Name: Gram Parsons / Grievous Angel
Brand: Gram Parsons

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

26108

{"blocks": [{"data": {"text": "26108"}, "type": "paragraph"}]}

Colour

Colour details

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

1990-03-23

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

WEA /­ ADA

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

075992610827

{"blocks": [{"data": {"text": "075992610827"}, "type": "paragraph"}]}

Total Cap

1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Gram Parsons

Genre US

60s & 70s

Label US

Our curated collection of essential albums on vinyl, CD, and tape at Rough Trade.

Rough Trade Essential

Gram Parsons was an American singer/songwriter, guitarist and pianist, born on November 5, 1946 in Winter Haven, Florida. He is best known for his work within the country genre and his creation of Cosmic American Music by blending blues, folk, and rock. Parsons recorded as a solo artist and also played with notable bands such as The International Submarine Band, The Byrds, and The Flying Burrito Brothers. Married to Gretchen Carpenter from 1971 until his untimely death at the age of 26 on September 19, 1973 in Joshua Tree, California due to an overdose of morphine and alcohol.

With a musical style that transcended traditional boundaries, Gram Parsons left a lasting impact on the music industry. His unique blend of genres created a sound that resonated with audiences worldwide. Alongside his successful solo career, he made significant contributions as a member of various renowned bands including The International Submarine Band, The Byrds, and The Flying Burrito Brothers. These collaborations showcased Parsons' versatility as an artist.

Influenced by artists like Gene Clark and Townes Van Zandt among others from the list of similar artists such as Doug Sahm and Levon Helm; Gram Parsons paved the way for future musicians seeking to break free from conventional musical constraints. Despite his tragically short life spanned only over two decades -

On his two early-1970s solo albums, collected here on one disc, Gram Parsons lends his fragile, aching tenor to music that's the definition of what he called 'country soul.' With originals as great as 'She' and 'In my hour of darkness' - not to mention backing from Emmylou Harris and the core of Elvis's early-'70s band - both 'GP' and 'Grievous Angel' are standout country-rock classics that defined a genre.

Gram Parsons / Grievous Angel

Music US