Thick as a Brick and Blood Sugar Sex Magic
Week #3
Thick as a Brick
by Jethro Tull
Thick as a Brick by Jethro Tull, released in 1972, is a progressive rock masterpiece and an elaborate concept album. The album is a single, continuous piece of music divided into two parts, showcasing the band’s instrumental virtuosity and lyrical complexity. Written as a satirical take on concept albums, it features intricate musical arrangements, blending rock, folk, and classical elements. The lyrics, presented as a poem written by a fictional child prodigy, offer a tongue-in-cheek critique of society and the music industry, making it a distinctive and ambitious work.
Blood Sugar Sex Magic by the
Red Hot Chili Peppers
Blood Sugar Sex Magik by the Red Hot Chili Peppers, released in 1991, is a fusion of funk rock, alternative rock, and punk. Produced by Rick Rubin, this breakthrough album marked the band’s rise to mainstream success with its raw, energetic sound and introspective lyrics. The album covers themes of love, sex, and personal struggles, showcasing the band’s unique blend of funky grooves, aggressive rock, and melodic ballads. Iconic tracks like “Give It Away,” “Under the Bridge,” and “Suck My Kiss” exemplify their eclectic style and the powerful chemistry of their lineup during this period.
What did we think?
Thick as a Brick
| Sipper | Rating | Who chose it? |
|---|---|---|
| Alex |  | Alex |
| Andrea | | Alex |
| Christine | | Alex |
| Claire |  | Alex |
| Dylan | | Alex |
| Greg | | Alex |
| Ian | | Alex |
| Stacey | | Alex |
| Big Dawg Steve-O Ferguson | | Alex |
Blood Suger Sex Magik
| Sipper | Rating | Who chose it? |
|---|---|---|
| Alex | | Greg |
| Andrea | | Steve |
| Christine | | Alex |
| Claire | | Ian |
| Dylan | | Steve |
| Greg | | Christine |
| Ian | | Steve |
| Stacey | | Steve |
| Big Dawg Steve-O Ferguson | | Christine |