The Jethro Tull Story: 56 Years of Progressive Rock
Podcast:Tony Mantor's : Almost Live..... Nashville Published On: Tue Apr 01 2025 Description: Tony Mantor welcomes rock legend Ian Anderson of Jethro Tull to discuss the band's remarkable 56-year journey and their ongoing musical evolution since forming in 1967.• The real story behind the Jethro Tull band name: named after an 18th century agriculturist by a booking agent• How several band members from Anderson's high school days eventually reunited in Jethro Tull between 1969-1972• George Martin's influential advice to Anderson that he could produce his own records• Anderson's preference for intimate theater venues over massive arenas despite their commercial success• Reflections on iconic songs including Aqualung, Locomotive Breath, and Budapest• Details about the new Jethro Tull album releasing March 7, 2023, after being written during summer 2023• Anderson's philosophy of setting achievable goals rather than impossible expectations• Current touring plans across Europe including Finland, Hungary, Slovakia, France, Germany, Austria, and Spain