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Rory Gallagher - Tattoo

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Tattoo is Rory Gallagher's fourth studio album, released in 1973 after Blueprint. Recorded at Polydor Studios in London with Gerry McAvoy, Lou Martin, and Rod de'Ath, it combines Gallagher's electric guitar and vocals with keyboards, accordion, drums, percussion, harmonica, saxophone, and mandolin. The album includes 'Tattoo'd Lady' and represents his guitar-led blues-rock work of the period.

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Was Rory Gallagher's Tattoo recorded in a studio or live?

Tattoo is a studio album, recorded in summer 1973 at Polydor Studios in London and released on November 9, 1973. It followed Gallagher's February 1973 album Blueprint by less than nine months. [Rory Gallagher official site](https://rorygallagher.com/albums/tattoo/)

Who played with Rory Gallagher on Tattoo?

Gallagher handled guitars, vocals, harmonica, saxophone, and mandolin. The backing lineup was Gerry McAvoy on bass, Lou Martin on keyboards and accordion, and Rod de'Ath on drums and percussion. [Rory Gallagher official site](https://rorygallagher.com/albums/tattoo/)

What is the song Tattoo'd Lady about?

The opening track uses the world of fairground performers as a way to reflect on Gallagher's own life as a touring musician. Its title connects tattooed performers and travelling entertainers with the restless lifestyle of a rock band.

Which Tattoo songs show Rory Gallagher's range beyond straight blues?

"20:20 Vision" features acoustic guitar and reflects Gallagher's interest in Davy Graham, while "They Don't Make Them Like You Anymore" has a relaxed jazz feel. "Who's That Coming" also combines Southern and Chicago blues colors with clavinet. [Rory Gallagher official site](https://rorygallagher.com/albums/tattoo/)

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