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It was on the 2nd of February 1968 at the world-famous Marquee Club on London’s Wardour Street that Jethro Tull first performed under that name. The group would go on to become one of the most successful and enduring bands of their era, selling over 60 million albums worldwide and entering the cultural zeitgeist along the way.
 
To celebrate this golden anniversary, Ian Anderson will present ‘50 years of Jethro Tull’ at the Vina Robles Amphitheatre on Sunday, June 3.
 
The debut album, This Was, was released later that same year. Founder, frontman and flautist, Ian Anderson, is rightly credited with introducing the flute to rock as a front line instrument - not to mention the codpiece! 
 
Jethro Tull is one of the biggest selling progressive rock artists of all time and its immense and diverse catalog of work encompasses folk, blues, classical and heavy rock. 
 
The anniversary concerts will feature a broad mix of material, some of it focussing on the earlier formative period, through to the “heavy hitters” of the Tull catalogue from the albums This Was, Stand Up, Benefit, Aqualung, Thick As A Brick, Too Old To Rock And Roll: Too Young To Die, Songs From The Wood, Heavy Horses, Crest Of A Knave and even a touch of TAAB2 from 2012.
 
“I am not usually a birthday or anniversary kind of guy but, just for once, I won't be a party-pooper either!” said Anderson. “I treasure the memories of the earlier years of the Jethro Tull repertoire, associated as it is with the adventures of visiting so many countries for the first time to connect with new fans around the world.
 
“This is a celebration of all the 33 band members who graced our ranks - musicians who brought their talents, skills and styles to bear on the performances live and in the studio. Join me and the current band for a nostalgic evening of varied music, representative of my ever-changing song-writing as our careers progressed through the years.”
 
Ian Anderson will accompanied by Jethro Tull band musicians David Goodier (bass), John O'Hara (keyboards), Florian Opahle (guitar), Scott Hammond (drums) and surprise virtual guests.
 
The BEST WESTERN PLUS Black Oak Hotel is a perfect accommodation option if you’re planning to attend this landmark show. Family-owned and operated since 1961, this beautifully-landscaped property features a variety of well-appointed rooms and suites, along with an onsite restaurant, heated pool, sauna, hot tub and fitness center. The hotel has earned a stellar rating from Trip Advisor, so you can rest assured that your comfort is a priority.