Various - The Music Never Stopped: The Roots of the Grateful Dead

Cat. no: SHAN6014LP
Format: LP
Barcode: 016351601414
Release Date: 22 Mar 2024
Genre: Americana

In their long career The Grateful Dead have been inspired by a stunning variety of American musical artists and traditions from blues to country to rock to folk - some of the most exciting and moving music ever recorded

Here are the original versions of The Dead's best loved cover tunes that surprise and delight with their musical depth, originality, and feeling. This collection has been lovingly compiled by a group of Dead insiders including Henry Kaiser, David Gans, and others with the enthusiastic support of The Dead itself. There are extensive notes included that give an overview detailing how the band came to cover each of these tunes and when they frst played them in concert. The distinctive Robert Crumb cover artwork is an instant attraction and adds to the collectability of this release.

Tracks: Rain and Snow- J. Obray Ramsey / Mama Tried- Merle Haggard / Iko Iko-Dixie Cups / Samson And Delilah- Rev. Gary Davis / Big Railroad Blues-Cannon's Jug Stomp / El Paso- Marty Robbins / It's All Over Now, Baby Blue- Bob Dylan / Spoonful- Charlie Patton / The Red Rooster- Howlin' Wolf / The Promised Land - Chuck Berry / Don't Ease Me In- Henry Thomas / Big Boss Man- Jimmy Reed / Turn On Your Love Light-Bobby "Blue" Bland

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