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Dave's Picks Volume 2

Grateful Dead

Album 2012
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About this album

Sound: "A vibrant tapestry of improvisational rock bliss, weaving together intricate melodies and spontaneous jams."

Where they were

Released in 2012, 'Dave's Picks Volume 2' is part of a series celebrating the Grateful Dead's live performances. At this point in their legacy, the band had long been a symbol of the countercultural movement, with decades of live performance history that continued to attract dedicated fans. This collection showcases their ability to blend structure with improvisation during peak live moments from 1974.

Why it matters

This album highlights the Grateful Dead's influence on live music culture, emphasizing their unique concert experience that encouraged fan recordings and bootlegging. The series itself was well-received by fans and critics alike, reinforcing the band's enduring legacy while providing a platform for previously unreleased live material that captures their essence.

Essential tracks

  • "Eyes of the World >" — This track exemplifies the band's seamless transitions and improvisational prowess, stretching nearly 19 minutes while maintaining an energetic flow.
  • "Scarlet Begonias" — Opening the album, this song is a quintessential Grateful Dead tune, showcasing their lyrical storytelling paired with expansive musical exploration.
  • "Truckin’ >" — 'Truckin’' serves as a staple in their repertoire and features a brilliant jam that encapsulates the band's ability to fuse narrative and musical journey.
  • "China Cat Sunflower >" — 'China Cat Sunflower' is notable for its intricate rhythms and harmonies, leading beautifully into 'I Know You Rider', illustrating their lyrical depth and musical synergy.

Release Date

May 1, 2012

Artist Origin

United States

Tracklist

Disc 1

  1. 1 Scarlet Begonias 8:21
  2. 2 Me and My Uncle 3:13
  3. 3 Brown‐Eyed Women 4:49
  4. 4 Beat It On Down the Line 3:38
  5. 5 Mississippi Half‐Step Uptown Toodeloo > 8:00
  6. 6 It Must Have Been the Roses 5:24
  7. 7 Mexicali Blues 3:44
  8. 8 Row Jimmy 8:51
  9. 9 Jack Straw 5:12
  10. 10 China Cat Sunflower > 9:03
  11. 11 I Know You Rider 5:56
  12. 12 Around and Around 5:03

Disc 2

  1. 1 Bertha 5:37
  2. 2 Big River 5:13
  3. 3 Eyes of the World > 18:30
  4. 4 China Doll 4:46
  5. 5 Promised Land 3:28
  6. 6 Ship of Fools 6:19
  7. 7 Weather Report Suite 17:13
  8. 8 El Paso 4:54
  9. 9 Ramble On Rose 6:27
  10. 10 Greatest Story Ever Told 5:56

Disc 3

  1. 1 To Lay Me Down 8:09
  2. 2 Truckin’ > 17:53
  3. 3 Mind Left Body Jam > 7:24
  4. 4 Spanish Jam > 5:40
  5. 5 Wharf Rat 9:31
  6. 6 U.S. Blues 6:01
  7. 7 One More Saturday Night 5:42
  8. 8 Uncle John’s Band 6:26

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