рік тому +3

      Agree. Tull were ver prog rock … one of the first bands to combine rock with classical music … but lyrically they were utterly brilliant. You just need to listen .. truly listen.. to what they are saying

    • @jenniferthompson528
      @jenniferthompson528 Рік тому +1

      Acid rock

  • @rickhaigwood1079
    @rickhaigwood1079 Рік тому +74

    Locomotive Breath......Same album.....Go for it!!
    Another group I saw multiple times live back in the day!!

  • @davidcrowell3041
    @davidcrowell3041 Рік тому +102

    This entire Album is great. You should also see him play flute live to appreciate the energy he puts into it.

    • @NuntiusLegis
      @NuntiusLegis 4 місяці тому

      The entire band oeuvre is great.

  • @RobertBoehme-s6b
    @RobertBoehme-s6b 4 місяці тому +7

    Much love to you brother, let Tull into your life, there is many great songs they have to offer. Peace.

  • @elskid206
    @elskid206 8 місяців тому +5

    This band is the master of taking you on a journey involving all sorts of tempos and solos and crescendos and lulls.
    It really is a journey.
    You should listen to Minstrel in the Gallery, both the song and the album.
    Amazing! Amazing journey!

  • @JamesHolcombe-m7w
    @JamesHolcombe-m7w Рік тому +120

    Guitar by Martin Barre, one of the best guitarist, really underrated

    • @georgelynch6139
      @georgelynch6139 Рік тому +5

      Agreed,

    • @jjvermeer
      @jjvermeer Рік тому +3

      Totally agree. Why Ian felt he was dispensible is a mystery to me.

    • @Lollygagger-k4p
      @Lollygagger-k4p Рік тому

      @@jjvermeer Anderson runs a tight ship. Always has. Jethro Tull is a company like any other.

    • @jjvermeer
      @jjvermeer Рік тому

      @@Lollygagger-k4p I'm not disagreeing, but what did Barre do to get dismissed from the company?

    • @Lollygagger-k4p
      @Lollygagger-k4p Рік тому +2

      @@jjvermeer He has an interview about it somewhere on UA-cam. Sounded like it was a growing persoanl issue between them. Just a divorce after so many years...

  • @Snakebite351
    @Snakebite351 Рік тому +76

    The band was named after an 18th century agriculturalist. The live version of this is fantastic as you get to see what a stage presence Ian Anderson has and he really shows off his flute skills👍

    • @vinnyganzano1930
      @vinnyganzano1930 Рік тому +1

      I've had the distinct pleasure of watching Jethro Till live several times and met the band a couple of times too. Brilliant band and lovely people.

    • @Snakebite351
      @Snakebite351 Рік тому +1

      @@vinnyganzano1930 never met them but was at the Aqualung and Songs from the Wood tour. Always a good time👍🏻

    • @jazzybee2627
      @jazzybee2627 Рік тому

      I thought they it came from a luddite member or founder

  • @joanlajara3939
    @joanlajara3939 Рік тому +15

    You will never hear anyone play flute like this ever!! And he sings lead vocals but the way he is a front man!! Crazy, gotta see them play live!!!

  • @HckrNeo1
    @HckrNeo1 Рік тому +59

    This is a wild way to be introduced to Jethro Tull lol. As others have said, definitely give Aqualung a listen. It's the title track for a reason and it's one of the few songs of theirs that broke into the mainstream.

    • @samuelecallegari6117
      @samuelecallegari6117 Рік тому +1

      Did you know that My God was initially supposed to be the title of the album but they changed it in the end cause there was a bootleg around called My God

    • @petephone9353
      @petephone9353 Рік тому

      But, but, it's not the title track. The title track for an album called Aqualung is called My God", really ?

  • @axolotl8694
    @axolotl8694 Рік тому +14

    "I didn't know a flute could sound badass." one of the all-time reaction quotes. :-)

  • @HeavyMetalBluegrass
    @HeavyMetalBluegrass Рік тому +54

    You pegged the medieval vibe right off the bat. I think Ian Anderson was a bard in life's past. They had many great songs but the whole Aqualung album is awesome.

