Jethro Tull – Too Old To Rock 'N' Roll: Too Young To Die! (Vinyl LP | DE Reissue | NM-/VG+)

Jethro Tull – Too Old To Rock 'N' Roll: Too Young To Die! was originally released in 1976 and is a concept album about Ray Lomas, an ageing rocker left behind by the times. Ian Anderson shows his dry humour here, blending folk, blues and prog rock, enhanced by David Palmer's orchestral arrangements. Highlights are the title track, Salamander and Big Dipper.

On offer is the German reissue on Chrysalis (202 663) in a gatefold sleeve.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Chrysalis – 202 663
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
• Pressing: DE Reissue
• Country: Germany
• Released: –
• Genre: Rock, Progressive Rock, Folk 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. Quizz Kid (5:07)
2. Crazed Institution (4:45)
3. Salamander (2:49)
4. Taxi Grab (3:51)
5. From A Dead Beat To An Old Greaser (4:07)

Side B

1. Bad-Eyed And Loveless (2:11)
2. Big Dipper (3:32)
3. Too Old To Rock 'N' Roll: Too Young To Die (5:39)
4. Pied Piper (4:29)
5. The Chequered Flag (Dead Or Alive) (5:25)

Personnel

Ian Anderson (Producer, Composed By, Vocals, Flute), Martin Barre (Guitar), John Glascock (Bass, Vocals), Barriemore Barlow (Drums, Percussion), John Evan (Piano), David Palmer (Conductor [Orchestra], Arranged By [Arranging For The Orchestra]).

Frequently asked questions

Is this the original pressing?
No, this is a German reissue on Chrysalis (202 663) in a gatefold sleeve; the album was originally released in 1976.

Which well-known songs are included?
Among others Too Old To Rock 'N' Roll: Too Young To Die, Salamander, Big Dipper and Crazed Institution.

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.