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7. Jethro Tull

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With our top selection of Rush, we mentioned the lack of Progressive Rock acts in the Hall. The bulk of that genre originated in the United Kingdom and it is there where we make our next selection, Jethro Tull. However, like many other British Progressive Rock bands they are on the outside looking in.


Incorporating elements of Blues, Folk and Rock (not to mention a flute solo here and there), Jethro Tull had a great run in the early part of the 70’s. Their work in that time frame (Aqualung, Thick as a Brick) was critically revered and commercially successful. This combined with a stellar live act has generated a very loyal following that still exists to this day. Although they forayed into Electronic and harder Rock elements which produced weaker efforts in the 80’s, their early work was solid and difficult to ignore. Should Progressive Rock get another look from the Hall, Jethro Tull is a viable contender to get in.

Jethro Tull

 

The Bullet Points:

 

 

Previous Rank:

2010: #12

 

Eligible Since:

1993

 

Country of Origin:

United Kingdom (Blackpool, England)

 

Why They Will Get In:

They have a solid fan base and they were certainly unique.

 

Why They Won’t Get In:

Progressive Rock remains ignored by the Hall.

 

Nominated In:

Never

 

Essential Albums:

Aqualung (1971)

Thick as a Brick (1972)

War Child (1974)

Songs from the Wood (1977)

 

Our Five Favorite Songs as Chosen by Each Member of the

NIHOF Committee:

Aqualung (From Aqualung, 1971)

Locomotive Breath (From Aqualung, 1971)

Hymn 43 (From Aqualung, 1971)

Teacher (From Living in the Past, 1972)

Bungle in the Jungle (From War Child, 1974)

 

 

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Should Jethro Tull be in the Hall of Fame?

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Definitely put him in! - 46.7%
Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 30%
Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 16.7%
No opinion. - 0%
No way! - 6.7%
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+1 #1 Musicologist999 -0001-11-29 19:00
Just because you play a flute doesn't mean you can't be inducted in the RnR Hall Of Fame! Jethro Tull's music is incredible. Their huge body of work speaks for itself, and they've also got the big album sales and fan base to back them up. Ian Anderson is a genius, and he & his band of merry men have definitely carved a special niche for themselves in the history of Rock. Jethro Tull absolutely deserve to be in the Hall.
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+3 #2 jimmy26 -0001-11-29 19:00
I am trying to figure out a reason that Jethhro Tull shouldn't be in but I can't think of one. They were innovative enough to have a flute not only in the band but be a primary part of their sound. They were easily one of the most popular bands of their time as album sales adn concert attendance will attest. And thier skill and influence should not be in question. and they have the added bonus of being long lasting enough to beat out Metallica for the first heavy metal grammy award ever awarded. ironically i think that bit of trivia has actually hurt them as some of the headbangers now despise this great group and their has been a sort of backlash towards them that is sad cuz they need to be in. to be honest only deep purple from that era is more deserving and not by much.
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+2 #3 Sean -0001-11-29 19:00
Innovative sound with the flute, and actually only Pink Floyd and King Crimson had more critical acclaim than them among any of the prog-rock bands. However, their popularity among critics, fans, and classic rock radio seems to be waning relative to other similar prog-rock acts.I think they're going to have to wait until Yes, Rush, King Crimson, and the Moody Blues get in first. It's a shame that all the main prog-rock bands weren't in years ago, of course.
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+1 #4 Reboot Needed 2012-12-21 19:01
Any band that sticks its middle finger up to the record companies and deliberately makes an album with just one "song" on it like Thick As A Brick should be in for that reason alone! LOL

But seriously, I say put them in only after Yes is in. When it comes to Progressive Rock, Yes is much bigger and better than Tull.
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0 #5 Old rocker 2013-02-07 14:08
You don't mention their first 3 albums which were excellent: this was; stand up; and benefit. The last featured Teacher on the US album. These guys were great musicians and song writers. They exclusion is another reason the hall is a joke. Can't wait for Britney and Beiber to get in.
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0 #6 biograph 2013-05-12 04:04
Pretty f-ing ridiculous that Rush made it in before these guys. Of course, Rush wouldn't have made it had the Hall not opened up voting to the public. With the Eagles, the Bee Gees and ABBA (and now Rush) all in there, there is certainly room for Tull.
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