Garcia Live Volume 18: Keystone Berkeley – November 2nd, 1974 cover

Garcia Live Volume 18: Keystone Berkeley – November 2nd, 1974

Jerry Garcia · 2022

128 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · progressive rock · psychedelic rock

An expansive blend of blues and rock that captures the improvisational spirit of live performance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration with varied intensity
  • wave-like pacing that invites immersion
  • engaging live performance atmosphere
  • long tracks for deep listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, concise tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time of this release in 2022, Jerry Garcia's solo work had been compiled into a series of archival live recordings. 'Garcia Live Volume 18' represents an era of Garcia's artistry during the mid-1970s, showcasing his ability to transcend traditional genres with fluid improvisation and eclectic song choices. This album follows years of critical acclaim for Garcia's work with the Grateful Dead, further solidifying his status as a prominent figure in American music.
Stylistic neighbors
Bob Weir· Phil Lesh· David Crosby

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Neighbor, Neighbor 11:10
  • 2 Valdez In The Country 17:11
  • 3 The Harder They Come 16:31
  • 4 You Can Leave Your Hat On 12:06
  • 5 That's The Touch I Like 9:21

Disc 2

  • 1 Freedom Jazz Dance 11:34
  • 2 Tough Mama 10:07
  • 3 Wondering Why -> 21:28
  • 4 People Make The World Go Round 4:28
  • 5 Mystery Train 14:56

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