JETHRO TULL - "BAKER ST MUSE" (reaction)

[@lbd-po7cl]

Possibly my favourite Jethro Tull album, and one of my favourite songs. It's a collection of real life observations of people on Baker Street in London, and is such a masterpiece of poetic lyricism. The whole album is superb, and I encourage you to listen to every track.

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks!

[@amedeeabreo7334]

"he didn't even have to bring out the flute!" So True! Ian's voice and acoustic guitar are so expressive. A Renaissance singer for these ageless times.

[@neonpark1874]

..."with kitchen prose and gutter rhymes" Sorry I couldn't help myself - and yes, I know that's not from this song or album but it does follow "these ageless times".

[@hilocus]

Jethro Tull were one of the most creative and successful british progressive rock bands of the 1970s and an amazing live band becoming huge in the USA. Their 1970s output is spectacular and occasionally quite challenging, but us teenage fans were up for it.

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks for the info!

[@lisarainbow9703]

Wow, never expected to see a reaction to this gem... Great album!!

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks for watching Lisa!

[@dockjm]

GREAT!! Favorite band of all time. First show for me 1975 Providence RI. Seen Tull 20 times. Ian Anderson total genius. Martin Barre.. guitar magic. Love it!! What a fantastic song choice, too. Minstrel in the Gallery in top 3 albums all time for me. Thank you!😁👌

[@stevematthews641]

Andersons voice was at its peak on this album,just glorious

[@richardtaylor6187]

Thank you so much for reacting to this song! Oh my gosh! A lifelong Tull fan, I can't help but notice all the dozens of fantastic songs they did, which are ignored mostly. But not here! Fantastic!

[@Peter-K]

Ian Anderson, the creative force behind Jethro Tull, was a showman extraordinaire. I remember the Songs From The Wood tour, very medieval flare to that whole album Dan, where he entered the stage swinging in on a rope like a pirate, and he was dressed like one too! The one song that I think truly defines this band is Minstrel in the Gallery, it really highlights all the flavors of JT. I do expect you will get more JT requests, you clearly have heard little if any and I can see you having some amazing reactions to Ian and his band.

[@An_Cat_Dubh]

I agree that the "minstrel" character seemed closest to Anderson's real persona.

[@SightAfterDark]

Wow😆what?! That’s awesome, yeah definitely looking forward to hearing more Jethro! Thanks for watching guys!

[@garysexton8840]

The Songs from the Wood tour began with Ian standing at the microphone, dressed in a horse riders outfit with a red vest and matching red derby (or bowler) and introduced himself as the opening act for Jethro Tull -“ Hello, my name is Arnold Stirrup…. He came swinging in on a rope on the 1979 Stormwat ch tour Check out any 1977 tour on KZbin and you will see what I’m talking about

[@justaguy2365]

My favorite song from one of my favorite bands. Tull has a great discography

[@bigjoe6885]

My first concert in 1976! This album is unreal. How all the musicians come together, insane ! Jethro Tull, one of my favorites if not my favorite.

[@frankpentangeli7945]

This is a great album. I especially love the song(s) One White Duck / 0^{10} = Nothing At All. Two songs for the price of one! They're just so cool.

[@danamaguire4285]

One of the epic Tull tunes!!! I am not a fan of saying things are underrated, however for me, this album, Minstrel in the Gallery contains some of Tull’s best work. Great dynamics and composition throughout. Listen to anything on it. You can’t lose. One White Duck is just exquisite.

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks Dana!

[@genegibson1690]

Martin Barre is a magnificent talent!

[@christopherlundgren3499]

Agreed! "One White Duck/0^10=nothing at all" is one of favourite songs

[@justgivemethetruth]

It's a great album, and Tull is great music ... but massive Tull fan that I am I have to say that the themes and lyrics of this album in particular are kind of annoying. Pygme and the whore, testicle testing, circumsized, fly-button feel... and lots of other lyrics that, to me - just in my opinion, tend to distract from some beautiful music. That goes double for looking back from 40+ years vantage point. This version of Tull was historically my favorite - listeining to the textures and changes and just overall amazingness of the music ... it's incredible. It feels like Ian always sort of shoots himself in the foot in terms of being taken seriously.

