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Post by TM on Sept 23, 2012 12:02:09 GMT -5
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Post by TM on Sept 24, 2012 9:25:41 GMT -5
DON'T BE THICK AS A BRICK
EAT HERE BEFORE THE SHOWRead the sign at a nearby restaurant in St. Augustine, Florida, the oldest continuously occupied European-established city and port in the US complete with it's Spanish charm. Every attempt to photograph that sign failed as the camera on my cell was simply not up to the task. But this seaport city was ready, and we were ready for a special night of prog rock - Gerald Bostock style. Enter the 4,100 seat amphitheater (not sold out). Large dark beer in hand we make our way down to the "pit" to find our seats. How lucky are we? A beautiful late summer night in Florida and we're sitting 3rd row center to see Ian and his band perform the classic TAAB and his best solo album ever. As we enter the pit, the usher advises us .... "the band has requested that the audience remain in their seats during the performance." He can't be serious can he? Oh yes he can. So now onward to the show, but be sure to curb your enthusiasm before you sit your ass down on that seat. The show itself was very good, although as our friend Chea has told us, it's not really a rock concert. It's more like a stage musical. And of course this is not Jethro Tull as well - sorry Jim. But the band does a good job with the music even though at times I found myself thinking of past Tull members rather than simply enjoying the guys on stage. The person who makes the greatest impression during the show is Ryan. I'm sure he's a great guy and all but it was clear from the start that this young man belongs in the theater, and not in a rock band. I felt like we were watching a young Dick Van Dyke straight out of Mary Poppins. And while Ryan's vocals are very good, he 'acts' his lines instead of singing them. With Ian, who's voice was very good I might add, there's honesty in his delivery. Maybe this is something that you can only sense if you're seated up close - I don't know. But the more he sang the more disappointed I was that I was not hearing Ian. This was very similar to what occurred in mid-2000's when we were force-fed those attractive female violinists at the expense of Jethro Tull themselves. So all in all it was a very good show but it wasn't anywhere near what it could have been. Truly a case of what-if's, maybes, and what might have beens.... I give it 3 and half TM's 
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Post by jtul07 on Sept 24, 2012 14:36:22 GMT -5
DON'T BE THICK AS A BRICK
EAT HERE BEFORE THE SHOWRead the sign at a nearby restaurant in St. Augustine, Florida, the oldest continuously occupied European-established city and port in the US complete with it's Spanish charm. Every attempt to photograph that sign failed as the camera on my cell was simply not up to the task. But this seaport city was ready, and we were ready for a special night of prog rock - Gerald Bostock style. Enter the 4,100 seat amphitheater (not sold out). Large dark beer in hand we make our way down to the "pit" to find our seats. How lucky are we? A beautiful late summer night in Florida and we're sitting 3rd row center to see Ian and his band perform the classic TAAB and his best solo album ever. As we enter the pit, the usher advises us .... "the band has requested that the audience remain in their seats during the performance." He can't be serious can he? Oh yes he can. So now onward to the show, but be sure to curb your enthusiasm before you sit your ass down on that seat. The show itself was very good, although as our friend Chea has told us, it's not really a rock concert. It's more like a stage musical. And of course this is not Jethro Tull as well - sorry Jim. But the band does a good job with the music even though at times I found myself thinking of past Tull members rather than simply enjoying the guys on stage. The person who makes the greatest impression during the show is Ryan.
I'm sure he's a great guy and all but it was clear from the start that
this young man belongs in the theater, and not in a rock band.
I felt like we were watching a young Dick Van Dyke straight out of Mary Poppins.
And while Ryan's vocals are very good, he 'acts' his lines instead of singing them.
With Ian, who's voice was very good I might add, there's honesty in his delivery.
Maybe this is something that you can only sense if you're seated up close - I don't know.
But the more he sang the more disappointed I was that I was not hearing Ian.
