Grateful Dead

On October 31, 1980, during a live performance at Radio City Music Hall, the Grateful Dead were in a prolific period of their career, coming off a notable streak of shows. Prior to this concert, they released the studio album "Go to Heaven" earlier that year, which was significant as it marked their first album since 1978's "From the Mars Hotel." The band's live performances during this era featured extended improvisations and were characterized by their unique approach to setlists, as seen in this particular configuration of "Fire on the Mountain," which was performed without its traditional companion piece, "Scarlet Begonias." This performance was part of a series of five weeks hosting shows at both the Warfield Theatre and Radio City Music Hall, where they experimented with longer sets and complex arrangements, contributing to their reputation as a legendary live act. This concert exemplifies the band's evolution in live improvisation and set performance during the 1980s.

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