Jethro Tull - My God Nothing Is Easy - Live Isle Of White

[@dunringill1747]

Ian Anderson had only been teaching himself the flute for about 2 years at this point in 1970. Keep in mind that not only was he practicing the flute, but he also practiced on other instruments (multi-instrumentalist) as well as writing his music. This was Glenn Cornick's last tour as the band's bassist (1967 - 1970). His drug usage had been bothering Ian and he was subsequently let go when the tour ended. Clive Bunker (1967 - 1971) is my second favorite drummer for the band. He had left in '71 to get married and spend time with his wife. Martin Barre is my favorite guitarist for Tull. He had joined in 1969 (replacing Mick Abrahams [1967 - 1968] ). Barre stayed with the band until 2011 when Jethro Tull disbanded. Outside of Ian, Barre has the longest tenure with Jethro Tull. Ian was releasing solo work until 2017, when he reformed Jethro Tull with new band members.

[@LoSconosciuto57179]

Favorite band of my youth: I've been following them since I was fourteen in the early 70's. I remember going crazy because I couldn't find long-playing in any store because it was sold out everywhere in my city. This video is fantastic, unique! Happy Holidays from Milan, Italy

[@emilymartinez6961]

Saw him do this back in 72'@ the old Long Beach Arena, Calif. I was in my teens, great show 🥰🤘🎶

[@stevedotwood]

Amazing. I watched this at least 20 times throughout the years, and it still excites me. Btw, he's an excellent acoustic guitar player. He has these beautiful signature embellishments, so typical of him.

[@clairwalshe9468]

I love this band; this is my favourite live performance, the year I was born. he is a vocal perfectionist.

[@LJA46]

It's so refreshing to see someone who understands and appreciates the immense talent of Ian Anderson and Jethro Tull. I've seen them once, in 1980 and it was so fantastic!

[@sammybeck7794]

Funny story.... through the years as his daughter was growing up she decided that she would learn the flute to follow in her father's footsteps. Fast forward she was schooled in composition and became a really good flute player. One day she told her dad that he wasn't holding his flute properly and certain things he was doing on the flute was unorthodox. His response to her was.....NAW! He was after all self taught.

[@lepetitoiseau]

This is a fabulous performance 🔥🔥🔥,My God is masterful piece !! You should really hear the whole Aqualung album!!! You will not regret it !!!! It's a transverse flute, it plays, breathes, growls and sings through what gives sounds like a digeridoo. What a joy to see your enthousiasm listen to Jethro Tull!!!

[@paulpalmer4385]

I never tire of watching the reactions to this performance. Thanks for finding it.

[@bishopswoodcrafts]

me too.😁 Have seen them live 35+ times since '72 and love seeing young people's reactions to Anderson's live performances.

[@olafsrensen9578]

me too!!

[@melissakhalar1842]

Now the studio version of this masterpiece is a must hear. As well as the whole Aqualung album . You will love it.

[@andremartin5446]

Nothing excites me more than watching someone discover a song from Jethro Tull I've heard a thousand times over my lifetime, for the first time like you are doing! Keep going brother, I suggest A Passion Play next (45 minute song), or Baker Street Muse (17 minutes)!!

[@laurawatters914]

Brings me back to my crazy highschool days, i was a hippie in those days. I love Jethro Tull and Ian Anderson such a unique front man!! Who would of thought a flute or clarinet in Rock? It does remind me "Lord Of The Rings" would of loved to see this performance in person! Do da do da days lol!! Very theatric it reminds me The Piped Piper. Definitely 🔥as always! Awesome reaction Rory as always, your the Best!! Thank You Andy for this awesome request! 😊💓🤘✌️

[@fords_nothere_100]

Great performance! But note this clip does not include the song Nothing is Easy.

[@paulpalmer873]

I watch this just to see the faces of the presenters

[@corawheeler9355]

It's a flute, and he taught himself to play it, picking it up about 2 years before this concert.

[@nancymjohnson]

One of the best live recordings ever. On the disc, he had to change lyric from Catholic to “you know who” Freedom of speech…?

[@genestippell1833]

Of all the flamboyant, even crazy, frontmen of that era, Ian was 100% anti-drug. His on stage persona was his alter ego. After aqualung when he earned some big money, he goes out and buys a fish farm in scotland and becomes businessman of the year. He was a hands on owner with his wife and it was like a regular job, raising and selling salmon worldwide... probably as far away as you could get from being one of the biggest rock stars on the planet. Very interesting character was mr. Anderson.

[@BlessedRelief]

Yess Rory. Cheers bro. Andy 👍👊

[@RichieG]

Yes! Ian Anderson is literally mythical.

[@hectorsmommy1717]

I have heard Ian Anderson described as a Shaman leading his acolytes through a religious experience. I believe it. His theatricality is intended to reach individuals while still leading the group.

[@obiwanbenobi4943]

His phrasing when he sings is so interesting. Like Geddy's earlier singing. Elemental Fey, Imp, Entertainer. :)

[@hollysmith9979]

He's very animated with his performance.....I wonder did he do any acting?

[@Owlstretchingtime78]

It's a flute mate. Always a flute!

[@laurawatters914]

Hi Nala!! 🤗🐕💓 She is getting so big!

[@Roryreacts]

Yeah and she’s still a big baby 😂

[@laurawatters914]

@@Roryreacts she will always be your big baby! 🤗🐕💓🤘✌️

[@jeanplouffe7385]

Frank zappa respected this Guy

[@johnforde7735]

It's the Isle of Wight (not White).

[@darrencooke4207]

Being a Brit, surely you know it's spelt The Isle of Wight.

[@Roryreacts]

I’m English, we ig’nant

[@thomasvieth578]

Traverse flute