Dave's Picks Volume 37: College of William & Mary, Williamsburg, VA · 4/15/78
Grateful Dead · 2021
233 min · 27 tracks · psychedelic rock
A vibrant tapestry of improvisational rock woven with rich storytelling and spontaneous musical exploration.
Why this album works
This volume is notable for capturing a complete concert from a key year in the band's evolution, reflecting their intricate live arrangements and captivating audience interactions. The release has been well-received among fans and collectors, further cementing the Grateful Dead's legacy in live music history and contributing to the ongoing popularity of their extensive catalog.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks improvisational exploration and spontaneity long-form engagement with storytelling
- Context
- Released in 2021, 'Dave's Picks Volume 37' marks a continuation of the Grateful Dead's archival series, showcasing a performance from their prolific 1978 tour. At this point, the band was solidifying their status as icons of jam rock, building on the momentum from earlier releases and live recordings that highlighted their experimental approach to music.
- 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 Mississippi Half‐Step Uptown Toodleoo Standout 10:43
- 2 Passenger 4:51
- 3 Friend of the Devil Standout 7:03
- 4 El Paso 4:53
- 5 Brown‐Eyed Women 5:30
- 6 Let It Grow 14:32
- 7 Deal 7:14
- 8 Bertha > 6:01
- 9 Good Lovin’ 7:03
- 10 Candyman 7:38
Disc 2
- 1 Sunrise > 4:11
- 2 Playing in the Band > 14:23
- 3 Rhythm Devils > 11:40
- 4 Not Fade Away > 13:29
- 5 Morning Dew 10:46
- 6 Around and Around 8:41
- 7 One More Saturday Night 4:59
- 8 Lazy Lightning > 4:05
- 9 Supplication 5:57
Disc 3
- 1 Sugaree 15:01
- 2 Tennessee Jed 9:11
- 3 Scarlet Begonias > Standout 13:50
- 4 Dancing in the Street > 13:33
- 5 Rhythm Devils > 1:15
- 6 Samson and Delilah 7:22
- 7 Terrapin Station > 10:59
- 8 Around and Around 8:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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