The Broadsword and the Beast by Jethro Tull Reviews

The Broadsword and the Beast by Jethro Tull

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  • The Unthinkable Happens: Jethro Tull Produces a Good Synth Album

    Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Dec 31, 2007
    Pros: A surprisingly convincing Tull synth excursion with memorable melodies.
    Cons: Hefty helpings of corn are delivered alongside the hooks.

    Summary: Continuing my walk through the desolate forest known as the “post-1972 Jethro Tull catalogue”, I’ve set up base in the band’s brief electronic era, of which 1982's “The Broadsword and the Beast” is the most worthy offering. If “A” and ... read more

  • You can’t say THAT on Epinions write off - Clear Understanding

    Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Apr 27, 2002
    Pros: Some good songs - fabulous cover art. The lyrics make more sense than is typical.
    Cons: Not classic Tull - overarranged with too many sounds fighting for space

    Summary: Mission Statement Epinions obviously sees itself as a parent. Like any good parent, it wishes to protect us from words and images that might damage our delicate psyches. So…in the words of mine host…So, innocently enough, ... read more

  • Bring Me My Broadsword!

    Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Apr 26, 2000
    Pros: Great mix of old and new
    Cons: Muddled sound

    Summary: B&TB was one of the first Tull albums with which I fell in love. Released in 1982, it was Tull leader Ian Anderson's attempt to return to a more traditional Tull sound. (For those not in the know, Tull's sound was a mix of rock, folk, blues, jazz, ... read more

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