First listen to Jethro Tull - Locomotive Breath (REACTION) |I love the flute...|
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- Опубліковано 5 сер 2020
- After uploading I just realized one moment of this song is in the film Jumanji
(the original starring Robin Williams). Can't believe I've never heard of this group before...
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The train is the main characters life rolling out of control with no way to stop it. His kids grow up and leave. His wife cheats on him. His life is a shambles and rolling out of control with no way to slow down!!
Haha, that is funny, but no. This song is actually about overpopulation of planet Earth.
That makes no sense whets*ckingever for anybody with reading (or listening) abilities
David Woolbright: Word!
@@Rapatacoosh Reading and listening, now you just have to add thinking to the mix and you're set.
@@mynameizmaineimis1880 You realize that other people can see this right?
We all have a list of our favorite songs and this is definitely in my top 5.
I could never make a list of favorite songs. I was, after much deliberation, able to make a list of my top 7 favorite bands, though: Blood Ceremony, The Bridge City Sinners, Jess and the Ancient Ones, Lucifer, The Oath, Thundermother, and Twin Temple.
Martin Barre is one of the most innovative guitarist EVER.
Yes really shined with Steel Monkey
Yes Barre is underrated.
The best drummer of Britain (John Bonham dixit)
My take on it is that he is on the train, a metaphor, for his life which is spiralling out of control and he has no way to stop it. His family recognise it and leave one by one
The look on your face when the flute started was priceless...
I thought the same thing. 😄
Not only is Ian a great singer, he puts his personality into the song and comes across on multiple levels and moods. He is so versatile that his voice is another individual instrument all together.
I grew up watching Jethro Tull. One of the best bands ever to see on stage. I was 17 the first time I saw them and even to this day they are one of my favorite bands. I’m 68.
The piano is so good in this song. I love the way it builds in the intro. You really have to see this madman perform live. It's insane.
Are you talking about John Evan. ?? He looked a little 'mad ' as well
You have no idea how strange it is to hear someone say they have never heard of Jethro Tull. It was so great to be young along with this music.
Jethro Tull isn’t just an auditory experience, watching Ian Anderson wearing out the stage is just great. It’s not a review without the visuals.
Daniel, as the song was starting and during the crescendo, I couldn’t help thinking what a treat you were about to experience. The look on your face was priceless.
If those are the instruments you like...then Jethro Tull IS your band to discover very deeply. It WILL be worth it! Guaranteed!
I grew up with all these great bands! It's nice to see the younger generation appreciate them!
Funny story about young Ian, but actually he picked up and taught himself flute in the mid-late '60s to be different from everyone else playing harmonica in blues bands at the time.
There’s a goldmine of music to react to from 70’s and 80’s
Jethro Tull is the premiere band for flute.
But also Traffic, The Moody Blues, Genesis, and one memorable song by The Guess Who (UnDun).
Let's not forget Chicago with Walter Parazaider on woodwinds. His flute work was better than his sax. Best. Leo.
But no one could light that sucka on fire like Ian Anderson. He's also a brilliant composer/lyricist and plays a mean acoustic guitar.
@@PogueMahone1 From your mouth to God's ear. Best. Leo.
@@michaelbastraw1493 Especially on "It Better End Soon" all 4 movements on Chicago II.
Marshall Tucker Band!
I was just telling my brother that trying to examine Tull's lyrics is similar to doing the same with Shakespeare...
Martin Barre'is a monster guitarist!
Give a listen to Skating Away on the Thin Ice of a New Day. That'll give you some lyrics to dissect.
Probably my favorite by Tull.
Probably the only song ever with guitar; flute; xylophone and accordion in it. Great song.
I studied flute and classical composition for 9 years and Anderson was a self taught flutist and I could NOT play like him. He literally growls into the mouthpiece. I was a huge JT fan from age 12 on. Lots of great tunes for you jyst on Aqualung alone.
Once you get past Jon Anderson's bigger-than-life personality you might notice Martin Barre's powerful guitar. A fundamental building block of the wall of sound that is Jethro Tull.
That would be "Ian", unless you were listening to Yes while typing.
@@williamosborne6866 Thank you.
