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TOUR DATES

Martin’s New Acoustic & Electric Shows! 

New Martin Barre and Friends Acoustic UK Tour – This November!  

Experience a unique and personal performance as Jethro Tull’s legendary guitarist, Martin Barre, takes the stage with Martin Barre and Friends—featuring Alex Hart, Alan Thomson, and Dan Crisp. This special acoustic UK tour will take place throughout November, offering a stripped-back set that blends iconic music from Martin’s Jethro Tull catalogue alongside highlights from the musical careers of Alex Hart, Alan Thomson, and Dan Crisp.

Expect an unforgettable evening of both incredible music and fascinating stories, as these exceptionally talented musicians share their experiences and passions with the audience. With intimate performances and captivating conversations, this is an event you won’t want to miss!

Not just a band unplugged, but a brand new show.

Martin Barre Band A History of Tull – Europe 2026

Martin and the band will be hitting the road travelling across Europe in April 2026 touring his electric show A Brief History of Tull – 12 shows confirmed in Germany, Netherlands, Norway and Belgium…plus more to announce soon! 

 

Check out the tour page for tour dates ….more dates to be added soon, so watch this space! 
 
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ALBUM RELEASE

MARTIN BARRE – 50 YEARS OF JETHRO TULL

Celebrating Martin’s personal retrospective and favourite songs from Jethro Tull’s 50 years. The double album includes both live and studio tracks, plus 4 new bonus tracks recorded live at The Wildey Theatre Illinois!
 
Available to buy at The Store For Music, Amazon, iTunes & all good record stores!
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THE HISTORY

Martin Barre has been the guitarist of Jethro Tull for 43 years, his sound and playing having been a major factor in their success. Album sales have exceeded 60 million units and they continue to be played worldwide, representing an important part of classic rock history.

ABOUT MARTIN BARRE

Martin’s guitar playing has earned him a high level of respect and recognition; he was voted 25th best solo ever in the USA and 20th best solo ever in the UK for his playing on 'Aqualung'. His playing on the album ‘Crest of a Knave’ earned him a Grammy award in 1988.

As well as numerous Jethro Tull albums, Martin has worked with many other artists including Paul McCartney, Phil Collins, Gary Moore, Jo Bonamassa and Chris Thompson and has shared a stage with such legends as Hendrix, Fleetwood Mac, Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin.

THE BAND

Find out more about the guys who make up the Martin Barre Band and all the supporting artists on their album's and tour dates.

Martin Barre

Lead Guitar

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Dan Crisp

Vocals

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Alan Thomson

Bass

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TERL BRYANT

Drums

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ALBUM

Single and all music albums we released between 2001 and 2018!

Roads Less Travelled
2018

Martin Barre Band

Roads Less Travelled
Back to Steel
2016

Martin Barre Band

Back to Steel
Order of Play
2015

Martin Barre Band

Order of Play
Away with Words
2013

Martin Barre Band

Away with Words

CONTRIBUTIONS

Other albums and colaborations with Martin Barre

EXCALIBUR 4
2016

Excalibur

Excalibur IV

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