[@thomasvieth6063]

I am happy that you found Jethro Tull. I also notice that you re essentially not familiar with this group, like you weren't when you started listening to Zappa. Both are dear to me, and if you go on I promise you will have a lot to discover. Thank you so much. (The flute is essential.)

[@SightAfterDark]

Thank you Thomas!

[@thomasvieth6063]

@@SightAfterDark You are most welcome

[@stevedotwood]

Often forgotten - apart from being a great flautist - he is an excellent acoustic guitar player (Ian is Scottish)

[@frankpentangeli7945]

I try to make that point every time someone says what a great flautist he is. "Sure, but have you heard him play the guitar?" To me his guitar playing might be even more fundamental to the band's sound than his flute playing, though admittedly the flute is more immediate and impactful.

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks for the info guys!

[@Ferretbomber]

I agree, Ian is an extraordinary guitarist and composer. I probably enjoy his acoustic playing more than his flute playing, though I love it as well. Not to mention sax, clarinet, etc. He is impressive in his willingness and ability to pretty much pick anything up and figure out how to play it. Then on top of it all you have his brilliant lyrics. A singular talent.

[@piersgrowcott8179]

As a 60 year old Englishman from Peckham in S.E.London and having been a Tull fan from 1972 till now and having seen them live many times it's great to see and read these many tributes to THE GREAT Jethro Tull...to me their "best" period was between 1969-the early 80's when they were really at the top of their game and again (in my opinion) their best ever line up was=Ian Anderson,Martin Barre,the late great John Glasscock,John Evan,Barriemore Barlow and "bringing up the rear" "STEADY!" David "dee" Palmer and again (in my opinion) their Best two albums are "Minstrel in the gallery" and "Aqualung"...these two albums sum up the brilliance of this band,take care,all the best from Piers-a.k.a. Chopper.

[@NewBritainStation]

This album, and this song in particular, is Ian's best vocal performance in my opinion. It's not a piece that is as well known during this era, and I find that it really rewards repeated listens. One of my favorites.

[@rubicon-oh9km]

Spot on. So many little nuances in this long song you always hear something new. Truly a hidden gem. Hidden from those who really don't know Tull.

[@joelliebler5690]

Most artists wish they had the talent or imagination to be able to do something any close to this masterpiece!

[@stevebinning977]

Love this song, lead guitarist Martin Barre gets a chance to show off a bit.

[@metullirush]

That whole period of Tull from 1971-1979 was masterful. Martin, Barriemore, John Evan, David Palmer, John Glascock and of course Ian. What a ensemble of great musicians. The best days of Tull!!!

[@jameshanson3759]

Ian Anderson is my favorite Elizabethan minstrel. Makes you want to go out a get a pair of tights, cod piece and of course a flute.

[@robmcgrath5202]

First, I have to give you credit for jumping into the deeper end of Jethro Tull. This is definitely not a song that received any airplay. But it definitely shows Ian Anderson's proclivity for progressive and complicated songs. I have never seen any other reaction video react to this track. I might add more after watching your reaction.

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks for watching Rob! Glad you enjoyed!

[@scotstevens5263]

My all time favorite artist 👍🏻🎶👍🏻🎶 Yes I mean the whole band.Got to see them seven times. From Warchild to Root to Branches tours. Always puts on a great live show.

[@joelliebler5690]

One of the all time great bands especially live in their hey daybefore Ian hurt his vocal chords permanently in the early 1980’s! So versatile they could and did so many different styles and with perfection, Maybe the best front man ever!

