GRATEFUL DEAD- Self-Titled aka Skull and Roses 2LP 12" ALBUM VINYL

- German Release with Solid Green Warner Bros Record Label

The Grateful Dead's self-titled live album, aka Skull and Roses, is a legendary 2LP vinyl experience. Released in 1971, it captures the band's peak with extended jams of their hits and deep cuts. Featuring iconic artwork and warm vinyl sound, this recording is a must-have for Deadheads and newcomers alike, offering a portal to the heart of the Grateful Dead's live magic.

GRATEFUL DEAD - Live Aka Skull And Roses 2LP 12" ALBUM VINYL front cover https://vinyl-records.nl

"Grateful Dead" Album Description:

The Grateful Dead's self-titled live album, released in 1971, needs no introduction. Though officially untitled, it's universally recognized by the psychedelic brilliance of Alton Kelley's cover art, depicting a skull adorned with roses. This artwork perfectly encapsulates the spirit of the Grateful Dead's music - a blend of beauty and darkness, exploration and groove.

More Than Just a Studio Recording

This 2LP vinyl release isn't your typical studio album. It's a portal to the heart of the Grateful Dead's live experience. Recorded throughout 1971, it captures the band at a peak.

A Collector's Item and a Listening Treasure

Original pressings of the Skull and Roses album, particularly those with the green Warner Bros. labels, are prized possessions for Deadheads (Grateful Dead fans). But even reissues offer a chance to experience this landmark album in its full glory. The warmth of the vinyl format perfectly complements the Grateful Dead's psychedelic soundscapes, inviting listeners to lose themselves in the music.

Listen to: Grateful Dead - "Me & Bobby McGee" :
Janis Joplin - Me And Bobby McGee:

Album Description & Collectors information:

 

Gatefold (FOC) cover design with artwork / photos on the inside cover pages

 

Music Genre:

American Folk, Psych Rock 

Album Production Information:

The album: was produced by: Grateful Dead

Album artwork: Alton Kelley

Album cover photography: Bob Seideman

Record Label Information:

Green Warner Bros WB 66009

Media Format:

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

Year & Country:

1971 Made in Germany
Personnel/Band Members and Musicians on: GRATEFUL DEAD - Self-Titled 2LP
    Band-members, Musicians and Performers
  • Jerry Garcia - Lead Guitars, Vocals

    Jerry Garcia (Full-name: Jerome John Garcia) was born on 1 August 1942, in San Francisco, California. He began playing the guitar at the age of 15 and was heavily influenced by bluegrass and folk music. In 1965, he co-founded the Grateful Dead with fellow musician Bob Weir. The band quickly gained a following for their unique blend of rock, folk, blues, and country music, and became known for their improvisational live performances.

    Throughout his career, Garcia also released several solo albums and collaborated with other musicians, including the Jerry Garcia Band and the Garcia/Grisman acoustic duo. He was also a member of the supergroup the Other Ones, which formed in 1998 after the Grateful Dead disbanded following Garcia's death.

    Garcia struggled with drug addiction throughout his life, which ultimately contributed to his death on August 9, 1995. He died of a heart attack in a drug rehab facility in Forest Knolls, California. He is widely considered to be one of the most influential guitarists of the 20th century and his contributions to the Grateful Dead's music continue to be celebrated by fans around the world.

  • Bob Weir - Rhythm Guitar
  • Phil Lesh - Bass and vocals
  • Bill Kreutzmann - Drums
  • Ron McKernan (Pig Pen) - Organ, Harmonica
Complete Track-listing of the album "GRATEFUL DEAD - Self-Titled 2LP"

The detailed tracklist of this record "GRATEFUL DEAD - Self-Titled 2LP" is:

    Track-listing Side One:
  1. Bertha
  2. Mama Tried
  3. Big Railroad Blues
  4. Playing In The Band
    Track-listing Side Two:
  1. The Other One
    Track-listing Side Three:
  1. Me & My Uncle
  2. Big Boss Man
  3. Me & Bobby McGee
  4. Johnny B. Goode
    Track-listing Side Four:
  1. Wharf Rat
  2. Not Fade Away / Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad

 

 

Front Cover Photo Of GRATEFUL DEAD - Self-Titled Aka Skull And Roses 2LP 12" ALBUM VINYL

 

GRATEFUL DEAD - Live Aka Skull And Roses 2LP 12" ALBUM VINYL front cover https://vinyl-records.nl

 Note: The photos on this page are taken from albums in my personal collection. Slight differences in color may exist due to the use of the camera's flash. Images can be zoomed in/out ( eg pinch with your fingers on a tablet or smartphone ).

