Well-Matched: The Best of Merl Saunders & Jerry Garcia cover

Released 20 years ago

Well-Matched: The Best of Merl Saunders & Jerry Garcia

Jerry Garcia · 2006

78 min · 10 tracks · folk rock · progressive rock · psychedelic rock

A vibrant blend of blues, rock, and soul showcasing the seamless chemistry between two musical legends.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration of themes
  • wave-like pacing for reflection
  • vibrant energy for gatherings
  • extended jams for deep listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2006, 'Well-Matched: The Best of Merl Saunders & Jerry Garcia' compiles performances from a collaboration that began in the 1970s. At this point, Garcia was established as a cultural icon, having recently passed away in 1995, while Saunders continued to celebrate their shared legacy through live recordings and collaborations.
Stylistic neighbors
Bob Weir· Phil Lesh· David Crosby

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Mystery Train 11:32
  • 2 Lonely Avenue 8:54
  • 3 Merl's Tune 13:33
  • 4 Positively 4th Street 7:43
  • 5 After Midnight 5:04
  • 6 Welcome to the Basement 6:17
  • 7 That's Alright 5:07
  • 8 Space 3:52
  • 9 I Second That Emotion 9:45
  • 10 The Harder They Come 6:22

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