    • @satori03
      @satori03 Рік тому

      He was probably Nostradamus

  • @LeahB451
    @LeahB451 10 місяців тому +4

    At 0:23 You are recating to the name, Jethro 😂 And I’m laughing because soon you will meet the lunatic genius of Ian Anderson - and I am waiting to see that , 😂😂😂 oh WOW. I went to a Jethro Tull concert in the UK in 1976. Now 73 - still love JT❤

  • @Michael-to6so
    @Michael-to6so Рік тому +8

    There simply will not be a Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Until Ian Anderson And Jethro Tull have been inducted!!

  • @pegt8920
    @pegt8920 Рік тому +55

    I recommend ‘Thick as a Brick”, it’s playful, and an easy way to start to appreciate the artistry of the flute by Ian Anderson in Jethro Tull🤓

  • @davidcohen4595
    @davidcohen4595 4 місяці тому +7

    That was the way it was in the 70's! Uniqueness & creativity! I feel very fortunate to have grown up then!

    • @mstewart109
      @mstewart109 4 місяці тому

      Best era ever and must have the great IanAnderson of Jethro Tull in the mix. Back then the radio was how we heard music unless you had money to buy their records albums and go to concerts to see what they looked like. And I remember this group--- did you hear that???😂😂😂 hark it's a flute! I remember the buzz was what the hell is that doing in a rock song. But we knew the music was definitely unique . I was hooked. I had aqualung and thick as a brick and of course got to see what they looked like.😂

    • @mstewart109
      @mstewart109 4 місяці тому +1

      Check out the live with him at least once. He is quite theatrical and has a great sense of humor

  • @slawrence4162
    @slawrence4162 Рік тому +59

    Keep pushin' my brother... Jethro Tull is music theater. If you saw it live, you'd be hooked. It's not cookie-cutter, sampling, shite. It was really intended for a certain time and space -- but if you can find a way into that space... Mind-blowing musicality and lyrics! MIND-BLOWING!!! Keep it up Polo, you're doing great!

    • @X976V3T
      @X976V3T Рік тому +1

      I THINK he is tiring of this gig and getting a little touchy ...like an old boomer

    • @jimgillett1184
      @jimgillett1184 Рік тому +1

      Smoke some good Sour Diesel and close your eyes and listen lol just saying brother 😂

    • @RandyDecious
      @RandyDecious Рік тому +1

      Stoner as my jock beer fueled friend called iluvedit in allstates of my mind😊😊😊😊 8:44 8:46

    • @PhilJonesIII
      @PhilJonesIII 11 місяців тому +3

      I'd never paid much attention to Jethro Tull until my girlfriend invited me to one of their concerts.
      I was NOT ready for that concert. Came away shell shocked.....and hooked.
      How that band stayed so tight amid that chaos amazes me to this day.

    • @RandyDecious
      @RandyDecious 11 місяців тому +2

      Stoner jams as the jocks said in HI school never was a jock im 65 an still enjoy JETHRO. AND I DONT MEAN THE BEVRLY HILLBILLIES IM 65 I WAS RAISED PROPER

  • @myownchannel247
    @myownchannel247 Рік тому +99

    Locomotive Breath by Jethro Tull 🔥 Ian Anderson on acoustic guitar, flute and vocals

    • @satori03
      @satori03 Рік тому +1

      Jethro Tull has always been my favorite group

    • @NewBritainStation
      @NewBritainStation 7 місяців тому +1

      Actually, Ian played flute, acoustic acoustic and electric guitar, bass drum and hi-hat on the studio version of Locomotive Breath.

  • @nataliekopp3393
    @nataliekopp3393 Рік тому +8

    Best concert I've ever seen! He was amazing leaping around on stage playing his flute

  • @williammuntzer7374
    @williammuntzer7374 Рік тому +23

    Great reaction. Jethro Tull was an English agriculturalist, born in 1674. He is considered the father of modern day farming techniques. He invented a horse drawn screw device that planted seeds evenly. The band adopted this name as one of many personas because local club owners wanted to showcase many different bands, therefore, the band had to change its name to constantly get gigs. Their manager suggested the name because he had just read about him. People kept requesting that version of the band, so they eventually kept the name. This is a bit of a deep cut. Try Locomotive Breath, Songs from the Wood or Thick as a Brick. With Tull, live performance is always awesome. Enjoy.

    • @scotthartman6088
      @scotthartman6088 Рік тому +1

      Spot on William! I would recommend the entire Songs From The Wood album.

