Artist page · 05/07/2026

Rory Gallagher

County DonegalBorn in 1948Blues10 vinyl albums
Rory Gallagher was a pioneering Irish blues rock guitarist and songwriter born in 1948 in Ballyshannon, Ireland. Active from the 1960s until 1995, his style blended blues with rock influences, highlighted through both solo albums and his early band Taste.
10Albums on Vinyles.com
1731Discogs releases
511kLast.fm listeners

About

Rory Gallagher, Irish blues rock from County Donegal to global stages.

10 vinyl releases, including seminal 1971 debut and live Montreux sets — original pressings reach €20+.

Rory Gallagher's discography includes 10 vinyl records currently listed on Vinyles.com, spanning live performances and studio albums. Among these, key releases dating from his 1971 self-titled album to live records from Montreux and London showcase his dynamic guitar work and dedication to blues. His music features classic blues rock elements, maintaining authentic production quality sought by vinyl collectors.

Gallagher was also a multi-instrumentalist, skilled on saxophone, mandolin, and harmonica. His powerful stage presence and fervent performances are documented on various live vinyl editions. Fans will find a range of limited editions and reissues, mainly from labels like Universal and Cadet Concept, with prices fluctuating around €15 to €45 for notable pressings.

Discography

Rory Gallagher — Discography

Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

All Around Man (Live In London)Cadet Concept · 2023
2023
All Around Man (Live In London)
Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition, Stereo
Live
BBC John Peel Sunday Concert 1971UMC · 2021
2021
BBC John Peel Sunday Concert 1971
Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition, Remastered
Studio
Check Shirt Wizard (Live In '77)Cadet Concept · 2020
2020
Check Shirt Wizard (Live In '77)
CD, Album, Stereo
Live
BluesChess · 2019
2019
Blues
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Notes From San FranciscoMusic On Vinyl · 2011
2011
Notes From San Francisco
Vinyl, LP, Album, Deluxe Edition
Studio
The Beat Club SessionsShock · 2010
2010
The Beat Club Sessions
CD, Album, Remastered
Studio
Live At MontreuxEagle Records · 2006
2006
Live At Montreux
CD, Album
Live
Wheels Within WheelsBMG · 2003
2003
Wheels Within Wheels
CD, Album
Studio
Off The BoardsEPM Musique · 2000
2000
Off The Boards
All Media, CD, Album, Remastered
Studio
Fresh EvidenceCapo · 1990
1990
Fresh Evidence
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
JinxChrysalis · 1982
1982
Jinx
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Stage StruckChrysalis · 1980
1980
Stage Struck
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Top PriorityChrysalis · 1979
1979
Top Priority
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Photo-FinishChrysalis · 1978
1978
Photo-Finish
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
In ConcertAriola · 1977
1977
In Concert
Vinyl, LP, Album
Live
Calling CardChrysalis · 1976
1976
Calling Card
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Against The GrainChrysalis · 1975
1975
Against The Grain
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Irish Tour '74Polydor · 1974
1974
Irish Tour '74
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
BlueprintPolydor · 1973
1973
Blueprint
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
TattooPolydor · 1973
1973
Tattoo
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Live! In EuropePolydor · 1972
1972
Live! In Europe
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Rory GallagherPolydor · 1971
1971
Rory Gallagher
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
DeucePolydor · 1971
1971
Deuce
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Rory Gallagher's career.

01
Bad Penny
·
02
I Fall Apart
I Fall Apart
Rory Gallagher · 1971
03
A Million Miles Away
A Million Miles Away
Blues · 2019
04
Tattoo'd Lady
·
05
Moonchild
·
06
Shadow Play
·
07
Philby
·
08
Laundromat
Laundromat
Rory Gallagher · 1971

The essentials

The 3 Rory Gallagher albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1971
Vinyl, LP, Album
Rory Gallagher

The 1971 debut solo album featuring 10 tracks of blues rock that established his distinctive guitar-driven sound.

10 tracksPolydor labelOriginal pressings from 1971German pressings available
#2 · 2018
LP, Album, Reissue
Live At Montreux

Live concert capturing Gallagher's energetic performance with 12 tracks, released in a Back On Black reissue pressing.

12 tracksBack On Black label2011 UK pressingLimited edition reissue
#3 · 2023
Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition, Stereo
All Around Man – Live In London

A comprehensive live record with 23 tracks showcasing Gallagher's blues rock mastery, issued by Cadet Concept.

23 tracksLimited editionStereoEuropean release

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Collectors

For vinyl die-hards

The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.

Market values (source: Discogs)

For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.

