"Under Wraps" is the 15th studio album by Jethro Tull, released in 1984. The album's themes are heavily inspired by Ian Anderson's interest in espionage fiction. It was controversial among fans due to its electronic and synthesizer-based sound, including the use of electronic drums. While Dave Pegg suggested that tracks from the sessions for Broadsword and the Beast would have made a better album, guitarist Martin Barre has named Under Wraps as one of his personal favorites. The album reached No. 76 on the Billboard 200 and No. 18 on the UK Albums Chart. The single "Lap of Luxury" peaked at No. 30.
Under Wraps is notable for being the first Jethro Tull album since This Was where the majority of the songs were co-written by all band members, including Peter-John Vettese, rather than solely by Ian Anderson. It is also unique in that it is the only Jethro Tull album without a live drummer; all percussion tracks were programmed electronically. After the album's recording, Doane Perry joined the band for the tour and subsequently became their permanent drummer.
