Grateful Dead — Althea
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I told Althea I was feeling lost
Lacking in some direction
Althea told me upon scrutiny
That my back might need protection
I told Althea that treachery
Was tearing me limb from limb
Althea told me, now cool down boy
Settle back easy, Jim
You may be Saturday's child all grown
Moving with a pinch of grace
You may be a clown in the burial ground
Or just another pretty face
You may be the fate of Ophelia
Sleeping and perchance to dream
Honest to the point of recklessness
Self-centred to the extreme
Ain't nobody messin' with you but you
Your friends are getting most concerned
Loose with the truth, maybe its your fire
Baby I hope you don't get burned
When the smoke has cleared, she said
That's what she said to me
You're gonna want a bed to lay your head
And a little sympathy
There are things you can replace
And others you cannot
The time has come to weigh those things
This space is gettin' hot
You know this space is gettin' hot
I told Althea, I'm a roving sign
That I was born to be a bachelor
Althea told me, OK that's fine
So now I'm trying to catch her
Can't talk to you without talking to me
We're guilty of the same old things
Thinking a lot about less and less
And forgetting the love we bring
Lacking in some direction
Althea told me upon scrutiny
That my back might need protection
I told Althea that treachery
Was tearing me limb from limb
Althea told me, now cool down boy
Settle back easy, Jim
You may be Saturday's child all grown
Moving with a pinch of grace
You may be a clown in the burial ground
Or just another pretty face
You may be the fate of Ophelia
Sleeping and perchance to dream
Honest to the point of recklessness
Self-centred to the extreme
Ain't nobody messin' with you but you
Your friends are getting most concerned
Loose with the truth, maybe its your fire
Baby I hope you don't get burned
When the smoke has cleared, she said
That's what she said to me
You're gonna want a bed to lay your head
And a little sympathy
There are things you can replace
And others you cannot
The time has come to weigh those things
This space is gettin' hot
You know this space is gettin' hot
I told Althea, I'm a roving sign
That I was born to be a bachelor
Althea told me, OK that's fine
So now I'm trying to catch her
Can't talk to you without talking to me
We're guilty of the same old things
Thinking a lot about less and less
And forgetting the love we bring
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Instantly drops my blood pressure by 5 points. Like petting my cat, but music. mmmmm
Add some tracks from Dead and Co, with John Mayer, he does a very soulful version of Althea.
RIP Robert Hunter
Althea - the song is an 11x Elevendy-million
Dead studio albums though... especially this, their Disco record..
Althea - the song is an 11x Elevendy-million
Dead studio albums though... especially this, their Disco record..
My second favorite GD song after Box of Rain.
I like the John Mayer version 
Oh, man, this takes me back! Thanks RP!
Really missing Jerry right now. 😔
One of my favorite Dead tunes ever. I love this one. 
surfool wrote:
I am one of the few in this world who likes their studio work better than their live performances (usually).
This is a surprisingly good studio album from the Dead. Nothing like live, of course, but one of the the better studio albums after American Beauty and Workingman's.
I am one of the few in this world who likes their studio work better than their live performances (usually).
On_The_Beach wrote:
"Nobody gets too much heaven no more..."
"Nobody gets too much heaven no more..."
chinacat wrote:
I'm not sure if I'm fully appreciating the points that the two of you are making. I believe I do but allow me say/add this. I totally understand why listeners are compelled to post praise or convey how they enjoy a particular song or band or even how a song has a special intimate meaning for them based on a past life experience. I also understand that everyone has their own taste and in many instances may even tell their friends that they "hate" that band or song. I know that I have. However, I will never understand why anyone would feel a need to express a dislike for music via an online forum. What's to be gained? I have been listening to RP since what must be going on 20 years now and in addition to hearing music that I have always loved, I've been introduced to more artists that I could ever count. Some I like, and some that just don't do it for this 66 year old rock, blues, folk and jazz fan (excuse me if I have omitted any other genres but my comments include those as well). PSD is a great option but even then, I wonder if that feature has made me impatient and how that may have limited my musical listening horizon. So yeah, I just don't get why one would be compelled to criticize musicians on a posting board when we would all be so much better off hearing what others enjoy and perhaps why.
Finally, as a parent of dedicated "starving musician" I have grown to respect all who choose to pursue this path, whether I enjoy their "voice" and what they are creating. or not. And when you do come across live performances in clubs or on the street that you enjoy, walk up to them and let them know (along with a big fat over-tip). It means a lot and that encouragement may even be what keeps their commitment to their love of music going.
