Joe Cocker – Joe Cocker (Amiga, 1981) Vintage LP – GDR licensed edition

Authentic Amiga licensed pressing of British singer Joe Cocker's music, released in 1981 in East Germany. This compilation presents a selection of his greatest hits from the 1970s and offers the unmistakable, raw soul-rock sound that made Joe Cocker internationally famous.

Historical background

Joe Cocker (1944–2014) was one of the most distinctive voices in British blues and soul rock. After his breakthrough with the Beatles cover version "With a Little Help from My Friends" at the Woodstock Festival in 1969, he established himself as a charismatic live performer.
This Amiga edition was created at a time when Western music in East Germany was only available in strictly limited licensed editions – accordingly, these pressings are highly sought after by collectors today.

Product details

• Format: LP

• Artist / Band: Joe Cocker

• Title: Joe Cocker

• Label: Amiga – 8 55 219

• Year of publication: 1981

• Origin: GDR (East Germany)

• Genre: Rock, Blues, Soul

• Cover condition: Very good (VG+) – slight signs of wear, otherwise a clean copy.

• Vinyl condition: Very good + (EX) – glossy, only minimal hairlines, plays clearly and dynamically.

• Special features: Original East German licensed edition, characteristic blue Amiga label.

Notes

• Official licensed production with Western music for the East German market

• Featuring well-known songs from the 70s – authentic Cocker sound

• A cover photo typical of the time, featuring a Cocker Spaniel in profile.