Truckin' Up to Buffalo
Grateful Dead · 2005
157 min · 21 tracks · psychedelic rock
A vibrant tapestry of improvisational rock infused with folk and blues elements, echoing the spirit of live performance.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with improvisational peaks extended tracks for deep engagement vibrant tapestry of live energy
- Context
- Released in 2005, 'Truckin' Up to Buffalo' captures the Grateful Dead during a time when they were solidifying their legacy as pioneers of live music. This album features a concert from 1989, showcasing their ability to blend genres while maintaining a loyal fanbase. It followed the death of guitarist Jerry Garcia in 1995, marking a nostalgic return for many long-time fans.
- If you like
- psychedelic rock
Truckin' Up to Buffalo is an album by Grateful Dead, released in 2005. A vibrant tapestry of improvisational rock infused with folk and blues elements, echoing the spirit of live performance. 'Truckin' Up to Buffalo' is notable for its representation of the Grateful Dead's live performance ethos, encapsulating their improvisational style that influenced countless jam bands. The album highlights songs like 'Touch of Grey', which had reached the top of the Billboard Hot 100, representing a commercial peak during the band's extensive career. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Truckin' Up to Buffalo sound like?
A vibrant tapestry of improvisational rock infused with folk and blues elements, echoing the spirit of live performance. Rooted in psychedelic rock.
What makes Truckin' Up to Buffalo by Grateful Dead notable?
'Truckin' Up to Buffalo' is notable for its representation of the Grateful Dead's live performance ethos, encapsulating their improvisational style that influenced countless jam bands. The album highlights songs like 'Touch of Grey', which had reached the top of the Billboard Hot 100, representing a commercial peak during the band's extensive career. Released in 2005, 'Truckin' Up to Buffalo' captures the Grateful Dead during a time when they were solidifying their legacy as pioneers of live music. This album features a concert from 1989, showcasing their ability to blend genres while maintaining a loyal fanbase. It followed the death of guitarist Jerry Garcia in 1995, marking a nostalgic return for many long-time fans.
Who is Truckin' Up to Buffalo for?
Truckin' Up to Buffalo works well if you're into dynamic journey with improvisational peaks, extended tracks for deep engagement and vibrant tapestry of live energy.
How many songs are on Truckin' Up to Buffalo?
Truckin' Up to Buffalo has 21 tracks, running approximately 157 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Bertha Standout 7:57
- 2 Greatest Story Ever Told 4:36
- 3 Cold Rain and Snow 6:45
- 4 Walkin’ Blues 6:57
- 5 Row Jimmy 10:50
Disc 2
- 1 When I Paint My Masterpiece 6:09
- 2 Stagger Lee 6:01
- 3 Looks Like Rain 7:11
- 4 Deal 7:56
- 5 Touch of Grey Standout 6:31
Disc 3
- 1 Man Smart, Woman Smarter 8:48
- 2 Ship of Fools 8:13
- 3 Playing in the Band 3:30
- 4 Terrapin Station 12:18
Disc 4
- 1 Drums 9:00
- 2 Space 7:28
- 3 I Will Take You Home 3:53
- 4 All Along the Watchtower Standout 5:52
Disc 5
- 1 Morning Dew 11:10
- 2 Not Fade Away 10:08
- 3 U.S. Blues 6:04
Release Date
July 1, 2005
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
157 min 17 sec
Learn More
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.
