To Terrapin: Hartford '77
Grateful Dead · 2009
172 min · 21 tracks · psychedelic rock
A sprawling tapestry of improvisation and lyrical storytelling, capturing the essence of the Grateful Dead's live energy.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with improvisational peaks long-form tracks for deep engagement for long road trips
- Context
- Released in 2009, 'To Terrapin: Hartford '77' showcases the Grateful Dead's live performance prowess during their peak years. This album is part of a series of archival releases that celebrate their extensive concert history, coming after their hiatus in the late 1990s. By this time, the band's legacy was cemented, and fans were eager for more live recordings from their storied past.
- If you like
- psychedelic rock
To Terrapin: Hartford '77 is an album by Grateful Dead, released in 2009. A sprawling tapestry of improvisation and lyrical storytelling, capturing the essence of the Grateful Dead's live energy. 'To Terrapin: Hartford '77' draws on a celebrated concert from May 1977, a peak year for the band noted for its exceptional performances. The album received positive critical reception and contributes to the ongoing appreciation of the Grateful Dead's improvisational style and live show dynamics, illustrating their significant influence on rock music and jam bands. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does To Terrapin: Hartford '77 sound like?
A sprawling tapestry of improvisation and lyrical storytelling, capturing the essence of the Grateful Dead's live energy. Rooted in psychedelic rock.
What makes To Terrapin: Hartford '77 by Grateful Dead notable?
'To Terrapin: Hartford '77' draws on a celebrated concert from May 1977, a peak year for the band noted for its exceptional performances. The album received positive critical reception and contributes to the ongoing appreciation of the Grateful Dead's improvisational style and live show dynamics, illustrating their significant influence on rock music and jam bands. Released in 2009, 'To Terrapin: Hartford '77' showcases the Grateful Dead's live performance prowess during their peak years. This album is part of a series of archival releases that celebrate their extensive concert history, coming after their hiatus in the late 1990s. By this time, the band's legacy was cemented, and fans were eager for more live recordings from their storied past.
Who is To Terrapin: Hartford '77 for?
To Terrapin: Hartford '77 works well if you're into dynamic journey with improvisational peaks, long-form tracks for deep engagement and for long road trips.
How many songs are on To Terrapin: Hartford '77?
To Terrapin: Hartford '77 has 21 tracks, running approximately 172 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Bertha 6:45
- 2 Good Lovin’ 5:34
- 3 Sugaree Standout 19:17
- 4 Jack Straw 6:22
- 5 Row Jimmy 10:43
Disc 2
- 1 New New Minglewood Blues 6:37
- 2 Candyman 7:03
- 3 Passenger 3:40
- 4 Brown‐Eyed Women 6:11
- 5 Promised Land 4:25
- 6 Sampson & Delilah 8:05
- 7 Tennessee Jed 9:03
Disc 3
- 1 Estimated Prophet 11:34
- 2 Playing in the Band Standout 10:58
- 3 Terrapin Station Standout 11:06
- 4 Drums 1:30
- 5 Not Fade Away 15:11
- 6 Wharf Rat 10:17
- 7 Playing in the Band Reprise 6:41
- 8 One More Saturday Night 5:20
- 9 U.S. Blues 5:46
Release Date
April 7, 2009
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
172 min 8 sec
Learn More
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.
