Like other sequels, it includes the stars of the original Ian Anderson and the story's "precocious schoolboy" Gerald Bostock, aged 50. / "From the Upper Class" 5:25, "You Curl Your Toes in Fun" / "Childhood Heroes" / "Stabs Instrumental" 6:48, "See There a Man Is Born" / "Clear White Circles" 5:58, This page was last edited on 2 February 2023, at 04:44. Record Collector's reviewer writes that "today, free from the irrelevant context of misdiagnosis and derision that dogged it on its original release, the album sounds like nothing less than an Olympian feat of composition and musicianship. Thick As A Brick. Despair why cant society make allowance for, both, do-ers and thinkers? When you lose the will to judge yourself, youve lost the battle for balance and get sucked down the moral whirlpool. A subscription makes a thoughtful gift for both family and friends. Heres how it works. The year 1971 was a momentous one for prog rock. He also comments on Free Will vs. God-driven pre-destiny by likening Life to a stage upon which the sole actor (you, me, us) goes out onto without a script and has to improvise. And you wonder who to call on. this can result in this site earning a commission. The tidal destruction The moral melee. The 40th anniversary boxed version contains most of the content from the original newspaper. [75], While TAAB 2 was a follow-up about Gerald Bostock, the 2014 Ian Anderson solo album Homo Erraticus was presented as a follow-up work by Gerald Bostock. This topic is too deep for them. The wise men endorse my vision. the fool with the hour-glass is cooking his goose and, The Grim Reaper, marking your time, hasnt figured out that you can outlive your life (by breaking the cycle of society). Visit our corporate site (opens in new tab). Fourth album Aqualung, released in March 71, was a miasmic mix of folk, jazz and rock, wherein leader Ian Anderson vocalised all manner of thoughts on religion, consumerism and global poverty. Malcolm Dome had an illustrious and celebrated career which stretched back to working forRecord Mirrormagazine in the late 70s andMetal Furyin the early 80s before joiningKerrang! But skimming the cream from a three-quarter-hour masterwork was never going to be easy. When Ian claims that these lyrics dont make a whole lot of sense, hes obviously commenting on the fact that he didnt try to keep to a single coherent story line. Bostock then created lyrics based on Parritt's writings, while Anderson set them to music. Lets just start right off with an insult. Ian feels that basic religion is good, but that abuse of Religion leads to many of the evils in our society. Yet, the father, the one who should be teaching the child to stand on his own, who should be stirring the pot and making sure that it cooks evenly, is effectively missing. Put your stake in the ground and resist! In TAAB and Roots to Branches, Ian examines how society and organized religion spread (by imprinting children before they become old enough to think for themselves). And we went in and recorded it, literally in a few days. Of course, you can then suspend disbelief and just go with it. Dont start telling me something that I know full well, because I wrote it to be like that. Are you going to fall into the rut, or are you going to think outside of the box? And all the promises they made are ground beneath the sadists fall. [33] In August 2014, Anderson released the CD/DVD/Blu-ray Thick as a Brick Live in Iceland. Perhaps this isnt too surprising when you consider that the album reached Number One in the US when released in May 1972 (it hit Number Five in the UK). 1972. Use the pen and the mind or use the sword and brawn. Cover Story: Jethro Tull - Broadsword And The Beast. What do you do when 4. They nicknamed him Little Milton because of his poetic and literary prowess. You can see this belief expressed throughout Aqualung, e.g. and you shake your head Even the good people (the artists, the intelligencia) end up taking sides and resorting to physical violence, in the end. The poet has just finished a masterpiece, whereas the soldier is frothed up and ready to begin the slaughter again. And if you dont get the joke, fuck off! Believe it or not, I just perused this thing for the first time today. Come all ye young men who are building castles! It's obviously loaded with inside Tull jokes. It was released in March 1972. [23] While some of the pieces were obviously silly, such as "Magistrate Fines himself", there was a lengthy story entitled "Do Not See Me Rabbit" about a pilot in the Battle of Britain being shot down by a Messerschmitt Bf 109. [22] The band's record company, Chrysalis Records, complained that the sleeve would be too expensive to produce, but Anderson countered that if a real newspaper could be produced, a parody of one would also be practical. This is the sign of our times. I like it! from the pan under your bed. We set out to make the mother of all concept records, as I stated earlier, and if thats the way people see the album after all these years, then we achieved the ambition. Why is it that our ancestors insist that their dogma is Truth? Concepta albums were all the rage back then and this one features a single track 43 minutes long. They turn away and show their ignorance (in the childish act of breaking wind (farting)) and then run away. Youre responsible for that.. Thick as a Brick Infobox Album Name = Thick as a Brick Type = Album Artist = Jethro Tull Released = March 3, 1972 (UK) May 10, 1972 (US) Recorded = December 1971 at Morgan Studios, London Genre = Progressive rock Length = 43:50 (22:45 LP side 1; 21:05 LP side 2) Label = Island Records (Original UK) Reprise (original US) , , 9 spotlight, , 6 activity book, - , 2 2100, 6 , 6 , 3 3 , a aa a, a 11 a , , , 10-11 , a 9 a new millennium, , 8 , 7 2006, , , , 10 2008 2008 2008, 7 , , aaa a, 10 a a aa, 8 , 2009 7 , 9 , 2 , 9 , 7 . , , .. Theres a load lifted from his shoulders with the discovery of his disease. The two sides of the album are a continuous piece of music. The live show promoting the album included the playing of the full suite, with various comic interludes. album. Barrie Barriemore Barlow replaced the bands previous drummerClive Bunker on this album. So, after this whole scenario, I thought, OK, well not only now do a real concept album, but were going to make it the mother of all concept albums!.. Get the best deals on Jethro Tull Thick As A Brick Lp when you shop the largest online selection at eBay.com. Boy to man and beyond, it looks at what might have befallen the child poet Gerald Bostock in later life. When I wrote Thick As A Brick I tried to approach it in a humorous and satirical way, Anderson says. The album, however, made No.5 in the UK, while over in the US it topped the Billboard chart for two weeks. [34] The concert was recorded in Reykjavk, Iceland, on 22 June 2012, and featured complete Thick as a Brick and Thick as a Brick 2 performances by the Ian Anderson Touring Band. But there are a few missing members of the original album, namely Jethro Tull. Going further, the reviewer stated: "Martin Barre's guitar and John Evan's keyboards especially shine, and Ian's singing is no longer abrasive. Right from the beginning, society imprints Jack as being a man, a son who will fight for Right (no explanation of what that is). [8] Unlike previous albums, where Anderson had generally written songs in advance, only the initial section of the album had been worked out when the band went into the studio. Whether or not Thick As A Brick is an isolated experiment, it is nice to know that someone in rock has ambitions beyond the four- or five-minute conventional track, and has the intelligence to carry out his intentions, in all their intricacy, with considerable grace. I must admit to being a little surprised that we got to the top of the charts over there, says Anderson. Almost of equal importance was the cover, which was in effect a 16-page newspaper called The St. Cleve Chronicle & Linwall Advertiser, which was a spoof of the sort of local newspapers prevalent around the UK at the time. [32], Anderson performed the entire album live on tour in 2012, the first complete performances since the original tour. I was actually mildly irritated and wryly amused. [19] Parts of the suite blend classical and folk music into the typical rock music framework. [8] The final work spanned the entire length of an LP record, split over two sides. Some of the pieces were obviously silly, such as Magistrate Fines himself, but there was also lengthy story entitled Do Not See Me Rabbit about a pilot in theBattle of Britainbeing shot down by aMesserschmitt Bf 109. He says: You (society, et al) are driven by lust. The original phrase is snap to attention. God I miss covers like this. It is just fine. The whole idea happened very quickly. It is regarded as a classic of progressive rock. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Yet, the setting sun illuminates more brightly the war-mongers they were swept away, but theyre returning again (from the sea). It just denounces the abuse of these concepts). Note the usual craftsmanship in Ians choice of words the word elastic describes the motion of the waves, yet at the same time alludes to the malleable (plastic/elastic) nature of fickle morals and religious beliefs. . My mother took my copy of the lp because of the girl lifting her dress. Aqualung (1971) was a classic of 1970s British rock. You put your bet on number one and it comes up every time. Other clients include Word magazine, Record Collector, The Guardian, Sunday Times, The Telegraph and When Saturday Comes. Keyboardist John O'Hare and bassist David . I drew upon my own childhood and my own early experiences for ideas for sections within the overall work. He drops his guard and gets sucked into becoming a part of the Establishment. In 1972, Jethro Tull released the instant classic, Thick As A Brick. M9B 5Z8. C hord U. . It leaves room for the existence of God and religion. So is Thick As A Brick a song, or an album? "[74], The follow-up album was released on 2 April 2012. Also appears twice a week on Rileys BBC6 radio show, rifling through old copies of the NME and Melody Maker in the Parallel Universe slot. If my snapshot leads you to new interpretations of this piece or parts of it, Ill be ecstatic. The latest moral sandcastle has just been swept away. Sarcasm. Ian claims that a personified God doesnt exist. [12] The lyrics were written first, with the music constructed to fit around them. Listen to Thick As A Brick (25th Anniversary Edition) [1997 Remaster] by Jethro Tull on Apple Music. Thick As A Brick (Part 1) [Side 1] - 22:39 minutes 2. And the poet sheaths his pen while the soldier lifts his sword. I get this impression because of the music associated with the Spin me back verse I perceive it as a bit laid-back, floating (echo-y) and a segue to the next section of music. Let me sing of the losers who lie in the street as the last bus goes by. Jethro Tull's frontman and songwriter Ian Anderson was surprised when critics called the band's previous album, Aqualung (1971), a "concept album". Sarcasm: it