His life is the inevitable train wreck this songs about, and yes that sound you hear is intentional, great reaction
Saw them live back in the day. Epic! They were the reason I started to play the flute. Ian has so much stage energy and British eccentricities that those little laughs many times are theatrical in nature. As always the studio versions BUT this band must be seen live to be believed, while they were young and in their prime (The late 60s - early 70s. His beautifully expressive voice gave out by the 80s). Ian was a madman, troubadour, poet, self taught flautist, guitarist, with the face of a theatrical actor, the balance and stretch of a dancer! Please watch their live performance at Jethro Tull ~ My God.....(Live at the Isle of Wight 1970)
I suggested My God also for the flute in it, also I think its the best song off Aqualung. Hope Daniel gives it a listen.
Ian Anderson’s flute sound was the result of him playing the flute and humming the same notes at the same time. Jazz artists of the 60s used this technique - Herbie Mann and Jeremy Stieg come to mind.
This came out when I was in 7th grade...I’m 63 now...that’s how old this one is...loved his stuff!
If you like flute, try "My God" off the same Aqualung album. I think its the best song on that album IMO.
And Crosseyed Mary!
Gideon's bible refers the Bibles found in lodging rooms, motels and hotels, and hospitals that the group Gideon International distributes for free.
Also used in The Beatles ROCKY rACOON SONG!
Later on Jethro Tull tunes have a bit more of a folk influence, especially off their _Songs from the Wood_ and _Heavy Horses_ albums. The title track of both is great, as is "Weathercock" and "Velvet Green."
They went through many periods. More bluesy for the first couple albums, more progressive throughout the 70's, and... weird starting in the 80's. Every album has at least one song that's great, even if the rest of it is pretty underwhelming. They also have a great Christmas album with songs about homeless people freezing to death and other such happy Christmas tales.
He's self taught on the flute... and created a whole new to play
One of the great things about music, like all art, is that everyone can have their own unique interpretation. Your view is young and fresh, and I am really enjoying your videos. Keep them coming!
ANOTHER of my favourite bands from my youth! ✌ You're hittin' all the right notes, Daniel. 😁
Nice review. "My God" would be a good progressive song with lots of flute.
We are all on the train. We are all the all-time loser. On a runaway train that is being driven by madmen.
point of interest: his nephew is Rick (the lead character) on the TV show The Walking Dead....when Norman Reedus visited Rick in England they stopped by Ian Andersons house for tea!
Meaning to me...losing control in life...”no the train it won’t stop going, no way to slow down”.
Saw him live again in concert a few months before the pandemic and he still is amazing!
When the song came out: late 1970-early 71. Aqualung album was soundtrack to my senior year in high school in 71.
One of the most important bands of all time.
Jethro Tull has a deep library. The song Aqualung is great song for lyric freaks. You might also like another artist, Frank Zappa for more progressive genius.
Yes I agree on the genius part but NOT easy listening to Zappa. Musically it is all over the place imo.
When i was in high school. I had this on 8-track tape. I played the tape SO much that one of the plastic guide wheels wore out and fell out of the casing.
Great reaction, so cool you caught the Laugh!!!!
Saw them live in concert, they played for well over 2 hours, brilliant show. The song Cross eyed Mary also features a lot of flute. Ian Anderson explained the song as growing old and slowly losing control.of your life plus the depersonalisation of the worker in the work force. There's quite a few euphemisms in the song too, best to read about it.
My God is where the flute really shines.
I was about your age when i first heard Tull . My hair was a little bit longer cause i quit cutting it in jr. high. I never payed too much attention to lyrics. Just liked their vibe in general.
Thanks for reacting to this. One of my favorite Tull tunes.
having seen tull dozens of times live,,,so much fun to watch you listen for the first time lol,,,this gramma watched your mind literally being blown lol,,,
Jethro Tull released a album Aqualung in 1971. The original track of Locomotion breath was in this album! Great song, great album!
I think the train is his life and he's lost control of it.
Since I was in the mood again for some Jethro Tull and watching videos again I came back to watch again. I had to laugh when I heard you say the Pied Piper of Hamlin. That was the town down the road where I grew up in West Virginia )
Check them out live. they are amazing! Ian Anderson is a born showman!
I'm sure someone already covered 'Gideon Bibles' are the little red ones left in motel rooms all over the US[or used to be] A quick google says they're from an organization called 'Gideon International'
I listen to this song for a long time and I've never really paid attention to the meaning because the instrumentals in his voice are so good. It just didn't matter to me but good reaction. You did a good job
Life getting away from you. You search for answers (Gideons Bible). I saw Jethro Tull in concert. Ian Anderson has so much energy! He’s all over the place. Watching him play flute on one leg was interesting. Loved them.