This was very similar to what occurred in mid-2000's when we were force-fed
those attractive female violinists at the expense of Jethro Tull themselves. So all in all it was a very good show but it wasn't anywhere near what it could have been. Truly a case of what-if's, maybes, and what might have beens.... I give it 3 and half TM's Interesting Review Paul. I'll admit the control of audience participation is not the best idea, but I will adjust. My camera will be fully charged for the possibility that I can escape detection through the security. Of course the flash will be turned off anyway.  The most surprising part is your dislike of sexy female violinists over the years. Did you attend any of the "War Child" Tour in 1975? I believe Tull used 4 with long black dresses and white afro wigs. I never felt Force Fed at all. They were quite delicious. ;D Now I won't change your opinion about Ryan O'Donnell, but his ability to act out the lines was what Ian wanted. As a performer who sings and acts, this should be fun for all. I actually like Dick Van Dyke in Mary Poppins. This adds even more to the equation. I respect your desire to have original members playing as though it was 1972. However, 2012 is one fun year so far. I've not heard or seen as much about Tull ever before. You Tube gives us some great stuff just like the video from West Palm Beach. I'll let you know more after Friday night. Jesus! It's almost here.  |
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Post by Tull50 on Sept 24, 2012 16:16:07 GMT -5
Paul sorry to disagree with you, but this is something that I expected. If you ask me who was waiting, I will answer that when you go to a show with preconceived ideas, the result is usually negative. Really the show is more than a progressive rock concert, if you want to call musical, for me it's perfect! Ian demonstrates her reinvention over the years. I must say that at no time I remembered the previous musicians, I think the current do flawlessly. Nothing to say about Ryan, I think it is simply the best choice for this great show As you can see we disagree on almost everything, I think it is not good to live in the past, the past was glorious but the future looks promising. Do not speak a Tull fan four years ago, he speaks a Tull fan since 74, I have many concerts in my back, I have 50 years Of course I respect your opinion, but I'm not at all agree This is not Jethro Tull (missing a member?) This is the new Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson I give it 8/10(I'm very rigorous scoring), do not know if the show was performed as in Spain ... really I was in the 1st row and Ian's voice is better than a few years ago. Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson-Locomotive Breath Encore Long live Jethro Tull!Remy  P.S. I want more musicals like this! I hope I was respectful to my comments, if not is because of my poor knowledge of the language  |
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Post by Teacher on Sept 24, 2012 16:33:58 GMT -5
Sorry the concert was not all you hoped it would be, but my enthusiasm about the show on Friday has not been curbed. I am as excited as ever about seeing it. As I watch the concert I will not be dwelling on past band members or the name of the band. I will be enjoying the music and watching the show. I’m betting the sound quality of this TAAB will be much better than what I heard at Dorton Arena in 1972. I am very glad to hear that Ian’s voice was sounding good and since there is no news about him pitching a fit at an unruly fan, I gather everyone stayed in their seats. That will be a difficult thing for me to do. Hopefully, I will be allowed to bounce around a little in my chair. If not, I may be in trouble. Thanks for posting your take on the show. I will be catching it twice, on Friday and on Saturday. I can hardly wait! ;D
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Post by Tullabye on Sept 24, 2012 16:35:25 GMT -5
I agree Monkey....haven't yet been to the show (next month in Long Beach) but I haven't cared for Ryan's at all. Ian shouls always do the singing and if he cannot then instrumentall concerts and recordings would be alright by me.
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Post by Tull50 on Sept 24, 2012 17:11:21 GMT -5
I'd very careful about any movement whatsoever! Paul, sounds about right. I am not watching any of the youtube stuff from this tour but what little I did see looked just like you described, dick van dykeish. You're right it's not a rock concert it's an Ian Anderson mini-musical. As long as I realize this I should be able to enjoy the show, but I do not like being told I can't leave my seat during the show. Been there before though. I disagree again in Spain if you can get out of your seat and dance or buy beer, nor does it seem a little musical, I think a great show or a great musical if you prefer... Maybe in the USA stewarts are less permissive You can always say that your prostate is not good to leave your seat It is the 1st time in many years that Jethro Tull-Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson? received unanimously positive reviews from all the Spanish pressRemy P.S.They can review my post of Sant Feliu and check what I tell them thejethrotullboard.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=tours&action=display&thread=3055 |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 24, 2012 17:13:31 GMT -5
Big difference though Jim. One was a string quartet playing in the background to recreate the string sections as they were played on the albums. The later playing more a lead type of roll, front of the stage playing full renditions of Led Zeppelin and Queen songs.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 24, 2012 17:31:09 GMT -5
