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Post by Warchild Tsunami on Jun 9, 2011 10:55:47 GMT -5
O.K.,bear with me,a bit hungover!Kansas did a great set and play Portrait(He Knew)my favorite song by them.Tull opened with TAAB with a little fog machine going,guess to recreate the tear gas of riots 40 years ago,they then slipped onto Songs from The Wood,they also played Farm and Bouree,that was it for non Aqualung songs.All of Aqualung was played,great to hear those acoustic gems and I barked like a dog at appropriate moment during Windup!I believe in 2nd row they may have even heard me!Was a good level of energy but as I said a short show and no encore!Martin played exclusively his black Les Paul custom,no rack of choices for this show.As I said was definitely beer oclock last nite and will try to give more details and at some point when I travel back home to Boston will get some photos up.Was a lot of fun and great crowd so those seeing this tour down the road you will have a good time
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Post by Programme on Jun 9, 2011 12:51:46 GMT -5
Jethro Tull featuring Martin Barre
My impressions of the concert were influenced from being seated in the 3rd row, seat 25, in front of Martin and the Red Rocks PA speaker tower. Tull over the past years (at least according to Mikey behind the sound board) have turned down the volume as a kindness to the aging audience, and judging at the difficulty of many to walk from the parking lot to the venue, the years for many have been cruel. That said, it was a packed house, a breezy night, and I was treated to some of the best Jethro Tull music at full volume that I can recall.
Ian changed up the typical set list, preferring to put power into the early pieces. Brick, Farm (that I mistakenly thought started out as Budapest), Songs From, and Bouree set the stage for what was to come. Ian managed to put a transatlantic flight into the past few days, but seemed strong. Martin impressed right out of the gate. He was last to take the stage, and stood front and center most of the night in a way that I hadn't previously seen. I had read on this board that Martin had a particular view of Tull, but last night he owned the music. Aqualung and Cross Eyed Mary were played next, and I had it at full volume where I was sitting. It was at this point that I wished I had future tickets to this tour. Martin was fabulous.
On my set list I have Cheap Day Return, Mother Goose, Wondering Aloud, and Up to Me played next, with Doane on drums up at the face of the stage with Ian and Martin. Martin was clearly enjoying chatting up Doane, who was resplendent in purple and black with a very nice ball cap.
The singular piece for me last night was played next: My God. It opened in a slightly lower key than on the album, and Martin just ripped into the opening electric guitar part following Ian's lead. Since Ian's voice always gets the majority of the criticism, I'll say that on this song Ian's voice had a sweetness in his vocal range that I thought was permanently gone. Martin changed up some of the string melodies within the piece, and it was just wonderful to listen to.
Hymn 43 had Martin on a mandolin, and Slipstream ended with the players walking off a dark stage. This pause, and then return of the band shortly thereafter eliminated that time in the concert of extended applause and foot stomping to create the requisite encore. It was a little confusing at first, but then everyone caught on to what was happening.
Tull returned with the opening of Locomotive (Love the opening keyboard, but it's aways accompanied by some sadness that the night is nearing an end). This was played per the album with power, but with a few bars of Teacher inserted into the middle. As Ian walked back into the spotlight I was wondering if he was going to sing a few lines from that song, but he didn't. They ended, took their bows, and then it was over. I was watching Martin, and he seemed very pleased with his performance. He was magnificent.
Some general impressions:
With Kansas as the opening act I assumed that it was going to be a 1 set Tull concert. The songs and order of songs described here may change through the rest of the tour if Ian inserts an interval.
I'm guessing that Ian is using more recorded backup segments that are played along with the songs. There were some timing issues last night that will probably get worked out in time, but it left me wondering how much of this backup is being used.
I greatly appreciated being surrounded by hard core Tull fans. What a treat. This is a hard core Tull song set, and it was all business last night -- sitting on a park bench-- at Red Rocks.
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Post by tootull on Jun 9, 2011 15:36:05 GMT -5
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Post by Bkasl on Jun 9, 2011 16:43:45 GMT -5
Just to confirm previous post on no encore due to Kansas opening, I was able to meet Doane Perrys brother who sat behind us in row 13 and he advised last night was the only night for an opening act on this tour, but Kansas was good, still not enought Tull songs.
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Post by KC on Jun 9, 2011 16:47:32 GMT -5
I agree with most everything already mentioned. Want to re-emphasize the fresh nature of Ian's vocals which were about the best in the last 10 years. Hope they last through the tour. Also an emphasis on the strength of the band seeming to have improved really rocking vintage Tull. I may have too many orchestral sessions behind me, but boy have I missed old school Tull. They were back at Red Rocks. It looked like the boys really enjoyed playing together. The set list:
Thick as a Brick
Songs from the Wood
Farm on the Freeway
Bouree
Aqualung
Cross eyed Mary
Cheap day return
Mother goose
Wondering aloud
Up to me
My god
Jesus saves
Slipstream
Wind up
Locomotive breath
They moved Wind Up ahead of Loco so Loco could be the rousing finale. Great night.
