Rupi's Dance - Ian Anderson - Vinyl LP Record (Arrives in 20 days)

IAN ANDERSON’S INVENTIVE SOLO FOLLOW-UP RETURNS IN A STUNNING STANDALONE 2LP EDITION A RICHLY TEXTURED COLLECTION OF SONGS PRESSED ON BLACK VINYL WITH SIDE D ETCHING.

Released in 2003, ‘Rupi’s Dance’ marked Ian Anderson’s eagerly anticipated follow-up to ‘The Secret Language Of Birds’, expanding upon the intimate, eclectic style of its predecessor while embracing a broader & more contemporary musical palette.

Named after Anderson’s Bengal cat, Rupi, the album is filled with wit, warmth & sharply observed storytelling, weaving together folk, rock, jazz, classical & world music influences into a uniquely atmospheric collection. Anderson’s unmistakable flute melodies & expressive vocal performances lead the journey through vivid character sketches & reflective narratives, from the elegant title track & the playful “A Raft Of Penguins” to the poignant beauty of “Pigeon Flying Over Berlin Zoo.”

Musically adventurous yet deeply personal, ‘Rupi’s Dance’ captures Anderson in a particularly creative period, balancing sophisticated arrangements with an inviting sense of spontaneity & charm. Tracks such as “Calliandra Shade (The Cappuccino Song)” & “Eurology” showcase his gift for blending intricate musicianship with lyrical humour & social commentary, while “Birthday Card At Christmas” reunites him with the sound & spirit longtime fans associate with his work in Jethro Tull.

Previously only available as part of the acclaimed ‘8314 Boxed’ collection from Madfish, this sought-after vinyl edition is now being made available as a standalone release for the first time.

Completing the package, Side D features an exclusive vinyl etching of delicate floral patterning, adding an elegant visual element to this collector’s edition.

Tracklist

Disc 1

1. Calliandra Shade (the Cappuccino Song)
2. Rupi's Dance
3. Lost In Crowds
4. A Raft of Penguins
5. A Week of Moments
6. A Hand of Thumbs
7. Eurology
8. Old Black Cat
9. Photo Shop

Disc 2

1. Pigeon Flying Over Berlin Zoo
2. Griminelli's Lament
3. Two Short Planks
4. Birthday Card At Christmas
5. Etching

Label: Madfish | Origin: Holland