About

Sound in a sentence: "With layered textures that interplay between rhythmic precision and improvisational freedom, their music pulses with a lively elasticity, creating both tension and release."
Jethro Tull holds a distinctive position in music history, not just for their innovative sound but for how they redefined the boundaries of rock. Their willingness to incorporate elements of folk, jazz, and classical into a rock framework challenged conventional norms and opened up avenues for experimentation that have influenced countless artists.
Jethro Tull holds a distinctive position in music history, not just for their innovative sound but for how they redefined the boundaries of rock. Their willingness to incorporate elements of folk, jazz, and classical into a rock framework challenged conventional norms and opened up avenues for experimentation that have influenced countless artists. In many ways, Tull's work serves as a bridge between the traditional and the avant-garde, inviting listeners to engage with music that is as intellectually stimulating as it is sonically rich. The band’s approach often centers around intricate arrangements and a commitment to creating an immersive auditory experience. With the use of unconventional instruments like the flute—masterfully wielded by frontman Ian Anderson—they crafted a signature sound that balances complexity with accessibility. This innovative instrumentation, coupled with theatrical performances, set them apart from their contemporaries and drew audiences into a world where storytelling and musical exploration coexist harmoniously. Lyrically, Jethro Tull often delves into themes of nature, mythology, and social commentary, all conveyed through a blend of irony and sincerity. Their songwriting can feel both personal and universal, offering listeners narratives that invite reflection while maintaining an impressionistic quality. The tone shifts from whimsical to contemplative, reflecting the multifaceted nature of human experience.

Discography

89 releases • 79 studio • 1968–2025
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This Was
This Was (1968)
Stand Up
Stand Up (1969)
Benefit
Benefit (1970)
Aqualung
Aqualung (1971)
Life Is a Long Song
Life Is a Long Song (1971)
Thick as a Brick
Thick as a Brick (1972)
Living in the Past
Living in the Past (1972)
A Passion Play
A Passion Play (1973)
War Child
War Child (1974)
Minstrel in the Gallery
Minstrel in the Gall... (1975)
M.U. – The Best of Jethro Tull
M.U. – The Best of J... (1976)
Too Old to Rock 'n' Roll: Too Young to Die!
Too Old to Rock 'n'... (1976)
Repeat – The Best of Jethro Tull – Vol II
Repeat – The Best of... (1977)
Songs from the Wood
Songs from the Wood (1977)
Bursting Out
Bursting Out (1978)
Heavy Horses
Heavy Horses (1978)
Stormwatch
Stormwatch (1979)
A
A (1980)
Slipstream
Slipstream (1981)
A New Day Yesterday
A New Day Yesterday (1981)
The Broadsword and the Beast
The Broadsword and t... (1982)
Under Wraps
Under Wraps (1984)
A Classic Case
A Classic Case (1985)
Original Masters
Original Masters (1985)
Farm on the Freeway
Farm on the Freeway (1987)
Crest of a Knave
Crest of a Knave (1987)
20 Years of Jethro Tull: Highlights
20 Years of Jethro T... (1988)
20 Years of Jethro Tull
20 Years of Jethro T... (1988)
20 Years of Jethro Tull
20 Years of Jethro T... (1988)
Rock Island
Rock Island (1989)
Live at Hammersmith '84
Live at Hammersmith... (1990)
Catfish Rising
Catfish Rising (1991)
Rocks on the Road
Rocks on the Road (1992)
A Little Light Music
A Little Light Music (1992)
The Beacons Bottom Tapes
The Beacons Bottom T... (1993)
Nightcap
Nightcap (1993)
The Best of Jethro Tull – The Anniversary Collection
The Best of Jethro T... (1993)
25th Anniversary Box Set
25th Anniversary Box... (1993)
In Concert
In Concert (1995)
Roots to Branches
Roots to Branches (1995)
A Jethro Tull Collection
A Jethro Tull Collec... (1997)
Through the Years
Through the Years (1997)
Jethro Tull
Jethro Tull (1998)
36 Greatest Hits
36 Greatest Hits (1998)
Live at the House of Blues
Live at the House of... (1999)
J-Tull Dot Com
J-Tull Dot Com (1999)
Gold Tipped Boots
Gold Tipped Boots (2000)
Lo mejor de Jethro Tull
Lo mejor de Jethro T... (2001)
The Very Best of Jethro Tull
The Very Best of Jet... (2001)
Skatin' Away on Heavy Horses
Skatin' Away on Heav... (2001)
By a Benefit of Wight
By a Benefit of Wigh... (2002)
Living with the Past
Living with the Past (2002)
Wien Kurhalle, 2. Juli 2001
Wien Kurhalle, 2. Ju... (2002)
Back at the Funny Farm
Back at the Funny Fa... (2003)
Back in USA
Back in USA (2003)
Landscape Marble
Landscape Marble (2003)
The Essential
The Essential (2003)
The Jethro Tull Christmas Album
The Jethro Tull Chri... (2003)
The Jethro Tull Christmas EP
The Jethro Tull Chri... (2004)
Aqualung Live
Aqualung Live (2005)
Extended Versions
Extended Versions (2006)
The Best of Acoustic
The Best of Acoustic (2007)
Live at Montreux 2003
Live at Montreux 200... (2007)
Jack in the Green: Live in Germany 1970–1993
Jack in the Green: L... (2008)
Live at AVO Session Basel
Live at AVO Session... (2009)
Live at Madison Square Garden 1978
Live at Madison Squa... (2009)
Around the World Live
Around the World Liv... (2013)
Live at Carnegie Hall 1970
Live at Carnegie Hal... (2015)
50 For 50
50 For 50 (2018)
50th Anniversary Collection
50th Anniversary Col... (2018)
The Zealot Gene
The Zealot Gene (2022)
The Chateau D'Herouville Session 1972
The Chateau D'Herouv... (2023)
RökFlöte
RökFlöte (2023)
Curious Ruminant
Curious Ruminant (2025)

