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

LP

Over their long career the Grateful Dead drew inspiration from a stunning variety of American artists and traditions, from blues and country to rock and folk. This collection gathers the original versions of the Dead's best-loved cover tunes, lovingly compiled by Dead insiders including Henry Kaiser and David Gans with the band's enthusiastic support. Extensive notes detail how the band came to cover each song, and the distinctive Robert Crumb cover artwork adds to the collectibility.

Track Listing

Side A:

1. Obray Ramsey – Rain and Snow
2. Merle Haggard – Mama Tried
3. The Dixie Cups – Iko Iko
4. Rev. Gary Davis – Samson & Delilah
5. Cannon's Jug Stompers – Big Railroad Blues
6. Marty Robbins – El Paso

Side B:

1. Bob Dylan – It's All Over Now, Baby Blue
2. Charlie Patton – Spoonful
3. Howlin' Wolf – The Red Rooster
4. Chuck Berry – The Promised Land
5. Henry Thomas – Don't Ease Me In
6. Jimmy Reed – Big Boss Man
7. Bobby "Blue" Bland – Turn on Your Love Light