Live At Montreux
Master release · LP · 2006
Market position i
35,50 €
Min price 20 €Max price 40 €
Average price 35,50 €
Only 36 copies for sale on Discogs
18 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Rory Gallagher
Master release · LP · 1971
Market position i
18,54 €
Min price 15 €Max price 22 €
Average price 18,54 €
Only 39 copies for sale on Discogs
1 062 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
All Around Man (Live In London)
Master release · LP · 2023
Market position i
43,49 €
Min price 43 €Max price 43 €
Average price 43,49 €
Only 21 copies for sale on Discogs
95 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
BBC John Peel Sunday Concert 1971
Master release · LP · 2021
Market position i
14,79 €
Min price 15 €Max price 15 €
Average price 14,79 €
Only 16 copies for sale on Discogs
126 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Check Shirt Wizard (Live In '77)
Master release · LP · 2020
Market position i
45,00 €
Min price 45 €Max price 45 €
Average price 45,00 €
Only 15 copies for sale on Discogs
44 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Blues
Master release · LP · 2019
Market position i
37,70 €
Min price 29 €Max price 46 €
Average price 37,70 €
Only 25 copies for sale on Discogs
193 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
All Around Man (Live In London)LP, Album, Limited Edition, Stereo
Cadet Concept Europe · 2023 4882500, 00602448825001 Original pressing
95 want · 769 have · ratio 0,1
43,49 €
Check Shirt Wizard (Live In '77)LP, Album
Cadet Concept Europe · 2020 0836941 Original pressing
44 want · 942 have · ratio 0
45,00 €
Live At MontreuxLP, Album, Limited Edition, Reissue, Stereo
Back On Black UK · 2011 RCV063LP 🔥 Standard edition
18 want · 325 have · ratio 0,1
39,90 €
Live At MontreuxLP, Album, Reissue
Back On Black UK · 2011 RCV063LP Original pressing
18 want · 325 have · ratio 0,1
35,99 €
Rory GallagherLP, Album
Polydor Germany · 1971 2383 044 🔥 Standard edition
1 062 want · 1 920 have · ratio 0,6
22,00 €
Rory GallagherLP, Album, Promo
Polydor Germany · 1971 2383 044 Original pressing
1 062 want · 1 920 have · ratio 0,6
BBC John Peel Sunday Concert 1971LP, Unofficial Release
Diskoton (2) Yugoslavia LPBBC1971 🔥 Standard edition
126 want · 893 have · ratio 0,1
BBC John Peel Sunday Concert 1971LP, Unofficial Release
Diskoton (2) Yugoslavia LPBBC1971 Original pressing
126 want · 893 have · ratio 0,1

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Rory Gallagher

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

"Rory dedicated his life to the blues with passionate and energized performances that still inspire."
— Fan communities
01Live Album

Live At Montreux

Released as a reissue in 2011 by Back On Black in the UK, this pressing of Live At Montreux features 12 tracks and remains a sought-after vinyl for its dynamic capturing of Gallagher's stage energy.

2011UK
02Studio Album

Rory Gallagher debut album

The self-titled 1971 album released on Polydor includes tracks like 'Laundromat' and 'Hands Up', defining his style with blues rock expressions across a 10-track LP, still widely prized by collectors.

1971Germany
03Live Recording

All Around Man (Live In London)

2023 European release from Cadet Concept pressed as a limited edition LP with 23 tracks featuring classic Gallagher material, demonstrating his long-lasting influence on blues rock performance.

2023Europe
04Live Album

BBC John Peel Sunday Concert 1971

This limited edition vinyl released in 2021 contains recordings from a 1971 BBC concert showcasing Gallagher’s live prowess with a streamlined 6-track set on LP.

1971UK

FAQ

FAQ: Rory Gallagher on physical formats

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

What genre of music did Rory Gallagher play?

Rory Gallagher primarily played blues rock, blending blues roots with rock and roll influences throughout his career.

Which Rory Gallagher albums are available on vinyl?

Vinyl releases include his 1971 debut album 'Rory Gallagher', live records like 'Live At Montreux', and more recent live editions such as 'All Around Man – Live In London'.

Are Rory Gallagher live performances available on vinyl?

Yes, several live albums such as 'Live At Montreux' and 'All Around Man – Live In London' are available on vinyl, capturing his energetic stage presence.

What is the price range for Rory Gallagher vinyl records?

Prices range from around €15 for reissues up to €45 for limited edition live pressings, with variability depending on condition and edition.

Where was Rory Gallagher born?

Rory Gallagher was born in Ballyshannon, County Donegal, Ireland in 1948.

Did Rory Gallagher perform in London?

Yes, live recordings such as 'All Around Man – Live In London' document his performances in London, released on vinyl in 2023.

Are there any Rory Gallagher vinyl albums recorded at BBC studios in the UK?

Yes, the 'BBC John Peel Sunday Concert 1971' vinyl captures a live session recorded for the BBC in the UK.

What instruments did Rory Gallagher play besides guitar?

Besides guitar, Rory Gallagher also played saxophone, mandolin, and harmonica on various recordings and live performances.

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Sources & method

This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.

Our method

  1. Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
  2. Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
  3. Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
  4. Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
  5. Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 05/07/2026