Grateful Dead

On December 31, 1983, the Grateful Dead performed a notable New Year's Eve concert at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, a venue known for its intimate atmosphere compared to larger arenas where the band typically played. This live recording highlights a period in the band's career when they were actively touring and expanding their fanbase during the 1980s, a decade characterized by both resurgence and experimentation in their sound. Prior to this performance, the Grateful Dead released their studio album *In the Dark* in 1987, which marked a significant commercial success and contained hits like "Touch of Grey." This period was particularly interesting as the band experienced a renewed popularity; *In the Dark* was their first album in over a decade to achieve mainstream success, contributing to the dynamic energy that fans eagerly anticipated during live performances, like the one captured in this recording.

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