[@An_Cat_Dubh]

Takes me back to my adolescence - I played the "Minstrel in the Gallery" album a lot in those days. ;) I actually prefered it to "Thick as a Brick", for example, maybe because it is more cinematic/atmospheric and less repetitive in its musical themes. "It made me want to create music" - bingo! This album puts one in a creative space.

[@kevinhodgson2990]

I still listen to this album a lot, much more than TAAB. I'm hoping they do the whole album as there are no bad songs on it imo.

[@SightAfterDark]

It’s up to our patrons 🤞! 😊thanks for sharing Kevin!

[@SightAfterDark]

Nice An Cat!

[@rogerhennie8939]

Wonderful suite of songs. One of Jethro Tull’s best tracks.

[@johncagnettajr344]

From the same album check out One White Duck which is a 4 min song opening side to of the album. The albums title song Mistral in the Gallery is also great.

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks John!

[@glenntierney2091]

First off, I appreciate your open minds and intelligent analysis. I apologize for not knowing your names, so I'll just refer to the lady. I love the way the lady manages to look completely bored, while actually being enthralled Lol I'm a veteran of over 90 concerts from age 15 to 57 and I still find it work to listen to Baker St Muse. Jethro Tull has such a wide range of styles, yet are always instantly recognizable due to their uniqueness.

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks Glenn! It’s Sifa and Dan 😂you get it! We really love JT’s approach, we hope the patrons suggest more! Be well!

[@damonhines8187]

Yeah, Sifa's air of noninvolvement while in actuality being deeply absorbed in a highly aware and positive critical mode takes one by surprise at first, second, third...hmmm ...a pattern emerges!! lol.

[@raffinicoghosian8699]

Oh yes, love that you are taking on epic songs. Tull are really on a different echelon. I implore you to react to A Passion Play.

[@ragnarmyhr7238]

JT has a wide spectre of music. Can never get bored . Has been to four live performances. Ian Anderson is a genious.

[@stretchgilbert]

Wow! I haven't heard this in, like, 40 years. Great choice! Beautiful!

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks Stretch!

[@jeffmartin1026]

This song is defined by its title. It is the musings of Ian Anderson on life and art and being a commercial product. He comes into the studio, sings the song but then can't get out. Wondering Outloud and Only Solitaire are in the same vein.

[@shaunkelly9860]

For me this album is Tull at their absolute zenith.

[@erikahlander3489]

In Summer 76 I was for the first time abroad and all alone in London a week. I don't remember but I think I got this album before the stay. The emotions (actually more than the lyrics) of this song is still so united to that stay (never been to London since). The song - like London - exhibited to me so many contrasts. The array of people I saw on the streets fits so well with this song in combination with the characters Ian sings about in "Minstral in the Gallery". But Baker St. sets the atmosphere. Like 10cc's "One night in Paris" sets for Paris (visited first time 78).

[@christopherlundgren3499]

I also like that you two seem to watch and/or listen, intently, and save your comments til the end. My Gods, thank you!

[@Katehowe3010]

Jethro Tull have a history of excellent albums behind them, which makes it difficult for a lot of fans to choose a favourite! From the early blues based releases, through the multi million selling conceptual pieces, and on to the latter folk infused material, it isn't easy to swear your allegiance to just one of this collection of fine music. It seems that a large proportion of their American fanbase are in thrall to the more concept driven stuff or 'Aqualung', while the Brits seem to have more time for 'Stand Up', 'Benefit', or the early folk of 'Songs From The Wood'! One album that doesn't get spoken about too often is this one. For me, 'Minstrel In The Gallery' is the perfect amalgamation of all the aforementioned styles, and because of this is the ultimate Tull album! Released one year before their absolute nadir, Ian Anderson's writing has never been better, and the musicianship was as beautiful and intricate as it ever got! Forgive my rambling, but you really have chosen a wonderful album to explore!

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks Christian!

[@pedrozappa]

You have to hear a passion play!