I started this rant when Althea was playing and now ending with Dire Wolf. Did I mention that I'm a Dead Head as Well. "Please don't murder me"
Great reply, chinacat, and to be clear, my issue is with the nonchalant use of one of the worst words in English (hate) - I have no issue with folks expressing dislike for something, it's that terrible H word that gets so many people into the negative vibrations of life.
I'm not sure if I'm fully appreciating the points that the two of you are making. I believe I do but allow me say/add this. I totally understand why listeners are compelled to post praise or convey how they enjoy a particular song or band or even how a song has a special intimate meaning for them based on a past life experience. I also understand that everyone has their own taste and in many instances may even tell their friends that they "hate" that band or song. I know that I have. However, I will never understand why anyone would feel a need to express a dislike for music via an online forum. What's to be gained? I have been listening to RP since what must be going on 20 years now and in addition to hearing music that I have always loved, I've been introduced to more artists that I could ever count. Some I like, and some that just don't do it for this 66 year old rock, blues, folk and jazz fan (excuse me if I have omitted any other genres but my comments include those as well). PSD is a great option but even then, I wonder if that feature has made me impatient and how that may have limited my musical listening horizon. So yeah, I just don't get why one would be compelled to criticize musicians on a posting board when we would all be so much better off hearing what others enjoy and perhaps why.
Finally, as a parent of dedicated "starving musician" I have grown to respect all who choose to pursue this path, whether I enjoy their "voice" and what they are creating. or not. And when you do come across live performances in clubs or on the street that you enjoy, walk up to them and let them know (along with a big fat over-tip). It means a lot and that encouragement may even be what keeps their commitment to their love of music going.
I started this rant when Althea was playing and now ending with Dire Wolf. Did I mention that I'm a Dead Head as Well. "Please don't murder me"
Great reply, chinacat, and to be clear, my issue is with the nonchalant use of one of the worst words in English (hate) - I have no issue with folks expressing dislike for something, it's that terrible H word that gets so many people into the negative vibrations of life.
This is a surprisingly good studio album from the Dead. Nothing like live, of course, but one of the the better studio albums after American Beauty and Workingman's.
Okay. For whatever reason, I'm inspired to spill my guts with this confession - There are some massively popular recording artists I JUST DON'T FEEL:
Grateful Dead
Bruce Springsteen
U2
Coldplay
Beyoncé
I truly feel I'm missing some neural connection.
But I like 'Althea'!
Grateful Dead
Bruce Springsteen
U2
Coldplay
Beyoncé
I truly feel I'm missing some neural connection.
But I like 'Althea'!
victory806 wrote:
Canon. Have you ever listened to "Terrapin Station"? And to be fair, they considered themselves to be a live band and only reluctantly recorded albums in the studio, so under the right circumstances live I'm sure they would have made a Deadhead out of you, too!
Out of their entire cannon, this is the only Dead song I can tolerate.
Canon. Have you ever listened to "Terrapin Station"? And to be fair, they considered themselves to be a live band and only reluctantly recorded albums in the studio, so under the right circumstances live I'm sure they would have made a Deadhead out of you, too!
wow.
that album cover is really something else!
same artist who did beegees or Andy Gibb album covers?
*EDIT - i didn't scroll before posting this. i see i'm not the first to think this!
that album cover is really something else!
same artist who did beegees or Andy Gibb album covers?
*EDIT - i didn't scroll before posting this. i see i'm not the first to think this!
I've never been a huge Dead fan, but this is one that can really sound good when it's been a while between hearings; such a jammy, bluegrassy groove, with some satisfying punch in the right places...
As a card carrying Deadhead
Um, wait a second officer, ah, here it is
It was stuck(don’t ask) between my 24 hour Church of Elvis certification of my sainthood and my Church of the Latter Day Dude minister card,
I love Althea
But c’mon, put some of the other million classics in rotation
Maybe a whole night of the 1000 versions of Dark Star?
On second thought, carry on sir
And madam
Thanks for your glorious stream
Don’t take that the wrong way
Um, wait a second officer, ah, here it is
It was stuck(don’t ask) between my 24 hour Church of Elvis certification of my sainthood and my Church of the Latter Day Dude minister card,
I love Althea
But c’mon, put some of the other million classics in rotation
Maybe a whole night of the 1000 versions of Dark Star?
