Dave's Picks Volume 6
Grateful Dead · 2013
228 min · 27 tracks · psychedelic rock
A sprawling journey through intricate jams and heartfelt ballads that defines the Grateful Dead's improvisational spirit.
Why this album works
This album is significant as it offers a glimpse into the Grateful Dead's early improvisations that influenced countless jam bands and artists. The release was well-received by fans and critics alike, reinforcing the band's enduring appeal long after their initial breakup in 1995. It also contributed to the ongoing series of 'Dave’s Picks,' which highlights rare and previously unreleased live recordings.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with improvisational peaks long-form tracks for deep exploration heartfelt ballads for reflective moments
- Context
- Released in 2013, 'Dave's Picks Volume 6' arrives during a time when the Grateful Dead's legacy has been celebrated through various live albums and tribute acts. This installment showcases performances from 1970, capturing the band at a formative stage in their career as they were solidifying their unique blend of rock, folk, and psychedelia.
- 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 Casey Jones 4:31
- 2 Mama Tried 3:03
- 3 Hard to Handle 5:38
- 4 Cold Rain and Snow 5:32
- 5 Black Peter 9:49
- 6 Cumberland Blues 5:13
- 7 Dark Star > Standout 21:59
- 8 St. Stephen > Standout 5:10
- 9 Mason’s Children 5:28
- 10 Good Lovin’ > 5:08
- 11 Uncle John’s Band Standout 6:36
Disc 2
- 1 Turn On Your Lovelight > 14:05
- 2 Not Fade Away > 1:20
- 3 Turn On Your Lovelight 3:37
- 4 And We Bid You Goodnight 3:12
- 5 Dark Star > Standout 20:38
- 6 St. Stephen > Standout 10:39
- 7 The Eleven > 11:31
- 8 New Speedway Boogie 8:27
Disc 3
- 1 Turn On Your Lovelight 35:20
- 2 Mason’s Children 7:19
- 3 China Cat Sunflower > 5:30
- 4 I Know You Rider 6:07
- 5 High Time 8:15
- 6 Me and My Uncle 3:29
- 7 Hard to Handle 5:11
- 8 Cumberland Blues 5:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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