Drummer reacts to "Minstrel in the Gallery" by Jethro Tull (FULL ALBUM REACTION) *Side 1*

[@holysmokes5817]

A wonderful experiment. One take, no edits... Ian Anderson, amazing guy...Self taught Classical Guitar and Flute. One of a kind.

[@ZalMoxis]

Barriemore Barlow was a monster drummer from that Tull lineup.

[@SeeThisFish]

For future reference, Jeffery Hammond-Hammond replaced original bassist Glenn Cornick on 1971's Aqualung, where he was paired with original drummer Clive Bunker. Barriemore Barlow replaced Bunker one album later, so Thick as a Brick, A Passion Play, Warchild and Minstrel all feature the Hammond/Barlow duo. John Glascock replaced Jeffery in 1976, and Too Old to Rock and Roll, Songs from the Wood, Heavy Horses, and Bursting Out (live) feature the Glascock/Barlow duo. Stormwatch in 1979 also features Barlow on drums and Glascock on a few of the songs, but Glascock's death resulted in Ian Anderson finishing the majority of the Stormwatch bass parts himself. In 1980, the entirely new rhythm section of Dave Pegg and Mark Craney took over, although Craney would be replaced one album later by Gerry Conway.

[@L33Reacts]

Thank you so much for the info. There are so many bands to Remember then band members then songs... it's a lot. Thank you for being graceful and informative. You rock.

[@ericaward702]

❤

[@markoliver630]

Sorry forgot to mention the live version on Bursting Out is outstanding.

[@P.Galore]

My favorite Tull album by far.....brilliant lyrics and musicianship.

[@RichieG]

So many great Tull albums

[@nyrocks5580]

Top 5 Tull album for me. Flippin' great.

[@MattJaissleFilms]

This & A Passion Play are two of my favorite lesser played Tull Albums

[@L33Reacts]

I'm definitely gonna do passion play. I've been getting sooo many requests for it lol

[@AirDOGGe]

This album was my introduction to Tull in the mid 1970s. The station played the first track and I was hooked. Up until then the only song I had heard from them was Bungle In The Jungle on FM radio. This entire album is a hidden treasure, every track a priceless gem. BAKER STREET MUSE (side 2) is one of their very best efforts. Enjoy!

[@L33Reacts]

I was floored at the end of baker st. I didn't know what to say almost... it was just something you bask in while it lasts and relay it back later. So damn powerful.

[@AirDOGGe]

@L33Reacts And it's one of those kind of complex tracks that just gets more and more enjoyable the more you listen to it and memorize the sections. I envy you right now just beginning that journey..

[@Ferretbomber]

This is such a tremendous album, one of my faves. It was recorded in a short break in their 'Warchild Tour' and they just added the new material to their set-list when they picked up touring again. That is part of the feel of it, it's very responsive to what they were going through on tour, in real life, dealing with having become one of the biggest bands in the world and all the adulation and scrutiny that brings. Ian's marriage was falling apart, so there are songs and content on this album that are more overtly personal - if not still a bit convoluted - than on previous albums, such as One White Duck, etc. The final song on the album, Baker Street Muse, is easily one of my favorite songs of all time. Thanks very much for reacting to this whole album, it's a treasure.

[@L33Reacts]

Baker st muse was absolutely awesome. The way they brought it all together at the end was INSANE lol. I love these guys. I am full on Tull head now haha Thanks for watching bro!! I appreciate it.

[@gregjones861]

Oh, the absolute BEST part of my Thanksgiving day! I woke up groggy, snarling at the world and irritated by life itself - God have mercy! And in His infinte wisdom He sends an ultimate comfort and treat - You, L33, listening to a Tull album, one of their best, with completely undivided attention - and the band played on! Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I hope side 2 is arriving soon. But I shall receive gratefully the massive improvement in mood this gift has brought me and count my blessings. If I am to wait, well, it will be that much sweeter on arrival! God bless you Lee!

[@L33Reacts]

Hahaha Greg your funny bro. Glad I could help your morning out a tad :) happy Thanksgiving my friend.

[@FireMunki63]

My favourite progression of Tull albums is Minstrel in the Gallery(75) > Too Old to Rock n Roll Too Young to Die (76) > Songs from the Wood(77) > Heavy Horses (78). I like all Tull but these 4 one after the other show a vein of superb imaginative songwriting that really hits home with me.