[@jillelliott8175]

Bloody Oath it should be mandatory

[@chazblitz]

I remember like it was yesterday getting this album from the Columbia House Record Club as a two fer with Traffics When the Eagle Flies. I wore this album out. Best song on this album and that's saying something. Goddamn I'm getting old!

[@danamaguire4285]

That Traffic album is a stunner too!!!

[@bobcorbin3294]

Dream Gerrard by Traffic is one of their best

[@lewismaddox4132]

Tough piece to enjoy on first listen, or perhaps ever. It's got several movements and just when you think you've gained your equilibrium it throws you off with a counter time signature. I love it because it really showcases their extraordinary musicianship and Ian's amazing empathy. You might try one that's a little more accessible. "Black Satin Dancer" is one of my all time favorites and has these huge sweeping orchestral movements that are bit more orthodox, nonetheless unique and brilliant.

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks for your take Lewis!

[@markdearlove8634]

Never did I hear that before but twas a thing of beauty❣ I hope one of your lovely patrons recommends a Jehro Tull live performance soon as I think you will enjoy to watch these bards😀

[@SightAfterDark]

Us too, thanks Mark!

[@williambaldridge1203]

I was reading the comments, and someone mentioned that you should see a live video of this band. I would like to suggest "Thick as a Brick", from Tampa stadium 1976. it's a great video, a great song, and will give you a pretty good picture of what this band is really like. In my opinion the greatest band of all time. Of course that's just my opinion.

[@Ferretbomber]

my fave of the three main live videos people watch of TaaB. With the '77 show a close second. People tend to suggest the '78 version and while I like it, his voice and such is starting to sound worn, But, no matter what, Thick as a Brick live is surely a top candidate.

[@absolutelypositively]

Glad to see you enjoy BSM. Tull is a band that (for me) took a couple of listens, then kaboom! Zappa and JT were my go to’s (about all I played) in my teens (70s). Saw both bands 10 times. As for Ian’s lyrics, someone made good mention of a song taking a look at Baker Street in London. I can say Assuredly that the tune about ‘old lady Grey’ is a jab at music critics, who gave Tull (Ian)a lot of shit and lousy reviews on their ‘A Passion Play ‘ tour. Music Critics from newspapers (and Rolling Stone) just didn’t get Ian’s lyrics, which often had much empathy (Aqualung). Tull didn’t care too much for these stories in the press. Especially since they worked hard and the music wasn’t meant to be easy to play. No reason to give them bad reviews. So to finish this story, the policeman/critic with feet in sticking plaster (stuck in their ways) frowned on Tull for wanting to give a little help to the down and out. He hits it out of the park with the lyric ‘ no drunken bums aloud to sleep here in the crowded emptiness.’ Which allegorically is Ian’s answer to those who didn’t give credit where credit is due. Ok, that’s my take on it. Most JT albums from the 70s were conceptual. Ian could be quite the dirty boy too. ‘Songs from the wood ‘ isn’t necessarily about being out in the woods, though the music/lyrics alluded to it. Wood can and is also a reference to an ‘excited’ man. You get my drift I’m sure. Sorry for the length. But having studied Tulls music more than my school studies back then, taught me s thing or two. That goes for Ian’s flute play in concert as well. Peace

[@jermaschinot]

Hilarious! when you told Sifa she wasn't British. Reminded me of Ian Anderson telling the story of Him looking in the mirror one day around 1968 and realizing he wasn't black. His main influences were Black American blues artists. As was the fashion with a lot of british rock bands of his day, the black american blues were to the fore. The next year he changed Tulls sound and became a more anglo centric band and, im sure as a world travelor has drawn on many cultures ever since. I think he was even traveling back in time!

[@SightAfterDark]

☺️thanks for sharing!

[@charlesberton2581]

Probably my favorite song from my favorite band of all time, Jethro Tull. Thanks, cats!

[@SightAfterDark]

We’re glad you enjoyed Charles!

