Dick's Picks Volume 32
Grateful Dead · 2004
156 min · 24 tracks · psychedelic rock
A sprawling tapestry of improvisation, blending rock, folk, and jazz with a uniquely Grateful Dead spirit.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks extended improvisational exploration for late-night listening
- Context
- Released in 2004, this album captures a live performance from 1974, during the Grateful Dead's experimental phase. By this time, the band had established themselves as a leading force in the psychedelic rock movement, having already achieved significant acclaim with albums like 'American Beauty' and 'Workingman's Dead'. 'Dick's Picks Volume 32' serves as a testament to their enduring legacy and improvisational prowess.
- If you like
- psychedelic rock
Dick's Picks Volume 32 is an album by Grateful Dead, released in 2004. A sprawling tapestry of improvisation, blending rock, folk, and jazz with a uniquely Grateful Dead spirit. 'Dick's Picks Volume 32' is notable for showcasing the band's improvisational skill during a peak period of their live performances. The series itself has become a cornerstone for Deadheads, solidifying the band's influence on jam band culture and live album releases in general. This collection was well-received by fans and critics alike, continuing to attract new listeners long after its release. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dick's Picks Volume 32 sound like?
A sprawling tapestry of improvisation, blending rock, folk, and jazz with a uniquely Grateful Dead spirit. Rooted in psychedelic rock.
What makes Dick's Picks Volume 32 by Grateful Dead notable?
'Dick's Picks Volume 32' is notable for showcasing the band's improvisational skill during a peak period of their live performances. The series itself has become a cornerstone for Deadheads, solidifying the band's influence on jam band culture and live album releases in general. This collection was well-received by fans and critics alike, continuing to attract new listeners long after its release. Released in 2004, this album captures a live performance from 1974, during the Grateful Dead's experimental phase. By this time, the band had established themselves as a leading force in the psychedelic rock movement, having already achieved significant acclaim with albums like 'American Beauty' and 'Workingman's Dead'. 'Dick's Picks Volume 32' serves as a testament to their enduring legacy and improvisational prowess.
Who is Dick's Picks Volume 32 for?
Dick's Picks Volume 32 works well if you're into dynamic journey with peaks, extended improvisational exploration and for late-night listening.
How many songs are on Dick's Picks Volume 32?
Dick's Picks Volume 32 has 24 tracks, running approximately 156 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Music Never Stopped > 4:19
- 2 Sugaree > 9:51
- 3 The Music Never Stopped Standout 3:59
- 4 Me and My Uncle > 3:02
- 5 Big River 6:12
- 6 It Must Have Been the Roses 5:50
- 7 C.C. Rider 7:34
- 8 Ramble On Rose 7:31
- 9 Beat It On Down the Line > 3:11
- 10 On the Road Again 3:04
- 11 Althea Standout 7:56
- 12 Let It Grow 11:46
- 13 U.S. Blues 5:15
Disc 2
- 1 China Cat Sunflower > 6:42
- 2 I Know You Rider 7:43
- 3 Man Smart, Woman Smarter 8:29
- 4 Ship of Fools 6:39
- 5 Playing in the Band > 11:14
- 6 Drums > 5:30
- 7 Space > 5:31
- 8 The Wheel > 5:51
- 9 Playing in the Band > 4:08
- 10 Morning Dew > 10:11
- 11 One More Saturday Night 4:59
Release Date
January 1, 2004
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
156 min 35 sec
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