Dave's Picks Volume 43 – San Francisco, 11/2/69 • Dallas, 12/26/69
Grateful Dead · 2022
235 min · 29 tracks · psychedelic rock
A psychedelic odyssey filled with improvisational brilliance and soulful renditions of classic Americana.
Why this album works
This volume is notable for its exploration of early live recordings that highlight the band's evolving capabilities as performers. The selection from November 2, 1969, features 'Dark Star,' which has been heralded as one of the best examples of the band's improvisational prowess. Additionally, such archival releases have contributed to the ongoing legacy of live music culture and the popularity of concert recordings in the digital age.
- Best for
- extended improvisational peaks psychedelic odyssey for exploration dynamic journey with waves
- Context
- Released in 2022, 'Dave's Picks Volume 43' showcases the Grateful Dead during a pivotal year in their career. By this time, they had already established themselves as a cornerstone of the counterculture movement, known for their live improvisation and eclectic performances. This collection captures two concerts from late 1969, a period when the band was honing their signature sound that would influence generations to come.
- 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 Cold Rain and Snow (San Francisco, 11/2/69) 6:18
- 2 In the Midnight Hour (San Francisco, 11/2/69) 8:22
- 3 Seasons of My Heart (San Francisco, 11/2/69) 4:31
- 4 Mama Tried (San Francisco, 11/2/69) 2:54
- 5 Next Time You See Me (San Francisco, 11/2/69) 4:50
- 6 Good Lovin’ (San Francisco, 11/2/69) 9:22
- 7 Big Boss Man (San Francisco, 11/2/69) 6:59
- 8 Casey Jones (San Francisco, 11/2/69) 4:39
- 9 Dancing in the Street (San Francisco, 11/2/69) 9:06
- 10 The Monkey and the Engineer (Dallas, 12/26/69) 2:41
- 11 Little Sadie (Dallas, 12/26/69) 3:56
- 12 Long Black Limousine (Dallas, 12/26/69) 6:09
- 13 I’ve Been All Around This World (Dallas, 12/26/69) 5:02
- 14 Gathering Flowers for the Master’s Bouquet (Dallas, 12/26/69) 3:10
Disc 2
- 1 Dark Star > (San Francisco, 11/2/69) 30:32
- 2 St. Stephen > (San Francisco, 11/2/69) 9:42
- 3 The Eleven > (San Francisco, 11/2/69) 8:59
- 4 Death Don’t Have No Mercy (San Francisco, 11/2/69) 11:46
- 5 Black Peter (Dallas, 12/26/69) 11:05
- 6 Uncle John’s Band (Dallas, 12/26/69) 6:32
Disc 3
- 1 Casey Jones (Dallas, 12/26/69) 5:11
- 2 Hard to Handle (Dallas, 12/26/69) 4:53
- 3 China Cat Sunflower > (Dallas, 12/26/69) 5:55
- 4 I Know You Rider > (Dallas, 12/26/69) 5:25
- 5 High Time (Dallas, 12/26/69) 8:04
- 6 Me and My Uncle (Dallas, 12/26/69) 4:14
- 7 Dark Star > (Dallas, 12/26/69) 24:51
- 8 New Speedway Boogie (Dallas, 12/26/69) 5:35
- 9 Turn On Your Lovelight (Dallas, 12/26/69) 14:54
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