On second thought, carry on sir
And madam
Thanks for your glorious stream
Don’t take that the wrong way
On_The_Beach wrote:
Wrong band.
Wouldn't mind if RP played some of their stuff too.
Wrong band.
Wouldn't mind if RP played some of their stuff too.
legacyofrob827 wrote:
Besides Playing in the Band, Touch of Grey was the other first Dead tune to catch my ear. Still trying very hard to appreciate them fully.
i don't even like any other greatful dead song than "touch of gray" and well, i like this even better... first listen (Excellent)
Besides Playing in the Band, Touch of Grey was the other first Dead tune to catch my ear. Still trying very hard to appreciate them fully.
todbothom wrote:
It's all about live performance and each song being a frame work for extended improvisation bridgeing between songs. No two sets and no two songs were ever the same. I've sen my fair share of shows. Thye are their own Genre like John Phillip Souza. Nmae some one else who has composed a "March" you can't really. Just like you can't really compare the Dead to anything else.
I have never understood deadheads. Don't get me wrong, I don't hate the Dead, I even have an LP. But to like them so much as following the band around and thinking them the best band ever is perplexing to me.
It's all about live performance and each song being a frame work for extended improvisation bridgeing between songs. No two sets and no two songs were ever the same. I've sen my fair share of shows. Thye are their own Genre like John Phillip Souza. Nmae some one else who has composed a "March" you can't really. Just like you can't really compare the Dead to anything else.
h8rhater wrote:
Anyone who wasn't in the building for one of those magical shows many years ago has no idea what it was all about. I am proud of the fact that many, many times I was one of the, "one in ten thousand" that came for the show.
So true. Impossible to explain to those who weren't in the building for those shows and many other 70s shows and music in general. "Had to be there" is about the best explanation one can offer.
Anyone who wasn't in the building for one of those magical shows many years ago has no idea what it was all about. I am proud of the fact that many, many times I was one of the, "one in ten thousand" that came for the show.
So true. Impossible to explain to those who weren't in the building for those shows and many other 70s shows and music in general. "Had to be there" is about the best explanation one can offer.
lizardking wrote:
Keep speaking the truth h8rhater....unless/until we find music that's used to kill people, well I don't see how anyone can 'Hate' music. Long Live RP and NOT hating.
Anyone who wasn't in the building for one of those magical shows many years ago has no idea what it was all about. I am proud of the fact that many, many times I was one of the, "one in ten thousand" that came for the show.
Keep speaking the truth h8rhater....unless/until we find music that's used to kill people, well I don't see how anyone can 'Hate' music. Long Live RP and NOT hating.
Anyone who wasn't in the building for one of those magical shows many years ago has no idea what it was all about. I am proud of the fact that many, many times I was one of the, "one in ten thousand" that came for the show.
I have never understood deadheads. Don't get me wrong, I don't hate the Dead, I even have an LP. But to like them so much as following the band around and thinking them the best band ever is perplexing to me.
A great line:
I told Althea, I'm a roving sign
That I was born to be a bachelor
Althea told me, OK that's fine
So now I'm trying to catch her
I told Althea, I'm a roving sign
That I was born to be a bachelor
Althea told me, OK that's fine
So now I'm trying to catch her
pbouchar wrote: Worst band ever.
k-man wrote:
I guess you never listed to The Shaggs.
But ain't it funny how the "worst band ever" had more than 3,000 sold-out shows. They'd have five night stints at Madison Square Garden, all sold out. I suppose your retort will be that none of the folks who bought tickets to those shows knew anything about music. That is, like you do.
You nailed it k-man! Somehow I doubt pboucher is still around, but if they are, they should try putting on headphones, closing their eyes, and listening to how those guitars sing, play with each other, fade, soar... Then listen for the jug band rhythm. Amazing! Musical genius.
8 --> 9
k-man wrote:
I guess you never listed to The Shaggs.
But ain't it funny how the "worst band ever" had more than 3,000 sold-out shows. They'd have five night stints at Madison Square Garden, all sold out. I suppose your retort will be that none of the folks who bought tickets to those shows knew anything about music. That is, like you do.
You nailed it k-man! Somehow I doubt pboucher is still around, but if they are, they should try putting on headphones, closing their eyes, and listening to how those guitars sing, play with each other, fade, soar... Then listen for the jug band rhythm. Amazing! Musical genius.
8 --> 9
My first favorite Dead song!
