Grateful Dead

On October 29, 1980, the Grateful Dead performed a memorable acoustic set at Radio City Music Hall, showcasing their musical versatility. Prior to this concert, the band released their studio album "Go to Heaven" in 1980, which marked a significant phase in their career as it was their first album produced entirely under their own Grateful Dead Records label. The live recording from this particular performance emphasizes the band's unique ability to blend genres, as they switch between folk, rock, and blues influences during songs like "Ripple" and "Bird Song." Notably, this concert occurred during a time when the Grateful Dead was expanding their musical horizons with acoustic sets, despite being renowned for their electric performances. This set at Radio City was part of a brief run of shows in an iconic venue, further solidifying their status in the live music scene during the late '70s and early '80s.

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