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Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson - Thick As A Brick Live In Iceland
Jethro Tull's famous concept album "Thick As A Brick" was originally released in 1972 and featured one continuous track spread across two sides of an LP telling the story of a young boy called Gerald Bostock. 40 years later in 2012, Jethro Tull's founder and leader Ian Anderson created "Thick As A Brick 2: Whatever Happened To Gerald Bostock?". Following this release Ian Anderson took both albums on the road to perform the complete story of Gerald Bostock and this concert from the tour was filmed in Iceland. The show combines music, video screens and mime to bring Gerald s tale to life.
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Plot Summary
This concert film captures Ian Anderson, the mastermind behind Jethro Tull, performing the entirety of the band's iconic 1972 album 'Thick as a Brick' live in Iceland. The performance is augmented with additional Jethro Tull material, offering a comprehensive look at Anderson's enduring musical legacy. The production features a dynamic stage show and showcases the complex musicianship that defined the progressive rock era.
Critical Reception
As a live recording of a classic album, 'Thick As A Brick Live In Iceland' generally appeals to long-time fans of Jethro Tull and Ian Anderson's solo work. Critics and audiences often praise Anderson's continued virtuosic performance and the faithful rendition of the original material, while some note the inherent challenges of replicating such a seminal and intricate album live.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated by fans for its faithful rendition of a classic progressive rock album.
Praises Ian Anderson's continued skill and performance on stage.
The live setting brings a new energy to the intricate compositions.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the powerful performance by Ian Anderson and the band, noting the nostalgic appeal of hearing 'Thick as a Brick' performed live. Many viewers express satisfaction with the high-quality production and the band's ability to recreate the album's complex soundscapes.
Fun Fact
The original 'Thick as a Brick' album was conceived as a parody of the progressive rock genre, complete with a fictional newspaper detailing the fabricated story of a child poet named Gerald Bostock, whose poem formed the album's lyrics.
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