Just went to see Dead & Co. two Fridays ago at The Woodlands Pavilion. Only original members are Bob Weir, Mickey Hart and Bill Kreutzmann. I wasn't sure how I felt about John Mayer playing with them at first but after the opening song... Music Never Stops... yeah man...I was in for a fantastic ride. It was a fantastic show! Last time I saw the Dead was at Red Rocks...I believe '05 and Warren Haynes filled Jerry's spot. Was gifted 3 shows there in a trade for building an old buddy a deck. What a long strange trip it's been! 
There are things you can replace.. and others you cannot. Hmmm..
That tune is a sacred one. It is being played in the heavens, too.
run4more wrote:
Hives. I believe those are hives.
Jerry's guitar doesn't give you goosebumps? Listen again.
Hives. I believe those are hives.
Shipp wrote:
I think the word you intended to type is "reviled"...nice try though...
This is one of the reasons The Dead are so revered
I think the word you intended to type is "reviled"...nice try though...
jp33442 wrote:
Even if it is a Bobby song? Well, OK then.
IMHO no Grateful Dead song should be below a 8
Even if it is a Bobby song? Well, OK then.
The only reason I don't rate this a 10 is it's not a live version.
Jerry at his best. All heart; all joy.
Jerry at his best. All heart; all joy.
lizardking wrote:
Keep speaking the truth h8rhater....unless/until we find music that's used to kill people, well I don't see how anyone can 'Hate' music. Long Live RP and NOT hating.
I'm not sure if I'm fully appreciating the points that the two of you are making. I believe I do but allow me say/add this. I totally understand why listeners are compelled to post praise or convey how they enjoy a particular song or band or even how a song has a special intimate meaning for them based on a past life experience. I also understand that everyone has their own taste and in many instances may even tell their friends that they "hate" that band or song. I know that I have. However, I will never understand why anyone would feel a need to express a dislike for music via an online forum. What's to be gained? I have been listening to RP since what must be going on 20 years now and in addition to hearing music that I have always loved, I've been introduced to more artists that I could ever count. Some I like, and some that just don't do it for this 66 year old rock, blues, folk and jazz fan (excuse me if I have omitted any other genres but my comments include those as well). PSD is a great option but even then, I wonder if that feature has made me impatient and how that may have limited my musical listening horizon. So yeah, I just don't get why one would be compelled to criticize musicians on a posting board when we would all be so much better off hearing what others enjoy and perhaps why.
Finally, as a parent of dedicated "starving musician" I have grown to respect all who choose to pursue this path, whether I enjoy their "voice" and what they are creating. or not. And when you do come across live performances in clubs or on the street that you enjoy, walk up to them and let them know (along with a big fat over-tip). It means a lot and that encouragement may even be what keeps their commitment to their love of music going.
I started this rant when Althea was playing and now ending with Dire Wolf. Did I mention that I'm a Dead Head as Well. "Please don't murder me"
Keep speaking the truth h8rhater....unless/until we find music that's used to kill people, well I don't see how anyone can 'Hate' music. Long Live RP and NOT hating.
I'm not sure if I'm fully appreciating the points that the two of you are making. I believe I do but allow me say/add this. I totally understand why listeners are compelled to post praise or convey how they enjoy a particular song or band or even how a song has a special intimate meaning for them based on a past life experience. I also understand that everyone has their own taste and in many instances may even tell their friends that they "hate" that band or song. I know that I have. However, I will never understand why anyone would feel a need to express a dislike for music via an online forum. What's to be gained? I have been listening to RP since what must be going on 20 years now and in addition to hearing music that I have always loved, I've been introduced to more artists that I could ever count. Some I like, and some that just don't do it for this 66 year old rock, blues, folk and jazz fan (excuse me if I have omitted any other genres but my comments include those as well). PSD is a great option but even then, I wonder if that feature has made me impatient and how that may have limited my musical listening horizon. So yeah, I just don't get why one would be compelled to criticize musicians on a posting board when we would all be so much better off hearing what others enjoy and perhaps why.
Finally, as a parent of dedicated "starving musician" I have grown to respect all who choose to pursue this path, whether I enjoy their "voice" and what they are creating. or not. And when you do come across live performances in clubs or on the street that you enjoy, walk up to them and let them know (along with a big fat over-tip). It means a lot and that encouragement may even be what keeps their commitment to their love of music going.
I started this rant when Althea was playing and now ending with Dire Wolf. Did I mention that I'm a Dead Head as Well. "Please don't murder me"
Best song played on RP in my opinion!
