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Originality	Groundbreaking
Lyrics	Sublime
Quality and consistency of tracks	Flawless
How does it compare to the artist's other releases	Outstanding
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Advantages:	Great Compilation
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Jethro Tull are probably one of the most underestimated bands in the world. They have written some great albums over the years and have also inspired people like Brian May. The band has had many different line up changes over 30 plus years but Ian Anderson has always remained the mysterious and charismatic lead singer & multi-instrumentalist. I think this compilation shows the sheer power and diversity of one of Britains greatest progressive rock bands. Over the years Jethro Tull have touched Folk Rock, Rock, Blues and Hardrock. Ian Anderson has created his own style in playing the flute.

The compilation contains 12 tracks.

1. Living In The Past (A great guitar riffs and flute work, rock blues combo)
2. Agualung ( Great track, heavy guitar riff)
3. Too Old To Rock N Roll Too Young To Die (Quirky rock track)
4. Locomotive Breath (Reminds me of Born To Be Wild)
5. Skating Away On The Edge Of A New Day (Nice Ballad, Folk Rock)
6. Bungle In The Jungle (Not one of their best songs, weak lyrics)
7. Sweet Dream (Nice Ballad)
8. Songs From The Wood (Great Flute Work)
9. Witches Promise (Great beat and flute, one of their greatest hits)
10. Thick As A Brick (Quirky
11. Minstrel In The Gallery (Heavy guitar classic)
12. Life's A Long Song (Great Ballad)