Songs From The Wood is often referred to as one of the most commercially appealing Jethro Tull albums, containing elements of rock, prog and folk-rock. Although media reaction at the time divided opinion, the album has certainly developed a nostalgic rapport with fans through the years and it is perceived today as one of the band's most popular albums. Drummer Barrie Barlow comments that it sounds "Fresh, unique, great textures, interesting and dynamic!", while guitarist Martin Barre remembers that "It was a very tight band, one of the strongest line-ups Tull ever had I think that Songs From The Wood and Heavy Horses [the follow up album] as a pair of albums are near the top of the tree".
Musicians:
Ian Anderson, vocals, flute, acoustic guitar, mandolin, whistles
Martin Barre, electric guitar, lute
John Evans, piano, organ, synthesisers,
Barriemore Barlow, drums, marimba, glockenspiel, bells, nakers, tabor
John Glascock, bass guitar, vocals
David Palmer, piano, synthesisers, portative organ
Tracklist:
A1 Songs From The Wood 4:55
A2 Jack-In-The-Green 2:31
A3 Cup Of Wonder 4:34
A4 Hunting Girl 5:10
A5 Ring Out, Solstice Bells 3:48
B1 Velvet Green 6:05
B2 The Whistler 3:31
B3 Pibroch (Cap In Hand) 8:35
B4 Fire At Midnight 2:27