Then again it may be my all time favorite song.
Then again it may be my all time favorite song.
On_The_Beach wrote:
With big influences of Dire Straits (1978 and 1979 album) and JJ Cale, too....
With big influences of Dire Straits (1978 and 1979 album) and JJ Cale, too....
Perfect groove for a sunny Saturday noon in Bavaria, Germany.
This song gives me wings. Feeling like Lebowski flying over L.A.
I hear some distinctive influences here on early Dire Straits.
Now there's a sendoff for 2020:
Can't talk to you without talking to me
We're guilty of the same old things
Thinking a lot about less and less
And forgetting the love we bring
Can't talk to you without talking to me
We're guilty of the same old things
Thinking a lot about less and less
And forgetting the love we bring
pigtail wrote:
Lotsa folks look back to pics from 1980 with something approaching shame...though I kinda dig it
LLRP (and hi pigtail!)
This album cover belongs in the bad ones......lol It's just sooooooooo not them!
Lotsa folks look back to pics from 1980 with something approaching shame...though I kinda dig it
LLRP (and hi pigtail!) pigtail wrote:
If you consider name of the album,then album cover makes more sense.
This album cover belongs in the bad ones......lol It's just sooooooooo not them!
If you consider name of the album,then album cover makes more sense.
This album cover belongs in the bad ones......lol It's just sooooooooo not them!
ziakut wrote:
As long bill stays away from the songs that were played to death
The older I become, the more I appreciate this band. Funny how that happens.
As long bill stays away from the songs that were played to death
The older I become, the more I appreciate this band. Funny how that happens.
ForeverJerry wrote:
Dont be shy. Let's make it a solid TEN!
Your wish is my conmand 10 it is
Dont be shy. Let's make it a solid TEN!
Your wish is my conmand 10 it is
ForeverJerry wrote:
Agreed. Althea is in my top 5 Dead tunes but it's so much better live.
They were never as good in studio as they were on stage. But the song is a precious gem.
Agreed. Althea is in my top 5 Dead tunes but it's so much better live.
k-man wrote:
I guess you never listed to The Shaggs.
But ain't it funny how the "worst band ever" had more than 3,000 sold-out shows. They'd have five night stints at Madison Square Garden, all sold out. I suppose your retort will be that none of the folks who bought tickets to those shows knew anything about music. That is, like you do.
The Shaggs! :)
I guess you never listed to The Shaggs.
But ain't it funny how the "worst band ever" had more than 3,000 sold-out shows. They'd have five night stints at Madison Square Garden, all sold out. I suppose your retort will be that none of the folks who bought tickets to those shows knew anything about music. That is, like you do.
The Shaggs! :)
So freakin good. 82 degrees Labor Day weekend. Thank you RP!!
BillG wrote:
Pretty sure that's not the case here.
The Dead never used a drum machine on any record or live!
Pretty sure that's not the case here.
The Dead never used a drum machine on any record or live!
jp33442 wrote:
Dont be shy. Let's make it a solid TEN!
IMHO no Grateful Dead song should be below a 8
Dont be shy. Let's make it a solid TEN!
They were never as good in studio as they were on stage. But the song is a precious gem.
lizardking wrote:
Keep speaking the truth h8rhater....unless/until we find music that's used to kill people, well I don't see how anyone can 'Hate' music. Long Live RP and NOT hating.
I mostly observe people criticizing those who express a dislike for certain music by labeling them as "haters". I am not sure there are many self-identifying as having "hate" for any music here. In fact, I would say most of the RP audience have a great love for music in general. For those who truly hate a song or band, that is fully their choice and doesn't hurt anyone. It's simply their opinion, to be taken as seriously as YOU choose. In my opinion, those who personally berate others on this comment board are the real "haters".
Keep speaking the truth h8rhater....unless/until we find music that's used to kill people, well I don't see how anyone can 'Hate' music. Long Live RP and NOT hating.
I mostly observe people criticizing those who express a dislike for certain music by labeling them as "haters". I am not sure there are many self-identifying as having "hate" for any music here. In fact, I would say most of the RP audience have a great love for music in general. For those who truly hate a song or band, that is fully their choice and doesn't hurt anyone. It's simply their opinion, to be taken as seriously as YOU choose. In my opinion, those who personally berate others on this comment board are the real "haters".
michael.wagner91 wrote:
Yeah but doesn't the MJ make it even better?
