This album "Living in the Past" is a double album quasi-compilation collection by Jethro Tull which contains album tracks, outtakes, the "Life Is A Long Song" EP, and all of their singles non-lp tracks except "Aeroplane", "Sunshine Day", "One For John Gee", "17" and the original United Kingdom version of "Teacher" (the United States single version, included in the US version of "Benefit", was included instead). These tracks were all re-released on the "20 Years of Jethro Tull" in 1988 (and except "Aeroplane" and the UK version of "Teacher" as bonus tracks.
"Living in the Past" is a double LP gatefold 12" vinyl album by the British rock band Jethro Tull. Released in 1972, the album holds a unique place in the band's discography and the history of rock music. It's considered a quasi-compilation album, featuring a diverse collection of tracks that span Jethro Tull's career up to that point.
The album's title track, "Living in the Past", was originally released as a single in 1969 and became one of Jethro Tull's most recognizable songs. The album itself, however, goes beyond just featuring hit singles. It includes a mix of album tracks, outtakes, non-LP singles, and even the entire "Life Is A Long Song" EP. Notably, it includes nearly all of the band's singles non-LP tracks, except for a few exceptions.
This compilation was put together during a time of transition for Jethro Tull. The band had already made a significant impact with albums like "Aqualung" (1971) and "Thick as a Brick" (1972). "Living in the Past" was released between these two albums and offered fans a chance to revisit the band's earlier material and experience some previously unreleased tracks.
The album's content spans a range of styles, reflecting Jethro Tull's unique blend of progressive rock, folk, and blues influences. From the heavy riffs of "Aqualung" to the acoustic charm of "Life Is A Long Song", and from the folk-inspired "Witch's Promise" to the whimsical "Inside", the album showcases the band's versatility and Ian Anderson's distinctive songwriting.
"Living in the Past" also features the band's trademark instrument, the flute, which played a significant role in defining Jethro Tull's sound. Ian Anderson's flute work, along with his distinct vocals, contributed to the band's recognizable and often genre-defying style.
The album's gatefold design added to its allure, as it invited listeners to explore its contents both visually and musically. The gatefold jacket typically opens up to reveal additional artwork, photographs, and sometimes even lyrics, providing fans with a deeper connection to the music.
As the years went by, "Living in the Past" remained a fan favorite and an important representation of Jethro Tull's early years. Its eclectic collection of tracks serves as a snapshot of the band's evolution and their ability to push the boundaries of rock music.
Interestingly, the album's title track, "Living in the Past", has often been misattributed to the album "Thick as a Brick" due to its connection to that era of Jethro Tull's history. However, the song was released and first featured on this album.
In 1988, many of the tracks from "Living in the Past" were re-released on the compilation album "20 Years of Jethro Tull", providing further testament to the enduring appeal of the music found on the original release.
Music Genre: Prog Rock |
Album Production Information: The album: "JETHRO TULL - Living in the Past Gatefold" was produced by: Terry Ellis, Ian Anderson Remixing Engineer(s): Robin Black Robin Black (Producer, Sound Engineer) active since the mid-1970s as sound engineer and producer for British music bands. He has worked on early albums for the British bands : "Blodwyn Pig" "Black Sabbath" and "Jethro Tull" . This album was remixed at: Morgan Studio, London, England Album cover design: CCS |
Record Label & Catalognr: White/Blue Chrysalis 6499 520 |
Packaging: Double LP Gatefold/FOC (Fold Open Cover) Album Cover Design with artwork / photos on the inside cover pages |
Media Format: Double LP 12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone RecordTotal Album (Cover+Records) weight: 680 gram |
Year & Country: 1972 Made in Germany |
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: JETHRO TULL - Living in the Past Gatefold |
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Complete Track-listing of the album "JETHRO TULL - Living in the Past Gatefold" |
The detailed tracklist of this record "JETHRO TULL - Living in the Past Gatefold" is:
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Record Label Details: White and Blue Colour and White Butterfly logo, CHRYSALIS 6499 520 , Made in Germany
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