Jethro Tull - Aqualung (Vinyl LP | FR Reissue | 1973 | Gatefold)

Jethro Tull – Aqualung was originally released on Chrysalis in 1971 and combines Ian Anderson's flute, acoustic folk passages and heavy guitar riffs into a classic of progressive and classic rock. It features songs such as "Aqualung", "Cross-Eyed Mary" and "Locomotive Breath". On offer is a French 1973 reissue on Chrysalis (CHR 1044) in a gatefold sleeve with textured finish.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Chrysalis – CHR 1044
• Format: Vinyl LP, Album, Gatefold
• Pressing: FR Reissue
• Country: France
• Year: 1973 (original: 1971)
• Genre: Progressive Rock, Rock, Classic Rock, Art Rock

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: NM-
• Sleeve: VG+, textured sleeve

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

Tracklist

Side A

1. Aqualung
2. Cross-Eyed Mary
3. Cheap Day Return
4. Mother Goose
5. Wond'ring Aloud
6. Up To Me

Side B

1. My God
2. Hymn 43
3. Slipstream
4. Locomotive Breath
5. Wind-Up

Personnel

Ian Anderson (vocals, flute, acoustic guitar), Martin Barre (electric guitar, recorder), John Evan (piano, organ, Mellotron), Jeffrey Hammond-Hammond (bass, alto recorder, vocals), Clive Bunker (drums, percussion). Orchestral arrangements and conducting: David Palmer. Produced by Ian Anderson and Terry Ellis.

FAQ

Is this the original pressing?
No – this is a French reissue from 1973. The album was first released in 1971.

Are "Aqualung" and "Locomotive Breath" included?
Yes – "Aqualung" opens side A, "Locomotive Breath" is on side B.

What do Media NM- / sleeve VG+ mean?
NM- (Near Mint minus): the record is close to new. VG+ (Very Good Plus): the sleeve shows light signs of wear. More in our Vinyl Grading guide.

Do you have more progressive rock?
Yes – browse our Progressive Rock collection.