    • @newmusicapp.-ff1or
      @newmusicapp.-ff1or 11 місяців тому +1

      You're spot on about the name changes, but I heard as soon as they got popular they (Ian) said lets keep this name. For it was his lucky charm. One of the best concerts I went to was Jethro Tull. the light show they gave out was iconic. I had a hard time keeping up with Ian, for he was all over the stage and the colored lights would hide him.

  • @billtaylor3382
    @billtaylor3382 Рік тому +27

    One of my all time favorite bands from the 70's Had all their albums

  • @secolerice
    @secolerice Рік тому +16

    Jethro Tull is my 2nd favorite band behind The Beatles. They are amazing! One of the reasons I took to them back in the day was the medieval sound of some of the songs or sections of songs. They play a variety of music and many lyrics are pure poetry. My God is one I my favorites and not one I have seen reacted to. Please continue to explore Jethro Tull!!

  • @JoélW608
    @JoélW608 Рік тому +19

    Ian Anderson is a genius!

  • @michaelgnit8476
    @michaelgnit8476 9 місяців тому +2

    Jethro Tull was always about the music to me. I have a large blues appetite and Jethro Tull fits the bill. And the band alludes to fun and happy hijinks.

  • @winstonsmith8441
    @winstonsmith8441 Рік тому +40

    Saw them back in the '70s. One of the best concert shows I've ever seen. Hit the other songs on this album, Locomotive Breath, Aqualung, Cross-Eyed Mary, etc. Amazing! You won't be disappointed. My God is not one of my favorites.

    • @RiverRat1953
      @RiverRat1953 Рік тому +6

      I seen Tull in Frankfort Germany in 1972 when Ian was at the peak of his physical prime. He jumped from the top of the sound speaker columns from one to another. It blew my mind 😂 They played Thick As A Brick……….unbelievable!

    • @davidsantor1760
      @davidsantor1760 Рік тому

      Hyme 43 ?

  • @umpdaddy1
    @umpdaddy1 Рік тому +33

    The king of prog. Jethro Tull as a band and Ian Anderson as a front man, composer, and resident philosopher are amazing. Aqualung, the song, is a masterpiece. The Aqualung album is a must have for any serious collector. They have many, many songs worth listening to. I'd recommend a live version of this so that you can see what an energetic performer Ian Anderson is. He;s unique, to say the least.

  • @christyliebel9500
    @christyliebel9500 8 місяців тому +3

    Ian Anderson is still performing live stage shows....with his son. Jethro Tull needs to be seen, not just heard. Ian is a fabulous stage performer, a minstrel at heart.
    Definition of minstrel: 1. A medieval entertainer who traveled from place to place, especially to sing and recite poetry.
    2. A lyric poet.
    3. A musician
    First time I saw Jethro Tull was his Thick as a Brick tour. I had no idea...

  • @Ch1ll_0ld_Dud3
    @Ch1ll_0ld_Dud3 7 місяців тому +3

    Tull is one of a kind. Their entire discography is worth listening to.

  • @feleciabashor7893
    @feleciabashor7893 Рік тому +3

    Pausing the play before I watch. Just wanted to let you know that Jethro Tull was amazing live. One of my favorite concerts from the 70's. Ian mesmerized the audience.

  • @timford7447
    @timford7447 7 місяців тому +5

    Out of several observers, this guy actually caught what Tull was, wandering minstrels with modern instruments and composition.

  • @fractaljack210
    @fractaljack210 Рік тому +26

    Thier live shows are fantastic. Amazing songs, virtuoso musicians, and a unique singer/songwriter.

    • @chrisweidner4768
      @chrisweidner4768 Рік тому +1

      Saw them in 1976 in Omaha Ne. Still the greatest concert I have ever seen.

  • @bjwnashe5589
    @bjwnashe5589 Рік тому +58

    Ian Anderson: creative genius, leader of Jethro Tull. Vocals, acoustic guitar, flute.

  • @roger9709
    @roger9709 Рік тому +2

    Jethro Tull, was by far the best concert I ever had the pleasure to attend great great energy. 1982 or 83 I think.

  • @fw1421
    @fw1421 Рік тому +3

    Thethro Tull is one of the greatest bands you would ever see on stage.

  • @patscoby1509
    @patscoby1509 5 місяців тому +1

    I just wanted to thank you l listen to this everyday and it's having someone to enjoy the music I have been hearing for 50 years or more peace

  • @danrieke9988
    @danrieke9988 Рік тому +26

    I saw Jethro Tull live. Concert was, "Oh, no! Not another 20 years of Jethro Tull!" Was about 37 years ago. Amazing!