[@ziggy101ful]

Thanks for playing Baker st muse

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks for watching Robert!

[@maciejkrasuski]

Masterpiece. Best acoustic guitar in rock... period.

[@garysexton8840]

Baker Street Muse was a presentation of life on Baker St,London during the mid 70’s commenting on alcoholic old ladies and older men looking for sex as well as Ian’s look at his life as a musician ( Mother England Reverie) The end where “I can’t get out!” means he is trapped by the musical muse to always create music. Get a copy of the lyrics and listen to it again - you will appreciate it so much.

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks Gary!

[@williambaldridge1203]

Wow, thank you. I've been waiting a long time for someone to do a review of this, it's one of my favorite Jethro Tull songs

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks for watching!

[@mabui67]

Exquisito tema del álbum, minstrel in the gallery, particularmente uno de los mejores álbumes de jethro tull!!!

[@johngardiner9914]

I'm so glad you're here.

[@SightAfterDark]

We’re so glad you’re here!

[@jermaschinot]

" And it seems there nobody left here for tennis, and I'm a one band man. And I want no top twenty funeral or one hundred grand"

[@SightAfterDark]

Talk about excellent lyrics!

[@rickburns4191]

You'll also like "Black Satin Dancer" if you haven't had the pleasure.

[@pilesovinyl]

Loved this whole album, and saw them perform this on the tour supporting this record. Not a bad cut on the record. Prog rock at its very best IMO.

[@peterbacke1804]

One of JT most complicated and energitic songs! Just as Thick as A Brick it turns You in any impossible ways and turn-arounds so be ready! Needs more then one listening for getting the grip of it! One of the best JT songs in my opinion! 😉👍

[@mariasantorio6469]

Linda em todas as faces.....instrumental e vocal perfeitos........Pessoas que gostam do Jethro Tull são muito especiais...🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷❤

[@joelliebler5690]

You guys are very right as far as the early years of Jethro Tull with the Baroque style of The British Isles!

[@michaelbochnia5686]

Good tune, this band was one of the most diverse of its time. Such a unique sound and the talent Ian had in his band was always top notch. Try backing up to the album Stand Up or Benefit. Off Stand up and try Nothing is Easy, Looking into the Sun or Bouree. Off of Benefit, which happens to be my favorite album of theirs, go with To Cry You a Song, Teacher, or With You there to help me.

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks for the info!

[@dslider1]

I was scrolling to see if someone had mentioned my two favorite Tull albums and lo and behold.

[@tomfashing208]

Now you’ve got my attention. What a great masterpiece from the legendary band Jarhro Tull. Yes that’s the name of the band…liked Pink Floyd or even Molly Hatchett. Their music never duplicated, never replaced.

[@jermaschinot]

Its wonderful this masterpiece found it's way to be reacted to. I would say after listening several times you might realize that it's a rather structured piece and not really stream of ideas. excellent lyrics!

[@building436]

I loved this song when I was young. The nested in this song had refreshed me musically back then. It was also the time of experimental possibilities. Very interesting what you say after the song! Grooving greetings

[@SightAfterDark]

Same to you Andreas, thanks for watching!

[@davetothebeard]

A lot of Tull fans aren’t into this particular album. I can’t understand it. This is 50 years now and they still record and tour like banshees. Tull gets the longevity award for sure. And quality across albums. There’s not a stiff in the bunch. Most underestimated band for years. On another note, Tull has been described as a poor man’s Zappa… I get that. Complicated arrangements, longevity, great singing, strong musicians. There’s something to that.

[@justaguy2365]

This is my favorite Tull album.

[@SightAfterDark]

We guess the complicated fans go with the complicated arrangements in that case ☺️. Thanks for watching guys!

[@arkanoiddude]

Who the hell has described Tull as a "poor man's Zappa"? I've never heard that stupid description of Tull and I don't see any reason for it because Tull are easily distinguishable from Zappa - for example there is no hint of Medieval/Renaissance folk music in Zappa's music yet it's extremely present in Tull's music . What, just because a band dares to be complex means they have to be compared to Zappa?