[@josephnaja]

I agree bro 🌴🌴

[@meistergedanken4790]

Black Satin Dancer: "Where have I heard that bass line before?" I'll tell you where: Chicago's "25 or 6 to 4"!

[@L33Reacts]

Is it really?? Someone else said stairway to heaven or something. Maybe it's both lol

[@corawheeler9355]

@@L33Reacts I'm chuckling .... Many say that the cord progression in Hotel California was lifted from Tull's 'We Used To Know'. Anderson has said that there is a limited number of cord progressions and you're going to run into similarities eventually.

[@carlandersson7870]

Great choice for an album reaction! 👏 this album has so much variety and is definitely among their best. As usual I like you talks, and it's obvious you're geniune, man 🤙 you're like my new favorite youtuber. I'd help a brother out and donate if I wasn't broke myself 😓 Eager to hear your final thoughts in the next part!

[@skunkworksu7638]

Thanks bro . My second son's name is Jethro. Tull and Yes have been the biggest musical influence since I was 13. Hitting 50 soon. Prog on. Passion Play next😁👍

[@L33Reacts]

That's a great name!! It's so mysterious sounding. Kinda like my real name lol.

[@skunkworksu7638]

@@L33Reacts looking forward to part 2.

[@charliediottaviano3995]

In my humble opinion, this is Tull at their zenith, their swan song. Ian was lyrically at his peak. The band were playing at their peak and this album proves what a genius Ian is. It's a progressive masterpiece right up there with Fragile by Yes. Baker Street muse is flawless

[@godbluffvdgg]

The drummers in Tull are some of the best in prog...Clive Bunker and Barrymore were/are BEAST ...Their beats are intense as hell! The solo on side two of Thick as a brick is testament to that...

[@L33Reacts]

Barrymore is fucking sick... I didn't realize this was him till after but damn he killed it on baker st muse and minstrel...

[@johnreynolds6065]

Dude. Thanks for this awesome reaction. Your take is refreshing. Your view on music is great. Oh, btw, your chest hair is great. Don't worry about showing it. You make me smile.

[@PJprog]

I must have this album in over a dozen different versions , whether its vinyl , CD , cassette , or box-set. I just think it represents the pinnacle of what a progressive-folk album should sound like. Top performances from each member of the band... I've played it to death over the years. Can't recommend it highly enough.....I can't get out !!! Happy Thanksgiving from the other side of the pond. 😍

[@L33Reacts]

Happy Thanksgiving Peter!! Glad to have you bro. I want to own this album so bad now. Baker st muse was insane.

[@JimboKM]

I think the descending chords in Black Satin Dancer may be reminding you of 25 or 6 to 4 by Chicago, although it's been done in other songs like Babe I'm Going To Leave You by Zeppelin and probably many more.

[@walt5620]

If you haven't seen it already, check out the Jethro Tull live performance of Songs from the Wood at Golders Green! Amazing!

[@josephnaja]

I love this band so much, seen them live so many times that I've lost track. 🌴🌴

[@williambaldridge1203]

A lot of bands claim that they were inspired by Jethro Tull. If you notice, Ian Anderson is one great acoustic guitar player, you won't find many that are better. If any. A martin Barre It's such a great guitar player. He has his own band and he does mostly all Jethro Tull songs. If you get the chance to see Martin's band don't Don't miss it, he is phenomenal.

[@williambaldridge1203]

What about the rest of the album ?

[@L33Reacts]

It will be out tomorrow. I had to split the video up. My computer was not having it. Haha. Glad you enjoyed it my friend.

[@jima6545]

Saw the Martin Barre band earlier this year. They were excellent

[@kevenbridges9433]

Ians work is vast . Starting with Standup in 1969 and ending with The Zealot Gene 2022 JT has put out 49 albums including live records spanning 53 years. On august 18th 2023 Ian Anderson announced The start of Jethro Tull's Seven Decades Tour.Unfortunately that last show was earlier this month. ( i just found out tonight about it. Damn) But no worries somewhere in the world the Mad Minstrel is still working his magic. Ian will turn 77 next year . Still writes and sounds amazing. On a side note. You said something in the 2nd half reaction ( which for some odd reason i listened to first) about Barlow not drumming on this album .But he in fact did play all the drum parts for this album. Just thought you would want to know. Great reaction Lee . It does this old rockers heart good to know that in 2024 there are still young people willing to take the time to explore and connect to the great artist of the past. Great music should live forever.

