Mercury Rev

In 2002, during their performance at the Glastonbury Festival, Mercury Rev was riding the wave of renewed popularity following their critically acclaimed album "All Is Dream," released in 2001. This album showcased the band's ethereal sound, blending lush melodies with orchestral arrangements, and it was well-received, further establishing their place in the indie rock landscape. The live recording of "Goddess On A Hiway" captures a vibrant moment for the band, representing their delve into more expansive and adventurous soundscapes that characterized this period. Notably, the band's lineup during this performance included Jonathan Donahue and Grasshopper, who played pivotal roles in shaping the band's distinct sound. The performance at Glastonbury highlighted their experimental tendencies and was part of a larger push to reach wider audiences, solidifying Mercury Rev's reputation as innovative artists during the early 2000s.

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