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Post by Bkasl on Jun 9, 2011 17:14:06 GMT -5
Forgot to mention in conversation with James Perry last night, his brother Doane is due for rotator surgery soon to repair shoulder problems from playing drums for 45 years.
Noticed Doane and Martin hugging and laughing during accoustic Ian set with binoculars in dark near drum set, they seem the most compatible of the 5, however I do miss the antics of Andy Giddings as John O'Hara lacks something.
David Goudier seems to be finding his place with the band, more animated that previous years' and a good bassist.
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Post by Nonfatman on Jun 9, 2011 18:22:27 GMT -5
Jethro Tull featuring Martin Barre My impressions of the concert were influenced from being seated in the 3rd row, seat 25, in front of Martin and the Red Rocks PA speaker tower. Tull over the past years (at least according to Mikey behind the sound board) have turned down the volume as a kindness to the aging audience, and judging at the difficulty of many to walk from the parking lot to the venue, the years for many have been cruel. That said, it was a packed house, a breezy night, and I was treated to some of the best Jethro Tull music at full volume that I can recall. Ian changed up the typical set list, preferring to put power into the early pieces. Brick, Farm (that I mistakenly thought started out as Budapest), Songs From, and Bouree set the stage for what was to come. Ian managed to put a transatlantic flight into the past few days, but seemed strong. Martin impressed right out of the gate. He was last to take the stage, and stood front and center most of the night in a way that I hadn't previously seen. I had read on this board that Martin had a particular view of Tull, but last night he owned the music. Aqualung and Cross Eyed Mary were played next, and I had it at full volume where I was sitting. It was at this point that I wished I had future tickets to this tour. Martin was fabulous. On my set list I have Cheap Day Return, Mother Goose, Wondering Aloud, and Up to Me played next, with Doane on drums up at the face of the stage with Ian and Martin. Martin was clearly enjoying chatting up Doane, who was resplendent in purple and black with a very nice ball cap. The singular piece for me last night was played next: My God. It opened in a slightly lower key than on the album, and Martin just ripped into the opening electric guitar part following Ian's lead. Since Ian's voice always gets the majority of the criticism, I'll say that on this song Ian's voice had a sweetness in his vocal range that I thought was permanently gone. Martin changed up some of the string melodies within the piece, and it was just wonderful to listen to. Hymn 43 had Martin on a mandolin, and Slipstream ended with the players walking off a dark stage. This pause, and then return of the band shortly thereafter eliminated that time in the concert of extended applause and foot stomping to create the requisite encore. It was a little confusing at first, but then everyone caught on to what was happening. Tull returned with the opening of Locomotive (Love the opening keyboard, but it's aways accompanied by some sadness that the night is nearing an end). This was played per the album with power, but with a few bars of Teacher inserted into the middle. As Ian walked back into the spotlight I was wondering if he was going to sing a few lines from that song, but he didn't. They ended, took their bows, and then it was over. I was watching Martin, and he seemed very pleased with his performance. He was magnificent. Some general impressions: With Kansas as the opening act I assumed that it was going to be a 1 set Tull concert. The songs and order of songs described here may change through the rest of the tour if Ian inserts an interval. I'm guessing that Ian is using more recorded backup segments that are played along with the songs. There were some timing issues last night that will probably get worked out in time, but it left me wondering how much of this backup is being used. I greatly appreciated being surrounded by hard core Tull fans. What a treat. This is a hard core Tull song set, and it was all business last night -- sitting on a park bench-- at Red Rocks. Thanks for the full review, Michael, and you know, it definitely makes a big difference when you are sitting close to the stage, both in terms of sound and the overall performance. As an audience member you are just much more involved with the show, the sound is louder and better and you pick up on a lot of little things that folks in the back might not notice. I know I owe you that avatar, but I think you're request of Very Best of Tull may already be in use by another member and I think the same goes for the Passion Play dancer. I'll give you something real nice, though, just give me a few days on that! Jeff |
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Post by TM on Jun 9, 2011 20:12:09 GMT -5
Thanks for the reviews, and it's nice to hear that Ian is still on a "roll" with his live performances.  |
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Post by Nonfatman on Jun 9, 2011 20:43:07 GMT -5