Paul sorry to disagree with you, but this is something that I expected. If you ask me who was waiting, I will answer that when you go to a show with preconceived ideas, the result is usually negative. Really the show is more than a progressive rock concert, if you want to call musical, for me it's perfect! Ian demonstrates her reinvention over the years. I must say that at no time I remembered the previous musicians, I think the current do flawlessly. Nothing to say about Ryan, I think it is simply the best choice for this great show As you can see we disagree on almost everything, I think it is not good to live in the past, the past was glorious but the future looks promising. Do not speak a Tull fan four years ago, he speaks a Tull fan since 74, I have many concerts in my back, I have 50 years Of course I respect your opinion, but I'm not at all agree This is not Jethro Tull (missing a member?) This is the new Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson I give it 8/10(I'm very rigorous scoring), do not know if the show was performed as in Spain ... really I was in the 1st row and Ian's voice is better than a few years ago. eeeeeeeeeehhh I...... think he's entitled to his opinion. Thats why we're all here idnit? Living in da past aint so bad.....especially when it was so good! With all due respect..... I'm going to the new shows, 2 different nights, but I go harboring no illusions that this is the bright new future for Tull. Better to see a tribute band WITH Ian than without. Thanks for your review Paul.. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 24, 2012 17:32:00 GMT -5
I'd very careful about any movement whatsoever! Paul, sounds about right. I am not watching any of the youtube stuff from this tour but what little I did see looked just like you described, dick van dykeish. You're right it's not a rock concert it's an Ian Anderson mini-musical. As long as I realize this I should be able to enjoy the show, but I do not like being told I can't leave my seat during the show. Been there before though. I disagree again in Spain if you can get out of your seat and dance or buy beer, nor does it seem a little musical, I think a great show or a great musical if you prefer... Maybe in the USA stewarts are less permissive You can always say that your prostate is not good to leave your seat It is the 1st time in many years that Jethro Tull-Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson? received unanimously positive reviews from all the Spanish pressRemy P.S.They can review my post of Sant Feliu and check what I tell them Remy, i'm sure reviews are positive and it's a great show for what it is.. Most of us realize it is what it is, and I don't think anyone is really expecting anything other than that. Of course many of us here disagree about things. I admit that I myself do tend to live in the past a little and that's simply because that is the band that I love more than any other. I would not be into Tull if not for the 70's era. Just to be honest. I am excited to see the show but I am not expecting it to be anywhere near the old days. I will be front row dead center. I will not be able to wink without Ian knowing about it. I will not be, drinking, talking, moving, dancing, nodding my head, getting up to pee, singing along, and I certainly wont be recording, taking pictures, or filming. Now hopefully it will still be fun |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 24, 2012 17:34:54 GMT -5
Living in da past aint so bad.....especially when it was so good! lol, Darin we think alike! |
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Post by jtul07 on Sept 24, 2012 17:39:18 GMT -5
Big difference though Jim. One was a string quartet playing in the background
to recreate the string sections as they were played on the albums.
The later playing more a lead type of roll, front of the stage playing full renditions of Led Zeppelin and Queen songs. Correct Erin. I was unable to see these shows except on You Tube. I would still have paid for front row. Any time Ian has hot ladies with violins and Tull onstage, it's gravy! ;D Anna Phoebe Rocks! |
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Post by Tull50 on Sept 24, 2012 17:43:27 GMT -5
I disagree again in Spain if you can get out of your seat and dance or buy beer, nor does it seem a little musical, I think a great show or a great musical if you prefer... Maybe in the USA stewarts are less permissive You can always say that your prostate is not good to leave your seat It is the 1st time in many years that Jethro Tull-Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson? received unanimously positive reviews from all the Spanish pressRemy P.S.They can review my post of Sant Feliu and check what I tell them Remy, i'm sure reviews are positive and it's a great show for what it is.. Most of us realize it is what it is, and I don't think anyone is really expecting anything other than that. Of course many of us here disagree about things. I admit that I myself do tend to live in the past a little and that's simply because that is the band that I love more than any other. I would not be into Tull if not for the 70's era. Just to be honest. I am excited to see the show but I am not expecting it to be anywhere near the old days. I will be front row dead center. I will not be able to wink without Ian knowing about it. I will not be, drinking, talking, moving, dancing, nodding my head, getting up to pee, singing along, and I certainly wont be recording, taking pictures, or filming. Now hopefully it will still be fun John, I can not understand why standards are different in Spain-Europe? and USA In Spain only filming was difficult, but everything else was allowed People dancing near the stage and myself on the 1st row in front of Ian, I woke up at least 3 times to buy beer, smoking was allowed The show was in an open space... |
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Post by Tull50 on Sept 24, 2012 17:50:14 GMT -5
Living in da past aint so bad.....especially when it was so good! lol, Darin we think alike! I also would like to have another 20 years but at the moment it is not possible I prefer to enjoy the past and live the present LOL |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 24, 2012 17:56:14 GMT -5
