Jethro Tull - A Passion Play (Vinyl LP | DE Reissue | 1981)

Jethro Tull – A Passion Play was originally released in 1973 and is one of the band's most ambitious concept albums: one continuous piece spread across both sides of the record, full of allegory, satire and Ian Anderson's rich musical imagination. Controversial on release, it is now regarded as one of the boldest prog works of its time.

On offer is the 1981 German reissue on Chrysalis (202 655) in a gatefold sleeve.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Chrysalis – 202 655
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album, Stereo
• Pressing: DE Reissue
• Country: Germany
• Released: 1981
• Genre: Rock, Progressive Rock, Folk Rock, Art Rock – more in Progressive Rock
• Features: Gatefold sleeve

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: NM-
• Cover: VG+

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. A Passion Play (23:06)

Side B

1. A Passion Play (21:57)

Personnel

Ian Anderson (Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Flute, Saxophone, Composed By, Lyrics By), Martin Barre (Guitar), John Evan (Piano, Organ, Synthesizer, Speech), Jeffrey Hammond-Hammond (Bass, Vocals), Barriemore Barlow (Drums, Timpani, Glockenspiel, Marimba).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
No, it is a 1981 German reissue on Chrysalis (202 655) in a gatefold sleeve; the album was originally released in 1973.

How is the album structured?
As one continuous concept piece running across both sides of the record.

What do the condition grades mean?
We grade record and cover to the Goldmine standard, from M (Mint) through NM (Near Mint) and VG+ to G. All grades are explained on our Vinyl Grading page.

Where can I find more like this?
Browse our Progressive Rock collection.