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Jethro Tull Heavy Horses: In-depth

Jethro Tull Heavy Horses: In-depth

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Jethro Tull released the successful studio album Heavy Horses in 1978, despite the changing landscape of pop music. Author Laura Shenton MA LLCM DipRSL offers an in-depth perspective on the album, including how it was created, presented, and received at the time, and its significance in terms of Jethro Tulls legacy.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 112 pages
Publication date: 22 April 2022
Publisher: Wymer Publishing


Since the release of Jethro Tulls earlier albums, Aqualung (1971) and Thick As A Brick (1972), the landscape of pop music had undergone significant transformations by 1978. Punk, disco, and new wave had gained popularity, while progressive rock had reached its peak. Despite these changes, Jethro Tull, celebrating their tenth anniversary, managed to release the successful studio album, Heavy Horses. In this comprehensive book, author Laura Shenton MA LLCM DipRSL provides an in-depth exploration of Heavy Horses from various perspectives, including its origins, presentation, and reception during its time (both live and on record). Additionally, the book delves into the significance of Heavy Horses in terms of Jethro Tulls legacy, offering valuable insights into the band's artistic journey and its lasting impact on the music industry.

Since the release of Jethro Tulls earlier albums, Aqualung (1971) and Thick As A Brick (1972), the landscape of pop music had undergone significant transformations by 1978. Punk, disco, and new wave had gained popularity, while progressive rock had reached its peak. Despite these changes, Jethro Tull, celebrating their tenth anniversary, managed to release the successful studio album, Heavy Horses. In this comprehensive book, author Laura Shenton MA LLCM DipRSL provides an in-depth exploration of Heavy Horses from various perspectives, including its origins, presentation, and reception during its time (both live and on record). Additionally, the book delves into the significance of Heavy Horses in terms of Jethro Tulls legacy, offering valuable insights into the band's artistic journey and its lasting impact on the music industry.

Weight: 205g
Dimension: 216 x 138 x 8 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781912782970

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