    • @brovold72
      @brovold72 Рік тому +1

      Me too! Poplar Creek amphitheater, somewhere in Chicagoland.

    • @mickbacon8542
      @mickbacon8542 Рік тому +1

      They are still playing. I am going to see them in February that will be 57 years since they first formed.

    • @Kim-J312
      @Kim-J312 Рік тому +1

      Yep saw Jethro Tull in the 90s somewhere in Chicago. My mom was a concert Flautist in a orchestra. I grew up listening 🎶 tŕ o Tull to Mozart ❤dx

    • @stacy9345
      @stacy9345 Рік тому +1

      I saw them at Baltimore Civic Center right before Aqualung came out. It was a great concert!

    • @MrColpy
      @MrColpy Рік тому +2

      Been a fan since1971, when I first heard the album Benefit. saw them in 2007 in concert in Rhode Island. Anderson's voice is unfortunately somewhat shot, but the concert was fantastic. That flute!

  • @drewcama2488
    @drewcama2488 Рік тому +20

    Tull is a mix of progressive art rock like early Genesis and Yes and King Krimson mixed with Heavy Metal and the uniqueness of the flute and some kick ass lyrics. Throw in virtuoso riffs on electric guitar and thundering drum beats and fills and you got yourself a pioneering sound. One of a kind Rock and Roll.

  • @angrylittlespider4593
    @angrylittlespider4593 Рік тому +10

    Jethro Tull is an amazing band! An acquired taste for sure...just genius prog rock. Listen to more, you might just get hooked! You're listening..that's a great start. God bless your open mind! I'm following your expedition into my own musical past and I'm lovin it! Peace always Polo!

  • @Artificialintelligentle
    @Artificialintelligentle Рік тому +3

    Spot on! Ian Anderson, (his name),medieval Rock.

  • @tommyyates1051
    @tommyyates1051 Рік тому +16

    You really need to check out one of their live performances to see the amazing theatrics of Ian Anderson with his singing and flute playing.

  • @andrewwelham8633
    @andrewwelham8633 Рік тому +9

    Tull's instrumental of a J.S. Bach guitar piece called Bourée is simply amazing. Flute, guitar, bass, and drums.

  • @valenfitzen
    @valenfitzen Рік тому +3

    Saw Jethro Tull in concert in Houston in the early 70's. Ian with his flute and his white tights! Love Jethro Tull. 68-year old female in Louisiana.

  • @MarieLaveau56
    @MarieLaveau56 8 місяців тому +3

    This was 70’s. I’m class of 73. I learned to play some Tull on my flute.

  • @bobmessier5215
    @bobmessier5215 Рік тому +28

    This is Tull's masterpiece. The whole album changed my life and how I heard music.

    • @catherinelynnfraser2001
      @catherinelynnfraser2001 Рік тому

      It’s kind of fun watching Polo’s mind explode 🤯

    • @Owlstretchingtime78
      @Owlstretchingtime78 Рік тому

      A matter of opinion. For me, it's either 'Stand Up' or 'Benefit'. Then again it could be countless others at any given time!

    • @bobmessier5215
      @bobmessier5215 Рік тому +1

      @@Owlstretchingtime78 For me, it was more than that. The Aqualung album shook my spiritual beliefs to its core. Tull's Songs from the Wood album, enchanted those beliefs further. Stand Up and Benefit are fine albums and I've heard every album by this band and there are, at least 50. Outside of The Beatles, Aqualung influenced me the most.

    • @Owlstretchingtime78
      @Owlstretchingtime78 Рік тому +1

      @bobmessier5215 I can't argue with that! ;-)

    • @satori03
      @satori03 Рік тому +2

      heard this when I was 14 or 15 and was hooked

  • @cmiles97x38
    @cmiles97x38 Рік тому +4

    This is a crazy good band live. You to Ian's performance!

  • @piccolina721
    @piccolina721 Рік тому +20

    I was a huge heavy rock fan as a teen in the 70's , then I heard these guys !!! WTF 😮 I had to get all their record albums ! 👈😅

  • @darrylsechriest3422
    @darrylsechriest3422 Рік тому +2

    I appreciate your honest opinions on the chosen music. You are one of my favorite reactors! Keep spinning!

