Grateful Dead - Self Titled (1971) Vinyl LP • Skull & Roses, Jerry Garcia, Live

Catalog Number: 2WS-1935

Record Grading: Very Good Plus (VG+), Sleeve Grading: Very Good (VG)

Condition Details:

Vinyl plays with some crackles and a few light-clicks (play-graded). Double LP. Cover has a few creases near edges; scuffing and some discoloration spots (front/back/inner-gate). Inner-sleeve are generic replacements. Spine shows wear. Shelf-wear along top/bottom-edge, with partial splits. Wear to corners and opening edge. (Not a cut-out.)

Tracks:

• Bertha
• Mama Tried
• Big Railroad Blues
• Playing In The Band
• The Other One
• Me And My Uncle
• Big Boss Man
• Me & Bobby McGee
• Johnny B. Goode
• Wharf Rat
• Not Fade Away / Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad

About The Record:

Grateful Dead, by Grateful Dead, also known as Skull & Roses, is the second live album by the band, released in October 1971. Recorded during performances in early 1971, it captures the band's evolving sound, blending rock, folk, and blues with their signature improvisational style. Historically significant for showcasing the band's live prowess, it was their first album to achieve gold certification by the RIAA, reflecting their growing popularity. The album features no major hit singles but includes iconic tracks like Bertha and Wharf Rat, which became staples in their live repertoire. Its cover, featuring a skull and roses design by Alton Kelley and Stanley Mouse, became an enduring symbol of the band’s identity.