The band's second album, Stand Up, saw them move towards a more folk-influenced sound, featuring intricate arrangements and Anderson's signature blend of blues, folk, and rock. The album is notable for its innovative pop-up sleeve.
- Stand Up was the first Jethro Tull album to feature guitarist Martin Barre, who has remained with the band ever since.
- The album reached number 1 in the UK Albums Chart.
- The song "Bourrée" is an adaptation of a classical piece by Johann Sebastian Bach.
Jethro Tull is a British rock band, formed in Luton, Bedfordshire, in 1967. They are best known for their enigmatic stage presence and the distinctive vocal style and flute playing of frontman Ian Anderson. In 1969, they were at the forefront of the burgeoning progressive rock scene.
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