Rockin' the Rhein with the Grateful Dead
Grateful Dead · 2004
227 min · 28 tracks · psychedelic rock
A sprawling tapestry of improvisational psychedelia infused with Americana and heartfelt storytelling.
Why this album works
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with peaks extended jams for deep immersion heartfelt storytelling through improvisation
- Context
- Released in 2004, 'Rockin' the Rhein with the Grateful Dead' comes during a period marked by nostalgia for the band’s storied live legacy after Jerry Garcia's passing in 1995. This live album captures an iconic 1972 performance in Germany, showcasing the band's prowess in blending extended jams with lyrical depth at a time when they were solidifying their place in rock history.
- If you like
- psychedelic rock
Rockin' the Rhein with the Grateful Dead is an album by Grateful Dead, released in 2004. A sprawling tapestry of improvisational psychedelia infused with Americana and heartfelt storytelling. This album is significant as it offers a glimpse into the Grateful Dead's peak era of live performances, featuring tracks that have become staples in their repertoire. The release was well-received, resonating with fans who cherish the band's improvisational style and contributing to the ongoing appreciation for their live recordings after years of bootleg circulation. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Rockin' the Rhein with the Grateful Dead sound like?
A sprawling tapestry of improvisational psychedelia infused with Americana and heartfelt storytelling. Rooted in psychedelic rock.
What makes Rockin' the Rhein with the Grateful Dead by Grateful Dead notable?
This album is significant as it offers a glimpse into the Grateful Dead's peak era of live performances, featuring tracks that have become staples in their repertoire. The release was well-received, resonating with fans who cherish the band's improvisational style and contributing to the ongoing appreciation for their live recordings after years of bootleg circulation. Released in 2004, 'Rockin' the Rhein with the Grateful Dead' comes during a period marked by nostalgia for the band’s storied live legacy after Jerry Garcia's passing in 1995. This live album captures an iconic 1972 performance in Germany, showcasing the band's prowess in blending extended jams with lyrical depth at a time when they were solidifying their place in rock history.
Who is Rockin' the Rhein with the Grateful Dead for?
Rockin' the Rhein with the Grateful Dead works well if you're into wave-like pacing with peaks, extended jams for deep immersion and heartfelt storytelling through improvisation.
How many songs are on Rockin' the Rhein with the Grateful Dead?
Rockin' the Rhein with the Grateful Dead has 28 tracks, running approximately 227 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Truckin’ Standout 11:04
- 2 Tennessee Jed 8:07
- 3 Chinatown Shuffle 3:06
- 4 Black‐Throated Wind 6:51
- 5 China Cat Sunflower 6:06
- 6 I Know You Rider 6:19
- 7 Mr. Charlie 4:16
- 8 Beat It on Down the Line 3:21
- 9 Loser 7:34
- 10 Playing in the Band 11:23
- 11 Next Time You See Me 4:37
- 12 Me and Bobby McGee Standout 6:10
Disc 2
- 1 Good Lovin’ 18:39
- 2 Casey Jones 6:15
- 3 He’s Gone 10:31
- 4 Hurts Me Too 8:36
- 5 El Paso 4:44
- 6 Turn On Your Love Light 12:04
- 7 The Stranger (Two Souls in Communion) 8:23
Disc 3
- 1 Dark Star Standout 25:46
- 2 Me and My Uncle 3:22
- 3 Dark Star Standout 14:53
- 4 Wharf Rat 8:58
- 5 Sugar Magnolia 8:03
- 6 Not Fade Away 3:17
- 7 Goin’ Down the Road Feeling Bad 6:31
- 8 Not Fade Away 3:01
- 9 One More Saturday Night 4:49
Release Date
May 25, 2004
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
227 min 0 sec
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