[@L33Reacts]

Thank you for letting me know! I was confused. I thought people mentioned Clive was on minstrel, but I was incorrect. My apologies.

[@augustovasconcellos19]

Very nice reaction. By the way, answering your questions about what reminds you on Black Satin Dancer. By the middle of 1975 Ian Anderson gave an interview and said he was listening a lot Led Zeppelin and Chicago while driving (mainly the only bands he was listening at the time). So, the main riff on this song was probably taken from Led's "Stairway to Heaven" and Chicago's "25 or 6 to 4", and a little Beethoven here and there also.

[@-dugair]

Ian Anderson doesn't drive. But... there was a time he enjoyed a nice wind-whipped dirt bike ride 'round his Oxfordshire Manor. Also... Tull had toured with Led Zeppelin early in their career. But I really don't see them or Chicago as an influence here. Minstrel is 100% Tull. Cheers! -dugair PDXtc "Ah... David's back! Did you give it a good shake?" "Oh God Dee... You shook it clear off!"

[@franciscodiaz183]

Great album. Thanks for your reaction.

[@L33Reacts]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@deepermind4884]

That descending bass line in the middle of "Black Satin Dancer" is reminiscent of Led Zep's "Babe I'm Gonna Leave You" from their 1st album. It's a very basic descending minor motif.

[@AquaticDot]

This Thanksgiving, I'm thankful to be able to listen to this masterpiece of prog with you Lee. Happy Gobble Day brother.

[@L33Reacts]

Thank you my friend that made me smile. I'm more then thankful for all of yall today 🙏 this channel has been such a blessing.

[@davidcandelaria4411]

Its actually Barlow and Jeffery Hammond Hammond, drums and bass. Ironic thing is, Jeffery couldn't "play bass" and had to learn on on the fly. As far as I'm concerned he was a great bass player, this in particular, is incredibly complex and hard to play.

[@L33Reacts]

He didn't know how to play bass?? Wtf. Some of the bass lines in baker st were crazy. That's wild.

[@samuelecallegari6117]

​@@L33Reactsyeah well the first album he played on with Tull was Aqualung 1971. Minstrel was published in '75 so he was well trained at that point!

[@TerryKrysinski]

That always amazed me that they claimed he couldn't play bass. As complex a player as he was---how was that even possible?? Talk about natural ability and learning on the fly! I still think that was possibly one of Ian's little sly commentaries /bits of Brit humor ( like him saying 'Gerald Bostock' wrote Thick As A Brick...lol) T @@samuelecallegari6117

[@chefren77]

As far as I know it wasn't that he couldn't play (as we can all hear) but that he was not a natural bassist in the sense that he had the bass parts written for him and a *lot* of practice was needed for him to learn them. His super power was that he was such a great guy.

[@davidcandelaria4411]

@@chefren77 In an interview with Ian Anderson, he said Jeffery couldn't play bass nor was he a musician. Anderson taught him during the Aqualung session. Ian said he was good at mimicking what he was taught. By 75, 4 years later he was a good bass player as you can hear on Minstral

[@BG-id2cv]

O Requiem is about Ian's separation/divorce from his first wife.

[@andrewcaelliott]

Thank you. Great reaction to one of my favourite Tull albums. Can't wait for side 2!

[@L33Reacts]

Thank you so much Andrew! I loved this album. These guys are absolute musical geniuses. I love how intimate and detailed every track is. I wish music was still this good.

[@bukeksiansu2112]

This is my 2nd favorite Tull album after Thick as a Brick.

[@L33Reacts]

Thick as a brick is the next one we will be doing for sure:)

[@jonathansmith3742]

TAAB is 40 minutes long. Enjoy@@L33Reacts

[@fordp69]

The main point is that if you just listen to a song or two, you aren't going to enjoy the album as it was intended. I think Lee should go back to the beginning to better understand the origin of the band, and how everything happened, the different eras of the band, and how Ian crafted everything. I think during album reactions Lee should have some resources open (wikipedia, lyrics, etc.) so he can answer his own questions (who's playing what). I knew he had done the title song, and enjoyed it, so I wanted him to finish the album, to see that it was a complete work of art, not just a song. Back in the ancient past, when we first listened to these masterpieces we listened to the entire album, Lee should do the same. This is album oriented Rock, after all 🙃.

