The Music Never Stopped: The Roots Of The Grateful Dead - Various Artists - Vinyl LP Record (Arrives in 50 days)

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 first played them in concert. The distinctive Robert Crumb cover artwork is an instant attraction and add to the collectability of this release.

Tracklist

1. Rain and Snow
2. Mama Tried
3. Iko Iko
4. Samson & Delilah
5. Big Railroad Blues
6. El Paso
7. It's All Over Now, Baby Blue
8. Spoonful
9. The Red Rooster
10. The Promised Land
11. Don't Ease Me In
12. Big Boss Man
13. Turn On Your Love Light

Label: Shanachie | Origin: Holland