[@stevedotwood]

@@arkanoiddude i like your comment - perfect! I'm a big fan of both, and I have never compared the two. You only do that in sports (winners & losers)

[@markbranch682]

This is my favorite Tull album. The acoustic songs are beautiful. The title track, Baker Street Muse, Cold Wind To Valhalla and Black Satin Dancer are all masterpieces. I saw them 11 times in the 70's and early 80's. Amazing live band.

[@happilyeggs4627]

Baker Street Muse. Baker Street is in central London. It's also a play on words because there is a Baker Street Mews. Baker Street is where the home of Sherlock Holmes was supposed to be, in the books. Anyway, this is a great track.

[@SightAfterDark]

Oh! Thanks for clarifying!

[@eximusic]

Jason picked a good one. Best track off the album, right beside the title track. Tull at their most progressive.

[@An_Cat_Dubh]

I'd forgotten about the ending: how the orchestral 'Stadium Rock' finale plays out and then we hear again the lone acoustic guitar, as if the big band version was all just a dream (musing) of the minstrel.

[@SightAfterDark]

Beautiful

[@scotstevens5263]

My favorite Tull tune “walking down the gutter try to catch my eye but I look the other way. Great line!☮️

[@happilyeggs4627]

It's a series of snapshots of the night in London. Old ladies, homeless, drunks, prostitutes and Johns. As Samuel Johnson said, "Anyone that is bored of London is bored of life. Somebody, it may be Johnson, it may be a continuation of the quote, said. "All life is on display".

[@SightAfterDark]

Love it

[@johnnosiennek7066]

Ian Anderson is a modern day minstrel

[@SightAfterDark]

For sure

[@ryankirch9099]

One of my favorite Tull songs. First album I ever bought. This is a masterpiece and I’m so happy you loved it! It’s soooooo good on vinyl.

[@christopherlundgren3499]

I was so wrong, sorry, you liked it! Awesome!

[@mikeloomis687]

Make your life more interesting? MORE Jethro Tull!

[@lantose]

A little different than “My God”, but now it’s time for Aqualung and Cross Eyed Marry!

[@kz1408]

You guys play the best music. You'll never go wrong with Jethro Tull. Thanks.

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks so much Karl!

[@johngardiner9914]

Now. You need to listen to 'Thick as a brick'. Then go from there. There's plenty to be amazed by.

[@johncope8799]

So I drift down the Baker Street valley,in my steep sided unreality! And when alls said and alls done, couldn't ask for one! That's a real life dead certainty!

[@rubicon-oh9km]

Diving deep with this cut! Love it. You need to listen to Budapest off Crest Of A Knave.

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks

[@gregball8319]

Great job to both of you. I enjoyed your review. Jethro Tull has been my favorite group since 1979. (I got a kick out of your “Baker Saint Muse” line.😊)

[@SightAfterDark]

Lol thanks for watching Greg!

[@RichieG]

Great song from a great album. Played it till I wore it out!

[@damonhines8187]

Great reaction, S&D. Glad you feel inspired both to create in your own write, right? And to delve deeper. I was a bit surprised when you announced Baker SAINT Muse, Sifa, I'd assumed it was Baker STREET Muse, as in 221b Baker Street, Sherlock Holmes' address in the Conan-Doyle stories. I think here it's just a locale, not THAT locale. I always loved their...fusion ( ? ick, that term grates sometimes) of folk, rock, and prog elements into a kind of Gopher Baroque modality.hee hee. Or (an animal that IS native to "Britain") the stoat in the moat, maybe swimming toward the castle to drop a souvenir on the throne or the money-counter's table, then returning to it's sylvan home to dance wild around a bonfire or more pastoral pursuits, such as animal husbandry or agriculture, as had Mr. Anderson, IIRC hearing some years back after a long intervening spell, much like the band's namesake. I love too his wordplay, like pig-me instead of the traditional spelling generally taken to mean a diminuitive African tribesman. This admits his own complicity, culpability in a distasteful social order: a similar stance in my view to Kurt Cobain, an innate sympathy for the subjugated, unheard and exploited, In Ian's case and era, a sort of proto-feminist male posture or ideation, when it hadn't yet become a readily donned mantle for us. By Kurt's time it felt welcome though still overdue, still somewhat novel. Other cool lines, imo: "...pulls his eyes over her wool", "and I'm a one-band-man". I can relate to that one...double duty put me in hospital, long story egregiously glossed over and blame largely misplaced. Such substitutions and inversions are as pleasing to me in phrases as in chords or chord structures. Cheers, SAD