[@L33Reacts]

Im totally down to go back to the beginning and go from there. I tried the Wikipedia thing but people complained that I wasn't paying attention... there's no winning on the internet. Just compromise after compromise 🤣🤣 thank you so much for your support my friend. Part 2 will be out tomorrow morning :) I enjoyed sitting down and listening to the whole album. It was definitely a better experience then bits and pieces.

[@fordp69]

@@L33Reacts You could read the first paragraph of the wiki (the overview), and then skip down to the listing of musicians, before you start the music. That would be helpful to some listeners, I'm sure.

[@phillyflyer12]

That's definitely Barlow killing it.

[@L33Reacts]

Is it? Shit. Of course it is. 🙄

[@Anton...M]

Какая красивая и сложная музыка. Жаль что кроме меня и парней с ютуба ее никто не понимает. Отличные реакции, дружище.

[@L33Reacts]

Isn't that the worst...I feel you so bad on that. No one in real life around me likes this stuff. That's why this channel is so important to me.

[@deepermind4884]

Не волнуйся, существует целый мир энтузиастов/фанатов Tull, мы все на одной волне, друг мой! 😃👍🏻

[@reneelyons6836]

Happy Thanksgiving L33!! And to ALL...Peace 🥰🦃

[@L33Reacts]

Happy Thanksgiving! I am thankful for yall and this channel and all this wonderful music so much...

[@briangilbert230]

probably my favorite Tull album. I enjoyed watching you appreciating it.

[@L33Reacts]

I see why it's everyone's favorite... baker st and minstrel are some of the best prog I've ever heard

[@corawheeler9355]

Can you believe that Jethro Tull is NOT in the R&R Hall of Fame?

[@L33Reacts]

That's a hate crime

[@josephnaja]

No I can't, R&R Hall of Fame for TULL, let's start a petition!

[@jstock2317]

I'm thankful for this video also fast

[@L33Reacts]

I'm thankful for you and everyone else on here as well Jason... yall are Heaven sent.

[@xlerb_again_to_music7908]

run thru with end to end Quality! :) went by so _FAST!_

[@markoliver630]

Saw this tour. Horrible seats great concert.

[@TerryKrysinski]

Happy Thanksgiving to you & yours too,Lee! Thanks for all the cool reactions,bro! Keep 'em coming (especially the Neal Morse related stuff!). Cheers, T

[@L33Reacts]

Thank you Terry! Don't worry we will be getting back to mr.neal... happy Thanksgiving 🙌

[@nancymjohnson]

These reactions go by so fast! So enjoyable! Thanks Lee! Happy Thanksgiving ☮️❤️

[@L33Reacts]

Thank you so much Nancy 🙏 💓 happy Thanksgiving 😊

[@chazblitz]

Happy Thanksgiving dude. This is one of Tulls finest moments but not alot agree. Fuck em. They can have a Happy Thanksgiving as well!

[@L33Reacts]

Hahahaha that made me laugh so hard bro. Happy Thanksgiving man.

[@PietroBraione]

Barrie Barlow... according to John Bohnam the best rock British drummer of all times!

[@tommy8058]

It's of course Barry on the drums. Played them from 72 to 79. 🙂👍

[@gphill3954]

Love. This. Album.

[@L33Reacts]

Me too! Sorry it's cut in half! My laptop is trash sometimes. Wouldn't let me render a 60 minute video lol

[@gphill3954]

No probs…this is despite my love of YES…undeniably the most played album on my playlist..I think it is that good.

[@exiledscouser99]

Just wait until you hear side 2! I am a hge tull fan but this album is their Magnum Opus!!

[@L33Reacts]

Oh I heard it already I just had to break the video in half! Baker st is some of the best prog I have ever heard.

[@drumsybatabamboom8022]

Plenty of good souls here on this planet. They just make for bad press!!