Albums ()

Curious Ruminant

Curious Ruminant

2025

RökFlöte

RökFlöte

2023

The Chateau D'Herouville Session 1972

The Chateau D'Herouville Session 1972

2023

The Zealot Gene

The Zealot Gene

2022

50 For 50

50 For 50

2018

50th Anniversary Collection

50th Anniversary Collection

2018

Live at Carnegie Hall 1970

Live at Carnegie Hall 1970

2015

Around the World Live

Around the World Live

2013

Live at Madison Square Garden 1978

Live at Madison Square Garden 1978

2009

Live at AVO Session Basel

Live at AVO Session Basel

2009

Jack in the Green: Live in Germany 1970–1993

Jack in the Green: Live in Germany 1970–1993

2008

Live at Montreux 2003

Live at Montreux 2003

2007

The Best of Acoustic

The Best of Acoustic

2007

Extended Versions

Extended Versions

2006

Aqualung Live

Aqualung Live

2005

The Jethro Tull Christmas Album

The Jethro Tull Christmas Album

2003

The Essential

The Essential

2003

Back at the Funny Farm

Back at the Funny Farm

2003

Back in USA

Back in USA

2003

Landscape Marble

Landscape Marble

2003

Living with the Past

Living with the Past

2002

By a Benefit of Wight

By a Benefit of Wight

2002

Wien Kurhalle, 2. Juli 2001

Wien Kurhalle, 2. Juli 2001

2002

The Very Best of Jethro Tull

The Very Best of Jethro Tull

2001

Skatin' Away on Heavy Horses

Skatin' Away on Heavy Horses

2001

Gold Tipped Boots

Gold Tipped Boots

2000

J-Tull Dot Com

J-Tull Dot Com

1999

Live at the House of Blues

Live at the House of Blues

1999

Jethro Tull

Jethro Tull

1998

36 Greatest Hits

36 Greatest Hits

1998

Through the Years

Through the Years

1997

A Jethro Tull Collection

A Jethro Tull Collection

1997

Roots to Branches

Roots to Branches

1995

In Concert

In Concert

1995

Nightcap

Nightcap

1993

The Best of Jethro Tull – The Anniversary Collection

The Best of Jethro Tull – The Anniversary Collection

1993

The Beacons Bottom Tapes

The Beacons Bottom Tapes

1993

25th Anniversary Box Set

25th Anniversary Box Set

1993

A Little Light Music

A Little Light Music

1992

Catfish Rising

Catfish Rising

1991

Live at Hammersmith '84

Live at Hammersmith '84

1990

Rock Island

Rock Island

1989

20 Years of Jethro Tull: Highlights

20 Years of Jethro Tull: Highlights

1988

20 Years of Jethro Tull

20 Years of Jethro Tull

1988

20 Years of Jethro Tull

20 Years of Jethro Tull

1988

Crest of a Knave

Crest of a Knave

1987

Farm on the Freeway

Farm on the Freeway

1987

A Classic Case

A Classic Case

1985

Original Masters

Original Masters

1985

Under Wraps

Under Wraps

1984

The Broadsword and the Beast

The Broadsword and the Beast

1982

A New Day Yesterday

A New Day Yesterday

1981

Slipstream

Slipstream

1981

A

A

1980

Stormwatch

Stormwatch

1979

Bursting Out

Bursting Out

1978

Heavy Horses

Heavy Horses

1978

Repeat – The Best of Jethro Tull – Vol II

Repeat – The Best of Jethro Tull – Vol II

1977

Songs from the Wood

Songs from the Wood

1977

Too Old to Rock 'n' Roll: Too Young to Die!

Too Old to Rock 'n' Roll: Too Young to Die!

1976

M.U. – The Best of Jethro Tull

M.U. – The Best of Jethro Tull

1976

Minstrel in the Gallery

Minstrel in the Gallery

1975

War Child

War Child

1974

A Passion Play

A Passion Play

1973

Living in the Past

Living in the Past

1972

Thick as a Brick

Thick as a Brick

1972

Aqualung

Aqualung

1971

Benefit

Benefit

1970

Christmas at St. Bride's 2008

Christmas at St. Bride's 2008

Live Unapproved

Live Unapproved

Stormwatch 2

Stormwatch 2

Stand Up

Stand Up

1969

This Was

This Was

1968

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