This is the song that introduced me to Tull, say around 1975-76. I had heard BUNGLE IN THE JUNGLE a few years earlier but never heard the band name until this one. The whole album is a treasure of great music.

This album is in my top favorite Tull albums so hoping you'll listen to more of it. It's so distinct in its modern medieval-ness. And it's perfect in Autumn weather. A Cold Wind to Valhalla, Black Satin Dancer and Baker St. Muse are standouts, but the whole album is a standout. Heavy rockers and exquisite softer songs throughput.

Barriemore Barlow was very highly respected in the ‘70 and deserves a ton of respect. John Bonham said that he was "the greatest rock drummer England ever produced". Jimmy Page and Plant considered him as one the the possible drummers to replace Bonham, but they ended up disbanding Led Zeppelin instead. He is certainly in the short list of top prog drummers from that era, with Bruford, Palmer, Collins, Bozzio.

Glad you did the studio recording instead of the live version. The live version is awesome, with Jeffrey Hammond in a striped outfit that camoflages his guitar, and Ian in a 16th century outfit with tights and a codpiece. But, the live version is cut horribly with half the song missing. So, now that you've heard the complete recording, you can watch the edited live version just to see their get-ups.

The drummer during this period, Barriemore Barlow, is a beast. You should listen to more of his stuff.

Forgotten how good this is.

You can tell once Martin's guitar chime in, you're in for a world of chaos.

Jethro takes one to places never expected. The whole album is cool. One White Duck is a deep cut that I love.

Love this album, the sound, the style, the vibe. For me Minstrel, Songs from the Wood, Heavy Horses are a trilogy of genius works.

I've been lucky enough to see them live 12 times. I will miss going to Jethro Tull concerts!

An album that evokes the very best of party life in the 70's... Amazing album really...One take, no edits...pppffff....Damn it.

The quickest way to make it into my “good books” play JT. This is a great album… one of many truly..

Love this album! Saw JT in high school and a few times since! Awesome live!

Yeah, that live version is awesome. But I do love the studio version too. Thanks for digging into Tull and Ian Anderson.

I NEVER get tired of the entire 8 minutes of this song. Everything is top level, but Barrimore's cutlery percussion at 9:35 is a happy place for me.

May I also add that it's not just Ian Anderson that makes Jethro Tull great. All the band are fabulous and excellent musicians.

So glad you did this . One of my fav albums from them.

There is no one like Gentle Giant, but Jethro Tull are as challenging, entertaining and talented. Ah, the joys of my youth! ❤

Thanks that was fun! Haven't heard that Version for a while.

Of all the bands that I saw in the U.K. in the late 60's early 70's, Jethro Tull stands out as being the most visually & musically exciting performers I saw.

Barriemore Barlow is one of the best drummers. Dark Ages is a sick song in a similar style to Minstrel in the Gallery where he goes crazy.

There's no mistaking Jethro Tull! Such an awesome band!

They had a great run from Aqualung, Thick as a Brick, Passion Play, Warchild and this, awesome musical talent and captivating music. Immerse yourself ❤🎉🎉

Saw Jethro Tull many moons ago in Newcastle [Uk]. 2 hours of pure energy, entertainment and superb music.

Martin Barre came up with a unique electric guitar section. Medieval head-banging. Barlow is also superb.

When Ian says "and he called the band down to the stage" the electric section starts.

A unique blend of so many musical styles. Ear candy!

They always give you your 1`st hit for free.

Barry Barlow totally KILLS IT !!!

Saw two of Tull's Minstrel tour shows in September 1975, awesome shows. They differed from 2 previous tours - Passion Play and Thick as a Brick which were concept albums that were played straight thru with a short filmed interlude. 10:24

YES! Now you have to do the live version.

This is my favorite Tull album. Anderson had just broken up with his wife at the time, so the album has a bit more wistfulness and melancholy to it than is usual. It's a nice flavor of Tull.

The live version of this song off Bursting Out (1977) is a little faster and for me a better feel. Makes it more obvious that Barimore's bits are the forerunners of a modern blast beat. All rock drummers should know this song and Hunting Girl, for their contributions to rock drumming. 🤟🧙‍♂️🤟 Rich the Ancient Metal Beast

Love this song! Love the studio version.

The next song is "The Cold Wind to Valhalla." One of JT's greats.

