Booker T & The MG's
Green Onions
Rare & Collectible Vinyl Records

70's Electronically re-recorded to simulate stereo pressing. An Excellent Memphis Sound Recording. "Green Onions" is a pioneering soul album by Booker T. & the M.G.'s, released in 1962 on the Stax Records label. The album is primarily instrumental and showcases the talents of Booker T. Jones on the Hammond B3 organ, Steve Cropper on guitar, Lewie Steinberg on bass, and Al Jackson Jr. on drums. The title track, "Green Onions," became an iconic hit, known for its distinctive, bluesy organ riff and tight rhythm section. The album is often celebrated for its raw, energetic sound and minimalist approach, which laid the groundwork for future soul and R&B recordings.

The "Green Onions" vinyl album contains 12 tracks, blending elements of R&B, soul, and blues. Apart from the title track, other notable songs include "Rinky-Dink," "Mo' Onions," and "Behave Yourself." The M.G.’s instrumentation and tight grooves stand out, making the album a timeless classic in the annals of American music. The success of "Green Onions" not only established Booker T. & the M.G.'s as prominent musicians of their time but also helped to define the sound of the Memphis music scene in the 1960s.