
From Loudersound.
In October last year, it was announced that the first ever official book about Jethro Tull was to be published by Rocket 88.
The book has been written by Mark Blake and is being overseen by Ian Anderson, who has collaborated with members and former members of the band to complete the publication.
It will feature memories, personal photos, memorabilia, classic and previously unseen live photography, behind-the-scenes snaps, original press cuttings and album art.
Two editions were announced: The Classic version and the limited edition Signature Edition, which will be limited to just 500 copies.
Today, it’s been revealed that both will be released in November on a date to be finalised, with the Signature Edition featuring a new Tull 7-inch single, with material recorded specifically for the project.
The A-side will contain a narrative poem written and read by Anderson called The Ballad Of Jethro Tull and it’ll be accompanied by “a unique and original mix of classic Tull music.”
The B-side features Anderson reading Walter Scott’s 1808 poem Marmion, with musical backing composed and played by John O’Hara on a cathedral organ.
The Signature Edition will be presented in a box containing two prints specially commissioned for the book by artist Pete Klucik, who also created the cover design.
Each will also be autographed by Anderson.
The Classic Edition, meanwhile, will come with a download code for both of the new recordings.
Speaking previously about The Ballad Of Jethro Tull, Anderson said: “It’s been on my mind to find an effective way of telling the Jethro Tull story and as we celebrate – in slight disbelief – our 50th anniversary.
“Now seems as good a time as any to draw on the recollections of the very many musicians who played a part in Jethro Tull. Some guys are sadly no longer with us and others will be hard to reach but this project will seek to provide the definitive Jethro Tull story – as told by Jethro Tull.”
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JETHRO TULL A Passion Play (Complete 1973 Japanese limited edition two-part LP manufactured by King Records, housed in a deluxe gatefold picture sleeve with die-cut pockets, an eight-page 'programme' booklet, a Japanese/ company insert, a large fold-out poster & the rare wide obi-strip. The packaging is Excellent with very little age wear, the poster is unused & the vinyl appears Near Mint with few signs of play. Hard to find complete, this is a stunning collector's copy! CHR-1040)
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JETHRO TULL Stand Up (1970 UK issue of the 1969 10-track stereo LP on the third textured pink label variant with white 'i', housed in a pop-up gatefold picture sleeve. The sleeve is Very Good with a little notable age wear including a few scuffs& light discolouring on the back, the vinyl is clean & shows a few minor spindle marks leaving it VG+. Although not mint, this is still a very good example of this increasingly hard to find variant! ILPS9103)
- Jethro Tull - Aqualung - 4th - EX - UK - vinyl LP - £18.00, $24.48, €20.16 (Back In Stock) (arrived 11-Feb-2021 10:35)on March 8, 2021 at 12:52 pm
JETHRO TULL Aqualung (1973 UK fourth issue of the 1971 11-track LP with gothic label print & 'All Rights' perimeter text, complete with lyric inner, textured gatefold picture sleeve. The sleeve shows just light shelfwear & some notable foxingto the inner, whilst the vinyl remains in excellent condition with few signs of play CHR1044)
- Jethro Tull - M.U. - The Best Of Jethro Tull + Poster - UK - vinyl LP - £15.00, $20.40, €16.80 (Back In Stock) (arrived 11-Feb-2021 10:35)on March 8, 2021 at 12:52 pm
JETHRO TULL M.U. (1976 UK 11-track compilation LP, embossed picture sleeve with fold out discography poster. The sleeve shows little wear & the vinyl is Excellent & appears barely played CHR1078)
- Jethro Tull - This Was - 180g Reissue - UK - vinyl LP - £35.00, $47.60, €39.20 (New Item) (arrived 16-Feb-2021 10:16)on March 8, 2021 at 12:52 pm
JETHRO TULL This Was (1999 UK Limited Edition Audiophile issue of the 1968 10-track LP pressed on 180gram virgin vinyl, pink retro-style Chrysalis labels, issued as part of the Millennium Vinyl Collection, high quality glossy gatefold picture sleeve. The sleeve has very little wear and the vinyl looks seldom played)
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