[@SightAfterDark]

Definitely creating more. Definitely messed up the title ☺️ Thanks for your take Damon, and for watching!

[@damonhines8187]

@@SightAfterDark 1)-Good! 2)- No Biggie, lol 3)- You're absolutely welcome, and my pleasure. 4)- Saw 'em in '75, Toronto, 'Bungle in the Jungle' era, Gary 'Dream Weaver' Wright opening, and '76 @ the Superdome in Pontiac, Robin Trower opening. Listened mainly to 'Aqualung', then 'Thick As a Brick' when it came out, in the library in h.s. on spares; others, w/ friends/parties, etc., catch as catch can. Great band. Now you know too. ;>D

[@mikeloomis687]

@@damonhines8187 Glad to see so many Jethro Tull fans here! Picking a favorite album by JT I think is harder than for Steely Dan! I would have LOVED to see Robin Trower open for them! OMG, you are so lucky!

[@damonhines8187]

@@mikeloomis687 both bands were fantastic both times I saw each. I'd seen Trower still a 3-pc. with Boston opening. They were amazing too, very true to the album, but no less impressive and enjoyable for it.

[@POLKATURKEY]

Have a listen to "We Used To Know" from the album "Stand Up" 1969 so predates Hotel California by a long way.

[@BrettOwen71]

Jethro Tull is not an “artist” singular. They are a band made up of members who all contributed the various instrumentation. As much as Ian Anderson is the identity of Tull he is not a one man band. Having said that, I appreciate that you listened to this masterpiece by one of the greatest progressive rock bands ever. Read the lyrics.

[@raymondboakes]

Great vid enjoyed that, seeing JT in 1969 my mind was blown ,but this music is from another planet,yeah man far out,lol.Excellent comments .Keep up the good work,cheers

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks so much for your support Raymond!

[@T23000PLUS]

you probably already know that Ian Anderson (vocalist and band leader) is also the flautist!

[@SightAfterDark]

Yep. He’s amazing!

[@ludofuzz3012]

Symphony sounds like this

[@tullphd]

Baker Street Muse has a lot to digest if that was a first listen for your 2.. This piece of music as you did catch has a lot going on. The string arrangements, the subtle acoustic guitar, and some rock steady lead guitar work. If you investigate the release date September 5, 1975 we are knocking upon 47 years since this record was released. This album build upon "Thick as a Brick" and AA Passion Play" albums, which both utilized the entire both sided of the record to basically accommodate one long song, Minstrel in the Gallery from the album that Baker Street Muse was on has a great collection of odds and ends that may have been leftovers from the previously mentioned TAAB, APP . There is a lot to learn, and Yes Ian Anderson knows what he is doing, back then and still through today. He is a lyrical genius, and a fantastic composer. I discovered Jethro Tull in 1968, which makes me old, in no uncertain terms. I love this band. The catalog is full of unique material and it all reflects the talent of the composer and his well chosen musicians.

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks for sharing Mark!

