On November 27,1970, “Vertigo” label released self titled, debut Gentle Giant album. It was recorded in August 1970, at the “Trident Studios” in London, and was produced by Tony Visconti.

Personnel:

• Gary Green– lead and12 string guitar, backing vocals
• Kerry Minnear– lead and backing vocals, Hammond organ, Minimoog, Mellotron, piano, tympani, xylophone, vibraphone, cellos, bass
• Derek Shulman– lead and backing vocals, bass
• Phil Shulman– lead and backing vocals, trumpet, alto and tenor  saxophones, descant
• Ray Shulman- bass, electric and acoustic guitar, violins, triangle, backing vocals
• Martin Smith– drums, brushed snare drum
• Paul Cosh –tenor horn
• Claire Deniz – cello

Track listing:

1. Giant – Derek Shuman
2. Funny Ways – Phil Shuman, Derek Shuman
3. Alucard – Phil Shuman, Derek Shulman, Kerry Minhear
4. Isn’t It Quiet and Cold – Phil Shulman
5. Nothing at All – Derek Shulman
6. Why Not – Derek Shuman, Kerry Minnear
7. The Queen – Phil Shuman, Ray Shuman, Kerry Minnear