Mercury Rev

In June 1995, during the Big Cat Festival in Hamburg, Mercury Rev was in a pivotal phase of their career, having recently released their acclaimed album *See You on the Other Side* in April of that same year. This album marked a significant evolution for the band, blending their psychedelic rock roots with more expansive orchestral elements, paving the way for their later works. The live recording from the festival includes performances of tracks such as "Car Wash Hair," "Everlasting Arm," and "Coney Island Cyclone," showcasing the band's dynamic live presence. At this point, Mercury Rev was garnering more mainstream attention, partly due to their involvement with the indie rock scene and a growing reputation for their captivating performances. This period also hinted at the band's experimentation with sound that would fully materialize in their following album, *Deserter's Songs*, released in 1998, which would ultimately cement their legacy in the alternative and indie music landscape

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