Live off bursting out rocks

Barlow was one of the best drummers in Progrock, amazing

THE best Progressive-folk album ever made !!! Only my opinion of course , but the album starts with this , and concludes with the epic suite Baker St Muse/ Grace. And loads of scrummy yumminess in between such as Cold wind to Valhalla , and Black Satin Dancer. I rest my case your honour. A million listens later ( give or take ) , I don't see myself changing my verdict ! 😍

Lee: Isn't this a great 3 part Tull classic? Part 1 is the minstrel music, glorious in its start-stop timing of the vocal phrases that the acoustic guitar, other stringed instruments (maybe you're right about the lute?) and the flute weave medieval magic to candlelight dancing shadows. Then Martin's blazing electric entry (he's a co-writer here with Ian!) to which Jeffrey Hammond-Hammond on bass and the amazing Barriemore Barlowe add even more firepower and we have the oddest proggiest Tull metallic sounds to date! Try counting thru this section if you don't agree. When the cowbell signals the 3rd part, I think the heavy rock is over at first, until the verses are distilled to 2 chord distortion slashes that are just.... righteous! Perfect metal, perfect sparse beat interspiced with wicked drum fills. A masterpiece for Martin and Barlowe, who John Bonham famously pronounced "the greatest rock drummer England ever produced." Love your reaction, and hey - side 2 of this album has a 16 minute epic you should check out.

BarrieFreakin’more Barlow on drums. Hell yeah!!!!

My holy trinity of 70s prog rock bands with hella albums is Yes, Jethro Tull and Van der Graaf Generator. those bands are like years of my life.

Thick as à brick le chef d'œuvre de Jethro tull

Tull with Ian Anderson leading the way we’re as good as it gets in rock, blues, or whatever they have done from original recording to live performances!Try reacting to songs such as Teacher, MGod, Hunting Girl, and Cold Wind to Valhalla, to name a few.

Among my favorite Jethro Tull albums!!

JT. Una de las mejores bandas que disfrutamos desde hace mucho tiempo. JT love sólo flute en Tampa quisiera que reaccionaras a ésta obra maestra.

Barrie Barlow went on to play with Yngwie Malmsteen after Tull. Incredible drummer. Incredible band. Do yourself a favor and watch this live Paris 75.

The live versions with sound, almost always have crap sound. But the live album version (starting in the early 70's) are usually comparable to studio quality sound. They were often overdubbed in the studio to clean things up in post, but most still manage to convey the live feel and excitement. I highly recommend the live Tull album Bursting Out. It captures them at a very good period in their history and has great sound and excellent song selection.

JT live were awesome but so is Martin Barre solo. I saw him a couple of years ago in a tiny pub near me and he blew the roof off.

You have to listen to Thick as a Brick. Barriemore Barlow’s first album with Tull and I was totally amazed by his drumming on this album. You will be amazed as well especially because you’re a drummer as. well

The biggest problem with live Tull is that Ian Anderson can't play guitar and flute at the same time.

Peaks in Tull's career: Aqualung, followed by the one-two punch of their prog masterpieces: Thick as a Brick and A Passion Play (for when you're ready to take a trip like you did with Topographic Oceans); and their Celtic Trilogy: Songs From The Wood, Heavy Horses and Stormwatch. What's great is you can find gems on all remaining albums they did from 1968 to 1982 like you just did.

Probably saw Tull 30 times before 87, a few after. This, TAAB and the second side of Aqualung are genius.

Hang on! I'm trying a new angle here? Here I am, thinking this was (pun not entirely intended, but fits nicely) that this was all about music and not about looks. A Zappa song comes to mind... Something about a punk and whips

“He’s good dude.” Martin is touring Medieval…. Your going to love Songs From the Wood.

Sounds like you'd like "My God" from the Aqualung album. Check it out if you're unfamiliar.

Great one,Lee! If you like the medieval type stuff-- check into the 'Songs From The Wood' album. Ian & the guys at their olde English best! Cheers, T

Try Cold Wind to Valhalla from this album.

If you wish, have a listen to "Baker Street Muse" off this same album. You'll have a 15-minutes compressed taste of the progressive side of Jethro Tull, instead of having to listen to the 45-minutes long Thick as a Brick or A Passion Play.

Come on! Something to mentally chew on during a heavy period😅

Basically, you are of course right that studio versions of songs have more “fine-finishing”. But there are exceptions... e.g. "Close to the Edge". If I have the choice, I much prefer listening to the live album "Yessongs" (despite the poorer sound quality). kzfaq.info/get/bejne/kMmbgMqVsb_OdJc.html than from the studio album. There's also a slightly weird live video of it kzfaq.info/get/bejne/eMl0iJCnztLLmZc.html but I prefer the album. Sorry, I missed the topic ;-)