This song just makes me chill the f--- out no matter how stressful my day. Don't need no Mary Jane if you got Althea.
From 8 to 9.
Yeah but doesn't the MJ make it even better?
Love RP to death but my god, you are playing this one to death. Aaaaaaahhhhh
This version might be better than the Dead version, IMO.
Not a big Dead fan but this is really good
Fuckingroovin'!
nothing left to do but smile...smile...smile....fuckingroovin'
This is one of the reasons The Dead are so revered
k-man wrote:
I guess you never listed to The Shaggs.
But ain't it funny how the "worst band ever" had more than 3,000 sold-out shows. They'd have five night stints at Madison Square Garden, all sold out. I suppose your retort will be that none of the folks who bought tickets to those shows knew anything about music. That is, like you do.
Yes!
I guess you never listed to The Shaggs.
But ain't it funny how the "worst band ever" had more than 3,000 sold-out shows. They'd have five night stints at Madison Square Garden, all sold out. I suppose your retort will be that none of the folks who bought tickets to those shows knew anything about music. That is, like you do.
Yes!
lizardking wrote:
Keep speaking the truth h8rhater....unless/until we find music that's used to kill people, well I don't see how anyone can 'Hate' music. Long Live RP and NOT hating.
National anthems are used to kill people. I don't hate them; they just make me shake my head and wonder why people can't understand we're all just part of the same universe and we have to pull together.
Keep speaking the truth h8rhater....unless/until we find music that's used to kill people, well I don't see how anyone can 'Hate' music. Long Live RP and NOT hating.
National anthems are used to kill people. I don't hate them; they just make me shake my head and wonder why people can't understand we're all just part of the same universe and we have to pull together.
jahgirl8 wrote:
AMEN
Testify my sister
AMEN
Testify my sister
jp33442 wrote:
AMEN
IMHO no Grateful Dead song should be below a 8
AMEN
IMHO no Grateful Dead song should be below a 8
Oh so good !
Thank you so much
Always have time to dance to a Dead tune
newbolddrive wrote:
I love this cover, Jerry looks so young and healthy.
Through the beard and sunglasses? k-man wrote:
EXACTLY! No way to explain burnt-out stoners' poor taste. (Unless it matches up with my burnt-out stoner taste!)
But ain't it funny how the "worst band ever" had more than 3,000 sold-out shows. They'd have five night stints at Madison Square Garden, all sold out. I suppose your retort will be that none of the folks who bought tickets to those shows knew anything about music. That is, like you do.
EXACTLY! No way to explain burnt-out stoners' poor taste. (Unless it matches up with my burnt-out stoner taste!)
Quite possibly my favorite song! Thank you for playing! I was at my daughters swim practice and the young coach was having fun with the kids and asking what their all time favorite sound was, they were all taking turns naming ridiculous things. I knew my answer - Jerry's guitar! This is a great example...
Asmith wrote:
RIP to both of them! Hope they're in the great beyond writing MORE great songs!! LLRP
Another Robert Hunter/Jerry Garcia classic. One of my favorite dead songs!
RIP to both of them! Hope they're in the great beyond writing MORE great songs!! LLRP
Another Robert Hunter/Jerry Garcia classic. One of my favorite dead songs!
Out of their entire cannon, this is the only Dead song I can tolerate.
ick wrote:
Such the very late seventies, early eighties look to it. Really at first glance, I kinda laughed a bit. You might expect something like that on a (later version) Fleetwood Mac cover but not a Grateful Dead album and that was probably the point.
Was Bobby's idea. He always wanted to be mainstream, like Fleetwood Mac. Ha
Such the very late seventies, early eighties look to it. Really at first glance, I kinda laughed a bit. You might expect something like that on a (later version) Fleetwood Mac cover but not a Grateful Dead album and that was probably the point.
Was Bobby's idea. He always wanted to be mainstream, like Fleetwood Mac. Ha
I'm not a big fan of the Dead, but don't mind their music in a general way, this song being no exception. But the album cover is awful, a departure from their former style, which was at least interesting.
newbolddrive wrote:
Such the very late seventies, early eighties look to it. Really at first glance, I kinda laughed a bit. You might expect something like that on a (later version) Fleetwood Mac cover but not a Grateful Dead album and that was probably the point.
I love this cover, Jerry looks so young and healthy.
Such the very late seventies, early eighties look to it. Really at first glance, I kinda laughed a bit. You might expect something like that on a (later version) Fleetwood Mac cover but not a Grateful Dead album and that was probably the point.