[@greggbarrett7117]

There was a little boy stood on a burning log, rubbing his hands with glee. He said, "Oh Mother England, did you light my smile; or did you light This fire under me? One day I'll be a minstrel in the gallery. And paint you a picture of the queen. And if sometimes I sing to a cynical degree - It's just the nonsense that it seems. This song is full of lyrical gems sometimes maybe buried by JT theatrics.

[@didierchapelot5671]

Great song to react to. This LP is often omitted although it's one of their best. And this suite has always been one of my faves. So many various atmospheres and melodies but always good in this one. Happy Sifa loved it so much. Lyrics are very introspective, quite desillusioned and self-depricating about his role as a performer. But more often it's the description of what he sees around him in the street.

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks so much Didier!

[@zacfisherking]

Congratulations! You're officially Tullskulls now.

[@philt4346]

Hey guys, the song is like a montage of street impressions collected at different times of day by our narrator, who finally has a bit of a crisis.

[@SightAfterDark]

Love it

[@jonathanross812]

I'm a big JT fan. This song needs to be listened to a few times to appreciate it. My description of JT is medieval rock..What shakespeare might like(with some blues and jazz(well, sometimes)). That was mostly the seventies period.(most Tull fans probably agree.)

[@SightAfterDark]

Medieval rock is a perfect description!

[@jermaschinot]

great comment about plucking musicians out of the middle ages!

[@christopherlundgren3499]

St. means "Street", too lol

[@maxwellshammer5283]

As you can tell this is one tight band. A lot of fans consider this song one of his best. I have so much of his music I like, it’s hard to pick a favorite. I saw them on their first North American tour when they opened for Led Zeppelin. Been a fan ever since. Saw them many times through the 70s and 80s. Speaking of the Medieval sound, the album “Songs from the Wood” will really take you there. You can read a lot of his lyrics like poetry.

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks Maxwells!

[@Ferretbomber]

Ian Anderson is on an elite level lyrically, for me he's with Roger Waters, Neil Peart, etc. He tears my heart out even after decades of listening. Tull is a band that continues to surprise me as I hear things I never realized were going on. It's preposterous how good they were. And he was also like Zappa or even Prince in the absolute firehose of productivity he had, he just gushed material. Every album had so much accompanying compositions that they are particularly a band that could have put out a couple double albums, and really would have benefitted from the cd format. You look at the collections like 20 years of JT and it is packed with bonus songs, songs that didn't make albums, etc. I got a Bowie collection and an Elton John collection at the same time in like '87, also 3-cd sets, and they had like 2-3 bonus tracks. It's night and day.

[@davidbaker6912]

Yeah, it's a busy song, stay curious...

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks David!

[@perrin6]

I love JT's music; I've no idea what the lyrics mean half the time but I love the music.

[@jillelliott8175]

Always loved Minstrel in the Gallery a misunderstood album. Probly cos held up for comparison with that tour de force that was Thick As A Brick.

[@qhl5579]

Gotta do One White Duck, same album.

[@kfleetwood9318]

JT has tons of albums, but “Minstrel...” is at the top. Also “Crest Of A Knave”, “Songs From The Woods”, etc. I’ve only seen JT live once, but high energy show, Ian never stopped moving. Martin Barre on guitar, Eddie Jobson on keys and elec violin. I rate this band right up with Zappa, Yes, King Crimson, ELP...

[@SightAfterDark]

They are great for sure!

[@johnroberts3723]

Minstrel in the gallery 1975. There was a distinct change in tull music after this great album sadly not for the better in my opinion 😔

[@donaldlaubach-hv8ut]

It’s Baker Street Muse, not Baker Saint Muse

[@byteme9718]

They're muricans, never underestimate their ignorance.

[@martinhayward4466]

Have a crack checking out the "Folk Trilogy" albums, 77's Songs From The Wood, 78's Heavy Horses and 79's Stormwatch. Many great different cuts from hard rock to celtic folk. Like your views on this. Keen to hear more.

[@SightAfterDark]

Thanks Martin!

[@Jellybeantiger]

Catweazle loves this song.