Bursting Out
Jethro Tull · 1978
93 min · 18 tracks · electronic · folk rock · hard rock
A vibrant tapestry of folk, rock, and progressive elements woven with intricate flute melodies and dynamic rhythms.
Why this album works
'Bursting Out' reached number 11 on the UK Albums Chart and was notable for its blend of live recordings spanning their earlier works, which re-engaged audiences with their extensive back catalog. The album also highlighted the band’s unique fusion of rock and folk, influencing subsequent acts in the progressive rock genre.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks intricate flute melodies throughout for reflective afternoons
- Context
- Released on September 1, 1978, 'Bursting Out' is Jethro Tull's first live album, capturing their energetic performances during the peak of their commercial success following the acclaimed 'Songs from the Wood'. This album showcases the band's evolution as they embraced a more theatrical stage presence while still delivering complex musical arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Splean· Phoenix· Nikolai Noskov
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 No Lullaby 5:35
- 2 Sweet Dream 4:52
- 3 Skating Away on the Thin Ice of the New Day Standout 5:03
- 4 Jack in the Green 3:37
- 5 One Brown Mouse 4:08
- 6 A New Day Yesterday 3:08
- 7 Flute Solo Improvisation / God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen / Bourée 5:42
- 8 Songs From the Wood 2:32
- 9 Thick as a Brick 12:32
Disc 2
- 1 Hunting Girl 6:01
- 2 Too Old to Rock ’n’ Roll; Too Young to Die! 4:19
- 3 Conundrum 6:55
- 4 Minstrel in the Gallery 5:47
- 5 Cross‐Eyed Mary 3:39
- 6 Quatrain 1:50
- 7 Aqualung Standout 8:35
- 8 Locomotive Breath Standout 5:32
- 9 The Dambusters March / Medley 3:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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