Great to hear this on RP. Looking forward to seeing Dead & Company at their final 2 shows of the current tour in Boulder at Folsom Field. From the early reviews they are kicking ass, especially at Wrigley this past weekend.
...and I was just going to walk out of the room to freshen my beverage. Made me sit right back down.
below72 wrote:
The worst band ever is U2. Thankfully Bill doesn't play that drivel as much as he used to!
k-man wrote:
I guess you never listed to The Shaggs.
But ain't it funny how the "worst band ever" had more than 3,000 sold-out shows. They'd have five night stints at Madison Square Garden, all sold out. I suppose your retort will be that none of the folks who bought tickets to those shows knew anything about music. That is, like you do.
I guess you never listed to The Shaggs.
But ain't it funny how the "worst band ever" had more than 3,000 sold-out shows. They'd have five night stints at Madison Square Garden, all sold out. I suppose your retort will be that none of the folks who bought tickets to those shows knew anything about music. That is, like you do.
I love this cover, Jerry looks so young and healthy.
h8rhater wrote:
His point: The Dead had (still have some might say) a 30 year run, were loved by millions of fans, and sold out a ridiculous number of shows. Clearly they do not suck.
Your point: Lots of people h8.
Keep speaking the truth h8rhater....unless/until we find music that's used to kill people, well I don't see how anyone can 'Hate' music. Long Live RP and NOT hating.
His point: The Dead had (still have some might say) a 30 year run, were loved by millions of fans, and sold out a ridiculous number of shows. Clearly they do not suck.
Your point: Lots of people h8.
Keep speaking the truth h8rhater....unless/until we find music that's used to kill people, well I don't see how anyone can 'Hate' music. Long Live RP and NOT hating.
Tim_Coletti wrote:
I think this gets not enough play....spin it again, BillG!! And I'm trying to re-re-rate to an 11....Long Live RP!!
I just think this gets way way way too much play
I think this gets not enough play....spin it again, BillG!! And I'm trying to re-re-rate to an 11....Long Live RP!!
I just think this gets way way way too much play
junebaby65 wrote:
And there are millions of others who still think they suck ass, so what's your point? Lots of people hate the Dead, lots of people hate music I like and vice versa.
His point: The Dead had (still have some might say) a 30 year run, were loved by millions of fans, and sold out a ridiculous number of shows. Clearly they do not suck.
Your point: Lots of people h8.
And there are millions of others who still think they suck ass, so what's your point? Lots of people hate the Dead, lots of people hate music I like and vice versa.
His point: The Dead had (still have some might say) a 30 year run, were loved by millions of fans, and sold out a ridiculous number of shows. Clearly they do not suck.
Your point: Lots of people h8.
On_The_Beach wrote:
k-man wrote:
I guess you never listed to The Shaggs.
But ain't it funny how the "worst band ever" had more than 3,000 sold-out shows. They'd have five night stints at Madison Square Garden, all sold out. I suppose your retort will be that none of the folks who bought tickets to those shows knew anything about music. That is, like you do.
And there are millions of others who still think they suck ass, so what's your point? Lots of people hate the Dead, lots of people hate music I like and vice versa.
I guess you never listed to The Shaggs.
But ain't it funny how the "worst band ever" had more than 3,000 sold-out shows. They'd have five night stints at Madison Square Garden, all sold out. I suppose your retort will be that none of the folks who bought tickets to those shows knew anything about music. That is, like you do.
And there are millions of others who still think they suck ass, so what's your point? Lots of people hate the Dead, lots of people hate music I like and vice versa.
lizardking wrote:
Yes, me too. Started out 7-8. then upped it to 8-9..! Love it, so relaxing..!
Great groove on this track, which sounds kinda like Sugaree which is my favorite "GD" song.
My rating on this one went from an initial 7, to an 8 midway through, and the outro guitar solo solidified a final 9 rating from me.
Great groove on this track, which sounds kinda like Sugaree which is my favorite "GD" song.
My rating on this one went from an initial 7, to an 8 midway through, and the outro guitar solo solidified a final 9 rating from me.
alanrh wrote:
No
The band has not one, but two drummers and they use a drum machine?
No
This song just makes me chill the f--- out no matter how stressful my day. Don't need no Mary Jane if you got Althea.
From 8 to 9.
CamLwalk wrote:
Can't be any worse than this.
