Jethro Tull - Thick as a Brick

A 70s rock classic!

"Thick as a Brick" is the fifth studio album by British progressive rock band Jethro Tull, released on March 4, 1972. The album is known for its elaborate concept, which is presented as a single continuous piece of music split into two parts, and is widely regarded as one of the band's masterpieces.

Release Information

• Artist: Jethro Tull
• Album Title: Thick as a Brick
• Release Date: March 4, 1972
• Label: Chrysalis Records
• Genre: Progressive Rock

Album Artwork

• Cover Art: The cover features a mock-up of a newspaper, "The St. Cleve Chronicle," with a headline about the fictitious child prodigy Gerald Bostock and his epic poem, which is the supposed basis of the album. The artwork reflects the album’s satirical and conceptual nature.

Track List

Side One:

1. "Thick as a Brick (Part I)" – 22:40

Side Two:

1. "Thick as a Brick (Part II)" – 22:34