I did too. Great concert!
That he picked up Gideon's Bible meant he wasn't at home.
He'd lost everything.
I've seen them a few times! Always a great show!
I 😘 be your reaction Daniel. When this song came out I remember a the talk about a flute in a tick song. It was huge as well as the lyrics. A great song for sure and definitely ahead of their time.
In the movie with Tom Cruise "War Of The Worlds" there is a scene with a train ruining out of control while burning. This song reminds me of that.
This is metaphorical, it's Jethro Tull.
It's about a man's life spinning out of control.
This band was a staple during my informative years, thank the stars! There are few bands like this, ever!
Now, the only band still recording that has even anything close to this is Evanescence.
Self taught on the flute , no one plays it like Ian. It wasn't until later that he learned how to do the fingering in the "proper' way. His whole approach for the most part was to 'Rock It" like a guitarist would . It's interesting to watch reaction videos with a classic flautist named Heline as she hears him as he sings and even snorts through his flute. The faces she makes are priceless.
One of the best intros in rock & roll!
I just suggested this on another of your videos & then I find you already did it
"And the all-time winner has got him by the balls." This is clearly Death, who is in total control at this point, and has beaten every man that ever lived, making him the all-time winner.
Got to watch live performance. Ian Anderson is amazing
This song is a metaphor for life for the losers in the world who get trampled on by the more fortunate
I saw them live twice in the 70's, then again in 1998. They hadn't lost a step, all three were incredible concerts. They are still in my top 5 ever for sure.
Also, don't forget John Evans piano intro. Once upon a time the english music magazine "Grammophone" did a two side article just for this. And it was really serious...
The train is life.
Well! Spot on, now you combine the Train and the Man, they are ONE!
Well. You’re being handed some great music from your subscribers.
More JT? Cross eyed Mary. Or, a more radio friendly offering- Bungle in the Jungle.
Yes to Cross Eyed Mary. I'd skip the "radio single" Bungle In The Jungle. There are at least 20 other Tull songs that I'd suggest instead of that one.
Aqualung, Mother Goose, My God, and Hymn 43 (From Aqualung 1973)
With You There To Help Me, Nothing To Say, and To Cry You a Song ( From Benefit 1970)
War Child, Back-Door Angels, Skating Away On The Thin Ice Of The New Day, and Two Fingers (From War Child 1974)
Thick As A Brick (From Thick as a Brick 1972) This song makes up the entire album - so be prepared to spend a lot of time!
Songs From The Wood, Cup of Wonder, Hunting Girl, Velvet Green, and Pibroch (Cap In Hand) (From Songs From The Wood 1977).
North Sea Oil, Dark Ages, Something's On The Move, and Flying Dutchman (From Stormwatch 1979)
There are plenty of additional songs from albums that I have not listed but that's a good start.
Neon Park 🤷♂️ I merely suggest a song with less gravitas as a break from the serious music. One needs a piece of candy now and then.
Teacher, To Cry you a Song.
Legend says Ian Anderson Saw Jimi Hendrix live
Bought a flute! Great Choice!!!
Supertramp . The album is called Crime of The Century, listen to the track called Hide In Your Shell & School
They won the heavy metal band of the year with this album, mettalica was pissed.
Crest of a Knave 1987
I was a couple years younger than you when I saw them the first time Passion play tour.Best concerts.
I've always seen " locomotive breath" as a metaphor for uncontrollable rage.
I recently subscribed and you mentioned in later reactions that you listen to studio first. WELL all I can say is you are really missing out. Jethros performances are awesome
I just love this song, it is my go to for Jethro Tull when I want a quick fix. Whatever the meaning behind it or whatever meaning it has for you or anybody else personally. Great song. I am with you on the meaning Daniel, as I can relate.
Another of my old time favorites... I was about 9-10 years old when my brother brought this album home ( when Aqualung came out).. I'm sure I listened to it much more than he did.
Yeah... king Crimson is allergic to youtube.
Hey little brother, if you listen carefully enough, you will hear vocals from Mr. Tull during his flute solos.
He is genius!
Seen till live ads what a showman Ian was.