Photo Of The Back Cover GRATEFUL DEAD - Self-Titled Aka Skull And Roses 2LP 12" ALBUM VINYL

 

GRATEFUL DEAD - Live Aka Skull And Roses 2LP 12" ALBUM VINYL back cover

Photo One Of The Inner Gatefold GRATEFUL DEAD - Self-Titled Aka Skull And Roses 2LP 12" ALBUM VINYL

Large almost full page group photo of the "Grateful Dead" band

Large almost full page group photo of the "Grateful Dead" band

Photo Two Of The Inner Gatefold GRATEFUL DEAD - Self-Titled Aka Skull And Roses 2LP 12" ALBUM VINYL

 

GRATEFUL DEAD - Live Aka Skull And Roses 2LP 12" ALBUM VINYL inner gatefold cover

Close up of record's label GRATEFUL DEAD - Self-Titled Aka Skull And Roses 2LP 12" ALBUM VINYL Side One

Close up of record's label GRATEFUL DEAD - Live Aka Skull And Roses 2LP 12" ALBUM VINYL Side One
 
GRATEFUL DEAD - Selected Vinyl Album Discography and Album Cover Gallery
GRATEFUL DEAD - American Beauty (German and USA Releases) 12" Vinyl LP
GRATEFUL DEAD - American Beauty (German and USA Releases) album front cover vinyl record

Recorded between August and September 1970, "American Beauty" showcased a collaborative effort between the band's songwriting talents. While Jerry Garcia and Robert Hunter are credited on most of the tracks

- American Beauty (German Release) - American Beauty (USA Release)
GRATEFUL DEAD - Aoxomoxoa 12" Vinyl LP
GRATEFUL DEAD - Aoxomoxoa album front cover vinyl record

The name "Aoxomoxoa" is derived from a word play created by the Grateful Dead's lyricist, Robert Hunter. It does not have a specific meaning but was intended to be a whimsical and cryptic word.

Learn more
GREATFULL DEAD (Grateful Dead) - Dark Star / Dont Ease Me In 12" Vinyl LP
GREATFULL DEAD (Grateful Dead) - Dark Star / Dont Ease Me In album front cover vinyl record

Dark Star (Glastonbury Fayre): The centerpiece here is the legendary "Dark Star," a song notorious for its improvisational jams. However, there's a snag. The Grateful Dead never played Glastonbury Fayre in 1971

Learn more
GRATEFUL DEAD - Self-Titled aka Skull and Roses 12" Vinyl 2LP
GRATEFUL DEAD - Self-Titled aka Skull and Roses album front cover vinyl record

This 2LP vinyl release isn't your typical studio album. It's a portal to the heart of the Grateful Dead's live experience. Recorded throughout 1971, it captures the band at a peak.

Learn more
GRATEFUL DEAD - Vintage Dead 12" Vinyl LP
GRATEFUL DEAD - Vintage Dead album front cover vinyl record

While not officially sanctioned by the Grateful Dead themselves, "Vintage Dead" holds a special place in their history. Recorded without the band's involvement, it falls under the category of a legal release rather than a bootleg.

Learn more
GRATEFUL DEAD - Wake of the Flood 12" Vinyl LP
GRATEFUL DEAD - Wake of the Flood album front cover vinyl record

Through their relentless touring and experimentation, the band cultivated a dedicated fan base known as the "Deadheads". "Wake of the Flood" was their first album on their independent label, Grateful Dead Records

Learn more
GRATEFUL DEAD - The Grateful Dead 12" Vinyl LP
GRATEFUL DEAD - The Grateful Dead album front cover vinyl record

While "The Grateful Dead" doesn't feature any of the band's signature long-form jams that would define their later career, it lays the groundwork for their improvisational exploration.

Learn more
GRATEFUL DEAD - Workingman's Dead 12" Vinyl LP
GRATEFUL DEAD - Workingman's Dead album front cover vinyl record

Workingman's Dead marked a shift for the Dead. It moved away from the heavier psychedelia of their earlier work towards a more rootsy sound, featuring songs like "Uncle John's Band" and "High Time" that have become fan favorites.

Learn more