Forgot to mention in conversation with James Perry last night, his brother Doane is due for rotator surgery soon to repair shoulder problems from playing drums for 45 years. Noticed Doane and Martin hugging and laughing during accoustic Ian set with binoculars in dark near drum set, they seem the most compatible of the 5, however I do miss the antics of Andy Giddings as John O'Hara lacks something. David Goudier seems to be finding his place with the band, more animated that previous years' and a good bassist. Very cool that you got to speak with Doane's brother, BK. Was Heather there too? I agree with you about missing Giddings antics, as well as his keyboard which I like better than Ohara's. This edition of Tull is very solid, though. It just doesn't have much personality or sense of humor on stage. Jeff |
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Post by Nonfatman on Jun 9, 2011 21:15:18 GMT -5
O.K.,bear with me,a bit hungover!Kansas did a great set and play Portrait(He Knew)my favorite song by them.Tull opened with TAAB with a little fog machine going,guess to recreate the tear gas of riots 40 years ago,they then slipped onto Songs from The Wood,they also played Farm and Bouree,that was it for non Aqualung songs.All of Aqualung was played,great to hear those acoustic gems and I barked like a dog at appropriate moment during Windup!I believe in 2nd row they may have even heard me!Was a good level of energy but as I said a short show and no encore!Martin played exclusively his black Les Paul custom,no rack of choices for this show.As I said was definitely beer oclock last nite and will try to give more details and at some point when I travel back home to Boston will get some photos up.Was a lot of fun and great crowd so those seeing this tour down the road you will have a good time Hi, James It sounds like it was a nice night and a lively crowd, which does seem to make a difference in the energy level of the band. I hope you were able to get the ride that you needed and had a chance to hang out with some Tull fans and do some drinking, which it appears that you most definitely did! It's too bad about the short set list and lack of encore, though. It's always that way when there's an opening band, but at least you had a classic band like Kansas, whose riffs were always Tull-inspired. Jeff |
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Post by marktoth on Jun 10, 2011 19:03:47 GMT -5
Headed out tonight for the Phoenix stop. Thanks for the reviews! CANT WAIT!
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Post by Warchild Tsunami on Jun 11, 2011 18:44:57 GMT -5
How was AZ. show,as more details return to my fogged head now am back home(2100 miles!)had a few more details.First off,while hanging in the hills before show saw the smoke from Az.fires,thats a ways off,hope they get a handle on that!I met a survivor from the Red Rocks riots,his memory unfortunately was a bit hazy but said despite fiasco was a fun show.I met another guy who had his Passion Play stub in wallet,chatted with him for about an hour exchanging war stories of tours from the 70's on.many folks there were handing out free "cookies and brownies",did not partake as wanted to remember the show!The Red Stripe was more than enough to enhance the mood.Wish this tour was hitting New England,very strong fan base here and remember foundly multiple nights at the Garden with a few roud trips to Providence and Me. thrown in each tour.Anyhow,looking forward to hearing how the tour is doing as it rolls on.
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Post by six3ten on Jun 12, 2011 2:43:32 GMT -5
Not to generate vitriol (Mike), but i want to reiterate that i believe (!) that Ian was in fine voice for his 64 years (please emphasize those last 4 words) (8-10-1947), & despite all the arguments he's had with his body over the years (especially since the thrombosis). From what i could see, very few of us danced around like we did 30 years ago. We were in the very back, so that may have made a difference in how each individual performance was perceived. BTW: thank you, everyone who got the set list right; yes, they did perform Farm, which is decidedly post-"A". And thank you, Michael, for identifying "a few bars of Teacher"; in context, it was familiar, but i wasn't sure.
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Post by Deleted on Jun 12, 2011 6:06:32 GMT -5
I think that there is a growing acceptance both amongst fans and possibly in the Tull camp itself, that Ian's voice isn't what it was 40 years ago, but I do think that over the last few tours it has improved significantly over a particularly dark period of several years ago.
I heard Ian at the Canterbury gig at Christmas and his voice was pretty strong given his previous problems. Several years ago his voice, or more the lack of it, nearly made me give up seeing him and Tull; it was only a few fan reviews that made me change my mind, and I'm gald I did.
I'm good with Ian dropping the dancing and leaping, I have nine fewer trips round the sun under my belt than Ian, and I know that I couldn't do what he does on stage. I think it can also sometimes detract from the strength of his musicianship, maybe less in the way of 'stage antics' and greater focus on his own playing is what makes more and more 'media critics' praise the shows rather than focus just on his voice.
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Post by Nonfatman on Jun 12, 2011 8:59:06 GMT -5
Headed out tonight for the Phoenix stop. Thanks for the reviews! CANT WAIT! Welcome to the Board, Mark! So, how was the show? Jeff |
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