Play the Al Franken version! (It is a tasty one - Nassau 5/16/80)
Can't be any worse than this.
Play the Al Franken version! (It is a tasty one - Nassau 5/16/80)
well son of a bitch....I had to bump my 9 to a 10 on this one after reading the following "article" on this song.
http://www.dead.net/features/greatest-stories-ever-told/greatest-stories-ever-told-althea
Long Live RP!!
http://www.dead.net/features/greatest-stories-ever-told/greatest-stories-ever-told-althea
Long Live RP!!
A GD song I like...WOWJerry! Jerry! Where ya been? Taking Saint peters place? DNCE Jerry with me!
alanrh wrote:
Pretty sure that's not the case here.
The band has not one, but two drummers and they use a drum machine?
Pretty sure that's not the case here.
Well I'll be damned. A Grateful Dead song that really made me stop and listen to the guitar. I've liked plenty of their songs, but never got that Jerry was supposed to be mentioned with other 'guitar gods'. He was hittin' it pretty good on this one though.
The band has not one, but two drummers and they use a drum machine?
i don't even like any other greatful dead song than "touch of gray" and well, i like this even better... first listen (Excellent)
Amazing song, one of the greatest of all time in my opinion.
Such a great song, and the guitar work! The last great thing Jerry put down on wax?
As for the cover, Phil still looks like a nerd.
As for the cover, Phil still looks like a nerd.
kingart wrote:
ya
Musical Seconal.
ya
Musical Seconal.
On_The_Beach wrote:
. . . looks better suited a Bee Gees record.
Yeah, Jerry in a leisure suit. Glad that was an exception!
. . . looks better suited a Bee Gees record.
Yeah, Jerry in a leisure suit. Glad that was an exception!
inbagt wrote:
And that one reminds me of this Jem. Weird times.
Thanks so much for this!
And that one reminds me of this Jem. Weird times.
Thanks so much for this!
On_The_Beach wrote:
. . . looks better suited a Bee Gees record.
Looks like the Grateful Dead were Stayin' Alive!
. . . looks better suited a Bee Gees record.
Looks like the Grateful Dead were Stayin' Alive!
On_The_Beach wrote:
. . . looks better suited a Bee Gees record.
And that one reminds me of this Jem. Weird times.
. . . looks better suited a Bee Gees record.
And that one reminds me of this Jem. Weird times.
Lonestar wrote:
. . . looks better suited a Bee Gees record.
That album cover.....
. . . looks better suited a Bee Gees record.
That album cover.....
Great groove on this track, which sounds kinda like Sugaree which is my favorite "GD" song.
My rating on this one went from an initial 7, to an 8 midway through, and the outro guitar solo solidified a final 9 rating from me.
My rating on this one went from an initial 7, to an 8 midway through, and the outro guitar solo solidified a final 9 rating from me.
k-man wrote:
I guess you never listed to The Shaggs.
But ain't it funny how the "worst band ever" had more than 3,000 sold-out shows. They'd have five night stints at Madison Square Garden, all sold out. I suppose your retort will be that none of the folks who bought tickets to those shows knew anything about music. That is, like you do.
You tell him!
I guess you never listed to The Shaggs.
But ain't it funny how the "worst band ever" had more than 3,000 sold-out shows. They'd have five night stints at Madison Square Garden, all sold out. I suppose your retort will be that none of the folks who bought tickets to those shows knew anything about music. That is, like you do.
You tell him!
M2B
Susie B - love this one
h8rhater wrote:
Please don't pass your cluelessness on to another generation. Let it end here.
Lol
Please don't pass your cluelessness on to another generation. Let it end here.
Lol
What a bore ...
Very jj cale on the guitar and Very George harrison in the singing
My favorite Dead song!
Here's a really interesting cover of it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eFIZJ1KH6M
Here's a really interesting cover of it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eFIZJ1KH6M
pbouchar wrote:
I guess you never listed to The Shaggs.
But ain't it funny how the "worst band ever" had more than 3,000 sold-out shows. They'd have five night stints at Madison Square Garden, all sold out. I suppose your retort will be that none of the folks who bought tickets to those shows knew anything about music. That is, like you do.
Worst band ever.
I guess you never listed to The Shaggs.
But ain't it funny how the "worst band ever" had more than 3,000 sold-out shows. They'd have five night stints at Madison Square Garden, all sold out. I suppose your retort will be that none of the folks who bought tickets to those shows knew anything about music. That is, like you do.