Dave's Picks Volume 23
Grateful Dead · 2017
167 min · 21 tracks · psychedelic rock
A vibrant tapestry of improvisation and lyrical storytelling, echoing the essence of the Grateful Dead's live spirit.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its celebration of the band's live legacy and its contribution to the ongoing appreciation of the Grateful Dead's expansive discography. It was well-received by fans and critics alike, reinforcing the importance of live recordings in understanding the band's musical evolution. The Dave's Picks series has become a critical platform for preserving and promoting the band's history.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks improvisational exploration and flow extended tracks for deep listening
- Context
- Released in 2017, 'Dave's Picks Volume 23' is part of a series celebrating the Grateful Dead's extensive live recordings. This volume features performances from 1974, showcasing their peak improvisational skills during a prolific touring era. At this point, the band had already established a legendary status within the jam band scene, continuing to attract new fans through archival releases.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cher· Neil Young· Bruce Springsteen· Bob Dylan· Cyndi Lauper· Bon Jovi· Elvis Presley· Prince
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 New Minglewood Blues 6:20
- 2 Dire Wolf 4:34
- 3 Cassidy 5:08
- 4 Peggy‐O 7:22
- 5 El Paso 5:21
- 6 Tennessee Jed 9:06
- 7 Jack Straw Standout 6:07
- 8 Row Jimmy 10:36
- 9 The Music Never Stopped Standout 8:07
Disc 2
- 1 Bertha > 6:51
- 2 Good Lovin’ 6:26
- 3 Ship of Fools 7:33
- 4 Samson and Delilah 7:48
Disc 3
- 1 Terrapin Station > Standout 11:07
- 2 Drums > 7:51
- 3 The Other One > 16:57
- 4 Space > 3:52
- 5 St. Stephen > 7:39
- 6 Not Fade Away > 14:08
- 7 Around and Around 8:57
- 8 U.S. Blues 5:52
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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