Release Date 14th August 2026
IAN 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.
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. Presented across two black vinyl LPs, this edition allows the album's intricate instrumentation & detailed production to fully shine in a format perfectly suited to its rich & varied arrangements.
Completing the package, Side D features an exclusive vinyl etching of delicate floral patterning, adding an elegant visual element to this collector's edition.
Housed in a faithful reproduction of the original artwork, 'Rupi's Dance' stands as one of Ian Anderson's most rewarding, adventurous & distinctive solo albums.
Tracks:
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