  • @toddbarton7229
    @toddbarton7229 Рік тому +3

    Not only does it sound like game of thrones but wait to you see him live on stage. He dresses like a medieval bard complete with codpeice. You have to see them live Polo to truly appreciate them. Not only is he an incredible flautist but he does a lot of it on one leg. So much energy and charisma.

  • @ZagiBob
    @ZagiBob 10 місяців тому +2

    A Tull tune was played at our wedding 50 years ago. And another will be played at my memorial service. I love Tull ❤

  • @courtneywallace871
    @courtneywallace871 Рік тому +26

    Martin Barre is such an underrated guitarist.

  • @MrOkieChef
    @MrOkieChef Рік тому +1

    Jethro Tull was one of the most important inventors of the Industrial Revolution. He designed plowing and seeding contraptions that made farming a not-so strenuous task as before. His inventions revolutionized the agricultural business altogether.

  • @sweetmandolynsurbanfarm7188
    @sweetmandolynsurbanfarm7188 Рік тому +17

    Jethro Tull is so much more theatrical visually than just the music.

  • @barbaralavoie1045
    @barbaralavoie1045 Рік тому +1

    Yes, Jethro Tull is really a good one. I love the flute playing he does.❤️👍

  • @JamesHolcombe-m7w
    @JamesHolcombe-m7w Рік тому +10

    One of the best bands to see live

  • @garyhackett6393
    @garyhackett6393 3 місяці тому +2

    Jethro Tull is their own style. Ian Anderson is a musical genius.

  • @janegreen9340
    @janegreen9340 Рік тому +3

    Jethro Tull was an agriculturalist who helped bring about the Agricultural Revolution in Britain in the 18th century. You have to see the band live - amazing. Enjoy!

  • @rkcreynolds
    @rkcreynolds Рік тому +1

    I was a 16 y/o kid when I saw Jethro Tull in 1976 and it was mind blowing. It was as much theatrical production as rock performance. There are some Ian Anderson flute solos in concert that you should give a listen, whether you do a reaction video or not. Amazing.

  • @pilesovinyl
    @pilesovinyl Рік тому +12

    Welcome to the wonderful world of Jethro Tull. If you take the album Aqualung and listen to it in its entirety you will hear the progressive rock of Ian Anderson (songwriter/vocalist/acoustic guitarist/flautist/saxophonist/etc.). He and his group have made about 20 albums over several decades and he was and still is a major artist worthy of your attention. Aside from this track, the title track Aqualung, Cross Eyed Mary, Locomotive Breath from this record and tracks like Minstrel In The Gallery, War Child, Bouree, Thick As A Brick (an album with one continuous track), too many more to mention.

  • @KarenSutherland-h8s
    @KarenSutherland-h8s 3 місяці тому +1

    Jethro Tull were a very popular British band…Ian Anderson is incredible, both guitarist, and flutist…check out tracks thick as a brick, Aqualung, and most definitely LOCOMOTIVE BREATH!

  • @DonReady5869
    @DonReady5869 Рік тому +24

    You need to check out "Aqualung" by Jethro Tull - I watch a ton of your videos and you will absolutely love it.

  • @donnanelson4862
    @donnanelson4862 Рік тому +4

    Loved them way back and love them now.

  • @pattyfreeburn3743
    @pattyfreeburn3743 Рік тому +2

    Your day is complete Polo. Jethro Tull is an amazing artist, ENJOY. There are many mor great songs by him, Teacher and with you to help me are great. I’m a baby boomer and I listen to a wide range of music including heavy metal.

  • @davidleomorley889
    @davidleomorley889 Рік тому +39

    I saw him in the 1990s and he told the audience that night that this album was made when he was going through a regrettably angry part of his search for the divine.

    • @GrimrDirge
      @GrimrDirge Рік тому +3

      Much akin to Maynard. A pattern amongst prog composers.

    • @samuelmregister
      @samuelmregister Рік тому +4

      I for one am thankful for his anger then.

  • @justsomedude7556
    @justsomedude7556 Рік тому +2

    I love that this dude learned to play the flute when his daughter was learning to play the flute and then used it in rock music. Just genius on another level.

  • @ClearlyBlissful
    @ClearlyBlissful Рік тому +15

    Another British band, I always think of Aqualung - one of their most popular songs. That rockin’ flute is one of their signature sounds. 😊

    • @mustangdebbie56
      @mustangdebbie56 Рік тому +2

      Except Aqualung is one of the few songs with no flute.

