TASTE with RORY GALLAGHER TASTE UK ENGLAND 12" LP Vinyl Album

Taste is the debut album by the Irish rock band of the same name, and was released in 1969.

Taste was a blues-rock band formed in Belfast, Northern Ireland in the late 1960s. The band consisted of Rory Gallagher on guitar and vocals, Eric Kitteringham on bass and vocals, and John Wilson on drums. They were active from 1966 to 1970, and released two studio albums, "Taste" (1969) and "On The Boards" (1970) and one live album "Live Taste" (1971).

The band was heavily influenced by the blues and incorporated elements of the genre into their music. Rory Gallagher was known for his powerful and virtuosic guitar playing and his strong stage presence. He also played harmonica, mandolin and other instruments. Together, the band was known for their energetic live performances and their ability to connect with the audience.

Taste was one of the most popular bands in the UK and Europe during their active years, and they had a strong following in Ireland. They were also successful in the US and Canada, where they toured several times. The band broke up in 1970 after releasing their second album, due to creative differences. But the band and especially Rory Gallagher had a great impact on the scene and many musicians cite them as an influence.

 

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Album Description & Collectors information:

 

Taste is the debut album by the Irish rock band of the same name, and was released in 1969. Taste was formed in 1966 by Rory Gallagher, which broke up shortly after their appearance at the 1970 Isle of Wight Festival

 

Music Genre:

 		 Irish Blues Rock 

Album Production Information:

 

The album: "TASTE with RORY GALLAGHER - TASTE" was produced by: Tony Colton

Album cover design: Paragon Publicity

Record Label & Catalognr:

 Polydor 583-042

Media Format:

 		 12" LP Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram  

Year & Country:

 		 1969 Made in England
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: TASTE with RORY GALLAGHER - TASTE
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Rory Gallagher - guitars, vocals, saxophone, harmonica

    Rory Gallagher (Real-name: William Rory Gallagher) was an Irish guitarist, singer, songwriter, and producer. Due to his virtuosic playing, but relative lack of fame compared to some others, he has been referred to as "the greatest guitarist you've never heard of", and strongly influenced other guitarists such as Brian May and Eric Clapton. Gallagher was voted as guitarist of the year by Melody Maker magazine in 1972, and listed as the 57th greatest guitarist of all time by Rolling Stone magazine. (Source: wikipedia)

    William Rory Gallagher was born in Ballyshannon, County Donegal, Ireland on 02/03/1948. He was the first child of Daniel Gallagher 1919 and Monica Roche.

    He did not have a fixed lineup of musicians but instead had a number of musicians who joined him on various albums and tours, including Lou Martin, Gerry McAvoy, Wilgar Campbell, Rod de'Ath, Brendan O'Neill and Mark Feltham among others. He released several albums throughout his career, starting with his self-titled debut album in 1971, and continuing with albums such as "Against the Grain" (1975), "Calling Card" (1976), "Photo-Finish" (1978), "Top Priority" (1979), "Stage Struck" (1980) and "Defender" (1987) among others. He was a popular live performer and several of his albums were recorded live

  • Richard "Charlie" McCracken - bass guitar
  • John Wilson - drums
Complete Track-listing of the album "TASTE with RORY GALLAGHER - TASTE"

The detailed tracklist of this record "TASTE with RORY GALLAGHER - TASTE" is:

    Track-listing:
  1. "Blister on the Moon" - 3:26
  2. "Leavin' Blues" (Huddie Ledbetter) - 4:15
  3. "Sugar Mama" (Chester Burnett)- 7:14
  4. "Hail" - 2:35
  5. "Born on the Wrong Side of Time" - 4:00
  6. "Dual Carriageway Pain" - 3:13
  7. "Same Old Story" - 3:32
  8. "Catfish" (trad. arr. Gallagher) - 8:04
  9. "I'm Moving On" (Hank Snow) - 2:29
 

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Photo Of The Back Cover TASTE With Rory Gallagher England 12" LP Vinyl Album

 

TASTE With Rory Gallagher England 12" LP Vinyl Album back cover

Close up of Side One record's label TASTE With Rory Gallagher England 12" LP Vinyl Album

"Taste" Red Colour Polydor Record Label Details: POLYDOR 583-042 , Made in England ℗ 1969 Sound Copyright

"Taste" Red Colour Polydor Record Label Details: POLYDOR 583-042 , Made in England ℗ 1969 Sound Copyright
 

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