Memory:Robert Chen
Like many on this page the first time was 1972 Jethro Tull at Madison Square Garden. Who was that band? Three Friends was the album. Then back to the first two as imports. Then it happened, OCTOPUS! Then even better In A Glass house and on it went. Saw them in Boston 1975 at the Music Hall. They're breaking down the equipment and nobody wants to leave, the crowd still wants more. All this and no air play. Then in 1976 I had a lucky break to be playing in a band with Mick Ronson(Guitar Great) and we get to open for The Giant. Hang back stage, talk to all the guys and have a once in a lifetime experience. 1979 or 80 see them for the last time at Toads Place Ct. Not quite the same but lucky to see them before it's over for good. For the fans who were able to see them consider yourself lucky. There will never be another band like this! The record industry won't have it. God bless Gentle Giant for the many days and nights of musical bliss!