Robert F. Kennedy Stadium, Washington, D.C., July 12 & 13, 1989 cover

Robert F. Kennedy Stadium, Washington, D.C., July 12 & 13, 1989

Grateful Dead · 2017

324 min · 38 tracks · psychedelic rock

A sprawling tapestry of improvisational jams infused with heartfelt storytelling and psychedelic nuance.

Why this album works

This release is significant for its historical value, documenting a vibrant moment in the band's extensive touring history and contributing to their ongoing mythos. It received positive reviews from fans and critics alike, further enhancing the Grateful Dead's reputation for exceptional live performances.
Best for
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Context
Released in 2017, this live album captures the Grateful Dead's performance during their later years, a period marked by the band's enduring legacy despite the passing of Jerry Garcia in 1995. The album showcases the band's commitment to live improvisation and their ability to connect with audiences across generations, solidifying their status as rock icons.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Touch of Grey Standout 6:56
  • 2 New Minglewood Blues 8:17
  • 3 Mississippi Half‐Step Uptown Toodeloo 10:08
  • 4 Just Like Tom Thumb’s Blues 5:09
  • 5 Far From Me 5:32
  • 6 Cassidy 7:01
  • 7 Friend of the Devil 7:52
  • 8 Promised Land 5:01

Disc 2

  • 1 Sugaree > 10:48
  • 2 Man Smart, Woman Smarter 8:12
  • 3 Ship of Fools 9:40
  • 4 Estimated Prophet > 10:45
  • 5 Eyes of the World > Standout 10:12
  • 6 Drums 9:42

Disc 3

  • 1 Space > 9:04
  • 2 I Need a Miracle > 4:57
  • 3 Dear Mr. Fantasy > 6:22
  • 4 Black Peter > 9:09
  • 5 Turn On Your Lovelight 6:37
  • 6 Black Muddy River 6:32

Disc 4

  • 1 Hell in a Bucket 8:15
  • 2 Cold Rain and Snow 6:34
  • 3 Little Red Rooster 9:24
  • 4 Tennessee Jed 8:31
  • 5 Stuck Inside of Mobile With the Memphis Blues Again 9:56
  • 6 To Lay Me Down 9:26
  • 7 Let It Grow 12:35

Disc 5

  • 1 He’s Gone > 10:42
  • 2 Looks Like Rain > 9:14
  • 3 Terrapin Station > Standout 13:07
  • 4 Drums 8:52

Disc 6

  • 1 Space > 8:44
  • 2 I Will Take You Home > 5:17
  • 3 The Other One > 10:38
  • 4 Wharf Rat > 11:03
  • 5 Throwing Stones > 9:46
  • 6 Good Lovin’ 8:24
  • 7 U.S. Blues 6:08

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