Dave's Picks Volume 16
Grateful Dead · 2015
210 min · 30 tracks · psychedelic rock
A sprawling tapestry of improvisational brilliance and heartfelt lyricism, capturing the essence of a legendary live experience.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks improvisational brilliance and exploration for long listening sessions
- Context
- Released in 2015, 'Dave's Picks Volume 16' is part of an ongoing series celebrating the Grateful Dead's extensive live recordings. This collection showcases performances from 1974, a period characterized by the band’s experimental approach and deepening musical exploration, following their transition into a more polished sound post-1972.
- If you like
- psychedelic rock
Dave's Picks Volume 16 is an album by Grateful Dead, released in 2015. A sprawling tapestry of improvisational brilliance and heartfelt lyricism, capturing the essence of a legendary live experience. This album encapsulates the Grateful Dead's reputation as pioneers of live improvisation, contributing to the band's legacy within the jam band scene. 'Dave's Picks Volume 16' is celebrated for its rich sound quality and represents one of the many releases that have kept the band's music alive for new generations, receiving positive reviews from fans and critics alike. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dave's Picks Volume 16 sound like?
A sprawling tapestry of improvisational brilliance and heartfelt lyricism, capturing the essence of a legendary live experience. Rooted in psychedelic rock.
What makes Dave's Picks Volume 16 by Grateful Dead notable?
This album encapsulates the Grateful Dead's reputation as pioneers of live improvisation, contributing to the band's legacy within the jam band scene. 'Dave's Picks Volume 16' is celebrated for its rich sound quality and represents one of the many releases that have kept the band's music alive for new generations, receiving positive reviews from fans and critics alike. Released in 2015, 'Dave's Picks Volume 16' is part of an ongoing series celebrating the Grateful Dead's extensive live recordings. This collection showcases performances from 1974, a period characterized by the band’s experimental approach and deepening musical exploration, following their transition into a more polished sound post-1972.
Who is Dave's Picks Volume 16 for?
Dave's Picks Volume 16 works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, improvisational brilliance and exploration and for long listening sessions.
How many songs are on Dave's Picks Volume 16?
Dave's Picks Volume 16 has 30 tracks, running approximately 210 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Cumberland Blues 6:08
- 2 Here Comes Sunshine 8:47
- 3 Mexicali Blues 3:42
- 4 Wave That Flag 5:39
- 5 Beat It On Down the Line 3:25
- 6 Loser 7:09
- 7 Jack Straw 4:59
- 8 Box of Rain Standout 4:57
- 9 They Love Each Other 6:03
- 10 El Paso 4:50
- 11 Row Jimmy 8:41
- 12 Around and Around 5:24
- 13 Brown‐Eyed Women 5:13
Disc 2
- 1 You Ain’t Woman Enough 5:17
- 2 Looks Like Rain 7:36
- 3 China Cat Sunflower > Standout 8:54
- 4 I Know You Rider 5:19
- 5 Promised Land 3:12
- 6 Loose Lucy 7:04
- 7 Me and My Uncle 4:12
- 8 Don’t Ease Me In 3:23
- 9 The Race Is On 3:13
- 10 Stella Blue 7:34
- 11 Big River 4:38
- 12 Mississippi Half‐Step Uptown Toodeloo 7:51
Disc 3
- 1 Weather Report Suite Prelude > 3:09
- 2 Dark Star > Standout 31:46
- 3 Eyes of the World > 12:51
- 4 Playing in the Band 15:27
- 5 Johnny B. Goode 3:51
Release Date
January 1, 2015
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
210 min 14 sec
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