{"product_id":"ian-anderson-rupis-dance","title":"Ian Anderson - Rupi's Dance","description":"\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 ETCHINGReleased 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\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after Anderson's Bengal cat, Rupi, the album is filled with wit, warmth \u0026amp; sharply observed storytelling, weaving together folk, rock, jazz, classical \u0026amp; world music influences into a uniquely atmospheric collection. Anderson's unmistakable flute melodies \u0026amp; expressive vocal performances lead the journey through vivid character sketches \u0026amp; reflective 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously 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 \u0026amp; detailed production to fully shine in a format perfectly suited to its rich \u0026amp; varied arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompleting the package, Side D features an exclusive vinyl etching of delicate floral patterning, adding an elegant visual element to this collector's edition.\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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MADFISH","offers":[{"title":"Black Vinyl 2LP with Side D Etching","offer_id":54522761871683,"sku":"RPT-24506","price":33.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0821\/1601\/8499\/files\/PROP_20260603_0925_083549_676_p_0636551829311_008.jpg?v=1780482478","url":"https:\/\/www.recordplant.co.uk\/products\/ian-anderson-rupis-dance","provider":"Record Plant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}