must be because theyre busy. REPRISE. The Master, father, who should be at home tending matters doing the thinking and teaching has gone off somewhere. And the poet lifts his pen while the soldier sheaths his sword. The album was the band's first to include drummer Barrie "Barriemore" Barlow, replacing the band's previous drummer Clive Bunker. writing up their memoirs for a paper-back edition of the Boy Scout Manual. The following is a discourse between John and his father. But, believe in what I say. My words but a whisper - your deafness a SHOUT. It is a relief to him that he doesnt have to be an activist for all of his life, that his ideas are being accepted without struggle. Fortunately Roy Eldridge, our A&R man at the label [Chrysalis], had worked as a journalist on local papers prior to joining the company. Youre unaware that your doings arent done. the moral melee. The album opens up to become a 12 page newspaper, later versions left out the fold out newspaper. But skimming the cream from a three-quarter-hour masterwork was never going to be easy. Kindly state the time of the year and join your voices in a hellish chorus. Monty Python lampooned the British way of life, says Anderson. [53] Rolling Stone listed the album at number 7 in their "Top 50 Prog Albums of All Time". I wonder if Ian regrets writing this line, now that hes 50? We stopped trying to be the next Fleetwood Mac or Chicken Shack in other words, derivative of Elmore James and began to take on board so many diverse musical ideas. Thick as a Brick is the fifth studio album by the rock band Jethro Tull. The two sides of the album are a continuous piece of music. Just to prove it, heres a question which they cant possibly answer what does it feel like to be stupid? I.e. As a child, I was a bit of a rebel. We were like Vikings! Future Publishing Limited Quay House, The Ambury, History repeats itself. Privately, we all saw the silly side, we were like John Cleese in a bowler hat lampooning the bureaucrats, while revelling in it.. Where the hell was Biggles when you needed him last Saturday? [4], Anderson has also said that "the album was a spoof to the albums of Yes and Emerson, Lake & Palmer, much like what the movie Airplane! He used to feel love, but thankfully, hes rid himself of any sense of conscience. Should we dogmatically carry these concepts on into our adulthood? Unfortunately, all of them wore the same hair (long), the same uniform (jeans) and they all refused to fall into the Establishment line. Ian says: I have written off all of the elders. Father to John: Bread and water is good for you. The rest of the band got the chance to step outside of their dapper personae. The poem is actually published on page 7 of the album cover, as are all of the lyrics, in the form of mock editorial content, throughout the ingenious cover. All lyrics are written by "Gerald Bostock" (Ian Anderson); all music is composed by Anderson. The very reason why I hate Cds. However, the album did get some cultural recognition in the States when it was featured in an episode of The Simpsons. England and Wales company registration number 2008885. He had intended to rebel against society. Believe in the day! The album was recorded in late 1971 and features music composed by Ian Anderson and arranged with the contribution of all band members. Parritt was convinced he lived past lives as historical characters, and wrote detailed accounts of these lives in his work; he also wrote of fantasy imaginings of lives yet to come. But, when I got the chance to interview Harry for a US TV show, he denied ever hearing Thick As A Brick. [7], The group ran through two weeks of rehearsals using the Rolling Stones' basement studio in Bermondsey. Part 1: In the opening section, the narrator seems to suggest that he's wasting his breath, and that none of what he is about to say will be heeded. Jack floats back through time. And you laugh most ruthlessly as you tell us what not to be. I dont actually think that an artist, e.g. Heres how it works. Make your will and testament. In 1971, Jethro Tulls Ian Anderson set out with tongue-in-cheek to make the mother of all concept albums. And the oldest of the family is moving with authority. Yet there are so many weird time changes and musical innovations on the album. The innocent young master thoughts moving ever faster The goal with this project was to create a "studio accurate" cover, playing the original drum parts. Being young, he still thinks that he can beat the system and repeatedly challenges the tide (of society) to break down his strong will. They fell into line, but instead of snapping, they slouched in unison. [15][16], Thick as a Brick was viewed by some critics as Jethro Tull's first progressive rock album. But Jethro Tull mainman Ian Anderson believes theres a common thread. Johns disease is that he wants peace, he wants to fight the Establishment. However, we can reveal that the poem itself does draw from the mans childhood. tootull, Mar 31, 2008 #6 mrbillswildride Internet Asylum Escapee 2010, 2012, 2014 Location: *non-valid location removed* FredCamp said: to sing in the rain. Thick as a Brick is considered by critics to be the first Jethro Tull release to entirely consist of progressive rock music. We will be geared to the average rather than the exceptional. 