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Released 29 years ago this June

Fallout from the Phil Zone

Grateful Dead · 1997

123 min · 11 tracks · psychedelic rock

A vibrant tapestry of improvisational jams and heartfelt storytelling that captures the essence of the Grateful Dead.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with improvisational peaks
  • long tracks for deep exploration
  • heartfelt storytelling through extended jams
  • for late-night listening
  • wave-like pacing encourages relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer concise, straightforward songs
  • seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1997, 'Fallout from the Phil Zone' came during a period of reflection for the Grateful Dead after the death of bassist Phil Lesh's father. This album showcases live performances from the band's archives, highlighting their improvisational prowess as they continued to tour and maintain their devoted fan base. It serves as a posthumous celebration of their rich musical legacy.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Dancing in the Street 11:44
  • 2 New Speedway Boogie 8:08
  • 3 Viola Lee Blues 19:45
  • 4 Easy Wind 8:05
  • 5 Mason’s Children 6:09
  • 6 Hard to Handle 7:35

Disc 2

  • 1 The Music Never Stopped 8:56
  • 2 Jack‐A‐Roe 5:54
  • 3 In the Midnight Hour 31:53
  • 4 Visions of Johanna 10:26
  • 5 Box of Rain 5:12

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