THICK AS A BRICK

For my first review, it is only fitting that I write about my favorite album of all time! These best 44 minutes of music ever assembled, are easily a masterpiece of prog. This album strays from the traditonal Tull -- blues-based rock which had few elements of prog -- and becomes a perfect embodiment of all things prog. From the album's concept, to its whimsical lyrics, to its varying time signatures and tempos to create outstanding changes in mood, Thick as a Brick is wonderful.

Anderson's flute, Barre's guitar and Evans' work on the keys truly give this album a great overall and unique sound. And it all ends with Anderson's chuckle midway through the last time he says "And your wisemen don't know how it feels to be thick as a brick." It's just a perfect ending and it indicates how light-hearted this album really is.

Simply a pleasure. Thick as a Brick is a timeless classic, with great sophistication and layering of sounds and ideas, and sounds better with each listen.