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[10], Recording started in December 1971 at Morgan Studios, London. the wise man breaks wind and is gone while. Let me help you pick up your dead as the sins of the father are fed Ian describes societys fickle virtues and morals by likening them to sand-castles they easily crumble whenever a new fad (wave) hits. Thick as a Brick is the fifth studio album by the English band Jethro Tull, released in 1972.The album is notable for only including one song, which spans the entire album. Hes following his own life-line to see where he became brain-washed. Thick As A Brick came about following the release of Tull's immensely successful previous album, Aqualung.Upon its release, the latter was regarded as a concept album in the music press . With their jock-straps pinching, they slouch to attention. For the 50th anniversary, a new vinyl pressing of the Wilson remix, mastered at half speed, was released with the original newspaper cover. What are you going to do/be when Judgement is upon you? In fact, it was just about the most elaborate presentation of an album I have ever seen. by Bruce Eder. [46], Contemporary reviews were mixed. How does Anderson react to the fact that Thick As A Brick is frequently cited as the ultimate prog rock album? Thick as a brick is a concept album that builds with very good vocal performance by Ian Anderson, very strong acoustic parts and excellent drumming by Barriemore Barlow, replacing Clive Bunker. TAAB is just another 60s protest song (albeit, masterfully done). And so you finally ask yourself just how big you are The cattle quietly grazing at the grass down by the river All rights reserved. Most of the characters in the newspaper were members of the band, their management, road crew, or colleagues. For more classic Tull, then click on the link below. Definitions by the largest Idiom Dictionary. You who are still building and toying with moral virtues (sand castles) which havent yet been torn down by the tides of societal pressure.. teach it to be a wise man There was an almost Monty Pythonesque idea in my head of this pastiche approach to creating this idea the mother of all concept albums, as Ive come to call it. In the end, only one wins out, and as the sun sets, we see that the victor is the Mercenary (the doer) the Mercenarys, not the Thinkers, creed is illuminated for all to see and to follow. [18] Anderson later said that the lyrics were partly derived from his own childhood experiences, though the overall theme was Bostock's attempt to make sense of life from his point of view. Its now time to think for yourself. And the sand castle virtues are all swept away In . Jethro Tull Thick As A Brick Album Gatefold 12 Page Newspaper Inset CHR 1003. Right off the bat, Ian dismisses the whole bunch of them, the Elders he presumes that they wont listen to what hes got to say. My explanation of what I think about TAAB is but a snapshot of my state of mind, when stimulated by the music and lyrics of TAAB at this time. The other kids have all backed down and they put you first in line. The elastic retreat rings the close of the play The elastic retreat rings the close of play as the last wave uncovers The newfangled way. Come on ye childhood heroes! with the blood of the fools and 50 years after Jethro Tull released Thick As A Brick, the album is still revered as one of rock's and progressive rock's most pioneering titles.It featured a rock first: one continuous song on both sides. Your mileage may vary. I will have a different snapshot a few weeks from now. the old mans gone do you want to be him? a new moral/religious fad) quickly becomes dull and worn, just like a suntan which looks good on you, but only for a short while. Ill judge you all and make damn sure that no-one judges me. [22], Composer Richard Harvey has covered Thick as a Brick in the special compilation The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Plays Prog Rock Classics. In 1972 Jethro Tull released a parody concept album Thick As A Brick. If you dont think for yourself, then that just might happen youll let politicians/clergy with hollow promises make your decisions for you. The child has chosen brain over brawn, which infuriates the father (a good citizen, having come back from the sea with the military). And the sand-castle virtues are all swept away In the tidal destruction the moral melee The elastic retreat rings the close of play As the last wave uncovers the new-fangled way. Paul Tarvydas, 1997 [6] Some parts were recorded in a single take with every member having an input, including significant contributions from keyboardist John Evan. I disagree with others (including Ian) who have postulated that this insult is aimed at the concert audience members who cant sit through a performance of quiet songs. "Interview with Jethro Tull" (Ian Anderson, "Thick as a Brick, Part I" (5.1 Surround Mix), "Thick as a Brick, Part II" (5.1 Surround Mix), "Thick as a Brick, Part I" (2012 Stereo Mix), "Thick as a Brick, Part II" (2012 Stereo Mix), "Thick as a Brick, Part I" (Original Stereo Mix), "Thick as a Brick, Part II" (Original Stereo Mix), "Really Don't Mind" / "See There a Son Is Born" 5:00, "What Do You Do When the Old Man's Gone?" and take your place in a wiser world of bigger motor cars. Then the guys would dutifully grapple with it and wed try to recap on what we did yesterday and the day before. The Hippies, thinking that they were anti-Establishment and Individualists, slouched to show their disdain for the Establishment. subscribe Its okay for me to say those things about my own work, Anderson reasons, but I dont think its too cool if somebody else tries to do it, because Im already well aware of it. and the hour of judgement draweth near. 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