Dick's Picks Volume 13
Grateful Dead · 1999
206 min · 24 tracks · psychedelic rock
A sprawling live tapestry of psychedelic rock, storytelling, and communal improvisation that captures the Grateful Dead's essence.
Why this album works
This volume is notable for its expansive setlist and the way it highlights the band's improvisational prowess during live shows. The release adds to the ongoing popularity of the 'Dick's Picks' series, which has been crucial in preserving the Grateful Dead's live performance history and contributed significantly to their cult following.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks long-form improvisational exploration communal listening experience
- Context
- Released in 1999, 'Dick's Picks Volume 13' is part of the band's archival series, showcasing live performances from their extensive catalog. By this point, the Grateful Dead had solidified their status as pioneers of live improvisational music, having already celebrated decades of influence since their formation in 1965. This album is a testament to their enduring legacy as they continued to captivate audiences with their unique sound.
- 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 Alabama Getaway > 5:01
- 2 Greatest Story Ever Told 4:25
- 3 They Love Each Other 7:08
- 4 Cassidy 5:17
- 5 Jack‐A‐Roe 4:55
- 6 Little Red Rooster 9:32
- 7 Dire Wolf 3:26
- 8 Looks Like Rain Standout 9:05
- 9 Big Railroad Blues 3:54
- 10 Let It Grow > 10:07
- 11 Deal 7:33
Disc 2
- 1 New Minglewood Blues > 7:15
- 2 High Time > 9:48
- 3 Lost Sailor > 6:14
- 4 Saint of Circumstance / Scarlet Begonias > Fire on the Mountain Standout 42:47
Disc 3
- 1 He’s Gone > 11:53
- 2 Caution / Spanish Jam > 15:24
- 3 Drums > 7:23
- 4 Jam > 3:42
- 5 The Other One > 6:04
- 6 Goin’ Down the Road Feeling Bad > 5:32
- 7 Wharf Rat > 9:18
- 8 Good Lovin’ 7:45
- 9 Don’t Ease Me In 3:27
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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