Jethro Tull returned to a more guitar-driven sound on "Crest of a Knave," earning them a Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock/Metal Performance.
- The album was released on September 11, 1987, by Parlophone UK.
- "Crest of a Knave" won the Grammy Award for Best Hard Rock/Metal Performance in 1989, controversially beating Metallica's "...And Justice for All".
- The album features Martin Barre on guitar, Dave Pegg on bass, and Ian Anderson on vocals, flute, and keyboards, with Doane Perry on drums.
Jethro Tull is a British rock band known for their eclectic style that blends hard rock, folk, and progressive elements. Formed in Luton, England in 1967, the band has undergone numerous lineup changes, with Ian Anderson being the only constant member. At the time of "Crest of a Knave," Jethro Tull was aiming to recapture a more direct, rock-oriented sound after a period of stylistic experimentation.
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