    • @ClearlyBlissful
      @ClearlyBlissful Рік тому

      @@mustangdebbie56 right. That’s why I said it’s one of their signature sounds. 😀

  • @neilgoldsmith482
    @neilgoldsmith482 Рік тому +1

    Polo. The Band is Jethro Tull. He was a 12th century inventor in England. The writers are Ian Anderson , Metin Barre & Barimore Barlow. Flute 🪈 Rock 🎸😎

  • @markdrechsler5660
    @markdrechsler5660 Рік тому +31

    JT is one of those bands that tends to evolve significantly from album to album. All of the 70’s albums are worthwhile listening.

    • @samuelmregister
      @samuelmregister Рік тому +1

      Evolved, yes; progressively better, no.

    • @samuelecallegari6117
      @samuelecallegari6117 Рік тому

      ​@@samuelmregisterOpinions. Mine is that they got progressively better until Thick as a Brick and A Passion Play. Then they reached that level again with Minstrel in the Gallery and Songs From the Wood

    • @samuelmregister
      @samuelmregister Рік тому

      @@samuelecallegari6117 right- everyone's got their specific Tull opinions. For me, I found the band almost totally unlistenable after TAAB...and I was their biggest fan. Go figure.

    • @JasonLevine1178
      @JasonLevine1178 Рік тому +1

      The quality dipped after the 70s but there are good 80s Tull albums. Crest of a Knave is actually pretty good if you don't compare it to their past stuff

  • @sharonpate5481
    @sharonpate5481 Рік тому +1

    Jethro Tull live was kick ass!! It was a whole production. I named my son Ian after Ian Anderson 👵🏼💜☮️

  • @beatlesarebest
    @beatlesarebest 10 місяців тому +6

    Jethro Tull are one of a kind. LOVE THEM!!!!!! Check out CROSS EYED MARY and BUNGLE IN THE JUNGLE!!!!!!!!! GREAT songs.

  • @scotth3354
    @scotth3354 Рік тому +1

    The band is Jethro Tull, the singer/flautist is Ian Anderson. Jethro Tull the man was an 18th century English agriculturist who invented the seed drill.

  • @devonvergiels5185
    @devonvergiels5185 Рік тому +3

    Jethro Tull, the namesake of the band, 1674 to 1741 was an English agriculturist from Berkshire who helped to bring the British agricultural revolution of the 18th century. In the prog rock band
    Ian Anderson is the lead singer, multi instrument player, most notably the rock and roll flute and song writer. Completely unique in the real sense of the word. My favorite.

  • @poppy8828
    @poppy8828 2 місяці тому

    No one plays the flute like Ian Anderson, and standing on one leg, incredible x

  • @colleenmcclurg2010
    @colleenmcclurg2010 Рік тому +6

    I'm a big Tull fan, but this is a pretty heavy introduction to Jethro Tull. They're an awesome band, would love to see you do more on them. This is from a great album, btw. You will never hear anybody like Jethro Tull, they are unique!

  • @dizastro5437
    @dizastro5437 Рік тому +2

    My favorite live performer

  • @karen848
    @karen848 Рік тому +7

    This is such an underrated band. I love their ability to combine Old English music with today’s rock. Check out Skating Away On The Ice of a New Day, Aqualung, Crosseyed Mary, The Whistler, Jack in the Green , Songs From the Wood.
    I hope you an open your mind to enjoy and appreciate this group who is still not in the Rock and Roll Museum.

  • @billwilson2025
    @billwilson2025 Рік тому +2

    Another Tull beauty . You just have to enjoy the journey.

  • @matchacl
    @matchacl Рік тому +5

    I love everything Jethro Tull has done. Their music has always been progressive. I really loved their arrangement of Bach's Bourrée in E minor. Although Locomotion Breath is by far my favorite song.

  • @marinamartinez6886
    @marinamartinez6886 Рік тому +2

    Being an British band Jethro Tull definitely has elements of their music past, some mystical and some minstrel. Also goes to show the wide range of music styles during this period. 👍👍👍

  • @leewafer6583
    @leewafer6583 Рік тому +12

    So many great songs, if you do Aqualung, the song describes an old homeless man, first as society sees him in the first part, and the second part is as he really is.

