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:
- Giant – Derek Shuman
- Funny Ways – Phil Shuman, Derek Shuman
- Alucard – Phil Shuman, Derek Shulman, Kerry Minhear
- Isn’t It Quiet and Cold – Phil Shulman
- Nothing at All – Derek Shulman
- Why Not – Derek Shuman, Kerry Minnear
- The Queen – Phil Shuman, Ray Shuman, Kerry Minnear
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