Anthem of the Sun
Grateful Dead · 1968
39 min · 5 tracks · psychedelic rock
A swirling tapestry of psychedelia and improvisation, merging rock with experimental soundscapes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like dynamics with peaks
- immersive psychedelic soundscapes
- extended tracks for exploration
- headphone detail hunting
- communal experience with friends
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on July 18, 1968, 'Anthem of the Sun' was the Grateful Dead's second album, following their self-titled debut. At this stage, the band was beginning to establish their unique sound and reputation as pioneers of psychedelic rock, blending live improvisation with studio techniques.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Phish· The Allman Brothers Band· Jefferson Airplane
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 That's It for the Other One: I. Cryptical Envelopment; II. Quadlibet for Tender Feet; III. The Faster We Go, The Rounder We Get; IV. We Leave the Castle 7:46
- 2 New Potato Caboose 8:19
- 3 Born Cross-Eyed 2:05
- 4 Alligator 15:17
- 5 Caution (Do Not Stop on Tracks) 5:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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