Dave's Picks Volume 7 cover

Dave's Picks Volume 7

Grateful Dead · 2013

169 min · 20 tracks · psychedelic rock

A vibrant tapestry of improvisational rock where melodies intertwine with extended jams and lyrical storytelling.

Why this album works

'Dave's Picks Volume 7' highlights a celebrated era of the Grateful Dead, capturing the band's improvisational prowess and unique sound. It has received positive critical reception for its high-quality recording and performances, further solidifying the band's legacy in psychedelic rock and the jam band scene. The series itself has become a staple for documenting live music history, influencing how fans engage with archival recordings.
Best for
dynamic journey with peaks extended jams for exploration storytelling through lyrical improvisation
Context
Released in 2013, 'Dave's Picks Volume 7' is part of the ongoing archival release series by Grateful Dead, showcasing live performances from their rich history. This volume focuses on a concert from 1972, a period often regarded as a peak in their creative output. The band had long been revered for their live shows, making this archival release significant for both new fans and longtime followers.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Promised Land 5:14
  • 2 Ramble On Rose 8:07
  • 3 Me and My Uncle > 3:10
  • 4 Big River 6:21
  • 5 Friend of the Devil Standout 9:33
  • 6 Cassidy 5:39
  • 7 Brown‐Eyed Women 5:57
  • 8 Passenger 5:45
  • 9 It Must Have Been the Roses 8:06
  • 10 The Music Never Stopped 8:51

Disc 2

  • 1 Scarlet Begonias > Standout 12:55
  • 2 Fire on the Mountain > Standout 11:07
  • 3 Good Lovin’ 7:07

Disc 3

  • 1 Terrapin Station > 10:50
  • 2 Rhythm Devils > 13:53
  • 3 Space > 6:41
  • 4 Not Fade Away > 11:19
  • 5 Black Peter > 11:47
  • 6 Around and Around 9:11
  • 7 Werewolves of London 7:47

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