{"product_id":"ian-anderson-rupis-dance-3-sided-2lp-set-4th-side-etched","title":"Ian Anderson - Rupi's Dance [3 Sided 2LP Set \/ 4th side etched]","description":"\u003cp\u003eCat. no: SMALP1293\u003cbr\u003eFormat: LP 3 Sided 2LP Set \/ 4th side etched\u003cbr\u003eBarcode: 636551829311\u003cbr\u003eRelease Date: 14 Aug 2026\u003cbr\u003eGenre: Rock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIAN ANDERSON'S INVENTIVE SOLO FOLLOW-UP RETURNS IN A STUNNING STANDALONE 2LP EDITIONA RICHLY TEXTURED COLLECTION OF SONGS PRESSED ON BLACK VINYL WITH SIDE D ETCHING.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased 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 \u0026amp; more contemporary musical palette\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after Anderson's Bengal cat, Rupi, the album is flled with wit, warmth \u0026amp; sharply observed storytelling, weaving together folk, rock, jazz, classical \u0026amp; world music infuences into a uniquely atmospheric collection. Anderson's unmistakable fute melodies \u0026amp; expressive vocal performances lead the journey through vivid character sketches \u0026amp; refective narratives, from the elegant title track \u0026amp; the playful \"A Raft Of Penguins\" to the poignant beauty of \"Pigeon Flying Over Berlin Zoo.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMusically adventurous yet deeply personal, 'Rupi's Dance' captures Anderson in a particularly creative period, balancing sophisticated arrangements with an inviting sense of spontaneity \u0026amp; charm. Tracks such as \"Calliandra Shade (The Cappuccino Song)\" \u0026amp; \"Eurology\" showcase his gift for blending intricate musicianship with lyrical humour \u0026amp; social commentary, while \"Birthday Card At Christmas\" reunites him with the sound \u0026amp; spirit longtime fans associate with his work in Jethro Tull. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously only available as part of the acclaimed '8314 Boxed' collection from Madfsh, this sought-after vinyl edition is now being made available as a standalone release for the frst time. Presented across two black vinyl LPs, this edition allows the album's intricate instrumentation \u0026amp; detailed production to fully shine in a format perfectly suited to its rich \u0026amp; varied arrangements. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompleting the package, Side D features an exclusive vinyl etching of delicate foral patterning, adding an elegant visual element to this collector's edition. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoused in a faithful reproduction of the original artwork, 'Rupi's Dance' stands as one of Ian Anderson's most rewarding, adventurous \u0026amp; distinctive solo albums.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTracks: Calliandra Shade ( The Cappuccino Song ) (05:02) \/ Rupi's Dance (03:00) \/ Lost In Crowds (05:37) \/ A Raft Of Penguins (03:34) \/ A Week Of Moments (04:27) \/ A Hand Of Thumbs (04:02) \/ Eurology (03:14) \/ Old Black Cat (03:40) \/ Photo Shop (03:20) \/ Pigeon Flying Over Berlin Zoo (04:18) \/ Griminelli's Lament (02:56) \/ Not Ralitsa Vassileva (04:45) \/ Two Short Planks (04:00) \/ Birthday Card At Christmas (03:37) \/ Etching\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MADFISH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47250645647516,"sku":"SMALP1293","price":36.48,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0130\/8714\/6043\/files\/8_b51f6fc2-3225-4d15-9c44-2ac5c674550b.webp?v=1784718066","url":"https:\/\/www.horizonsmusic.co.uk\/products\/ian-anderson-rupis-dance-3-sided-2lp-set-4th-side-etched","provider":"Horizons Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}