When I was in 7th and 8th grades there were some who entered into Speech Competitions. One phase was Debates and another was to read a piece of poetry or prose. One of the Poetry pieces that was chosen a few times was called The Hell bound Train which I surmised could've influenced Ian to write Locomotive Breath. On the Aqualung album he comments on religion in a few spots, although I don't believe he is of any faith.( maybe an agnostic at best ? ) I grew up with Jethro Tull. and had opportunity to see them a number of times. As far as I'm concerned they are the best Live Band I've ever seen simply because of Ian. it's good to see you as a younger man, listen and enjoy them.
The first time I heard this I thought it was a Pan flute he was playing. When I saw a video of this song being performed live I saw it was a regular flute. I think David Woolbright hits the nail on the head with the song's meaning. Glad you liked this (of course, what's not to like).
It's a common theme but if you like JT this album should be listened to in its entirety. GJ on this song nonetheless
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Gideon Bibles are the ones you find in every hotel room. In the lyrics....
'He picks up Gideons Bible
Open at page one'
This song MADE ME Love music
The earlier mentioned "Old Charlie" is Darwin, and his stealing the handle means we are genetically hard-wired to age.
The train is time and the course of a life. In a manner of speaking, we are all on a runaway train.
The Gideons are a Christian group that have been around for over a hundred years. Their purpose is to make sure travelers have access to a Bible in case you forgot to pack yours. They supply the Bibles for hotel rooms all over the world. That bible in the hotel nightstand was not supplied by the hotel. So in essence a Gideon’s bible is one you would use when you stay somewhere.
Oh PS - Aqualung should be your next Tull tune. I’m interested to hear you dissect that one’s lyrics. Cheers!
There's another classic reference to "Gideon's Bible" in the Beatles song "Rocky Raccoon" off the White Album. In both songs, it represents a return to faith and seeking peace and guidance.
First welcome to world of Jethro Tull. Ian Anderson is a genius. As others have said this is a metaphor for life's journey and society in general. WIll leave it at that. You should check out much of the live stuff. Thick as a Brick, Aqualung, My God, One Brown Mouse, No Lullaby, Cross-Eyed Mary and many more. Also can check out A Passion Play aluum. Songs From The Woods is a little different - starts his move into more overt Blues instead of the Blues Rock they were more known for.
One album many do not talk about but it actually very good in a completely different way is The London Symphony Orchestra Plays Jethro Tull in which Ian Anderson and David Palmer are on.
live version of this is amazing
Their best songs are: Locomotive breath,
Elegy and Bouree'(Bach) MAD flute!!
A song I think you'd really like which includes flute is "Angry Eyes" by Loggins & Messina. Also includes great sax, guitar & vocals.
FWIW,
Charlie, is Charles Darwin, Locomotive Breath was literally the nick name of one of Darwin's most vocal proponents.
The song is about the loss of God and the "Train" of moral decay that follows.
Gideon's Bible was commonly found in virtually every hotel/motel room across America until sometime in the 1990's as it was fazed out as the "Train, won't stop going, no way to slow down"
Check out "Bungle in the Jungle" by the same band.
Zeppelin: No flute. Multi instruntalist John Paul Jones on keyboards.
Got to love the fuzzy bass too
Another reference to Gideon's Bible is made by Paul McCartney in Rocky Racoon.
We have the best rock of all time! Old Charley stole the handle. It is hard rock.
The instrument in Stairway to Heaven is a recorder, not a flute.
New subscriber here. To me, I look at the train as the being or life of the main character (all time loser) and relate on a personal level. Alcoholic (Locomotive Breath). Out of control life and can't slow down .. headed for a wreck. .Children (and wife) jump off. I have over 20 years sober and have a wonderful relationship with my kids. Not so much with my ex though we get along at family get-togethers.
I worked my way to the front row in 1978 and 1981 tours.
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Missed this one earlier Daniel. I had a Gideon's bible given to me in junior school circa late 50s or early 60s. It was red and about the size of a pack of cards I must have it somewhere but can't lay my hands on it. I don't throw many things away and it must be in pristine condition as I never read it, but I did go to Sunday school and was a choirboy for sometime.
not sure what you are hearing here but there is DEFINITELY electric guitar in this one....and much of their stuff. and acoustic. lots of fantastic stuff to hear. 'skating away on the thin ice of the new day', 'life is a long song' 'thick as a brick' 'hymn 43'...many others
It's that buzzy sound in the left channel that starts later in the song. It sounds like somebody making a razzberry sound with their lops and tongue.
But yes, it's part of the recording.
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Gideons bibles are in most hotel rooms , so the guy has lost his home ,wife and kids , the train is a metaphor for his life THAT IS FALLING APART.