[@L33Reacts]

We try to stay hidden... because it's no fun being the nice guy when everyone else is bad lol. But I kinda left that thinking behind.. who cares about everyone else's thoughts. They don't affect my daily life. They effect their lives. So shine bright while you can 🌞

[@drumsybatabamboom8022]

I am a happy cynic!!@@L33Reacts

[@paulehney4581]

You learn Tull is awesome very fast. Sounds kinda like 25 or 6 to 4 don't it?

[@TerryKrysinski]

THose chords during Black Satin Dancer are the same as the heavy outro from Stairway To Heaven. Actually-- I never noticed that,either. Cool! T

[@L33Reacts]

That's it!!! Goddamnit. I could not figure it out for the life of me. Thank you Terry! Lol

[@deepermind4884]

​@@L33ReactsUmmm....close, but nope. "Babe I'm Gonna Leave You" from Zep's 1st album. You're welcome. 🤗

[@L33Reacts]

@@deepermind4884 it's 25 & 6 to 4 and multiple zeppelin songs apparently

[@L33Reacts]

@@deepermind4884 you're welcome 😊

[@deepermind4884]

@@L33Reacts Yes on the "25 or 6 to 4", but it's definitely "Babe....." by Zep. Take a listen, you'll see. It IS a fairly basic descending minor pattern, but I don't know of any other Zep song that uses it. The end of "Stairway..." doesn't fit that pattern. Cheers!

[@garysteinert8040]

Top 5 for sure. Still looking for his hidden gem Budapest.

[@L33Reacts]

Oh it's coming eventually brother don't worry! 🙏😊

[@sharondavid-melly1498]

L33 is as a joy to watch as it is listening to the band! 🤗

[@dennishinkle5010]

We call ourselves as fans a Tully. One of their finest albums.👍

[@timgrady4630]

Over the Target here Mate . Keep em comin ... Blessings & eternal Thanksgiving in His doubtless Guarantee of Everlasting Life (John 3:16) .

[@L33Reacts]

Amen Tim! Have a blessed day!

[@timgrady4630]

@@L33Reacts Love your reactions . I too am a drummer from way back , raised in the Big Band Jazz era (Peter Erskine biggest influence , along with Buddy Rich , Gene Krupa et al...later Billy Cobham , Dave Weckl , Vinnie Colauita , Carl Palmer , Virgil Donati , Jack Dejohnette , Tony Royster Jr. , Gary Novak , Virgil Donati...& So many more...) .

[@lilybrown4593]

Black Satin Dancer sounds familiar because the descending chord progression is common. I do it in several songs.

[@runtt01]

You may be thinking of the downward progression from "Dazed And Confused".

[@rogerhennie8939]

Side 1 is great. Side 2 is fantastic.! Baker Street Muse!!!

[@L33Reacts]

Baker st was straight 🔥 One of my fav prog songs now.

[@fordp69]

@@L33Reacts Trust me, I had zero concerns there. You was gonna love it, but there is SO MUCH more to be considered! You better strap yourself in! 😉

[@L33Reacts]

@fordp69 I don't know if you saw but part 2 was up! It was fantastic lol thank you so much bro. I am so ready for more:)

[@fordp69]

@@L33Reacts Got it👍

[@fordp69]

@@L33Reacts Welcome to the rabbit hole.

[@jasonfox2293]

Great rock band

[@lilybrown4593]

I think you would enjoy, if you have not already seen it, the Tull video Jump Start.

[@josephnaja]

Happy Thanksgiving Lee ✌️

[@L33Reacts]

Happy Thanksgiving Joseph! Thankful for all of you guys today.

[@josephnaja]

@@L33Reacts Thanks 🌴🌴

[@norcoauctions]

no, it didn't all sound like this. Ian Anderson was THE GREATEST ROCK MUSICIAN OF ALL TIME. No one REMOTELY comes close to his excellence. You also don't know a drummer like Barrie Barlow

[@alanFconrad]

This GREAT Music is so NOTTTTTT ac/dc

[@reneelyons6836]

I know what your talking about too....Sounds like Zepplin.

[@L33Reacts]

It's stairway to heaven! I knew it sounded familiar.

[@jerryfrentress4107]

Base line probably reminds you of led Zeppelin, babe im going to leave you

[@LisaThomas-xz3ki]

Baroque