  • @donnaconnell
    @donnaconnell Рік тому +1

    When I saw Jethro Tull in the '70's, Ian Anderson ran around on the stage while playing and often stood on one leg for a long time! He is incredible!

  • @andremartin5446
    @andremartin5446 Рік тому +4

    My favourite band, and I always love it to see someone's reaction to their first time listening to Jethro Tull! Keep going, so much more to discover, even outside the Aqualung album

    • @andremartin5446
      @andremartin5446 Рік тому +1

      And also an intro for you to Progressive rock as a genre from what i can tell. Enjoy, so much out there to enjoy man!!

  • @lancevaughn432
    @lancevaughn432 Рік тому +2

    My first concert I was 13, 1971 Aqualung tour. Songs Locomotive breath. Cross eyed Mary. Aqualung. Hymm 43. Then listen to the album. “Thick as a brick” part 1, part 2. down the Jethro Tull rabbit hole.

  • @jamessomers8808
    @jamessomers8808 Рік тому +6

    I think this is a pretty cool song to start with for Jethro Tull, but the singers name is Ian Anderson, and Jethro. Tull is the name of the group, which is the name of a medieval farming implement. I think it was some sort of plowing device. I could be wrong about that.

  • @LarryNeie-lj7zc
    @LarryNeie-lj7zc Рік тому +2

    British progressive rock mixed with metal and folk! One of a kind band. Saw them live in Dallas circa '71-72.

  • @kathyandjeffdailey3455
    @kathyandjeffdailey3455 Рік тому +8

    My favorite Jethro Tull song is Locomotive Breath. I think you'd really appreciate that one. They have tons of great cuts though, explore n enjoy Polo!

    • @samuelecallegari6117
      @samuelecallegari6117 Рік тому

      Damn this is like saying that your favourite Pink Floyd song is Wish You Were Here

  • @jamestaylor3805
    @jamestaylor3805 Рік тому +2

    It's when you recognize the complexity of the composition that this group really starts sinking in. There is genius here many are unwilling to recognize.

  • @debbiebanner
    @debbiebanner 6 днів тому

    You really need to watch a live version so you can see Ian's energy as he sings and plays the flute together. He's amazing.

  • @jamessomers8808
    @jamessomers8808 Рік тому +8

    I know you didn’t listen to much Beastie Boys, but the song Sure Shot is a flute driven sample. Love the flute, especially jazz flute, which is why I really love the way, Ian Anderson plays. He learned how to play the flute in one year and went on stage with it. He is an extremely accomplished guitar player as well.

    • @Prone2Thrill
      @Prone2Thrill Рік тому +1

      learn something new everyday - didn't put that together and I'm a huge fan of both

  • @BurntValleyRoad
    @BurntValleyRoad 8 місяців тому

    Thank you for saying you pride yourself in everything fresh. It is amazing how discovering music is a never ending adventure. I still find music from decades ago while simultaneously finding something that was just released. Never stop discovering.

  • @brianyaniro4797
    @brianyaniro4797 Рік тому +8

    You NEED to react to them live. Ian Anderson made flute rock and roll and watching him perform is the epitome of idgaf. He's to flute what Les Claypool is to bass. Amazing performer.

  • @judithoden
    @judithoden Рік тому

    I am really enjoying your videos. Living my youth in the 60’s and 70’s I really took for granted all the great music. We heard it everyday. Now revisiting this is still so great. Jethro Tull was always my favorite.

  • @garysteinert8040
    @garysteinert8040 Рік тому +7

    First saw live in 77… 20 times since. This is a great band to go after.
    If this is your first Tull, spot on comments.
    When you do Thick as a Brick, please do the live at Madison Square Garden version if possible.

    • @majones501
      @majones501 Рік тому +1

      While that concert may be the best live performance of Thick as a Brick, I always feel robbed by not hearing the complete masterpiece. I have not heard any version that comes near the beauty of the original on vinyl!

    • @garysteinert8040
      @garysteinert8040 Рік тому

      @@majones501 I could not agree more. But for someone that has never seen Tull, he has to get see the show. Get hooked, then dive in. He needs to see Ian.

