About this album
Where they were
Released in 1995, 'Hundred Year Hall' captures the Grateful Dead during their later years, following their 1994 album 'Without a Net.' This live album showcases the band's enduring spirit and improvisational prowess as they continued to tour despite the loss of key member Jerry Garcia just a year later.
Why it matters
'Hundred Year Hall' is significant for its representation of the Grateful Dead's extensive live catalog, showcasing performances recorded in Europe during the band's legendary tours. The album has been well-received, further solidifying the Dead's influence on jam bands and live music culture, and it reached number 24 on the Billboard 200 chart.
Essential tracks
- "Turn On Your Lovelight" — This nearly 20-minute version exemplifies the band's improvisational style, building from a soulful groove into an electrifying jam that encapsulates their live energy.
- "Truckin’" — The extended rendition of 'Truckin’' highlights the band's ability to blend narrative lyrics with complex musical exploration, making it a staple of their live performances.
- "China Cat Sunflower" — 'China Cat Sunflower' serves as a perfect example of the band's seamless transitions between songs, merging into 'I Know You Rider' to create an iconic medley.
Release Date
September 26, 1995
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Bertha 5:40
- 2 Me and My Uncle 3:04
- 3 Next Time You See Me 4:15
- 4 China Cat Sunflower 5:14
- 5 I Know You Rider 5:14
- 6 Jack Straw 4:46
- 7 Big Railroad Blues 3:53
- 8 Playing in the Band 9:20
- 9 Turn On Your Lovelight 19:13
- 10 Going Down the Road Feelin’ Bad 7:32
- 11 One More Saturday Night 5:44
Disc 2
- 1 Truckin’ 17:44
- 2 The Other One 36:29
- 3 Comes a Time 6:45
- 4 Sugar Magnolia 7:23
