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Grateful Dead Live Performance of 'Truckin’' at Giants Stadium

Venue: Giants Stadium Location: East Rutherford, New Jersey, United States Date: June 17, 1991

At the time of the live recording on June 17, 1991, the Grateful Dead was enjoying a highly productive period in their career, having released their studio album "In the Dark" in 1987, which marked a significant resurgence in their popularity. This album included the hit "Touch of Grey," which became their first song to reach the top of the Billboard charts, greatly expanding their audience. Following "In the Dark," the band continued to perform extensively, culminating in the Giants Stadium shows, which were a key part of their live performance legacy. The recording from Giants Stadium captures the band's quintessential style, blending rock, folk, and jazz elements, showcasing improvisational mastery that fans cherished in their live performances. The venue itself was historic for the band, serving as a significant location for multiple memorable concerts throughout the late '80s and early '90s.

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