Remy, i'm sure reviews are positive and it's a great show for what it is.. Most of us realize it is what it is, and I don't think anyone is really expecting anything other than that. Of course many of us here disagree about things. I admit that I myself do tend to live in the past a little and that's simply because that is the band that I love more than any other. I would not be into Tull if not for the 70's era. Just to be honest. I am excited to see the show but I am not expecting it to be anywhere near the old days. I will be front row dead center. I will not be able to wink without Ian knowing about it. I will not be, drinking, talking, moving, dancing, nodding my head, getting up to pee, singing along, and I certainly wont be recording, taking pictures, or filming. Now hopefully it will still be fun John, I can not understand why standards are different in Spain-Europe? and USA In Spain only filming was difficult, but everything else was allowed People dancing near the stage and myself on the 1st row in front of Ian, I woke up at least 3 times to buy beer, smoking was allowed The show was in an open space... Remy, It's a known fact that Ian does not like american audiences although was it not in Spain where Ian recently threw a fit during a Change of Horses because an audience member was talking? Tull shows used to be so much fun then we started getting notices at our seat that we shall remain seated throughout. No getting up for drinks, If I had to pee I had to hold it in! over a hundred bucks for a ticket and I can't PEE!  |
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Post by jtul07 on Sept 24, 2012 18:00:40 GMT -5
I think I will pee before the show and during intermission. The key is bladder control. Practice holding your pee as long as possible and then let it out right before the show. Don't drink more than you can handle. |
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Post by Tull50 on Sept 24, 2012 18:08:44 GMT -5
John, I can not understand why standards are different in Spain-Europe? and USA In Spain only filming was difficult, but everything else was allowed People dancing near the stage and myself on the 1st row in front of Ian, I woke up at least 3 times to buy beer, smoking was allowed The show was in an open space... Remy, It's a known fact that Ian does not like american audiences although was it not in Spain where Ian recently threw a fit during a Change of Horses because an audience member was talking? Tull shows used to be so much fun then we started getting notices at our seat that we shall remain seated throughout. No getting up for drinks, If I had to pee I had to hold it in! over a hundred bucks for a ticket and I can't PEE! Of course you have every right to complain, does not seem right that discriminatory treatment. I hope you enjoy the show despite these limitations This time I agree with you  Good night, it's late in Spain 1:10 a.m., I sleep Tomorrow |
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Post by Tull50 on Sept 24, 2012 18:14:13 GMT -5
I think I will pee before the show and during intermission. The key is bladder control. Practice holding your pee as long as possible and then let it out right before the show. Don't drink more than you can handle. Enjoy the show and do not drink much Remy P.S.is possible that Ian this checking how are your prostates LOL |
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Post by jtul07 on Sept 24, 2012 18:51:18 GMT -5
I think I will pee before the show and during intermission. The key is bladder control. Practice holding your pee as long as possible and then let it out right before the show. Don't drink more than you can handle.
Remy
P.S.is possible that Ian this checking how are your prostates LOLI wonder if Paul would have volunteered for this? Only for Brave Tull Fans.  |
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Post by TM on Sept 24, 2012 19:35:50 GMT -5
Just to clarify, I did indeed enjoy the show which is why I gave 3.5 out of 5 stars. And even though I knew it was going to be a bit different, I guess I didn't expect to see Ian take such a back seat to Ryan.
Again, this is not a knock on Ryan, but just the opinion of a long time Tull fan. Ryan was well received by the audience, so the chances are you will enjoy his performance as well. Please let me know.
Another point I'd like to clarify is the past members. I wouldn't describe my thoughts as dwelling or living in the past since my thoughts were of the most recent Jethro Tull touring band, not 1972.
This group did a fantastic job, and I thoroughly enjoyed hearing numerous parts of TAAB live for the very first time as well as the new album. But I did find myself questioning why I'm wasn't watching Martin and Doane?
But no offense taken by those of a different opinion, and I'm positive everyone will enjoy the show - even with the restraints placed upon you by Ian.
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Post by TM on Sept 24, 2012 19:37:49 GMT -5
I wonder if Paul would have volunteered for this? Only for Brave Tull Fans. Neither! |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 27, 2012 11:22:42 GMT -5
Cheers Paul. when I saw the gig at hammersmith they were having problems with the video projection and coupled with a fat twat who decided to go for a leak at that precise moment I couldn't get a good picture of it. If anyone can get a half decent snap of it I'd be grateful |
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Post by TM on Sept 27, 2012 12:28:33 GMT -5
Cheers Paul. when I saw the gig at hammersmith they were having problems with the video projection and coupled with a fat twat who decided to go for a leak at that precise moment I couldn't get a good picture of it. If anyone can get a half decent snap of it I'd be grateful It gets flashed up on the big screen several times throughout the show so hopefully someone will get a good shot for you. |
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Post by jtul07 on Jan 28, 2013 9:31:45 GMT -5
A blast from the recent past. :-XIan Anderson in concert at the St. Augustine amphitheater Fri. Sept. 21 St. Augustine Amphitheater - Jethro Tull's Ian Anderson - Living in the present
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