Dave's Picks Volume 20
Grateful Dead · 2016
182 min · 24 tracks · psychedelic rock
A rich tapestry of live improvisation, blending folk, rock, and psychedelia into a communal celebration.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks communal celebration of improvisation long-form tracks for deep focus
- Context
- Released in 2016, 'Dave's Picks Volume 20' comes during a period of renewed interest in the Grateful Dead's extensive archive. This series showcases some of their best live performances post-1995, the year of Jerry Garcia’s passing. As part of a beloved archival collection, this album highlights the band's enduring legacy and influence on jam bands.
- If you like
- psychedelic rock
Dave's Picks Volume 20 is an album by Grateful Dead, released in 2016. A rich tapestry of live improvisation, blending folk, rock, and psychedelia into a communal celebration. This volume is celebrated for its high-quality recordings and curation from legendary concerts, contributing to the Grateful Dead's reputation as pioneers in live music dissemination. It received positive reviews from fans and critics alike, underscoring the band’s lasting impact on the rock genre and live performance culture. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dave's Picks Volume 20 sound like?
A rich tapestry of live improvisation, blending folk, rock, and psychedelia into a communal celebration. Rooted in psychedelic rock.
What makes Dave's Picks Volume 20 by Grateful Dead notable?
This volume is celebrated for its high-quality recordings and curation from legendary concerts, contributing to the Grateful Dead's reputation as pioneers in live music dissemination. It received positive reviews from fans and critics alike, underscoring the band’s lasting impact on the rock genre and live performance culture. Released in 2016, 'Dave's Picks Volume 20' comes during a period of renewed interest in the Grateful Dead's extensive archive. This series showcases some of their best live performances post-1995, the year of Jerry Garcia’s passing. As part of a beloved archival collection, this album highlights the band's enduring legacy and influence on jam bands.
Who is Dave's Picks Volume 20 for?
Dave's Picks Volume 20 works well if you're into wave-like pacing with peaks, communal celebration of improvisation and long-form tracks for deep focus.
How many songs are on Dave's Picks Volume 20?
Dave's Picks Volume 20 has 24 tracks, running approximately 182 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Cold Rain and Snow 6:38
- 2 Jack Straw 6:25
- 3 Friend of the Devil > Standout 8:10
- 4 Little Red Rooster 8:48
- 5 Bird Song 8:58
- 6 Mama Tried > 2:24
- 7 Mexicali Blues 5:14
- 8 Candyman 6:10
- 9 Cassidy 6:15
- 10 Looks Like Rain 8:11
Disc 2
- 1 China Cat Sunflower > 6:00
- 2 I Know You Rider 6:30
- 3 Scarlet Begonias > Standout 10:26
- 4 Fire on the Mountain 8:43
- 5 Estimated Prophet > 10:31
- 6 He’s Gone > 14:53
- 7 Drums > 6:15
- 8 Space 9:36
Disc 3
- 1 The Other One > 7:39
- 2 Stella Blue > 9:30
- 3 Around and Around > 3:39
- 4 Good Lovin’ 9:23
- 5 U.S. Blues > 4:59
- 6 (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction 6:30
Release Date
November 1, 2016
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
182 min 2 sec
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