  • @debbiebanner
    @debbiebanner 6 днів тому

    Jethro Tull is the name of the group. The lead singer and flute player is Ian Anderson who is pure genius

  • @robertcasey7312
    @robertcasey7312 Рік тому +11

    In 1980 Jethro Tull started their U.S. tour in Salisbury, MD. Somehow I ended up laboring at the Salisbury site. Being the first city on the tour the band spent a week at the Salisbury venue rehearsing and working out logistics. I worked for them everyday. I didn’t, and still don’t, care for their music, though they were extremely kind people. I was impressed by the professionalism of all involved. I could go on for hours, but I’ll just give you one example. There were many tractor trailers loaded with equipment. Every piece of equipment was packed in a specific spot in a specific truck according to a loading map. During the week one of the band’s carpenters added a new handle to his large rolling tool chest. The carpenter’s tools were always the first thing to be unloaded and therefore the last thing to be loaded. After the show and six trailers had been loaded we finally rolled the tool chest into the last spot on the last truck. We tried to close the truck’s door. It wouldn’t close, it was blocked by the new 2.5” deep tool chest handle. The carpenter had to remove the new handle to get the door closed. Overall it was a great experience. I love your videos. Best Wishes!

    • @guacamolekid3899
      @guacamolekid3899 Рік тому +2

      That's a great story. That must have been the Heavy Horses tour. One of the reasons that a group like Tull had such a long, steady career was their ability to pay attention to every detail. Ian Anderson didn't like surprises on the road, so he over saw every detail of the tour- the hotel bookings, truck routes, everything. Did the crowd like the show?

    • @robertcasey7312
      @robertcasey7312 Рік тому +2

      ⁠​⁠@@guacamolekid3899 Oh yes the crowd loved the performance. It was a great live show. I’ll have to give JT another listen. Something else happened on show night. White Snake, the opening act, finally arrived complaining about EVERYTHING. Like the rest of the World I’d heard stories of bands trashing hotels and dressing rooms. After White Snake finished and left a friend grabbed me and said “You’ve got to see this”. He lead me into WS’s dressing room. It looked like a bomb went off. Garbage everywhere, fixtures tossed all over, things in pieces. They’d certainly done their fair share to maintain the rock and roll bad boy reputation. I’d been working back stage, I didn’t get to see them perform. Felt bad for the cleanup folks. But it was memorable. Thanks for the reply. Best Wishes.

    • @guacamolekid3899
      @guacamolekid3899 Рік тому +1

      @@robertcasey7312 Great story. I think I was wrong about what tour it was- It was probably the A tour. A was supposed to be an Ian Anderson solo album, but the label talked them into releasing it as a Tull album, and as a result the Tull's lineup was changed quite a bit- new keyboard player and drummer. Did you meet any of the Tull band members?

    • @robertcasey7312
      @robertcasey7312 Рік тому +1

      Honestly there were so many people with UK accents I’m not positive who I really met. I must of met all or most of them, I met a lot of great people. My job was to do whatever they told me to do. How they treated each other, including me was shocking. Complete respect, everything was “Sir, please”, “Thank you Sir”, “Sir kindly this or that…”. I never saw anyone lose their temper or treat another person harshly. We were always in ear shot of the band, (Our Bosses) and being in such a large space you had be loud to be heard. The working culture among that group was excellent. Just some of the folks there everyday included; Caterers, Seamstresses & Tailors, Carpenters, Electricians, Scaffold & Stage Crews, Lighting Specialists, Zillions of Sound Engineers, Instrument Mechanics, Truck & Bus Drivers, plus many more. They had two separate sets of equipment, and two,sets of trucks. They ran two crews so one crew could be at the next city already setup for the following show. Here’s something I won’t forget. There were people regularly popping in trying to sell all sorts of equipment and personal items to any and all of us. One afternoon a guy with an English accent strolled in with a big cardboard box. He seemed to
      know everyone. Within minutes he was surrounded by crew members buying small boxes. An hour later everyone was wearing an original Sony Walkman. It was the first time any of us had seen one. We must have looked like cavemen discovering fire. On that day, a Sony Walkman was the coolest thing on Earth. Best Wishes.

    • @guacamolekid3899
      @guacamolekid3899 Рік тому +1

      @@robertcasey7312 Great story! Thanks for sharing.

  • @hakbash7588
    @hakbash7588 Рік тому +1

    Jethro Tull is the music I hit all my hip hop friends with when I want to mess with them. Lol. It’s good stuff. I’m a gen x but I listen to and like all music. Love your reactions my friend. 👍❤️