View from the Vault, Volume One
Grateful Dead · 2000
211 min · 25 tracks · psychedelic rock
A vibrant tapestry of improvisational rock and heartfelt ballads weaving through the Grateful Dead's expansive live legacy.
Why this album works
'View from the Vault, Volume One' is notable for its role in popularizing the live concert experience on CD, capturing the essence of the band's improvisational style. The album was well-received, contributing to the resurgence of interest in live recordings and cementing the Grateful Dead's legacy as pioneers of live performance culture within rock music.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with varied peaks extended improvisational explorations heartfelt ballads for reflection
- Context
- Released in 2000, 'View from the Vault, Volume One' marked a significant moment for the Grateful Dead as they showcased their legendary live performances post-1995, following Jerry Garcia’s death. This album served as a testament to their enduring influence in the jam band scene and introduced new generations to their iconic sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cher· Neil Young· Bruce Springsteen· Bob Dylan· Cyndi Lauper· Bon Jovi· Elvis Presley· Prince
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Touch of Grey > 6:36
- 2 Greatest Story Ever Told 4:44
- 3 Jack‐A‐Roe 5:09
- 4 New Minglewood Blues 7:17
- 5 Row Jimmy 11:50
- 6 Mama Tried > 2:32
- 7 Mexicali Blues 5:30
- 8 Just Like Tom Thumb’s Blues 6:13
- 9 Let It Grow 12:15
Disc 2
- 1 Samson and Delilah > 7:05
- 2 Eyes of the World > 15:13
- 3 Estimated Prophet > 11:40
- 4 Terrapin Station > 14:55
- 5 Jam > 4:46
- 6 Drums > 7:37
- 7 Space > 9:03
Disc 3
- 1 I Need a Miracle > 5:27
- 2 Wang Dang Doodle > 5:19
- 3 Black Peter > 9:42
- 4 Throwing Stones > 9:22
- 5 Turn On Your Lovelight 8:38
- 6 Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door 7:08
- 7 Standing on the Moon > 9:44
- 8 He’s Gone > 9:41
- 9 KY Jam 13:42
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