Rocking the Cradle: Egypt 1978
Grateful Dead · 2008
221 min · 26 tracks · psychedelic rock
A vibrant tapestry of improvisational rock infused with world rhythms and the band's signature psychedelic flair.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with peaks
- improvisational exploration and discovery
- vibrant rhythms for dancing
- extended tracks for deep listening
- late-night communal vibes
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer concise, straightforward songs
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2008, 'Rocking the Cradle: Egypt 1978' captures a pivotal moment in the Grateful Dead's career when they were still reveling in their extensive touring legacy. This live album showcases performances from their historic 1978 shows in Egypt, shortly after their release of 'From the Mars Hotel' and amidst a prolific period of creativity and experimentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Phish· The Allman Brothers Band· Jefferson Airplane
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Jack Straw 6:44
- 2 Row Jimmy 11:46
- 3 New, New Minglewood Blues 6:26
- 4 Candyman 7:29
- 5 Looks Like Rain 8:52
- 6 Stagger Lee 7:29
- 7 I Need a Miracle 5:45
- 8 It’s All Over Now 7:39
- 9 Deal 7:03
Disc 2
- 1 Ollin Arageed 6:56
- 2 Fire on the Mountain 14:05
- 3 Iko Iko 7:03
- 4 Shakedown Street 15:30
- 5 Drums 3:31
- 6 Space 2:26
- 7 Truckin’ 10:14
- 8 Stella Blue 8:18
- 9 Around and Around 8:21
Disc 3
- 1 Bertha 7:03
- 2 Good Lovin’ 7:55
- 3 El Paso 4:58
- 4 Ramble On Rose 7:51
- 5 Estimated Prophet 12:00
- 6 Eyes of the World 13:26
- 7 Terrapin Station 11:35
- 8 Sugar Magnolia 10:42
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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