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Road Trips Volume 1 Number 1

Grateful Dead · 2007

227 min · 25 tracks · psychedelic rock

A vibrant tapestry of improvisational rock, blending Southern grit with psychedelic explorations and communal spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • long-form improvisational exploration
  • communal sing-along moments
  • vibrant energy for gatherings
  • patient unfolding of themes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer concise, standalone tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2007, 'Road Trips Volume 1 Number 1' marks a posthumous addition to the Grateful Dead's extensive catalog. This live album features recordings from their early days, showcasing the band's raw energy during their formative years. The collection serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of their improvisational style even after Jerry Garcia's passing in 1995.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Alabama Getaway > 5:30
  • 2 Promised Land 4:44
  • 3 Jack Straw > 6:46
  • 4 Deal 6:47
  • 5 Dancing in the Street > 13:09
  • 6 Franklin’s Tower 12:05
  • 7 Wharf Rat > 11:15
  • 8 I Need a Miracle > 10:08
  • 9 Bertha > 5:52
  • 10 Good Lovin’ 7:07

Disc 2

  • 1 Shakedown Street 15:32
  • 2 Passenger 6:03
  • 3 Terrapin Station > 15:25
  • 4 Playing in the Band 10:26
  • 5 Not Fade Away > 9:27
  • 6 Morning Dew 10:13

Disc 3

  • 1 China Cat Sunflower > 7:29
  • 2 I Know You Rider 8:06
  • 3 Lost Sailor > 6:29
  • 4 Saint of Circumstance > 5:40
  • 5 Jam 7:23
  • 6 Althea 9:42
  • 7 Estimated Prophet > 13:15
  • 8 He’s Gone > 10:34
  • 9 Jam 8:41

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